In recent years, the educational benefits of tourism have become increasingly recognized. The purpose of this literature review is to explore the educational benefits of tourism and to examine the various ways in which tourism can be used as an educational tool. The literature review begins with a discussion of the various types of tourism and their educational benefits. The review then examines the ways in which tourism can be used to promote student learning and engagement. The review also looks at how tourism can be used to foster cultural understanding, appreciation, and respect.

Finally, the review looks at the potential drawbacks of using tourism as an educational tool. The literature review finds that there are numerous educational benefits of tourism. Tourism can be used to promote student learning and engagement, foster cultural understanding, appreciation, and respect, and provide opportunities for experiential learning. However, the literature review also finds that there are potential drawbacks to using tourism as an educational tool, including the potential for cultural appropriation and exploitation, and the potential for tourism to lead to environmental degradation. Overall, the literature review finds that there are numerous educational benefits of tourism, but that there are also potential drawbacks that should be taken into consideration. It is important for educators to be aware of the potential benefits and drawbacks of using tourism as an educational tool and to ensure that it is used in a way that is respectful and beneficial to all involved.