Analysis+of+Vacation+Destination+uning+GIP

“Where Should We Vacation?”

 * Directions:** //You and your partner will work together using the Geographic Inquiry Process to determine where the two of you could go for a dream vacation. You will pick three countries and compare them to see which one best suits you.//

**Step 1: Asking the Geographic Question: “What would be the best country for us to visit”?** //In order to do this you need to identify some of your preferences. Fill out the chart below.// //Considering all your preferences, think about three countries that may be a good fit for you. Write them below.// **Step 2: Acquiring Geographic Information** //Use your Atlas and Textbook to gather information on your three countries.// **Step 3: Organize Your Information** //As you gather information on your three countries put it into the chart below.// On the actual worksheet, this chart is big! You need a lot of room for all your notes. Please use a regular-sized notebook paper for this chart if you are doing it from home.
 * **Category** || **What is your preference?** ||
 * **Climate:** Are you looking tropical paradise, or do you like cooler climates where you can cozy next to the fireplace. ||  ||
 * **Population:** Are you a country boy/girl that likes open spaces? Or are you a city boy/girl? Maybe both? ||  ||
 * **Landscape:** Are you a mountain guy/gal? Or maybe you are maybe more of desert rat? Beach bum perhaps? ||  ||
 * **Site Seeing:** What type of landmarks/sights do you want to see. ||  ||
 * _
 * _
 * _
 * //In your textbooks the maps on pg. 546-555 will help you//
 * //In your atlas use pages 14-15, 16-17, 28-31//
 * Country || Climate || Landscape || Population || Site Seeing ||

**__Step 4: Analyze Your Information:__** //Compare your Preference Chart to the Country Chart you just made.// **__Step 5: Answer Your Geographic Question:__** //What country was best for you? Explain your answer in 3-4 sentences.//