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Tourism intermediaries primarily act as brokers between buyers and sellers in the tourism industry.
Tourism intermediaries primarily act as brokers between buyers and sellers in the tourism industry.
True
Tour operators only sell individual travel components separately and do not offer package deals.
Tour operators only sell individual travel components separately and do not offer package deals.
False
Tour wholesalers are responsible for supplying packaged components to travel agencies for sale to the public.
Tour wholesalers are responsible for supplying packaged components to travel agencies for sale to the public.
True
Packaged tours, also known as travel packages, do not typically include accommodations or meals.
Packaged tours, also known as travel packages, do not typically include accommodations or meals.
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Travel agents act as private retailers providing travel-related services directly to clients.
Travel agents act as private retailers providing travel-related services directly to clients.
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Cultural tourism is focused solely on recreational activities and does not involve experiencing the lifestyle of a location.
Cultural tourism is focused solely on recreational activities and does not involve experiencing the lifestyle of a location.
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Tour operators negotiate discounts with suppliers and add a markup before selling packages to the public.
Tour operators negotiate discounts with suppliers and add a markup before selling packages to the public.
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Intermediaries in tourism assist consumers by simplifying the process of purchasing travel products.
Intermediaries in tourism assist consumers by simplifying the process of purchasing travel products.
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Study Notes
Tourism Distribution Channel
- A network that connects suppliers with consumers for tourism products and services
- Facilitates the selling and delivery of these products and services
- Different from tangible goods, as consumers purchase and consume these services simultaneously
Tourism Intermediaries
- Act as distribution agents in the tourism product sales process
- Bridge the gap between buyers and sellers
- Transform goods and services into a form that consumers want to purchase
- Reduce the effort and cost for consumers to access these products and services
Where do tourist get information on destination?
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Travel Agents
- Private retailers that provide travel-related services and advice
- Offer services on behalf of suppliers like hotels, flights, car rentals, and tour operators
- Act as brokers, offering quick access to schedules, fares, and advice
Tour Operators
- Organizations, companies, or individuals that combine individual travel components
- Package these components into a single tour with their own price
- Promote and organize tours and trips
- Negotiate discounted travel, accommodation, meals, and sightseeing
- Add a markup to their costs before advertising the package
- Can work with tour agencies or independently
Tour Wholesalers
- Supply package components to tour operators
- These components are then packaged into tours and sold through travel agents to the public
- Tour operators involved in large-scale packaging are known as Tour Wholesalers
Packaged Tours
- Also known as Travel Packages
- Include:
- Accommodation
- Transportation
- Meals
- Attractions
- Activities
Types of Destination
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Cultural
- Travel focused on observing and experiencing the culture and lifestyle of a location
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This quiz covers the essential concepts of tourism distribution channels, including the roles of tourism intermediaries, travel agents, and tour operators. Learn how these entities facilitate the sale and delivery of tourism products and services to consumers. Understand the importance of these connections in the tourism industry.
