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What is one of the major challenges faced by the hospitality industry in ensuring high occupancy rates for hotel rooms and aircraft seats?
What is one of the major challenges faced by the hospitality industry in ensuring high occupancy rates for hotel rooms and aircraft seats?
What type of attraction is characterized by tourists being drawn to a destination solely because of events taking place there?
What type of attraction is characterized by tourists being drawn to a destination solely because of events taking place there?
Which factor contributes to the overall comfort and convenience of visitors at a tourist destination?
Which factor contributes to the overall comfort and convenience of visitors at a tourist destination?
What kind of attraction includes mountains, beaches, and climatic features as key draws for tourists?
What kind of attraction includes mountains, beaches, and climatic features as key draws for tourists?
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Which aspect refers to the general impression a destination gives in terms of making visitors feel safe and welcome?
Which aspect refers to the general impression a destination gives in terms of making visitors feel safe and welcome?
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Why do efforts need to be made to fill hotel rooms and aircraft seats at the last minute according to the text?
Why do efforts need to be made to fill hotel rooms and aircraft seats at the last minute according to the text?
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What is the primary purpose of international conferences, seminars, and study trips according to the text?
What is the primary purpose of international conferences, seminars, and study trips according to the text?
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How can properly designed tourism and hospitality help bridge the psychological and cultural distance between people of different backgrounds?
How can properly designed tourism and hospitality help bridge the psychological and cultural distance between people of different backgrounds?
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According to the United Nations Conference on International Travel and Tourism in 1963, which of the following is NOT considered a 'tourist'?
According to the United Nations Conference on International Travel and Tourism in 1963, which of the following is NOT considered a 'tourist'?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a factor favoring the growth of the tourism and hospitality industry according to the text?
Which of the following is NOT considered a factor favoring the growth of the tourism and hospitality industry according to the text?
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Which of the following is considered a 'popular tourist destination' according to the text?
Which of the following is considered a 'popular tourist destination' according to the text?
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What is the primary factor driving the growth of the tourism and hospitality industry according to the text?
What is the primary factor driving the growth of the tourism and hospitality industry according to the text?
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Which of the following is NOT a factor favoring the growth of the tourism industry according to the given text?
Which of the following is NOT a factor favoring the growth of the tourism industry according to the given text?
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How have technological advances in transportation impacted long-distance travel?
How have technological advances in transportation impacted long-distance travel?
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Which of the following groups is identified in the text as being more inclined towards pre-planned and inclusive tour packages?
Which of the following groups is identified in the text as being more inclined towards pre-planned and inclusive tour packages?
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How have advances in communication and media technology impacted the tourism industry?
How have advances in communication and media technology impacted the tourism industry?
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Which of the following statements is NOT supported by the information provided in the text?
Which of the following statements is NOT supported by the information provided in the text?
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Study Notes
International Conferences and Tourism
- International conferences, seminars, and study trips facilitate exchange of ideas, proposal of solutions to problems, and sharing of concerns among people of all nations.
- Properly designed and developed tourism and hospitality can help bridge psychological and cultural distances among people of different races, colors, religions, and socio-economic stages.
Definition of a Tourist
- A tourist is a person who visits a country other than their usual residence for at least 24 hours (League of Nations, 1937).
- A visitor is any person visiting a country other than their own, excluding those earning money.
- There are two classes of visitors: tourists (staying at least 24 hours) and excursionists (staying less than 24 hours).
Elements of Travel
- Tour packages, modern transportation technology, shift in values, advances in communication, and smaller families with changing roles contribute to the growth of tourism.
- Modern transportation technology has made long-distance travel faster, less expensive, and more comfortable.
- Advances in communication, such as television and movies, have enlarged the travel perspective.
Hotel Industry Characteristics
- The number of hotel rooms available at a particular resort cannot be changed to meet the changing demands of tourists during a particular season.
- Unsold hotel rooms or aircraft seats cannot be stored for another sale, unlike tangible products.
A's of Tourism
- Attraction: site or event attractions, natural or man-made, that draw tourists to a destination.
- Amenities: facilities that contribute to the comfort and convenience of visitors, including accommodation, food, local transport, communications, and entertainment.
- Atmosphere: the general impression made by a destination, such as feeling safe and being welcome.
- Attitude: the readiness of residents to accept tourists in the destination.
- Accessibility: entities that provide transportation services to and from, as well as within the destination.
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Explore the significance of international conferences, seminars, and study trips in promoting cultural exchange and peace. Learn how tourism and hospitality can bridge cultural differences and unite people from diverse backgrounds.
