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實境秀
Impacts
of Reality TV on Society By Anonymous,
Denver
Everyday,
millions of people tune in to watch their favorite reality TV show. As a
result, your everyday person becomes a replica of Kim Kardashian and your son
suddenly begins to feel the need to be an Italian “Guido.” The purpose of this
essay is to show the positive and negative effects of reality TV on society.
Reality
TV has affected our society in several negative ways. To begin with, people
imitate famous TV stars. For example, ever since the Kardashian- Jenner family
became known to the world, many teens started becoming Kardashian- clones,
which basically includes your average teen mixed with some attitude, more sex
appeal, and a tendency to want expensive, material things. Because of this
cloning, there is no longer a lot of individuality. Moreover, shows that were
made to entertain us actually create stereotypes and assumptions about
different groups. The MTV show Teen Mom, for instance, has given many people
the thought that teens nowadays are stupid and irresponsible. Similarly, Jersey
Shore, another MTV favorite, has made a reputation for New Jersey, which is
that Jersey is full of crazy partiers who drink all the time. Even though these
shows are on the “favorites- list” of many people, they are putting a lot of
negativity on the shoulders of the world.
Reality
TV may have its downs, but there is certainly a plus side. Through the
Kardashian family, many charities and organizations are advertised. As a
result, more people have begun making donations for those in need. Adding on,
some reality TV shows raise awareness on certain things, such as online-
dating. The newest MTV series Catfish, for example, conveys the journeys that
average people take on when trying to meet their online- love in person. A lot
of the time, the person on the other side of the screen is not who everyone
expected. These types of shows draw attention to the dangers of talking to
people you do not know, which can save many people from a broken heart, and the
confusion that online- dating causes. Similarly, Teen Mom and 16 and Pregnant
show teenagers that having children at young ages is not a smart idea,
considering the fact that you are put through so much at such an early time in
your life; consequently, copious teens have realized that getting pregnant at a
young age is “not cool.” Reality TV may be messing up society, but it makes up
for that by helping it thrive to being better and stronger.
Questions:
Pros and cons of watching television?
What are the impacts of reality TV shows on
society?
The effects of television: does it really
make us stupid?
What do you think TV talk shows?
What are your favorite TV programs?
What is your favorite TV show right now,
and why?
What do you thing TV stars and singers?
Pros and cons of watching Korean dramas?
台灣觀光業
Travel and Tourism in Taiwan (euromonitor.com)
Change in China’s tourism law temporarily affects tourism flows inbound
In the fourth quarter of 2013, the flow of arrivals was significantly affected by a change in China’s tourism law, as China is the largest source market for Taiwan. China’s new legislation was implemented to regulate fairer trade between travel agencies and tourists. The new law prohibits travel agencies from offering low-priced tours and then marking-up their profit margins by obtaining commissions from shops to which they bring their tour groups or requiring additional payment for services. However, this was perceived as a good temporary situation as the quality of tours from mainland China to Taiwan is expected to improve over time, benefiting travel operators in general.
Changing consumer lifestyles boost travel and tourism
Long working hours and stressful work environments led young consumers in Taiwan to increasingly seek escape through travelling. To them, travelling is perceived as a necessity rather than luxury. The growing number of retirees in Taiwan also engendered a change in values as they are more financially stable and able to engage in more leisure travel, previously a privilege that was only limited to the affluent. The increased frequency of outbound travel was fuelled by lower travel costs, made possible by the presence of low cost carriers and online travel retailers.
Luxury travel develops due to changing values of affluent travellers
Luxury travel has benefited from changes in the values of young consumers with high disposable incomes. More and more young professionals are taking short weekend getaways in mountain regions or coastal areas such as Yilan and Hualien. They like to stay in luxury travel accommodation as a way of rewarding themselves for working hard during the week. High-end spas are gaining attention from affluent local consumers and high spenders from mainland China and Japan, the top two source markets for arrivals in Taiwan.
Growing use of social media by travel and tourism players
Taiwanese people are highly active on social media and the success of Australia’s tourism campaign in Taiwan using micro-blogs and other social media tools is a testament to how exposure can be created through social networks. Additionally, consumers look for information on the internet and share photos and discuss their travel experiences with friends, family and colleagues on social networks. Travel bloggers also have an influence on the promotion of travel products and destinations through attractive photos and reviews.
Questions:
What do you think about tourism in Taiwan?
What are the benefits of travelling?
What do you think about low-priced tours?
What do you think that travel agencies gain profit by obtaining commissions from shops?
What do you think of Chinese tourists?
What are the beautiful tourist attractions you recommend?
In your opinion, how to boost tourism?
What do you think the travel costs in Taiwan?
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