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Which sector includes hotels and resorts?

  • Attraction Sector
  • Travel Organization Sector
  • Transportation Sector
  • Accommodation Sector (correct)

What is the primary function of National Tourism Organisations?

  • Manage transportation services for tourists
  • Enforce tourism-related policies (correct)
  • Provide entertainment options for tourists
  • Build hotels and resorts

Which of the following is NOT part of the Attraction Sector?

  • Wildlife Parks
  • Theme Parks
  • Museums
  • Bus/Coach Operators (correct)

What type of organizations are included in the Travel Organization Sector?

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Which example illustrates a Destination Organization?

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Which option is categorized in the Transportation Sector?

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Which of the following is an example of an Accommodation Sector establishment?

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What role do tourist associations typically play?

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What is a key component of the LCC business model?

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Which of the following statements is true about the LCC's turnaround time?

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What is the primary mission of Low-Cost Carriers (LCC)?

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Which award has LCC consistently won each year since 2010?

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What factor contributes significantly to LCC offering cheaper fares?

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What is one way travel agencies can generate profit?

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Which of the following is NOT a type of holiday tour package?

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What characteristic defines special interest tours?

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Which statement about transportation in tourism is true?

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What is the most popular mode of road travel today?

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Which of the following is considered a transportation attraction?

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Why has long-distance travel become simpler and more affordable?

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What type of tour package includes both air tickets and ground arrangements?

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What is a prominent reason for the popularity of road transportation in tourism?

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Which feature is typically associated with full service airlines?

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What does the term 'open skies' refer to in the airline industry?

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Which of the following is NOT typically a characteristic of a flag carrier airline?

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What role do ridesharing apps like Uber and Grab play in the tourism industry?

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Which airline is mentioned as an example of a flag carrier airline?

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What is a common feature of low-cost carriers compared to full service airlines?

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What is a key benefit of public buses and taxis for independent travelers?

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What is a key characteristic of low-cost carriers regarding ticketing?

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How does the aircraft turnover process differ between commercial airlines and low-cost airlines in terms of catering?

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What is one way low-cost carriers save on operational costs?

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Which of the following is NOT a feature of low-cost airlines?

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Which task is uniquely handled by cabin crew in low-cost airlines?

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What best describes the landing process for low-cost carriers?

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What is a primary advantage of no-frill service model in low-cost carriers?

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Which of the following statements is true about low-cost carriers and their market strategy?

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What is the main advantage of parking at secondary airports compared to major airports?

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How do Low-Cost Carriers (LCC) primarily sell their tickets?

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What type of flight network do most Low-Cost Carriers operate?

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What is a primary source of additional revenue for Low-Cost Carriers?

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Which of the following is a benefit of high-speed electric trains compared to steam engines?

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What is an operational strategy employed by LCCs to minimize costs?

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What experience do cruise ships primarily aim to provide to travelers?

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Why do Low-Cost Carriers typically not use travel agencies?

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Flashcards

Destination Organizations

Organizations that focus on promoting and managing tourism within a specific destination.

National Tourism Organization

Organizations like Malaysia Tourism Organization that represent a country's tourism industry at a national level.

Accommodation Sector

The activities related to the provision of accommodation services, including hotels, motels, guesthouses, and vacation rentals.

Tour Operators

Organizations that plan and sell tourism packages, including flights, accommodation, and activities.

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Transportation Sector

Organizations that provide transportation services, such as airlines, cruise lines, railways, and car rental companies.

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Attraction Sector

Organizations that offer attractions for tourists, including theme parks, museums, wildlife parks, and heritage sites.

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Travel Agencies

Organizations that sell travel packages directly to consumers, acting as intermediaries between the customer and various travel services.

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Ministry of Tourism, Art & Culture (Malaysia)

The Ministry of Tourism, Art & Culture in Malaysia has the responsibility of setting and enforcing tourism policies, issuing licenses, and promoting the country's cultural attractions.

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Car Rental Tourism

Travel by car, often rented by travelers to explore a destination.

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Ridesharing Apps

Apps like Uber and Grab that connect passengers and drivers for shared rides, often cheaper than traditional taxis.

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Full-service Airlines

Airlines offering comfortable seats, meals, entertainment, and checked baggage included in ticket prices.

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Flag Carrier

An airline owned or heavily subsidized by a country, often enjoying special permissions for international flights.

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Open Skies Policies

Policies allowing airlines from one country to fly to and within other countries, promoting more travel and freedom.

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Inter-regional Air Travel

Air travel connecting people across vast distances, crucial for tourism.

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Airline Seat Classes

The choice of seats offered by airlines, ranging from basic economy to luxurious first class.

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Airline Advertising Tactics

A type of advertisement used by airlines to attract customers and highlight their unique features.

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How do Travel Agencies make money?

Travel agencies make money by charging fees, commissions, markups on products, and offering incentives.

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What Travel Components do Agencies Offer?

These are included in travel packages offered by agencies, like air tickets, hotel reservations, transportation, and travel insurance.

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What are the Major Types of Holiday Tours?

All-inclusive tours offer a complete package with pre-set arrangements, while free & easy tours grant more flexibility with just air and ground arrangements.

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What are Special Interest Tours?

These tours focus on a specific interest, like food, wellness, or adventure activities, providing in-depth experiences. Examples include gastronomy tours, ski trips, or wildlife safaris.

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Importance of Transportation in Tourism

Transportation plays a vital role in tourism, making travel more accessible and affordable due to advances in air travel and high-speed trains.

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Tourism Transportation as an Attraction

Besides moving people, transportation can be an attraction itself, as seen in cruises, scenic trains, and unique modes like hot air balloons.

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What are the Key Types of Road Transportation?

Cars and coaches are popular options for road travel, especially catering to large tourist groups with scheduled itineraries.

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How do Various Modes of Transportation Work Together?

Traveling involves a combination of different modes of transportation, each with its own strengths and benefits.

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Low-Cost Carriers (LCCs)

Airlines that focus on offering bare-bones travel at incredibly low prices.

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LCC Business Model

A business model that prioritizes maximizing passengers while minimizing costs, making air travel affordable.

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LCC Success Strategy

The strategy that LCCs use to deliver the most affordable air travel possible.

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High Aircraft Utilization

The method by which LCCs achieve low prices, often by keeping aircraft flying for the maximum amount of time each day.

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LCC Turnaround Time

The time spent getting an aircraft ready for its next flight after landing, a key factor in LCC's low costs.

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Aircraft Turnaround

The process of unloading and loading an aircraft, including steps like passenger and baggage handling, cleaning, catering, refueling, and maintenance.

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Standardize Operations (LCC)

A strategy used by LCCs to reduce costs by using a standardized type of aircraft for all their operations.

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Secondary Airport Usage (LCC)

A practice used by LCCs to minimize costs by opting to use secondary airports, often located further from city centers.

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No-Frills Service (LCC)

Eliminating non-essential services such as free food, drinks, and entertainment, allowing passengers to purchase these items onboard.

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Ticketless Airlines (LCC)

A strategy used by LCCs to reduce costs by eliminating paper tickets and relying on digital confirmations for flights.

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No Refunds for No-Shows (LCC)

The practice of not offering refunds for missed flights or no-show passengers.

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Single Passenger Class (LCC)

A characteristic of LCCs where they offer a single class of seating, eliminating first-class and business-class options.

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What are Low-Cost Carriers (LCCs)?

Airlines that focus on keeping costs low and offering basic services. They often operate point-to-point routes, use websites for booking, and charge extra for services like checked bags and meals.

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What are point-to-point flights?

Direct flights between two destinations without stopovers. This means passengers travel directly to their final destination without having to change planes.

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What are ancillary revenues?

Additional income generated by airlines beyond ticket sales. This includes services like in-flight meals, duty-free shopping, and baggage fees.

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How do LCCs use the Internet for cost savings?

Using the internet for booking flights instead of travel agencies. This saves airlines commission fees.

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What are cruise ships?

Ships used for leisure vacations. They offer various activities and experiences, allowing passengers to relax, enjoy, and explore different destinations.

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What are high-speed electric trains?

High-speed trains powered by electricity. They offer faster, more reliable, and comfortable travel, making them beneficial for tourism development.

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How do ferries and speedboats aid transportation?

A method of transportation used to transfer passengers and vehicles between mainland areas and islands. This includes ferries and speedboats.

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How do LCCs generate revenue from extra charges?

Selling additional services to passengers, such as counter check-in, seat selection, and checked baggage. These fees contribute to the airline's revenue.

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Study Notes

Tourism Organisations

  • The presentation details the sectors forming the travel and tourism industry
  • These sectors include: Destination Organization, Tour operators/Travel agencies, and Transportation sectors
  • Accommodation sector includes hotels, resorts, farmhouses, vacation villages, caravans/camping, guest houses, apartments, homestays, and villas
  • Transportation sector includes airlines, bus/coach operators, cruise lines, and car rental operators
  • Attraction sector includes theme parks, wildlife parks, heritage sites, gardens, museums, zoos, art galleries, etc.
  • Destination Organization sector includes national, regional & local tourist offices, tourist associations, etc.
  • Malaysia Tourism Organisation (MTO): The MTO, or its equivalent in other countries, outlines policies, licensing, and promotes the country's tourism industry, emphasizing cultural aspects, arts, and heritage.
  • Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board (MTPB): This board promotes Malaysia as a tourist destination domestically and internationally through activities.
  • Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCeb): MyCeb promotes Malaysia as a preferred destination for events such as meetings, incentives, conventions, exhibitions, major events, and festivals.
  • Tourist Information Centers (TICs): These are state-funded, non-profit bodies that provide information to tourists.

Travel Organization Sectors

  • Travel Principals (Producer/suppliers): Airlines, hotels, coach companies, attractions, restaurants, etc. form this sector
  • Tour Operators (Wholesalers): These entities combine travel products to create package holidays, which they then sell.
  • Travel Agencies (Retail Shops): These entities act as intermediaries, purchasing from tour operators and selling to customers.
  • Customers are the final consumers of travel arrangements.

Tour Operators

  • Tour operators purchase a variety of travel elements, bundle them into package holidays and sell these combined products to the public, or travel agencies.
  • The top tour operators in the world as listed in 2022 include Virtuoso, Original Travel, Carrier, Jules Verne, Hayes & Jarvis, Intrepid Travel, Cox & Kings, Kuoni, Audley Travel, Trailfinders, Abercrombie & Kent, Mr & Mrs Smith, and The Turquoise Holiday Company, Elegant Resorts, and Red Savannah.

Travel Agencies

  • Travel agencies connect tourism service providers with the public, acting as a sales outlet for travel services.
  • They are classified as intermediaries between consumers and providers, acting as a contact point, and not holding inventory of travel products
  • Travel agencies generate revenue from commissions, incentives, additional services fees, or the mark-up of product costs
  • The agency is responsible for the booking and management of travel arrangements for their clients, and may include activities such as booking flights, accommodations, and tours

Travel Components

  • Travel agencies offer an array of services that include booking air tickets, hotel reservations, entertainment, visa applications, cruises, travel insurance, and excursions, along with transporting tourists
  • In addition, travel agencies package these elements for their clients
  • Several types of holiday packages are available, including: all-inclusive escorted tours, free & easy itineraries, self-drive packages, European campsites, winter holidays, island escapes, cruises/rail holidays, and stop-over packages.
  • Packages can be personalized to cater to various special interests, like gastronomy, wellness, sports, or cultural sites.

Transportation Sectors

  • Transportation is a significant aspect of the tourism sector.
  • Transportation has become easier and more affordable due to technology advancements relating to air travel, shortening journey times.
  • Transportation is also available for remote areas
  • Transportation options include cruises, scenic rail, bicycles, cable cars, helicopters, hot air balloons, kayaks, tricycles, segways, and more.
  • Road transportation (cars, coaches) is a primary mode.
  • Car rental services allow travelers to explore locations independently.
  • Public transportation (buses, taxis) serves travelers' needs.
  • Ridesharing applications (e.g., Uber, Grab) offer an alternative to traditional taxi services.
  • Air transportation (airlines) plays a crucial role in inter-regional travel.
  • Airline policies like "open skies" allow more freedom in international travel.
  • Full-service airlines offer various travel classes.
  • Low-cost carriers (LCCs) prioritize cost-effectiveness through reduced fees, service charges, and simple distribution chains like online booking.

Airline Industry

  • Air travel plays a decisive role in inter-regional tourism.
  • "Open skies" international travel policies let airlines freely travel to other countries, lifting travel restrictions.
  • The increasing need for international travel is caused by international trade and economic activity.
  • Full-service airlines offer various classes, such as first, business, and economy.
  • Examples of award-winning airlines are noted

Additional Notes

  • The types of accommodations and transportation systems can be categorized further and vary by location.
  • Specific companies in the tourism sector provide specific details about services or packages
  • Destination organizations across countries develop diverse roles, structures, and functions.

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