Beyond the Postcard: How Tourism Imagery Shapes Identity | Dahlia Nduom | TEDxIndianaUniversity

We're going to start with closing our eyes. Think of Jamaica. What is the first thing that comes to mind.Are you picturing rolling green landscapes, crystal clear waters, white sandy beaches, maybe palm trees swaying in a nice cool breeze. Maybe even a thatched roof wooden structure sitting in the sand. Now open your eyes.If you thought of any of these things, you're not alone because tourism, media, and postcards as part of it have taught us that this is the only Jamaica. But what about this image. Do you ...