Současný a budoucí potenciál temného cestovního ruchu v jednom z nejzajímavějších měst duchů amerického západu: Nelson v Nevadě

Diana Seňuková

Bakalářská práce

Current and future dark tourism potential of the one of the most interesting ghost towns in the American West: Nelson, Nevada

Abstract:

This bachelor's thesis will focus on one of the most interesting and visited abandoned place, socalled "ghost town" in the western part of America. It will touch on the aspect of dark tourism and the frequently visited tragic places connected with this trend, and it will also initiate us into the secrets of the famous Nevada ghost town.In the first, theoretical, section the concept of dark tourism will be explained, including why it is so popular and the contribution it has to the tourism industry. Next, the thesis will mention two places across the European continent, which are well‑known for their tragic history and for that reason, they are seen as great attractions for tourists from the point of view of dark tourism. A brief history of Chernobyl in Ukraine and the Auschwitz concentration camp in Poland will be described for context. The theoretical section will be completed by introducing the history and economy of Nelson in Nevada and by exploring the reasons for how the once strong mining center became a dilapidated and uninhabited place.In the second part of the thesis, which will be the practical section, the work will suggest a detailed itinerary with all the important aspects of tourism, such as accommodation, transportation, catering, and places to visit nearby Nelson. The work will conclude by evaluating the current provision for dark tourism in this region and suggest what may be the best ways of moving forward to make this ghost town more attractive and accessible for tourists from all parts of the world

Keywords

tourism dark, tourism, ghost towns

Jazyk práce: angličtina

Datum vytvoření / odevzdání či podání práce: 21. 5. 2024

Obhajoba závěrečné práce

• Obhajoba proběhla 20. 6. 2024
• Vedoucí: B.A. James David Clubb
• Oponent: Mgr. Helena Polehlová, Ph.D.

Univerzita Hradec Králové

Pedagogická fakulta

Bakalářský studijní program / obor:
Cizí jazyky pro cestovní ruch - anglický jazyk / Cizí jazyky pro cestovní ruch - anglický jazyk, Cizí jazyky pro cestovní ruch - ruský jazyk