Impact of Automobiles on Tourism
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What major event led to the commencement of the Post-Mobility Adjustment Era in 1973-1974?

  • Prevalence of 'mass tourism' philosophy
  • Introduction of wide-bodied jets
  • OPEC oil embargo and fuel price increase (correct)
  • Rapid growth in car ownership
  • In 1938, how fast could an airplane travel, enabling nonstop coast-to-coast flights of less than eight hours?

  • 500 miles an hour
  • 200 miles an hour
  • 300 miles an hour
  • 400 miles an hour (correct)
  • Which era saw a rapid growth in car ownership, leading to a reduction in long-distance rail travel?

  • Automobile Dominance Era
  • Post-Mobility Adjustment Era
  • Pre-WWII Transport Development Era
  • Modern-Tourism Travel System Era (correct)
  • What transportation mode advancement made coast-to-coast flights take only four hours by 1950?

    <p>Advancements in airplane speed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory identifies five factors influencing travelers' choice of transportation mode?

    <p>Jagdish Sheth's theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What led to a shift towards group-oriented transportation in the present era?

    <p>Energy crisis and global warming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the energy crisis impact global travel patterns?

    <p>Favored alternative, group-oriented transportation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which historical era saw a reduction in train journey times from 7 days to 2.5 days?

    <p>'Transport System Pre-WWII' Era</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long does the Concorde take to make a flight presently?

    <p>$2.5$ hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What led to the development of the concept of inns?

    <p>Improvements in European societies' security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of accommodation was prominent in America's early hotel history?

    <p>Seaport inns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the first hotel chain pioneer in the United States?

    <p>Ellsworth Statler</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of accommodation was established due to the automobile industry?

    <p>Motor hotels or motels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hotel chain is now owned by the International Telephone and Telegraph Company (ITTI)?

    <p>Sheraton chain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What transportation mode was established by innkeepers to attract business?

    <p>Public stagecoach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of organization is currently running youth hostels in Germany?

    <p>Individuals or nonprofits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are hotel ratings determined according to the text?

    <p>Physical structure, furnishings, maintenance, housekeeping, and service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the highest rating a hotel can achieve based on the rating scale mentioned?

    <p>5-star One of the best</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which division in the Lodging Industry Organization handles financial activities like bill payment and payroll?

    <p>Accounting division</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the engineering and maintenance division in the Lodging Industry Organization primarily focus on?

    <p>Energy management program implementation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which department in the Lodging Industry Organization protects both employees and guests?

    <p>Security division</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of accommodation is typically family-owned and known for its informal family atmosphere?

    <p>Pensions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of hotel is designed for vacation travelers and often located near beaches?

    <p>Resort hotels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature is commonly found in hotels but not in motels?

    <p>Glass-covered elevators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of accommodation offers primarily rooms and free parking, catering to transient and cost-conscious travelers?

    <p>Motels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes resort hotels from other types of accommodations?

    <p>Ranging from budget to luxury with more amenities and shops</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of accommodation is known for offering convention and meeting facilities along with recreational opportunities?

    <p>Hotels with multiple rooms and 24-hour room service</p> Signup and view all the answers

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