5 Questions
Who is popularly regarded as the founder of inclusive tours?
Thomas Cook
In which century did the 'grand tour' of the British aristocracy to Europe take place?
18th century
Before the 1950s, where was tourism mainly a domestic activity?
Europe
What circumstances provided an impetus to international travel following World War II?
Increase in employment and disposable incomes
What made foreign holidays within the price-range of a new group of consumers?
Emergence of specialist tour operators
Study Notes
History of Tourism
- Thomas Cook is popularly regarded as the founder of inclusive tours.
The Grand Tour
- The 'grand tour' of the British aristocracy to Europe took place in the 18th century.
Pre-1950s Tourism
- Before the 1950s, tourism was mainly a domestic activity in the United States.
Post-WWII Travel
- The end of World War II provided an impetus to international travel.
- The introduction of commercial air travel and the development of the jet engine made foreign holidays within the price-range of a new group of consumers.
Test your knowledge of the historical milestones of tourism, from Marco Polo's journeys to Thomas Cook's inclusive tours. Explore the early narratives and key figures that shaped the tourism industry.
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