History of Inns and Hotels
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Which type of tourism focuses on promoting HIV/AIDS awareness and attending same-sex wedding ceremonies?

  • Outbound Tourism
  • Beach Tourism
  • Virtual Tourism
  • Gay Tourism (correct)

    • What activities are commonly associated with Beach Tourism?

  • Mountain climbing and exploring forests
  • Skiing and snowboarding
  • Scuba diving and attending cultural events
  • Speed boating and snorkeling (correct)

    • Which type of tourism allows users to take a virtual tour of an attraction from home?

  • Beach Tourism
  • Outbound Tourism
  • Virtual Tourism (correct)
  • Gay Tourism

    • What is the main focus of Outbound Tourism?

    <p>Activities of a resident visitor outside their country of residence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of tourism is primarily driven by an attraction to the beach at coastal resorts?

    <p>Beach Tourism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Virtual Tourism offer to travelers before they take a trip?

    <p>A virtual preview of destinations/attractions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of space tourism?

    <p>Rocket launches and space traveling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is dark tourism defined?

    <p>Visiting locations hit by environmental disasters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was declared as 'World Tourism Day' by the UNWTO?

    <p>September 27</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered a sub-sector of dark tourism?

    <p>Disaster tourism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the aim of leveraging shopping tourism according to the text?

    <p>Developing authentic and unique shopping experiences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does space tourism offer that attracts tourists?

    <p>Ability to become astronauts and experience space</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main responsibility of a flight attendant in the airline industry?

    <p>Ensuring passengers are safe and comfortable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which job in the airline industry involves planning the quality of meals to attract potential passengers?

    <p>Airline Food Service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Operations Agents in the airline industry primarily do?

    <p>Coordinate baggage transfer for connecting flights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which airline industry job involves announcing arrivals and departures?

    <p>Operations Agent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the back-office position that involves planning the quality of meals in the airline industry?

    <p>Airline Food Service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which job in the airline industry is responsible for ensuring the safety of an aircraft's flight?

    <p>Flight Dispatcher</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a Travel Agent?

    <p>Providing information and tour services to customers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which position involves coordinating activities of workers welcoming motorists?

    <p>Tourist Information Assistant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of a Hotel General Manager?

    <p>Ensuring efficient hotel operations and customer service standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which position is responsible for cleaning guestrooms and common areas?

    <p>Housekeeping Attendant/Room Attendant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What tasks are typically delegated to a Front Desk Receptionist/Agent?

    <p>Being the first point of contact for clients needing assistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for providing information like itineraries and traffic regulations to tourists?

    <p>Tourist Information Assistant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What led to the birth of hotels from inns?

    <p>Offering luxury elements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did the hospitality industry become more organized?

    <p>1950s or 1960s</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What facilitated the construction of hotels and casinos in Europe, England, and America?

    <p>Industrial revolution in the 19th century</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do modern hoteliers aim to improve the quality of life in hotels?

    <p>By analyzing new trends and defining better criteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What allowed for the construction of some of the tallest hotels in the 21st century?

    <p>Technological advancements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What sets Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan apart from other hotels?

    <p>Its ownership by the same family for generations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Outbound Tourism

    • Refers to the activities of a resident visitor outside of their country of residence
    • Example: a Filipino visiting Korea

    Types of Tourism

    • Gay Tourism: caters to LGBT tourists, focusing on cultural and safety issues, and promoting HIV/AIDS awareness
    • Beach Tourism: involves activities at coastal resorts, such as beach hopping, scuba diving, and snorkeling
    • Virtual Tourism: offers virtual tours of attractions using videos, images, and multimedia, allowing users to preview destinations
    • Space Tourism: allows tourists to experience space travel and become astronauts
    • Dark Tourism: involves visiting sites of natural disasters, historical museums, and other attractions with a focus on death and tragedy
    • Shopping Tourism: focuses on developing unique shopping experiences that add value to tourist destinations

    History and Development of Tourism

    • 1980: UNWTO announced September 27 as "World Tourism Day"
    • 19th Century: hospitality industry began to form, with inns providing food and drinks to travelers
    • 1950s/1960s: hospitality industry became organized, with hotels and casinos being built in Europe, England, and America
    • Modern era: hotels have reached new heights, with tall buildings and advanced technology

    Tourism and Hospitality Careers

    • Airlines: careers include flight attendants, ticket agents, airline food service, flight dispatchers, operations agents, travel agents, and tourist information assistants
    • Accommodation Sector: careers include hotel general managers, front desk receptionists, housekeeping attendants, and room attendants

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    Explore the evolution of inns into hotels, from simple lodging spots to luxurious accommodations offering food and drinks. Learn about the world's oldest hotel, Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan in Japan, established in 705 and owned by the same family for 52 generations.

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