GCTG 111: The Tourism Industry and UNWTO

What are considered elements of the tourism industry according to the text?

Airlines, hotels, and food & beverage establishments

Which region in Africa showed the strongest tourism growth in 2019?

North Africa

Which of the following is not considered an element of the tourism industry according to the text?

Grocery stores

What are examples of transportation elements in the tourism industry as mentioned in the text?

Trains and private automobiles Signup and view all the answers

What does the category 'Food & Beverage' in the tourism industry include according to the text?

Only restaurants and eateries Signup and view all the answers

What is the main responsibility of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO)?

Promoting responsible and sustainable tourism Signup and view all the answers

What does the UNWTO view tourism as?

A driver of economic growth Signup and view all the answers

How does the UNWTO define tourism?

Movement of people for personal or business purposes outside their usual environment Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the concept of travel according to the text?

Moving from one location to another for various purposes Signup and view all the answers

How long can a person stay in a place for it to be considered tourism, based on the text?

More than 24 hours but not more than one consecutive year Signup and view all the answers

In what ways does the UNWTO support the tourism sector?

By offering leadership and advancing knowledge and policies worldwide Signup and view all the answers

According to United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), how do they define a tourist?

A person who travels to and stays outside their usual environment for more than 24 hours for various purposes Signup and view all the answers

Which region experienced the fastest-growing international tourism arrivals in 2019?

Middle East Signup and view all the answers

In 2019, which region showed above-average growth despite a slowdown in its growth rate?

Asia and the Pacific Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the global market did Europe account for in terms of international tourist arrivals in 2019?

51% Signup and view all the answers

Which region had mixed results in terms of international tourist arrivals in 2019?

Americas Signup and view all the answers

What was the growth rate of international tourist arrivals in the Americas in 2019?

+2% Signup and view all the answers