History of Tourism Quiz

Travel for leisure and recreation, typically lasting less than a year, and not for work or earning money.

The period when people started traveling for various reasons like religious pilgrimages, exploration, and education.

The period when travel for pleasure and leisure became more widespread, with advances in transportation, increased leisure time, and growing standards of living.

The practice of combining different travel components, such as flights, accommodation, and activities, into a single package.

A system that allows travel agents to access real-time information about flight availability, hotel rooms, and other travel services.

The movement of people to a different location for a short period, typically less than one year, for leisure, recreation, or other purposes.

The act of staying at a destination during a trip, for a specified period of time.

The process of combining and integrating economic, industrial, and commercial activities across different countries, influencing the tourism industry.

Tourism where the tourist organizes all aspects of the trip, from transport to accommodation.

A package offered by a tour operator that includes components like flights, accommodation, and activities.

Travel within a person's own country.

Travel to another country, either inbound (foreign tourists visiting) or outbound (residents leaving).

Traveling through a region while en route to a final destination, not the home or destination country.

Tourism within a specific region, regardless of the traveler's origin.

Tourism that focuses on historical sites, cultural heritage, and exploring the local culture.

Traveling to places with exceptional medical facilities for health treatments, surgeries, or check-ups.

The person who conducts the travel experience and chooses the destination based on their wants and needs.

The people and organizations that provide services to tourists, like airlines, hotels, and tour operators.

The place where the tourist chooses to visit, often a country.

Things that cannot be touched, seen, or transferred like physical products.

The limited ability to adapt to sudden changes in demand, for example, a hotel cannot easily add rooms.

Tourists have different reasons for travelling: some seek relaxation, others adventure, etc.

Tour operators and travel agents help connect tourists with services, influencing their choices.

Travel agencies that primarily sell flight tickets.

Travel agencies that focus solely on organizing tourist transportation arrangements.

The Ministry of Tourism can set minimum and maximum prices for tourist services.

Travel agencies must submit their tour programs to the General Administration for approval.

Travel agencies must notify the General Administration at least 15 days before a tour begins.

Travel agencies are responsible for providing the Ministry with details of tour participants, service costs, and published materials.

Military areas are off-limits to tourists.

Travel agencies are limited to organizing no more than 20% of their tours for outbound travel.

A guide explains historical sites to tourists. They must be licensed and follow specific rules, including abstaining from politics and alcohol.

Airlines offering flights according to a fixed schedule, often serving both main and secondary airports with multiple classes.

Airlines operating only when needed, often employed by tour operators for group travel with fewer amenities and lower costs.

Airlines run by private sectors or entrepreneurs, offering cheaper fares with a single aircraft type and limited services. They often operate at night to reduce congestion and fees.

The hospitality industry offers various types of lodging, catering to different needs and budgets, generating employment opportunities.

Hotels are classified using a star system (1 to 5 stars) based on the quality of services and amenities offered.

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) promotes sustainable and competitive practices within the tourism industry.

Hotels with basic amenities, often independently owned, providing simple accommodations at an affordable price.

Hotels offering premium services like room service, pools, spas, and gyms, providing a comfortable and luxurious experience.

The highest level of hotel accommodation, offering exceptional service, numerous luxury amenities, and top-tier facilities.

Hotels focused on relaxation and providing self-contained environments with various amenities, catering to guests seeking leisure activities.

Fully equipped apartments offering hotel-like services, but with more space and independence, suitable for both short and long stays.

Budget-friendly accommodations, often with shared dorms or private rooms, providing basic facilities and catering to cost-conscious travelers.

Hotels located near airports, providing convenience for short-stay travelers, and often catering to business guests with meeting rooms and video conferencing.

The classification of hotels based on the number of rooms, not the service level.