Tourism and International Statistics Quiz

Study Notes

Tourism

Refers to the process of spending time away from home in pursuit of recreation, relaxation, and pleasure
Also known as the visitor economy

International Tourism Statistics

7 continents: Asia, Africa, Antarctica, Australia, Europe, South America, North America

Significance of Tourism

Value to the economy: foreign exchange earnings, contribution to government revenues, employment generation
Contribution to local economies: permanent directions of the world (N.E.W.S)
Value to society: preserving local culture, strengthening communities, provision of social services
Value to environment: protecting nature

Map Types

Flat maps: standard, most familiar
Physical map: shows physical features (mountains, rivers)
Special purpose map: thematic map (e.g., weather map)
Political map: shows boundaries made by man
Route map: airline distribute, shows all routes
Locator map: grid of letters and numbers

Southeast Asia Nations

Burma, Laos, Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei, Indonesia, Philippines, East Timor

Indonesia

Largest and most populous country in Southeast Asia
Located between Australia and Philippines
17,508 islands, 300 languages
Language: Bahasa Indonesia (official language), lingua franca
Capital: Jakarta (largest city)
Currency: Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
1,300 ethnic groups
Per island has its own kingdom
Wedding destinations: Bali (Island of Gods), Yogyakarta (last Indonesian city still ruled by a monarchy), Komodo National Park (Komodo dragon), Lombok, Maldives
Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park (dormant type of volcano)

Indonesian Culture

Food: Nasi Goreng, Sate, Gado Gado, Ikan Bakar, Pepes Ikan, Tempeh
Product & Arts: Indonesian textiles, Wayang puppets (shadow puppet), Balinese ceramics, Kongklak, shell products, wood carvings

East Asia Region

Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia

Singapore

Capital: Singapore
Language: English, Malay, Mandarin, Chinese, and Tamil
Ethnic groups: multi-ethnic society with residents
Currency: Singapore Dollar (SGD)
Traditional attire: Baju Karung (National clothing of Malaysia and Singapore), Cheongsam (reviving old culture and identity), Baju Melayu (male version of Baju Karung)
Tourist destination: Gardens by the Bay (center of Singapore, close to Marina Bay waterfront), Universal Studios Singapore (first and only Universal in Southeast Asia)
Food: Hainese Chicken Rice, Laksa, Nasi Beryani
Products: miniature souvenirs, orchid perfumes, Merlion Singapore pressed pennies

Thailand

Capital: Bangkok
Ethnic groups: 70 recognized
Currency: Thai Baht (THB)
Traditional attire: Chut Thai, Ruean Ton, Sua Phraratchachathan (royalty bestowed)
Tourist destination: Pad Thai, Tom Yum Goong, Kaeng Lueng
Products: Thai silk, soap carving, handmade bags

Vietnam

Capital: Hanoi
Language: Vietnamese
Currency: Vietnamese Dong (VND)
Traditional attire: Ao Dai, Au Tu Than (four flapped)
Tourist destination: Halong Bay (fantastic blend of pristine natural beauty), Ho Chi Minh City (largest city in Vietnam), Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park (by limestone plateaux and tropical forest)
Food: Pho, Banh Mi, Banh Hue
Products: tribal textiles, Vietnamese coffee, paper lanterns

Malaysia

Capital: Kuala Lumpur
Currency: Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)
Traditional attire: Kadazan, Peranakan (Baba Nyonya), Pakaian dress of Malay (clothing in official language)
Tourist destination: Petronas Twin Towers, Batu Caves, Langkawi Cable Car

Description

Test your knowledge on tourism and international tourism statistics. Learn about the significance of tourism in different continents and its contribution to the economy, foreign exchange earnings, government revenues, and employment generation.