Tourism Definitions and Classifications

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What is defined as a tourist?

A person who travels for business purposes

A person who travels within their home country

A person who travels less than 80 kilometers from home

A person who travels outside their usual environment (correct)

Which type of tourism focuses on visiting vineyards and wineries for wine-related activities?

Rural Tourism

Health Tourism

Gastronomy Tourism

Eno-tourism (correct)

What type of tourism involves people traveling outside their home country?

Regional Tourism

Inbound Tourism

Outbound Tourism (correct)

Domestic Tourism

What is the primary motivation behind health tourism?

Medical and wellness activities Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered inbound tourism?

A Canadian traveling to France Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes mountain tourism?

Tourism in defined geographical spaces like hills and mountains Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately defines domestic tourism?

Traveling within one's own country Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of adventure tourism?

Involvement of significant physical and/or mental effort Signup and view all the answers

Rural tourism often emphasizes which type of activity?

Nature-based and agricultural activities Signup and view all the answers

Which tourism type includes both spectators and participants in sporting events?

Sports Tourism Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of adventure tourism?

Going on a safari Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes urban/city tourism?

Experiences linked to non-agricultural economies in urban settings Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes inbound tourism?

Non-residents traveling to a different country Signup and view all the answers

Which type of tourism often involves outdoor activities like rock climbing and scuba diving?

Adventure Tourism Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of rural tourism?

Urban shopping centers Signup and view all the answers

Gastronomy tourism includes which of the following activities?

Visiting local food producers Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of business tourism?

To attend meetings, events, or professional activities Signup and view all the answers

Which type of tourism emphasizes learning about cultural attractions and societal features?

Cultural tourism Signup and view all the answers

What aspect does ecotourism primarily aim to enhance?

Community engagement and awareness of biodiversity Signup and view all the answers

Education tourism is primarily motivated by which of the following?

Self-improvement and intellectual growth Signup and view all the answers

Gastronomy tourism is characterized by the visitor's focus on what?

Food and food-related experiences Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the relationship between business tourism and other types of tourism?

Business tourism can be combined with other tourism types Signup and view all the answers

Which elements fall under the definition of cultural tourism?

Culinary heritage, literature, and music Signup and view all the answers

Ecotourism requires a specific management approach to address what?

Minimizing the negative impact on the ecosystem Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Tourism Definitions and Classifications

Tourist: A person traveling outside their usual environment (defined as less than 80km away in Canada). International travel crossing a border is always considered tourism regardless of distance.
Tourist (duration): If a tourist stays in a destination for more than a year, they are no longer considered a tourist.
Domestic visitor: Someone who travels within their country of residence.
International visitor: Someone who travels to a different country than where they live.

Three Basic Forms of Tourism

Domestic tourism: A resident visitor travelling within their own country (e.g., Ottawa resident to Niagara Falls).
Inbound tourism: Activities of a non-resident visitor arriving in a country (e.g. US tourist visiting Toronto).
Outbound tourism: Activities of a non-resident visitor leaving a country (e.g., Vancouver couple travelling to Paris).

Why People Travel

People travel for many different reasons.
This leads to a variety of tourism classifications.

Types of Tourism

Adventure tourism: Often in destinations with specific features (landform, nature). Associated with physical activity, cultural exchange and engagement with nature, potentially involving risks and significant effort.
Business tourism: Tourism for professional or business purposes (meetings, incentives, conventions, exhibitions). Can combine with other tourism types.
Cultural tourism: Motivated by learning about and experiencing tangible and intangible cultural attractions/products such as arts, historical sites, music, cuisine, etc..
Ecotourism: Nature-based tourism focused on appreciating the natural world and supporting local communities, minimising environmental impact.
Education tourism: Driven by engaging in learning, self-improvement, skill development (courses, trips, etc.)
Gastronomy tourism: Focused on food and related products and activities (cooking classes, food festivals). Wine tourism is a specific type.
Health tourism: Motivated by activities contributing to physical, mental, or spiritual health (medical or wellness-based). Wellness tourism and medical tourism are subcategories.
Mountain tourism: Outdoor leisure and sports activities in well-defined mountain areas (hiking, biking, etc.).
Rural tourism: Travel experiences related to nature, agricultural activities, rural culture (rural lifestyle, agriculture, sightseeing).
Sports tourism: Traveling to experience or participate in a sporting event.
Urban/city tourism: Travel in urban spaces featuring cultural experiences, architectural attractions, technology, etc.

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Test your knowledge on key terms and classifications in tourism. This quiz will cover definitions, types of tourism, and motivations for travel. Ideal for students of tourism studies or those interested in understanding travel dynamics.