Abstract
Nepal is a country blessed with natural beauty, diverse culture, majestic Himalayas, religious destination which attracts thousands of tourists every year making the tourism industry progressive to flourish. Information Communication Technology (ICT) proves to be an effective tool for strengthening the tourism industry. Thus, the purpose of this research study is to analyze about the past scenario of tourism industry, advent of ICT in tourism industry, positive impacts of ICT in tourism industry through in-depth interview with tourism experts and people who have worked for tourism since decades. This study is a form of qualitative research where narrative inquiry has been selected and the scenario has been analyzed through themes developed from the narratives. The result reveals that the emerging technology brings positive impacts to tourism industry assisting branding, promotion of the country, enhancing networks through communication and easily booking tours. The proper utilization of ICT helps to welcome tourists and to give identity of our country Nepal to the world.
Highlights
Nepal, a beautiful country which is king of natural beauties, touristic, religious destinations and adventurous activities
The purpose of this research study is to analyze about the past scenario of tourism industry, advent of Information Communication Technology (ICT) in tourism industry, positive impacts of ICT in tourism industry through in-depth interview with tourism experts and people who have worked for tourism since decades
The research questions which this study aims to answer are: What was the scenario of tourism industry in the past without the involvement of ICT? What is the present condition of tourism after the involvement of ICT? What are the positive impacts brought up by ICT? What are the ways to maximize the positive benefits brought up by ICT?
Summary
A beautiful country which is king of natural beauties, touristic, religious destinations and adventurous activities. Touristic destinations the tourism sector is one of the driving forces of country’s economy.Tourism sector is linked with the dual advantages of employment and income generation along with cultural heritage and traditionpromotions. ICT has a great impact in promoting tourism, creating opportunities, information flow to different parts of the world, tourism product marketing, and tourism related service providing facilities. In this technological era, the success of tourism depends upon utilizing the opportunity and benefits brought up by ICT
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