29 Questions
What is the main focus of the Philippine Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000?
Implementing a comprehensive solid waste management program
According to Sugaya (as cited in Department of Tourism, 2017), what is the definition of evaluation in the context of site evaluation?
Assessing criteria items through various methodologies
What is the purpose of the site evaluation process in the context of potential tourism sites?
Determining readiness for tourism
How should the site evaluation process be conducted according to the Department of Tourism (DOT) Guidebook for Local Government Units?
Using a site evaluation sheet to identify criteria and characteristics possessed by tourism sites
Who may be involved in conducting the site evaluation process for potential tourism sites?
A diverse team with different expertise
What should be the output of a site evaluation for tourism development?
A ranking of listed sites for tourism development
What is the primary purpose of tourism industry profiling?
To create an inventory of tourism resources and assets
Which of the following is NOT considered a component of tourism industry profiling?
Shopping malls
What is a critical step in developing destinations for tourism?
Identifying the types of tourists that visit an area
Which method is recommended for collecting information about tourists according to the text?
Qualitative method of information gathering
Why is it important for areas developed/developing in tourism to have an idea of the types of tourists visiting?
To tailor tourism offerings to meet visitor preferences
What role do institutional elements play in tourism industry profiling?
They are part of the components identified in tourism industry profiling
What is the primary purpose of problem analysis in the tourism industry?
To identify the causes and effects of problems
How is Problem Analysis (PA) beneficial in addressing problems?
By providing specific goals and objectives for problem-solving
What should be the focus when defining problems in the context of tourism development?
Expressing problems as negative conditions
Which step in problem analysis involves asking, 'What negative things do you notice?'
Defining problems from a positive perspective
What is the purpose of collecting data and information about problems in the tourism industry?
To identify the causes and effects of problems
What is the role of the identified problems during problem analysis?
To determine specific goals and objectives
What is the primary negative consequence mentioned in the text?
Destruction of primary tourism resource (coral reefs)
Which activity is identified as a cause of problems in the text?
Careless diving
What is proposed to be banned to address negative practices?
Destructive fishing
What is the focus of the 'Liquid waste management program' mentioned in the text?
Establishing sewage water treatment system
Which component is related to 'Positive Statements' according to the text?
Solid waste management program
What step is suggested to address the issue of 'Destructive fishing and poor fishing practice'?
Ban destructive and poor fishing practices
What is the main difference between objective tree analysis and problem tree analysis?
Objective tree analysis presents desired achievements, while problem tree analysis focuses on negative factors
Why is it important to ensure that positive factors in objective tree analysis are realistic and achievable?
To avoid wasting time on unattainable goals
In the objective tree analysis process, when might some problems identified in the problem analysis be revised or reformulated?
When the factors in the problem analysis are not relevant or suitable
What should be considered when some objectives on the objective tree analysis diagram appear unachievable?
Reassessing and adjusting the objectives to make them attainable
How do realistic and achievable objectives benefit the objective tree analysis process?
By providing clear and feasible goals to work towards
Study Notes
Philippine Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000
- Comprehensive solid waste management program implemented
- Includes composting, recycling, re-use, proper segregation, collection, etc.
Site Evaluation
- Conducted to determine a site's readiness for tourism development
- Involves on-site investigation using methodologies like direct observation, mapping, oral interviews, questionnaires, focus group discussions, and workshops
- Output: ranking of listed sites for tourism development
Steps in Conducting Site Evaluation
- Step 1: Identify which criteria and characteristics the tourism sites currently possess
- Step 2: Not specified
- Step 3: Not specified
Problem Identification
- Identifies issues and problems affecting the tourism industry of a region
- Uses an inventory of tourism resources from the tourism industry profiling
- Output: Table 5 - Sample Problem Identification Table
Problem Analysis
- Breaks down problems into smaller pieces for better understanding
- Identifies causes and effects of problems and situations
- Output: used for establishing specific goals, objectives, and necessary steps to address and solve identified problems and issues
- Steps:
- Step 1: Define problems from the perspective of tourism development
- Step 2: Collect valuable data and information about the problems
Tourism Industry Profiling
- Process of making an inventory of a destination's tourism resources and assets
- Components:
- Transportation
- Attractions and activities
- Accommodation
- Tourist facilities/services
- Institutional elements
- Other infrastructure
- Profiling of tourists:
- Identify types of tourists visiting the area
- Guide questions:
- Where do visitors come from?
- How far do they travel to reach attractions?
- What is their average age?
- How many males/females?
Test your knowledge on tourism industry profiling, which involves making an inventory of a destination's tourism resources and assets for optimization. This quiz covers the components and processes involved in tourism industry profiling.
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