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What is the main difference between accommodation and lodging?
What is the main difference between accommodation and lodging?
- Accommodation is only for tourists, while lodging can be for locals.
- Accommodation is a general term for any stay, while lodging specifically refers to short stays. (correct)
- Accommodation usually includes food while lodging does not.
- Accommodation is for short stays while lodging is for long stays.
Which service is included under travel services?
Which service is included under travel services?
- Organization of conferences
- Transportation by air or land (correct)
- Food catering for guests
- Planning recreational activities
What type of accommodation includes food for guests?
What type of accommodation includes food for guests?
- Temporary housing
- Non-catered accommodation
- Catered accommodation (correct)
- Vacation rentals
What is a primary feature of cruises in the context of the hospitality industry?
What is a primary feature of cruises in the context of the hospitality industry?
What does conventions and events management primarily involve?
What does conventions and events management primarily involve?
What is the primary focus of the tourism industry?
What is the primary focus of the tourism industry?
Which type of tourism involves traveling within one's own country?
Which type of tourism involves traveling within one's own country?
What distinguishes inclusive tours from independent travel?
What distinguishes inclusive tours from independent travel?
What is Health Tourism primarily focused on?
What is Health Tourism primarily focused on?
Which of the following is NOT a type based on travel arrangements?
Which of the following is NOT a type based on travel arrangements?
What can be classified under leisure and recreation tourism?
What can be classified under leisure and recreation tourism?
What is Tailor-made Travel characterized by?
What is Tailor-made Travel characterized by?
Which of the following best defines accommodation in the tourism context?
Which of the following best defines accommodation in the tourism context?
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Domestic Tourism
Domestic Tourism
Travel within a person's own country of residence.
International Tourism
International Tourism
Travel outside a person's country of residence, requiring consideration of currency, language, and visas.
Inclusive Tour
Inclusive Tour
A travel package where accommodation, transportation, food, and amenities are bundled together at a single price.
Independent Travel
Independent Travel
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Tailor-made Travel
Tailor-made Travel
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Leisure and Recreation Tourism
Leisure and Recreation Tourism
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Study Travel
Study Travel
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Health Tourism
Health Tourism
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Accommodation and Lodging
Accommodation and Lodging
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Travel Services
Travel Services
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Food and Beverage Services
Food and Beverage Services
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Recreation and Entertainment
Recreation and Entertainment
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Conventions and Events Management
Conventions and Events Management
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Study Notes
Fundamentals of Tourism
- Tourism is the act and process of spending time away from home for recreation, relaxation, and pleasure.
- It involves the use of commercial services.
- Hospitality includes all economic activities that directly or indirectly contribute to or depend upon travel and tourism.
- Hospitality is the activity or business of providing services to guests in hotels, restaurants, bars, and other areas where people eat or relax.
- Accommodation is the act of providing what is needed or desired for convenience or transfer from one place to another for an important purpose.
Types of Tourism Based on Origin
- Domestic Tourism: Residents travel within their own country.
- International Tourism: Travel outside the country of residence; factors like currency, language, and visas are relevant.
Types of Tourism Based on Travel Arrangements
- Inclusive Tour: Several components (accommodation, fare, food, amenities) are purchased together at one price.
- Independent Travel: Components (accommodation, fare, food, amenities) are purchased separately.
- Tailor-made Travel: A combination of inclusive and independent travel arrangements.
Types of Tourism Based on Purpose
- Leisure and Recreation: Activities like swimming, hiking, and biking are examples.
- Study Travel: Educational tourism, including practicum training programs.
- Health Tourism / Wellness Tourism: Focuses on health and well-being.
- Business and Professional Tourism: Incentive travel, trade fairs, conferences, and corporate events.
Scope of Hospitality Industry
- Accommodation and Lodging: Providing a place to stay for short- or long-term periods.
- Travel Services: Transportation by air, land, or water and related ticket bookings.
- Food and Beverage Services: Providing meals and related services like table setting.
- Recreation and Entertainment: Offering fun activities and entertainment.
- Conventions and Events Management: Organizing activities for large meetings or groups.
- Cruises: Large passenger ships for vacations.
Types of Accommodation
- Catered Accommodation: Provides guests with food.
- Non-catered Accommodation: Food is not included in the package, guests dine out, bring their own food, or rely on food delivery services.
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