Tourism was not the only travel-associated industry that was visibly hurt by what happened on 9/11. People decided to vacation at home and sales of luggage and similar travel gear decreased significantly. Sales of home swimming pools increased. This decision to stay at home reflects a change in attitudes toward the perceived safety of long- distance traveling. This is an example of a change in the________ component of the general environment.

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The change in attitudes toward the safety of long-distance traveling is a reflection of a shift in societal values and beliefs, which falls under the socio-cultural component of the general environment.

Tourism Was Not the Only Travel-Associated Industry That Was Visibly