Współczesne tendencje w rozwoju form rekreacyjnych i turystycznych
New solutions in the field of recreation and tourism are constantly being researched so as to meet the needs and expectations of a contemporary man. The most frequent factors shaping new trends in recreation and tourism are: demographic factors, economic factors, the style and quality of life, awareness and education, development of technology, pace of applicating new innovations and globalization (including consumerism). In the following publication various forms of recreation and tourism have been described, which – according to the authors – are increasingly in need on today’s market. Forms of recreation, as presented here, are very popular and include Nordic walking, sailing with its variants, skiing, dancing, aerobics and aqua fitness. As for tourism, it is becoming increasingly popular among children and adolescents. Tour operators modify classic programs of youth camps to meet the needs of young customers. Tourism of people with disabilities is also growing nowadays, as well as of single people/ singles, health tourism(including: spa and wellness, medical), shopping, space, sexual tourism, and others. New and more interesting offers will probably appear on the market of recreation and tourism. This is, among others, due to continuing changes in lifestyle and desire to learn new experiences and yet undiscovered sites or types of physical activity.