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How would you define tourism?
Tourism can be defined as the act of traveling for leisure, business, or other purposes, often involving a temporary stay away from one's usual environment.
Most employment in tourism is in the hospitality sector.
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What is the majority of tourism in the world?
Which factors are considered in Leipers Model?
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What are the main categories of the travel industry?
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What is the role of wholesalers in the travel industry?
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Direct distribution channels involve intermediaries between supplier and customer.
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The majority of trips are by __________ transport; mainly by car.
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Study Notes
Graded Assessments Summary
- Written Exam scheduled for Monday, 23.09.24, focuses on topics from block week (16.9 - 20.9.2024).
- Exam format includes a mix of short and open questions, weighted at 60% of the final grade.
- Group Assessment due on Thursday, 31.10.24, involves creating a travel guide in teams of three.
- Travel guide requirements: 20-30 pages, DIN A5 format, single line spacing, sentence case, uploaded as PDF via Microsoft Teams.
- The guide must include sections on country introduction, maps, state & economy, languages & society, history, art & culture, food & beverages, and key tourist cities/regions like Baku and Quba.
Tourism Definition and Insights
- Employment in tourism largely concentrated in the hospitality sector.
- Majority of trips in tourism are made using surface transport like cars.
- International tourism constitutes a significant portion of global travel, with large corporations in hospitality and airlines dominating the market.
Tourism History
- Historical factors have played a crucial role in shaping the tourism landscape.
- Socio-economic and socio-cultural aspects also impact tourism evolution and trends.
- Environmental influences are important considerations in tourism development.
Leipers Model
- Key factors in tourism include historical, socio-economic, socio-cultural, and environmental influences.
- These elements contribute to understanding tourism systems and interactions.
Distribution Channels in Travel Industry
- Suppliers (producers) include tour operators (wholesalers) and travel agencies (retailers).
- Tourists are the consumers in this distribution chain.
Travel Industry Structure
- Principals or service providers create tourism products and core offerings such as airlines, hotels, and car rentals.
- Wholesalers buy in bulk to package tourism products for cost-effective sales to retailers or consumers.
- Retailers act as intermediaries, selling packages to consumers via physical agencies or online platforms.
Consumer Role in Tourism
- The final link in the distribution chain that influences product packaging and success based on preferences and satisfaction.
- Understanding consumer behavior is crucial for effective tourism marketing and distribution.
Direct Distribution Channels
- Simplest distribution method is direct sales from suppliers to customers.
- The internet is increasingly facilitating direct purchases, enhancing accessibility.
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Description
This quiz covers graded assessments in the tourism course, including a written exam focusing on block week topics and a group project to create a travel guide. Key components of the travel guide and tourism insights related to employment and transportation trends are also discussed.
