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What is the primary purpose of a convention?
What is the primary purpose of a convention?
- To provide entertainment for tourists
- To sell products to consumers
- To gather delegates for a common purpose (correct)
- To showcase new tourism destinations
Which of the following best describes the role of government in tourism?
Which of the following best describes the role of government in tourism?
- To manage tourism marketing campaigns
- To facilitate partnerships between private entities
- To create and enforce laws for safety and security (correct)
- To provide direct travel services to tourists
What is meant by the direct ownership of components in the tourism industry?
What is meant by the direct ownership of components in the tourism industry?
- Partnerships between various tourism sectors
- Direct involvement of tourists in tourism planning
- Government ownership of tourism businesses
- Businesses that provide services directly to tourists (correct)
What does the control and supervision of tourism aim to achieve?
What does the control and supervision of tourism aim to achieve?
Which organization is primarily involved in promoting sustainable tourism practices?
Which organization is primarily involved in promoting sustainable tourism practices?
What role do support services play in the tourism industry?
What role do support services play in the tourism industry?
What type of event is an exhibition primarily aimed at?
What type of event is an exhibition primarily aimed at?
Which organization focuses on educational and cultural aspects of tourism?
Which organization focuses on educational and cultural aspects of tourism?
What is the primary role of the Department of Tourism (DOT)?
What is the primary role of the Department of Tourism (DOT)?
Which sector is dedicated specifically to organizing events like conferences and seminars?
Which sector is dedicated specifically to organizing events like conferences and seminars?
Which of the following is not one of the attached agencies under the Department of Tourism?
Which of the following is not one of the attached agencies under the Department of Tourism?
What type of tourism sector is described by the act of reselling travel products and services?
What type of tourism sector is described by the act of reselling travel products and services?
What does the term 'incentive' refer to in the context of MICE?
What does the term 'incentive' refer to in the context of MICE?
Which of the following attached agencies focuses on the promotion of the tourism industry?
Which of the following attached agencies focuses on the promotion of the tourism industry?
Which sector provides the medium for the actual movement of travelers?
Which sector provides the medium for the actual movement of travelers?
Which organization is primarily responsible for developing and promoting the tourism industry in the country?
Which organization is primarily responsible for developing and promoting the tourism industry in the country?
What does Domestic Tourism refer to?
What does Domestic Tourism refer to?
Which of the following best describes Cultural Motivators?
Which of the following best describes Cultural Motivators?
What does the term 'Front of the House' refer to in the hospitality industry?
What does the term 'Front of the House' refer to in the hospitality industry?
Which sector is responsible for preparing, presenting, and serving food and beverages?
Which sector is responsible for preparing, presenting, and serving food and beverages?
What is the primary focus of Status and Prestige Motivators?
What is the primary focus of Status and Prestige Motivators?
What encompasses both outbound and inbound tourism?
What encompasses both outbound and inbound tourism?
Which of the following best defines Inbound Tourism?
Which of the following best defines Inbound Tourism?
What is the definition of Attractions in the tourism sector?
What is the definition of Attractions in the tourism sector?
What defines a visitor in the context of tourism?
What defines a visitor in the context of tourism?
Which of the following best describes a tourist?
Which of the following best describes a tourist?
What is an excursionist?
What is an excursionist?
What does the term 'travel motivators' refer to?
What does the term 'travel motivators' refer to?
Which of the following is not considered a type of travel motivator?
Which of the following is not considered a type of travel motivator?
What constitutes a tourism product?
What constitutes a tourism product?
How is hospitality best defined?
How is hospitality best defined?
Which type of travel motivator focuses on physical well-being?
Which type of travel motivator focuses on physical well-being?
What does tourism demand primarily depend on?
What does tourism demand primarily depend on?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the bridging components in the tourism system?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the bridging components in the tourism system?
What is a key characteristic of a developmental organization in tourism?
What is a key characteristic of a developmental organization in tourism?
Which of these best defines the tourism supply flow?
Which of these best defines the tourism supply flow?
Which term refers to the network of tourism organizations across different sectors?
Which term refers to the network of tourism organizations across different sectors?
What role do intermediaries play in the tourism system?
What role do intermediaries play in the tourism system?
What is an example of a wholesaler in the context of tourism?
What is an example of a wholesaler in the context of tourism?
Which of the following is NOT a component of tourism supply?
Which of the following is NOT a component of tourism supply?
Flashcards
Tourism
Tourism
The movement of people for pleasure, typically away from their usual residence, driven by social, cultural, and economic factors.
Visitor
Visitor
Anyone traveling to a main destination distinct from their usual environment.
Tourist
Tourist
A visitor who stays overnight at a destination.
Excursionist
Excursionist
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Domestic Tourism
Domestic Tourism
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Inbound Tourism
Inbound Tourism
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Outbound Tourism
Outbound Tourism
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International Tourism
International Tourism
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Accommodation
Accommodation
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Food and Beverage Service
Food and Beverage Service
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Attractions
Attractions
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Transportation
Transportation
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Travel Trade
Travel Trade
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MICE Tourism
MICE Tourism
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Department of Tourism (DOT)
Department of Tourism (DOT)
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Tourism Demand
Tourism Demand
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Tourism Supply
Tourism Supply
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Tourism Supply Chain
Tourism Supply Chain
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Travel motivators
Travel motivators
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Physical motivators
Physical motivators
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Interpersonal motivators
Interpersonal motivators
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Cultural motivators
Cultural motivators
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Status and Prestige motivators
Status and Prestige motivators
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Study Notes
Overview of Tourism and Hospitality
- Tourism is driven by social, cultural, and economic factors involving the movement of people for pleasure, typically away from their normal residence.
- A visitor is anyone traveling to a main destination distinct from their usual environment.
Definitions
- A tourist refers to a visitor whose trip entails an overnight stay at a place.
- An excursionist is a same-day tourist who does not stay overnight at their destination.
Travel Motivators
- Physical motivators focus on health and well-being.
- Interpersonal motivators include the desire to connect with friends and family.
- Cultural motivators stem from curiosity about different cultures and traditions.
- Status and prestige motivators drive individuals seeking recognition or self-esteem through travel.
Forms of Tourism
- Domestic tourism: Residents travel within their own country.
- Inbound tourism: Non-residents visit a specific country.
- Outbound tourism: Residents travel to another country.
- International tourism includes both inbound and outbound tourism.
Sectors of the Tourism Industry
- Accommodation: Offers various types of lodging for travelers.
- Food and beverage service: Encompasses preparation and delivery of food and drinks, contributing significantly to the hospitality sector.
- Attractions: Comprises facilities for visitor entertainment, education, and leisure, classified into natural and man-made attractions.
- Transportation: Provides means for traveler movement via air, road, or rail.
- Travel Trade: Includes companies and individuals reselling travel services and products.
- Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and Exhibitions (MICE): Focuses on planning and executing events for business growth.
Government and Regulatory Bodies
- Department of Tourism (DOT): Main government agency for planning, developing, and promoting tourism.
- National Parks Development Committee (NPDC) and Intramuros Administration (IA) are examples of DOT attached agencies.
International Organizations
- Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) play roles in regional tourism development.
- United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) focuses on fostering sustainable tourism policies.
Control of Tourism
- Government establishes policies and regulations to ensure safety and quality in tourism.
- Tourism networks involve partnerships between tourists, enterprises, and host communities to ensure cohesive industry development.
Tourism Demand and Supply
- Tourism demand represents the number of potential customers with the purchasing power for travel products.
- Tourism supply consists of attractions, services, and infrastructure that facilitate the visitor experience.
Tourism Supply Chain
- A network of organizations engages in supplying and distributing components to create final tourism products.
- Transactions within the tourism industry occur between providers, intermediaries, and consumers to deliver comprehensive travel experiences.
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