Cruise Industry Overview

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Who is credited with the concept of the cruise holiday?

  • P&O Cruises
  • Arthur Anderson (correct)
  • Cunard
  • White Star

What industry does the cruise sector share resemblances with?

  • Airlines industry
  • Construction industry
  • Hotel sector (correct)
  • Fashion industry

Which firm took the strategic decision to transform their liner Ceylon into the inaugural cruise ship?

  • Transatlantic Cruises Inc.
  • Cunard
  • P&O Cruises (correct)
  • White Star

What type of companies are included in the cruise industry?

<p>Cruise lines (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what century were firms providing cruises to the public on ships primarily designed for postal transit?

<p>19th century (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some employment roles in the cruise business mentioned in the text?

<p>Cruise ship crew members (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What types of destinations can a cruise ship visit?

<p>Oceans, rivers, and fjords (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cruise line is credited with launching the first leisure cruise ship in 1900?

<p>Hamburg America Line (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a key innovation that helped transform cruise ships from utilitarian to recreational in 1907?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cruise line experienced significant losses of ships during the World Wars?

<p>Fred Olsen (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of World Wars 1 and 2 on the cruise industry?

<p>The cruise industry was disrupted for 50 years (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a cruise vacation?

<p>To provide a unique experience that combines transportation, hospitality, and entertainment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What defines a cruise vacation?

<p>A leisurely journey on a vessel visiting multiple destinations. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of cruise tourism, what does 'supplementary amenities' refer to?

<p>Onboard activities and services beyond basic accommodation and meals. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes cruise ships in terms of size?

<p>The range from modest yachts to large mega-ships. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspects are blended in unique experiences provided by the cruise industry?

<p>Transportation, hospitality, and entertainment. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where can cruising take place according to the text?

<p>On bodies of water like oceans, rivers, or fjords. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do enterprises in the cruise industry primarily engage in?

<p>Facilitating recreational journeys using cruise vessels. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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