Tourism Attraction Categories Overview
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What strategy involves creating a unique product that customers are willing to pay premium prices for?

  • Harvesting strategy
  • Differentiation strategy (correct)
  • Cost leadership strategy
  • Focus strategy

    • Rejuvenation can occur by withdrawing existing products and ceasing operations.

    False

    What is the primary goal of a pro-poor tourism paradigm?

    Poverty alleviation

    The strategy that narrows products/services to specific market segments is known as the __________ strategy.

    <p>focus or niche</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the stage of tourism development with its corresponding strategy:

    <p>Exploration and Involvement = Selling new products/services to new markets Development = Overall cost leadership strategy Consolidation and Stagnation = Selling existing products/services to existing markets Decline = Harvesting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key strategy during the decline phase?

    <p>Harvesting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a category of tourist attractions?

    <p>Adventurous-sporting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ecological-biological attractions include scenic views and unusual rock formations.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one example of a geophysical-landscape-aesthetic attraction.

    <p>Mountains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ____________ includes attractions such as caves and rivers.

    <p>Geophysical-landscape-aesthetic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the types of attractions with their characteristics:

    <p>Geophysical-landscape-aesthetic = Includes mountains and scenic views Ecological-biological = Focuses on organisms and ecological events Cultural-historical = Encompasses historical landmarks and ethnic heritage Recreational = Includes activities like sports and leisure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What positive attributes might attract tourists?

    <p>Climate and scenery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cultural-historical attractions can include physical features like mountains.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one key characteristic of recreational attractions?

    <p>Activities like sports and leisure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    _____________ are attractions that focus on species, their behaviors, and ecosystems.

    <p>Ecological-biological</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one benefit of effective tourism planning?

    <p>Enhanced understanding and learning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Good tourism planning can lead to unregulated construction and financial losses.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key factor for effective tourism planning?

    <p>Availability and quality of tourism-relevant data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Planning can help avoid ___________ by reducing trials and errors.

    <p>wasted resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following benefits to their descriptions:

    <p>Enhanced understanding and learning = Involves shared expertise and research Efficiency and cost savings = Reduces time and financial waste Prevention of irreparable damage = Protects natural and cultural features Building social capital = Fosters trust and collaboration among stakeholders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does participatory planning help build?

    <p>Social capital</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A written tourism plan can prevent costly mistakes.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one factor that affects tourism planning expertise availability.

    <p>Training programs or skilled personnel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Planning helps streamline the process from conceptualization to ___________.

    <p>implementation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it beneficial to develop a hiking trail with proper planning?

    <p>To avoid errors like erosion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of tourism does the Maldives primarily focus on?

    <p>Luxury tourism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Singapore has abundant natural tourism assets that attract visitors.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one man-made attraction in Singapore.

    <p>Marina Bay Sands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Maldives developed luxury resorts due to its limited ______ and high cost of infrastructure.

    <p>land area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match each destination with its tourism strategy:

    <p>Maldives = High-end luxury resorts Singapore = Man-made attractions Hawaii = Eco-tourism Italy = Cultural heritage tourism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the type of resources available in Singapore?

    <p>Urban and man-made</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Destinations should strive to offer similar attractions to compete effectively.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary challenge for the Maldives in handling tourism?

    <p>Limited absorptive capacity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Singapore’s famous attraction, ______ by the Bay, is known for its futuristic architecture.

    <p>Gardens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a focus area for the Maldives?

    <p>Affordable accommodation for all</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT part of the Central Luzon region?

    <p>Batangas Peninsula</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Palawan includes the areas of San Vicente, El Nido, and Taytay.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one of the provinces included in the Bicol region.

    <p>Camarines or Catanduanes or Albay or Sorsogon or Masbate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The UNWTO defines a tourism destination as a physical space where a visitor spends at least one __________.

    <p>overnight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following regions with their corresponding areas:

    <p>Eastern Visayas = Southern Leyte Western Visayas = Boracay Island Southern Philippines = Zamboanga Peninsula Central Visayas = Negros Oriental</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area is part of the Southern Philippines?

    <p>Camiguin Island</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cagayan de Oro is located in the Central Philippines.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is defined as a tourism product within a tourism destination?

    <p>Attractions or support services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The province of __________ is known for its tourist attractions including beaches and nature in the Zamboanga Peninsula.

    <p>Zamboanga City</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following areas is part of the Agusan River Basin?

    <p>Butuan City</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Tourism Attraction Categories

    • Tourism Western Australia (2006) defines a tourist attraction as a physical or cultural feature that fulfills leisure needs of tourists.
    • There are four categories of tourist attractions:
      • Geophysical-landscape-aesthetic: Features like mountains, gorges, rock formations, caves, rivers, scenic views, thermal waters, and unusual celestial events.
      • Ecological-biological: Includes organisms, their interactions, and ecological processes like decomposition, reproduction, and migration.
      • Cultural-historical: This category encompasses historical sites, museums, art galleries, cultural events, and religious places.
      • Recreational: It includes activities like sports, adventure tourism, theme parks, and entertainment venues.

    Tourism Destinations

    • Any tourism development unit can be considered a tourism destination, regardless of size or political boundaries.
    • UNWTO (2004) defines a tourism destination as a physical space where a visitor spends at least one night.
    • Destinations encompass tourism products, support services, attractions, and resources within a day's travel time.
    • They have physical and administrative boundaries, and their market competitiveness is defined by images and perceptions.

    Benefits of Tourism Planning

    • Tourism planning encourages critical thinking, identifies priorities, and leads to a deeper understanding of tourism.
    • Planning fosters a more efficient allocation of resources, reduces wasted time and money, and provides clear guidance for project implementation.
    • Planning helps avoid the potential for irreversible damage to natural beauty and cultural heritage.
    • Participatory planning builds social capital, fosters trust among stakeholders, and promotes cooperation.

    Factors for Effective Tourism Planning

    • Availability and quality of tourism-related data.
    • Availability of tourism planning expertise.
    • Development Focus: Destinations should align their tourism offerings to their unique resources, like eco-tourism for areas with beautiful landscapes and cultural tourism for areas with rich heritage.

    Tourism Development Paradigm

    • The development paradigm influences the choices of issues, goals, and strategies in tourism development.
    • A pro-poor tourism paradigm would prioritize projects that benefit vulnerable groups.

    Tourism Development Strategies

    • Maldives:
      • Type of Resources: Stunning natural resources, beaches, clear waters, and unique marine life.
      • Development Focus: High-end luxury resorts due to limited land and high infrastructure costs.
      • Target market: Affluent travelers seeking exclusive, high-quality experiences.
    • Singapore:
      • Type of Resources: Limited natural assets, urban and man-made attractions.
      • Development Focus: Development of man-made attractions like theme parks, gardens, and shopping districts.
      • Target market: Diverse, seeking a range of attractions.

    Tourism Development Stages

    • Exploration and Involvement:
      • Focus on selling new products or services to new markets.
      • Building market share.
    • Development:
      • Overall cost leadership strategy: offering competitive prices in relation to perceived value.
      • Differentiation strategy: creating extra value for premium prices and producing unique products.
      • Focus or niche strategy: concentrating on specific market segments.
    • Consolidation and Stagnation:
      • Selling new products or services to existing markets.
      • Maintaining market share.
    • Decline:
      • Harvesting: maximizing profits before withdrawing the product.
      • Ceasing operation: preventing further losses.
    • Rejuvenation:
      • Selling existing products or services to new markets.
      • Boosting sales through increased expenditure on advertising, distribution, and development.
      • Repositioning the product to a more prestigious position through differentiation.

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