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What is a key characteristic that distinguishes tourism marketing from marketing tangible products?
What is a key characteristic that distinguishes tourism marketing from marketing tangible products?
- It avoids consumer research.
- It focuses on selling physical goods.
- It deals with intangible and perishable services. (correct)
- It ignores variability in product quality.
Which of the following is NOT a type of tourism marketing orientation?
Which of the following is NOT a type of tourism marketing orientation?
- Marketing Orientation
- Production Orientation
- Societal Orientation
- Stakeholder Orientation (correct)
Which segmentation type focuses on tourists’ lifestyle, attitudes, and values?
Which segmentation type focuses on tourists’ lifestyle, attitudes, and values?
- Geographic
- Demographic
- Psychographic (correct)
- Behavioral
The “Four Ps” of marketing include all the following EXCEPT:
The “Four Ps” of marketing include all the following EXCEPT:
What is the primary goal of branding in tourism?
What is the primary goal of branding in tourism?
Which step is the first in the tourism marketing process?
Which step is the first in the tourism marketing process?
What makes tourism products unique compared to other products?
What makes tourism products unique compared to other products?
Push factors in travel motivation are best described as:
Push factors in travel motivation are best described as:
Which term best describes an unexpected discovery while traveling?
Which term best describes an unexpected discovery while traveling?
What concept refers to the alignment between a traveler's identity and their travel destination?
What concept refers to the alignment between a traveler's identity and their travel destination?
What is the primary impact of technology on tourism experiences?
What is the primary impact of technology on tourism experiences?
What value from the Theory of Consumption Values pertains to social acceptance?
What value from the Theory of Consumption Values pertains to social acceptance?
During which stage of the traveler's buying process do preferences and alternative evaluations occur?
During which stage of the traveler's buying process do preferences and alternative evaluations occur?
What does cognitive dissonance refer to in the context of travel purchases?
What does cognitive dissonance refer to in the context of travel purchases?
Which type of information need is driven by a desire for novelty and curiosity?
Which type of information need is driven by a desire for novelty and curiosity?
What is NOT considered a characteristic of traveler information behavior?
What is NOT considered a characteristic of traveler information behavior?
Flashcards
Serendipity
Serendipity
Finding something good or valuable without looking for it; accidental good fortune.
Personalization
Personalization
Tailoring something to suit individual needs and preferences.
Destination Alignment Theory
Destination Alignment Theory
A theory relating travelers' personal values to the characteristics of a destination.
Compatibility (in travel)
Compatibility (in travel)
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Social Value (in travel)
Social Value (in travel)
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Cognitive dissonance (in travel)
Cognitive dissonance (in travel)
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Hedonic Information Need
Hedonic Information Need
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Allocentric Traveler
Allocentric Traveler
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Tourism Marketing vs. Tangible Products
Tourism Marketing vs. Tangible Products
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Tourism Marketing Orientation (NOT)
Tourism Marketing Orientation (NOT)
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Psychographic Segmentation
Psychographic Segmentation
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Four Ps of Marketing (EXCEPT)
Four Ps of Marketing (EXCEPT)
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Tourism Branding Goal
Tourism Branding Goal
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First Step in Tourism Marketing Process
First Step in Tourism Marketing Process
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Promotional Message During Awareness
Promotional Message During Awareness
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Tourism Products Uniqueness
Tourism Products Uniqueness
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Study Notes
Tourism Marketing Fundamentals
- Key Difference: Tourism marketing focuses on intangible, perishable services, unlike marketing tangible products.
- Marketing Orientations: Production, Marketing, Societal, and Stakeholder are marketing orientations.
Segmentation
- Psychographic: This segmentation focuses on lifestyle, attitudes, and values of tourists.
Marketing Mix (4Ps)
- Four Ps: Price, Promotion, Product, and Place (packaging not part of the 4 Ps).
Branding in Tourism
- Branding Goal: Differentiate the destination from competitors.
Tourism Marketing Process
- First Step: Assessing the current situation ("Where are we now?").
Promotional Messages
- Awareness Stage: Informative promotional messages are crucial.
Promotional Tools
- Promotional Toolbox: Public Relations is part of the promotional mix.
Tourism Products
- Uniqueness: Tourism products combine physical goods and personal services, making them different from other products.
- Development: DMOs promote collaboration between stakeholders for product development.
Travel Motivation
- Push Factors: Individual desires, like escaping routine, drive travel choices.
Benefits of Tourism
- Long-lasting Effects: Reduced stress is a benefit with long-lasting effects, unlike a short-term experience like buying souvenirs.
Tourism Experiences
- Serendipity: Unexpected, positive surprises are part of the tourism experience.
- Destination Compatibility: Aligns the destination to the traveller’s personal identity.
Technological Impact
- Technology: Technology enhances access and sharing, altering tourism experiences.
Consumption Values
- Social Value: Social acceptance of a purchase is a consumption value.
Traveler’s Buying Process
- Evaluation/Preference: Traveler forms preferences and evaluates travel options.
- Cognitive Dissonance: Anxiety after making a purchase decision.
- Information Needs: Hedonic, Functional needs refer to types and causes of traveler’s information needs.
- Information Behavior: Characterized by multi-channel use and multi-dimensional value.
Tourism Trends & Issues
- Hofstede's Power Distance: Measures acceptance of inequality within a culture.
- Structural Barriers: Limited discretionary time or money are structural barriers.
- Allocentric Travelers: Seek adventure and local cultures.
- Destination Image: Influences travel behavior by affecting perceptions and choices.
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Explore the essential concepts of tourism marketing, including its unique characteristics, segmentation strategies, and the marketing mix. This quiz covers the key differences in tourism marketing, the importance of branding, promotional tools, and the overall tourism marketing process. Test your knowledge of how to effectively market tourism products and services.
