18 Questions
According to Mclntosh and Goeldner (1984), which of the following is NOT a key player in the tourism development process?
Environmental organizations
What did the UNWTO define as tourism according to the text?
Short term movement for leisure and business purposes
How does the text differentiate between tourism and travel?
They are exactly the same
What is the systematic process in tourism aimed at drawing attention to bring tourists towards destinations?
Marketing strategies
What do host communities and business organizations pay more attention to in order to earn profits in the tourism industry?
Involving in sustainable practices
What is the critical role of host communities in the tourism development process?
To maintain cultural authenticity
What is the key objective of travellers according to the text?
To avoid pain and seek pleasure
How is the sustainability of the tourism industry connected according to the text?
It is connected to myriad services and entertainment industries
Which sector are the primary hospitality service providers in many countries according to the text?
Private sector organizations
How is the tourism industry described in the text?
A set of tourism-related business organizations supporting the industry and tourists
What is essential for the success of the tourism industry according to the text?
Interconnected multi-sector organizations
What role do tourist destinations play in the tourism system according to the text?
Key player
What are the major elements that make up tourism, based on the provided text?
Tourists, service providers, host community, local government
According to Swain and Mishra (2010), what was their definition of tourism?
An industry with multiple processes and activities involving tourists and various stakeholders
What assists in reinvigorating the tourism industry according to the text?
Introduction of new transportation modes, new touristic products, and market expansion
Why is the conceptualization of tourism considered a challenging task?
Because it involves multiple processes and activities with various stakeholders
What plays a role in promoting tourism according to the text?
Tourism business people and several governments worldwide
Based on the text, how does the relationship between tourists and service providers influence tourism?
It contributes to the establishment of a composite industry with multiple processes and activities
Study Notes
Human Motivation and Tourism
- Humans are driven to avoid pain and seek pleasure, which motivates them to travel and experience new things.
Tourism Industry
- Tourism is an umbrella industry that encompasses various businesses and services.
- The industry is interconnected with other sectors, including transportation, hospitality, and travel agencies.
- The success of the tourism industry depends on multiple organizations working together.
Tourism System
- The tourism system consists of tourism-related businesses and institutions that provide services to tourists.
- Tourist destinations are key players in the tourism system.
- The industry has faced challenges in the past, but technological advancements, new transportation modes, and diversified tourism products have helped revitalize it.
Definition of Tourism
- Tourism is a composite industry with multiple processes and activities arising from the relationship between tourists, service providers, local communities, and the environment.
- There are four major elements of tourism: tourists, service providers, host communities, and local government.
- Tourism can be perceived as a systematic process to attract tourists to destinations.
Key Players in Tourism
- Host communities are crucial players in the tourism development process.
- Business organizations and governments also play a significant role in promoting tourism.
Tourism vs. Travel
- The terms tourism and travel are not interchangeable, according to the UNWTO definition.
- Tourism involves staying in places outside one's usual environment for not more than one consecutive year for leisure, business, or other purposes.
Test your knowledge on the key objectives of travelers, types of touristic products, and the sustainability of the tourism industry. This quiz covers concepts related to tourism and hospitality management.
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