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True or false: A cruise is a leisure trip by ship?
True or false: A cruise is a leisure trip by ship?
True (A)
True or false: Cruise tourism is one of the slowest growing segments of the tourism industry?
True or false: Cruise tourism is one of the slowest growing segments of the tourism industry?
False (B)
True or false: Cruise ships only focus on accommodation and food and beverage services?
True or false: Cruise ships only focus on accommodation and food and beverage services?
False (B)
True or false: The earliest historical evidence of boats can be found in Egypt during the 4th century?
True or false: The earliest historical evidence of boats can be found in Egypt during the 4th century?
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True or false: The shift from cargo to people in the cruise industry began in the 1850s and 1860s?
True or false: The shift from cargo to people in the cruise industry began in the 1850s and 1860s?
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Study Notes
Cruise Tourism Overview
- A cruise is indeed a leisure trip by ship, offering a unique travel experience that combines transport and accommodation.
- Cruise tourism is one of the fastest-growing segments of the tourism industry, contrary to the false statement about its slow growth.
Features of Cruise Ships
- Cruise ships provide a variety of services beyond just accommodation and food, including entertainment, activities, and excursions.
Historical Context of Boats
- The earliest historical evidence of boats can be traced back to ancient Mesopotamia, not Egypt, and dates prior to the 4th century.
Evolution of the Cruise Industry
- The transition from cargo to passenger transport in the cruise industry began in the 1850s and 1860s, marking a significant shift in maritime travel.
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