Definition of Tourism
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What is tourism defined as in terms of?

  • The movement of people within their home environment
  • Particular activities undertaken during a stay (correct)
  • The earning activity of non-residents
  • The permanent residence of non-residents
  • What are the two essential elements of tourism?

  • The dynamic element and the static element (correct)
  • The journey and the stay
  • The residence of the traveler and the distance
  • The length of stay and the purpose of travel
  • What is a tourist defined as?

  • A person who visits a country other than that in which he usually resides for a period of at least one week
  • A person who visits a country other than that in which he usually resides for a period of at least one month
  • A person who visits a country other than that in which he usually resides for a period of at least 24 hours (correct)
  • A person who visits a country other than that in which he usually resides for a period of at least one year
  • What is the main difference between tourists and excursionists?

    <p>The length of stay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of excursionists?

    <p>Visitors staying less than 24 hours in the destination visited</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT an element of travel?

    <p>Cuisine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of travel for tourists?

    <p>Leisure, business, family, mission, or meeting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT a characteristic of tourism?

    <p>Connected to earning activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of tourism according to the definition?

    <p>Leisure or recreational activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of tourism in terms of the length of stay?

    <p>At least one overnight stay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes tourists from excursionists?

    <p>Length of stay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an essential element of tourism according to the definition?

    <p>The journey and the stay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT a type of tourist according to the definition?

    <p>Resident tourist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a factor that determines whether travel is local or non-local?

    <p>Distance traveled</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT a purpose of travel for tourists?

    <p>Earning money</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of excursionists?

    <p>Not making an overnight stay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a type of tourist?

    <p>Business tourist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a factor that determines whether a person is a tourist or not?

    <p>Residence of the traveler</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Definition of Tourism

    • Tourism is the sum of phenomena and relationships arising from the travel and stay of non-residents, excluding permanent residence and earning activities.
    • It involves the temporary short-term movement of people to destinations outside their usual places of living and work, and their activities during their stay.

    Characteristics of Tourism

    • Combination of phenomena and relationships
    • Dynamic element: the journey
    • Static element: the stay
    • Temporary and short-term movement to destinations outside the place of residence and work
    • Purpose of visit is not connected with paid work

    Meaning of Tourist

    • A tourist is a person who visits a country other than their usual residence for at least 24 hours.
    • Alternatively, a tourist is anyone visiting a country other than their own for a purpose other than earning money.

    Types of Visitors

    • Tourists: temporary visitors staying at least 24 hours, with purposes such as leisure, business, family, mission, or meeting.
    • Excursionists: visitors staying less than 24 hours in the destination, not making an overnight stay, including cruise travelers but excluding travelers in transit.

    Elements of Travel

    • Distance: the difference between local and non-local travel, excluding commuting to and from work and changes in residence.
    • Length of Stay: tourists make at least one overnight stay, while excursionists do not stay overnight.
    • Residence of the Traveler: the third basic element of travel.
    • Purpose of Travel: includes visiting friends and relatives, conventions, seminars, business, outdoor recreation, entertainment, and personal activities.

    Definition of Tourism

    • Tourism is the sum of phenomena and relationships arising from the travel and stay of non-residents, excluding permanent residence and earning activities.
    • It involves the temporary short-term movement of people to destinations outside their usual places of living and work, and their activities during their stay.

    Characteristics of Tourism

    • Combination of phenomena and relationships
    • Dynamic element: the journey
    • Static element: the stay
    • Temporary and short-term movement to destinations outside the place of residence and work
    • Purpose of visit is not connected with paid work

    Meaning of Tourist

    • A tourist is a person who visits a country other than their usual residence for at least 24 hours.
    • Alternatively, a tourist is anyone visiting a country other than their own for a purpose other than earning money.

    Types of Visitors

    • Tourists: temporary visitors staying at least 24 hours, with purposes such as leisure, business, family, mission, or meeting.
    • Excursionists: visitors staying less than 24 hours in the destination, not making an overnight stay, including cruise travelers but excluding travelers in transit.

    Elements of Travel

    • Distance: the difference between local and non-local travel, excluding commuting to and from work and changes in residence.
    • Length of Stay: tourists make at least one overnight stay, while excursionists do not stay overnight.
    • Residence of the Traveler: the third basic element of travel.
    • Purpose of Travel: includes visiting friends and relatives, conventions, seminars, business, outdoor recreation, entertainment, and personal activities.

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    Understand the concept of tourism, its definition, and its scope. Learn about the various aspects of tourism and its relationships with travel and stay.

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