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natural environment (Myers, 2010). Interestingly, many women are willing to go to an adventure
holiday alone: they account for 60% of small group or solo adventure (Mintel, 2010).
Culture differs across the human groups, and such difference in cultural backgrounds affects
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tourism behaviour. According to Pizam & Sussmann (1995), national culture influences local
residents’ perceptions of international tourists. Locals in more restricted countries might be
disappointed in female tourists, who may be seen s a breaking traditions by dressing and
behaving differently to local women. When speaking about culture, there are different views
upon the notion. Usually, culture helps people to develop a recognizable identity (Harris &
Moran, 1991)