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Which factor does not rely directly on the success of a tourist destination?
What is the primary characteristic of service in tourism and hospitality?
Why is variation in standard and quality significant in tourism?
How does tourism and hospitality contribute to education?
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What does the supply of a product like hotel rooms reflect?
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What is one of the roles of tourism as a vital force for peace?
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Which statement about attractions in tourism is inaccurate?
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What aspect of tourism and hospitality contributes to its classification as one of the world’s largest industries?
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What were English Pilgrims required to obtain beginning in 1388?
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Who primarily traveled during the medieval period?
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In the Renaissance era, travel for education became popular due to the establishment of:
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Which of the following statements about excursionists is true?
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What is a 'Grand Tour' associated with?
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What is NOT considered a principal tourist service?
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What factor does NOT influence the selection of a tourist destination?
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What does the term ‘spa’ originate from?
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What was the state of travel during the decline of the Roman Empire?
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Which of the following was NOT a factor contributing to increased tourism during the Industrial Revolution?
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What fruit was particularly popular in the 15th and 16th centuries as a symbol of hospitality?
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What technological advancements significantly impacted early 19th-century tourism?
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How did the notion of tourism change by the 19th century?
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What key factor allowed for more people to go on holidays during the Industrial Revolution?
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What does the Hebrew word ‘torah’ translate to in relation to tourism?
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Which explorer is mentioned as bringing back exotic crops to Europe from the New World?
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What was a primary challenge faced by the Philippine tourism industry before World War II?
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Which form of transportation significantly contributed to passenger travel to Manila in the 1920s?
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What was a significant outcome of the galleon trade between Mexico and the Philippines?
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Which location was NOT mentioned as a tourist attraction during the galleon trade period?
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What development took place in the Philippines tourism sector in 1947?
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Which of the following was NOT part of the suggested improvements for the tourism and hospitality sectors?
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Which option describes a significant aspect of tourist attractions classification?
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What role did the Manila Clipper and China Clipper play in the tourism industry?
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What was the primary purpose of setting up caravanserais in the Middle East around 2000 BC?
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Which hotel is associated with Cesar Ritz?
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What notable contributions did Ellsworth Milton Statler make to the hotel industry?
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What aspect of hospitality did Conrad Hilton emphasize?
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What era is known as the Empire Era, according to historians?
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Which caravanserai is situated in the historic city of Kouhpayeh?
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What feature is associated with the Moshir Caravanserai?
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What is a common characteristic of the hospitality services developed during the Empire Era?
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Study Notes
Tourism and Hospitality
- It is one of the world's largest and fastest-growing industries, contributing significantly to economic development.
- It involves many inter-related and interdependent businesses that can be both independent and competitive.
- It is a service industry, meaning it is intangible, varies in quality and standard over time, and its supplies are fixed.
Tourist Destinations
- It refers to a geographic area where tourists visit and stay, which can range from villages to countries.
- Its success depends on the combination of attractions, amenities/facilities, and accessibility.
Tourists
- Tourists are temporary visitors who stay for at least 24 hours in a country, not for employment.
- Their purpose is usually for leisure, business, family, mission, or other reasons.
- Excursionists are visitors who stay for less than 24 hours and don't spend the night.
- Tourists can travel domestically or internationally, independently or in a package tour, individually or in a group.
Attractions
- Site attractions directly appeal to tourists.
- Examples include countries, regions (e.g., the Alps), cities, or resorts (e.g., Samal and Boracay).
- They can be natural or man-made.
Early Tourism
- Travel and exploration are fundamental human traits.
- Tourism as a term emerged in the 19th century.
- Early traders in the Middle East utilized hospitality services during their journeys.
- Caravanserais provided food and shelter for travellers, acting as early forms of inns.
Tourism in the Medieval Period
- Travel declined after the fall of the Roman Empire because roads were not maintained and safe.
- People did not travel for pleasure.
- The primary travellers were Crusaders and pilgrims.
Tourism During the Renaissance and Elizabethan Eras
- The Renaissance saw the development of universities, introducing educational travel, particularly by British individuals.
- Educational travel became popular in the 16th century.
- During the Elizabethan era, young men seeking positions in court were encouraged to travel to the continent for education.
- This practice later extended to people from lower social classes.
- The "Grand Tour" of cultural centres on the continent became a recognized way to complete a gentleman's education and lasted for three years.
Modern Tourism
- Tourism in the 19th Century:
- Young men sought intellectual improvement in the continent.
- The sick sought remedies in "spas" or medical baths – the term "spa" comes from the Walloon word "espa" meaning "fountain".
- Tourism During the Industrial Revolution:
- Brought technological and social changes that made travel desirable for recreation.
- Increased productivity, regular employment, and urbanisation led to more people seeking holidays.
- Technological advancements:
- Introduction of the railway.
- Development of steam power.
- Railroads spurred businesses and competition, prompting investments in hotels, resorts, and entertainment facilities.
- Transitioned tourism from catering to the elite to a mass market.
- Tourism in the 20th Century:
- The rise of mass tourism.
- Travel became more accessible and affordable for the general public through advancements in transportation and infrastructure.
- Growth of international tourism.
Pioneers in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry
- Cesar Ritz:
- Known for his contributions to the development of luxury hotels.
- General manager of the Savoy Hotel in London.
- His name is synonymous with refined and elegant hotels and services.
- Ellsworth Milton Statler:
- Brought high standards of comfort and convenience to middle-class travelers at affordable prices.
- Introduced features like telephones, radios, full-length mirrors, built-in closets, and a dedicated faucet for ice water.
- Conrad Hilton:
- Known for his role in expanding and improving the standards of service through training programs in the tourism and hospitality industry.
- Focused on professionalizing the workforce.
Tourism in the Philippines
- Americans brought rare crops, such as pineapples, to Europe during the colonial period.
- The pineapple became a symbol of hospitality.
- The lack of reliable statistical records made it difficult to track tourism before World War II.
- The introduction of steamship and airline services in 1947 spurred the growth of tourism.
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This quiz explores the key concepts of tourism and hospitality, including the industry's economic impact, characteristics of tourist destinations, and the definition of tourists. Test your knowledge on how these elements interconnect within a dynamic global landscape.
