Tourism Products and Destinations

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What constitutes a tourist product?

The services used during a tourist's stay exclusively.
Only the physical goods purchased by a tourist.
Only the attractions visited by a tourist.
A combination of the activities a tourist engages in at a destination and the services they use during their stay. (correct)

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of a tourist product?

Tangible and can be inspected before purchase.
Supply is flexible and can be easily increased to meet demand.
Consistent in standard and quality over time.
Intangible, making it difficult to evaluate before purchase. (correct)

What is a key factor determining a tourist destination?

Only the availability of accommodation
Exclusively the natural attractions present
The interrelationship of attractions, amenities/facilities, accessibility, and activities (correct)
The price of goods and services

Which element of a tourism destination includes the range of services and basic infrastructure supporting a visitor's stay?

Amenities (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is 'image' important as an element of a tourist destination?

It plays a crucial role in attracting visitors by presenting a unique character, safety, and quality of service. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does 'price' affect a tourist destination's competitiveness?

Price is crucial as it affects a destination's competition, relating to the cost of accommodation, attractions, food and tour services. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered one of the nine pillars of tourism?

Financial Investments (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic of tourism distinguishes it from other industries where products are delivered to the customer?

Products are not brought to the customer (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to Miossec's model of tourism space evolution, what is the focus of the model?

The stages of tourism development within a destination, from isolation to saturation. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What aspects of destination evolution are considered in Miossec's levels of Destination Evolution?

Development of Facilities, Development of Transport, Development of Tourists Behavior, and Attitudes of decision makers and population. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does Butler's Tourism Area Life Cycle (TALC) model primarily explain?

The evolution of a tourism area through six predictable stages. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are the last three stages in Butler's Tourism Area Life Cycle (TALC)?

Stagnation, Decline, Rejuvenation (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does accessibility influence a tourist destination's success?

It enables more potential visitors to reach the destination via road, air, rail, or cruise ships. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is the seasonal nature of tourism considered a characteristic?

Demand fluctuates significantly depending on the time of year. (D) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of destination development, amenities are vital because:

They support visitor experiences through services and infrastructure. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these distinguishes tourism from traditional industries?

Experience driven, and not necessarily consumable (D) Signup and view all the answers

If a tourism destination is highly dynamic, this suggests that it:

Experiences rapid and constant changes (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is tourism described as a multi-dimensional phenomenon?

It touches on economic, cultural, and environmental dimensions. (B) Signup and view all the answers

In Butler's TALC model, what might a 'rejuvenation' phase signify for a tourism destination?

The location introduces new attractions or improves its infrastructure to regain tourist interest (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of 'human resources' in a tourist destination?

Quality service levels and friendliness of people. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

What is a Tourist Product?

A combination of tourist activities and services used during their stay.

What is a Tourist Destination?

A geographical unit visited by tourists, including where they stay.