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Which of these subjects are related to tourism? (Select all that apply)
Which of these subjects are related to tourism? (Select all that apply)
What are the three main layers that radiate from the center of an Integrated Model of Tourism?
What are the three main layers that radiate from the center of an Integrated Model of Tourism?
Travellers, Tourism Promoters, Tourism Service Suppliers
Which of these is NOT cited as a political factor that can positively impact the development of tourism?
Which of these is NOT cited as a political factor that can positively impact the development of tourism?
The rise of the internet has had minimal impact on the tourism industry.
The rise of the internet has had minimal impact on the tourism industry.
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Which of these are listed as common forms of travel based on traveler's purposes of visiting a destination? (Select all that apply)
Which of these are listed as common forms of travel based on traveler's purposes of visiting a destination? (Select all that apply)
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What is the main reason for people to go sightseeing? (Select all that apply)
What is the main reason for people to go sightseeing? (Select all that apply)
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Which three of these are considered as characteristics of business tourism? (Select all that apply)
Which three of these are considered as characteristics of business tourism? (Select all that apply)
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What is the main purpose of Ecotourism?
What is the main purpose of Ecotourism?
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According to the UNWTO definition, tourism includes trips within one's usual environment.
According to the UNWTO definition, tourism includes trips within one's usual environment.
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Which of the following is NOT considered a Tourist according to UNWTO guidelines?
Which of the following is NOT considered a Tourist according to UNWTO guidelines?
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Match the following types of tourists with their respective descriptions by Cohen's Classification.
Match the following types of tourists with their respective descriptions by Cohen's Classification.
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According to Plog's Classification, which type of tourist prefers to return to familiar travel destinations where they can relax and know what types of food and activity to expect?
According to Plog's Classification, which type of tourist prefers to return to familiar travel destinations where they can relax and know what types of food and activity to expect?
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What is the meaning of the term ‘environmental bubble’ in the context of Cohen’s Classification of Tourists?
What is the meaning of the term ‘environmental bubble’ in the context of Cohen’s Classification of Tourists?
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What is the main difference between ‘organized mass tourists’ and ‘individual mass tourists’ in Cohen’s Classification?
What is the main difference between ‘organized mass tourists’ and ‘individual mass tourists’ in Cohen’s Classification?
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Which of these are listed as ‘Pull Factors’ in the push-pull theory of travel motivations?
Which of these are listed as ‘Pull Factors’ in the push-pull theory of travel motivations?
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The tourism industry’s PLC is often complicated and may not follow the typical evolutionary pattern.
The tourism industry’s PLC is often complicated and may not follow the typical evolutionary pattern.
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What are the three aspects of a standard PLC?
What are the three aspects of a standard PLC?
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According to Butler’s Destination Life Cycle model, what are the five stages that a destination progresses through?
According to Butler’s Destination Life Cycle model, what are the five stages that a destination progresses through?
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What are the characteristics of tourists who are still fairly new to traveling and prefer comfortable, familiar travel experiences?
What are the characteristics of tourists who are still fairly new to traveling and prefer comfortable, familiar travel experiences?
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What is the term used to describe the tourism industry's practice and policy of developing attractions, facilities, and services in a way that balances economic opportunities with cultural and natural sensitivities of a destination?
What is the term used to describe the tourism industry's practice and policy of developing attractions, facilities, and services in a way that balances economic opportunities with cultural and natural sensitivities of a destination?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a benefit of destination planning according to the text?
Which of the following is NOT considered a benefit of destination planning according to the text?
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What are the five types of carrying capacity?
What are the five types of carrying capacity?
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Define ‘environmental carrying capacity’ in the context of tourism?
Define ‘environmental carrying capacity’ in the context of tourism?
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Which of the following sectors is NOT included in the ‘private sectors’ within the tourism industry?
Which of the following sectors is NOT included in the ‘private sectors’ within the tourism industry?
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Match the stages of a tourist's travel experience with the corresponding sectors involved:
Match the stages of a tourist's travel experience with the corresponding sectors involved:
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Study Notes
Introduction to Tourism
- A learning and teaching resource for senior secondary tourism and hospitality studies (S4-6)
- Published by the Personal, Social and Humanities Education Section of the Curriculum Development Institute, Education Bureau (EDB)
- Aims to support teachers in implementing the Senior Secondary THS Curriculum
- Helps teachers understand the features and requirements of the THS Curriculum
- The resource is in line with the Tourism and Hospitality Studies Curriculum and Assessment Guide (Secondary 4-6) (2007) with updates in November 2015
- The objective of the resource is to enhance students' understanding of various aspects of the tourism industry
- The resource includes activities facilitating different generic skills
Contents
- Introduction to Tourism
- Travel and Tourism as an Integrated Discipline
- Integrated Model of Tourism
- Key Elements in the Integrated Model of Tourism
- Factors that Encourage/Prohibit the Development of Tourism
- History of Tourism
- Careers in the Tourism Sector
- Job Opportunities
- Career Development
- Meaning of Travel, Tourism and Tourist
- Concepts and Definitions of Travel, Tourism and Tourist
- Definitions of travel, tourism and excursion
- United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Definitions of Tourist
- Trip Purpose
- Forms of Travel
- Classification of Tourists
- Cohen's Classification
- Plog's Classification
- Tourist's Codes of Behaviour and Concerned Issues (Risk)
- Tourist's Codes of Behaviour
- Concerned Issues/ Risks While Traveling
- Tourists with Special Needs
- Travel Motivations and Tourist Flows
- Travel Motivations
- Theories of Travel Motivations
- Concept of Tourist Flows
- Tourism Products – Attractions and Destination
- Tourism Products
- Planning of Tourism Products and Destinations
- Product Life Cycle (PLC) and Its Applications in Tourism
- Application of PLC - Analyzing a Tourism Product
- Role and Importance of Planning in Destination Development
- Carrying Capacity
- Types of Carrying Capacity
- Physical carrying capacity
- Environmental carrying capacity
- Psychological or perceptual carrying capacity
- Different Sectors of the Tourism Industry and Their Roles
- Classification of Sectors and Their Linkages
- Private Sectors
- Hospitality
- Transportation
- Attractions
- Intermediaries
- Other Private Sector Facilitators
- Public Sectors
- Government
- Tourism Organizations
- Other Public Sector Facilitators
- Different Sectors of the Tourism Industry and Their Roles
- Private Sectors
- Hospitality
- Transportation
- Intermediaries
- Other Private Sector Facilitators
- Public Sectors
- Government
- Tourism Organizations
- Other Public Sector Facilitators
- The Meaning of “Travel”, “Tourism” and “Tourist”
- Role and Functions of Travel Agencies
- What Does a Travel Planner Do?
- Product Knowledge Required by a Travel Agent
- Travel Agencies
- Tour Operators
- Other Private Sector Facilitators- Travel-related Services
- Travel Insurance
- Foreign Exchange
- Credit Cards
- Retail Shops and Restaurants
- Travel Publications (Electronic Publications with the Use of Apps)
- Different Sectors of the Tourism Industry and Their Roles
- Public Sectors
- Major Roles of Government in Tourism Development
- Planning and Facilitating Tourism
- Control and Supervision of Tourism
- Direct Ownership of Components of the Tourism Industry
- Promoting Tourism to Home and Overseas Markets
- Key International Tourism Organizations
- United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO)
- Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA)
- The Different Sectors of the Tourism Industry and Their Roles
- Case Study – Da Nang, Vietnam
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Description
This resource serves as a comprehensive guide for teachers and students involved in the Senior Secondary Tourism and Hospitality Studies curriculum. It covers key elements of tourism, integrated models, and enhances understanding through various activities. Aimed at fostering skills necessary in the tourism industry, this resource is essential for effective curriculum delivery.