Obstacles to internal tourism

Internal tourism or local tourism is defined as a tourist activity within the borders of the State itself, ie, by residents and members of the same country, so that the inhabitants of a particular region travel from their place of residence to another area of ​​the same country for leisure, recreation and tourism. An estimate of their homes or place of residence within the borders of the State itself, in a period not less than 24 hours and not exceeding one year, and then return to the original residence. Domestic tourism can also be defined as a temporary transfer of an individual or group within a state's borders. The importance of internal tourism Internal tourism contributes effectively to achieving a high level of well-being, whether psychological, social, health, economic, physical or intellectual, for the individual and society in general. Domestic tourism limits the leakage of national income outside the country by encouraging tourism investment within the country itself. Contribute to raising the level of employment opportunities for unemployed youth in case of tourism investment within the state, when the establishment of hotels, restaurants, services and entertainment centers, this will create new employment opportunities for young people. Domestic tourism hurdles High prices and high taxes in relation to domestic tourism costs. The danger or lack of validity of many internal and external roads linking the provinces and cities of the state, especially those containing archaeological places. Lack of and inadequate services needed by tourists on the roads leading to tourist sites. The lack of preparation of some areas to which tourists go, and lack of many necessities, especially housing such as: three-star hotels for low-income, as well as cleanliness, and the lack of some services to encourage domestic tourism. The decline in per capita gross income in some countries, especially developing countries, which leads to the inability to go out for tourism and leisure as a luxury, being busy with the provision of basic needs first. Lack of care and care for archaeological sites and lack of promotion within the state. The low standard of living of individuals, which reduces their ability to spend on tourism activities. The weakness or lack of desire of many citizens to visit the historical and archaeological sites and monuments in the country, linked to the lack of awareness of tourism and cultural importance and place of these attractions, in addition to the limited diversity of recreational activities and programs that promote tourism and entertainment directed to different segments of society. Weak incentives that are necessary to stimulate internal tourism.