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What two factors primarily made tourism possible during the Roman Empire?
What two factors primarily made tourism possible during the Roman Empire?
Which of the following was a significant reason for the decline of the grand tour?
Which of the following was a significant reason for the decline of the grand tour?
Which religious faith does not mention pilgrimages in its doctrines?
Which religious faith does not mention pilgrimages in its doctrines?
What was a defining characteristic of the grand tour in the 17th century?
What was a defining characteristic of the grand tour in the 17th century?
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What innovation did Thomas Cook introduce to facilitate tourism?
What innovation did Thomas Cook introduce to facilitate tourism?
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How did economic factors influence early tourism in Rome?
How did economic factors influence early tourism in Rome?
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Which of these locations was a popular destination during the Roman version of the grand tour?
Which of these locations was a popular destination during the Roman version of the grand tour?
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What role did banks play in the grand tour during the 17th century?
What role did banks play in the grand tour during the 17th century?
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What is the target set by the International Maritime Organization that the industry expects to meet by 2026?
What is the target set by the International Maritime Organization that the industry expects to meet by 2026?
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What energy source powers the Icon of the Seas?
What energy source powers the Icon of the Seas?
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Which of the following features is NOT found on the Icon of the Seas?
Which of the following features is NOT found on the Icon of the Seas?
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What is a potential disadvantage of having larger cruise ships?
What is a potential disadvantage of having larger cruise ships?
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Why have cruise lines leased private islands near Florida?
Why have cruise lines leased private islands near Florida?
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What recent cost-cutting measure did Norwegian Cruise Lines implement?
What recent cost-cutting measure did Norwegian Cruise Lines implement?
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What aspect of the cruise industry has shown significant growth despite challenges?
What aspect of the cruise industry has shown significant growth despite challenges?
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Which of the following is a method by which the Icon of the Seas reduces its environmental impact?
Which of the following is a method by which the Icon of the Seas reduces its environmental impact?
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What was the first scheduled passenger airline service and when did it begin?
What was the first scheduled passenger airline service and when did it begin?
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Which aircraft became a symbol of long-distance air travel after its introduction in 1970?
Which aircraft became a symbol of long-distance air travel after its introduction in 1970?
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Which innovation in the 1930s significantly improved the reliability of commercial flights?
Which innovation in the 1930s significantly improved the reliability of commercial flights?
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What was the primary impact of World War II on commercial aviation?
What was the primary impact of World War II on commercial aviation?
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By 2019, how many commercial flights did the world have compared to 2004?
By 2019, how many commercial flights did the world have compared to 2004?
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What was the significant outcome of the introduction of the Boeing Clipper 314?
What was the significant outcome of the introduction of the Boeing Clipper 314?
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How many passengers could the Douglas DC-3 carry?
How many passengers could the Douglas DC-3 carry?
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What led to the isolation of cruise ships in March 2020?
What led to the isolation of cruise ships in March 2020?
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Which characteristic of early commercial flights made them less appealing to passengers?
Which characteristic of early commercial flights made them less appealing to passengers?
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Which airline operated its first international flight in 1935 from Brisbane to Singapore?
Which airline operated its first international flight in 1935 from Brisbane to Singapore?
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What was a significant factor influencing the growth of the airline industry from the 1930s to the 1950s?
What was a significant factor influencing the growth of the airline industry from the 1930s to the 1950s?
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What was the initial commercial flight cost that was auctioned in 1914?
What was the initial commercial flight cost that was auctioned in 1914?
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What was the status of the cruise ship industry before the Covid-19 pandemic?
What was the status of the cruise ship industry before the Covid-19 pandemic?
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Which impact did commercial aviation have on long-distance travel?
Which impact did commercial aviation have on long-distance travel?
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What event caused Thomas Cook travel to be taken over during World War II?
What event caused Thomas Cook travel to be taken over during World War II?
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What caused a significant decline in the cruise industry by the 1980s?
What caused a significant decline in the cruise industry by the 1980s?
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Which ship was notably involved in a tragic sinking that highlighted safety issues in maritime travel?
Which ship was notably involved in a tragic sinking that highlighted safety issues in maritime travel?
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How did the advent of discount carriers in the late 1970s affect air travel?
How did the advent of discount carriers in the late 1970s affect air travel?
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What was one factor that contributed to the resurgence of travel and tourism after the COVID-19 pandemic, as projected in 2024?
What was one factor that contributed to the resurgence of travel and tourism after the COVID-19 pandemic, as projected in 2024?
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Which cruise line redefined travel during the golden age of ocean liners?
Which cruise line redefined travel during the golden age of ocean liners?
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What was the primary reason for the decline of transatlantic and transpacific cruises?
What was the primary reason for the decline of transatlantic and transpacific cruises?
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What significant feature became commonplace on luxury ships like the Titanic?
What significant feature became commonplace on luxury ships like the Titanic?
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What significant disaster occurred to the Lusitania, and what was its impact?
What significant disaster occurred to the Lusitania, and what was its impact?
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Which factor did contribute to the industry's ability to adapt and grow despite challenges?
Which factor did contribute to the industry's ability to adapt and grow despite challenges?
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What was a characteristic feature of the large ocean liners such as the Mauretania and Lusitania?
What was a characteristic feature of the large ocean liners such as the Mauretania and Lusitania?
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Which of the following statements about early air travel is true?
Which of the following statements about early air travel is true?
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What was a major outcome of the nationalization of travel companies in Britain after World War II?
What was a major outcome of the nationalization of travel companies in Britain after World War II?
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In what year did John Cook's company eventually sell to a Belgian company?
In what year did John Cook's company eventually sell to a Belgian company?
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What significant innovation did Pan Am introduce in the 1940s that improved air travel comfort?
What significant innovation did Pan Am introduce in the 1940s that improved air travel comfort?
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What characterized the commercial aviation industry during the 1950s and 1960s?
What characterized the commercial aviation industry during the 1950s and 1960s?
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Which airline was a pioneer in budget travel and what was a key strategy it used?
Which airline was a pioneer in budget travel and what was a key strategy it used?
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What major event in 2001 led to increased security measures in air travel?
What major event in 2001 led to increased security measures in air travel?
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What aircraft was introduced in the 1960s that revolutionized transatlantic travel?
What aircraft was introduced in the 1960s that revolutionized transatlantic travel?
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Which factor contributed to the reduction of airfares in the later years of commercial aviation?
Which factor contributed to the reduction of airfares in the later years of commercial aviation?
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What was one of the effects of the increasing demand for low-cost carriers around 2007?
What was one of the effects of the increasing demand for low-cost carriers around 2007?
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What operational change did Laker Airways implement to improve efficiency?
What operational change did Laker Airways implement to improve efficiency?
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How did traditional airlines respond to the emergence of budget airlines like Ryanair?
How did traditional airlines respond to the emergence of budget airlines like Ryanair?
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What key factor contributed to the rapid growth of passenger numbers post-2004?
What key factor contributed to the rapid growth of passenger numbers post-2004?
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What did airlines try to maintain despite the rise of budget carriers?
What did airlines try to maintain despite the rise of budget carriers?
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What was a prediction made by the International Air Transport Association prior to the pandemic?
What was a prediction made by the International Air Transport Association prior to the pandemic?
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What long-term impact did 9/11 have on cockpit security?
What long-term impact did 9/11 have on cockpit security?
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Which was a significant challenge for airlines during the pandemic?
Which was a significant challenge for airlines during the pandemic?
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What historical influences contributed to the development of modern resort hotels?
What historical influences contributed to the development of modern resort hotels?
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What key feature characterizes the business model of all-inclusive resorts?
What key feature characterizes the business model of all-inclusive resorts?
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How do all-inclusive resorts attempt to mitigate the holdup problem?
How do all-inclusive resorts attempt to mitigate the holdup problem?
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Where did the modern concept of all-inclusive resorts first emerge?
Where did the modern concept of all-inclusive resorts first emerge?
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What economic effect do proponents claim all-inclusive resorts have on local communities?
What economic effect do proponents claim all-inclusive resorts have on local communities?
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What distinguishes the business model of European airports from American airports?
What distinguishes the business model of European airports from American airports?
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What was a significant development in tourism during the 1930s?
What was a significant development in tourism during the 1930s?
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Which regions were the first to establish a culture of spa resorts?
Which regions were the first to establish a culture of spa resorts?
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What common misconception might critics of all-inclusive resorts have?
What common misconception might critics of all-inclusive resorts have?
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What type of economic model does the all-inclusive resort primarily rely on?
What type of economic model does the all-inclusive resort primarily rely on?
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Why do resorts prefer the all-inclusive model from a profitability perspective?
Why do resorts prefer the all-inclusive model from a profitability perspective?
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What aspect of the all-inclusive model contributes to increased customer goodwill?
What aspect of the all-inclusive model contributes to increased customer goodwill?
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What historical events in the 18th century influenced the interest in seaside living?
What historical events in the 18th century influenced the interest in seaside living?
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What is a potential criticism of the all-inclusive resort model regarding local culture?
What is a potential criticism of the all-inclusive resort model regarding local culture?
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What aspect of modern vacationing is characterized as kind of colonial?
What aspect of modern vacationing is characterized as kind of colonial?
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What percentage of revenue generated by resorts in the Caribbean stays in the local economy?
What percentage of revenue generated by resorts in the Caribbean stays in the local economy?
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Which country is known to have a gigantic resort business, attracting enormous visitor numbers?
Which country is known to have a gigantic resort business, attracting enormous visitor numbers?
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What was a traditionally common stereotype of cruise passengers before their popularity increased?
What was a traditionally common stereotype of cruise passengers before their popularity increased?
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What has helped the cruise industry keep costs low?
What has helped the cruise industry keep costs low?
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How has the advent of modern megaships impacted cruise efficiency?
How has the advent of modern megaships impacted cruise efficiency?
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Which aspect of the cruise experience generates significant revenue after boarding?
Which aspect of the cruise experience generates significant revenue after boarding?
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What made 'The Love Boat' influential for the cruise industry?
What made 'The Love Boat' influential for the cruise industry?
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What is one major consequence of the cruise industry’s growth?
What is one major consequence of the cruise industry’s growth?
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What is the projected passenger capacity of Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas?
What is the projected passenger capacity of Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas?
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How does the cruise industry's economic model compare to earlier models?
How does the cruise industry's economic model compare to earlier models?
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Which is attributed as a major attraction for modern cruisers?
Which is attributed as a major attraction for modern cruisers?
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What role do tax havens play in the cruise industry?
What role do tax havens play in the cruise industry?
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Which statement reflects a major economic critique of cruise tourism?
Which statement reflects a major economic critique of cruise tourism?
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What does the phrase 'economies of scale' refer to in the context of the cruise industry?
What does the phrase 'economies of scale' refer to in the context of the cruise industry?
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Study Notes
Tourism Through History
- Roman tourism: Enabled by Roman power and security, early tourism involved journeys to Southern Italy, Greece, Troy, Egypt, and even England, as well as spas and baths.
- Pilgrimages: Religious pilgrimages to sites like Mecca and the Vatican facilitated sightseeing and created businesses like inns and food provision.
- The Grand Tour: 17th-century English custom for young gentlemen to tour Europe for education and cultural enrichment, viewing art and architecture, and meeting leaders. Wealth was a prerequisite.
- Thomas Cook: Pioneer of organized group tours using railways in the 1840s and later trips to the Middle East and Paris. Introduced travelers checks. His company faced challenges during WW2 and eventually went bankrupt in 2019.
- Post-WWII travel: Air travel became more accessible after deregulation and the advent of discount carriers. New destinations became available after the end of the Cold War.
Global Economic Impact of Tourism
- 2019 Impact: Tourism accounted for 10.5% of global jobs (334 million jobs) & 10.4% of global GDP (10.3 trillion USD) in 2019. International visitor spending in 2019 reached 1.91 trillion US dollars.
- Future Projections: The World Travel and Tourism Council projects record-breaking contributions in 2024, potentially reaching 11.1 trillion USD.
Cruise Ships
- Origins: Passenger cruise ships, combining travel with attraction, originated with the Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company in 1844.
- Golden Age: Late 1800s-early 1900s saw the rise of large ships like the Mauretania and Lusitania marking the beginning of modern luxury cruise ship travel and passenger etiquette.
- Titanic: Marketed as "unsinkable," the Titanic, despite warnings, sank in 1912 resulting in a substantial death toll.
- Evolution: Post-Titanic, cruise ships adapted for passengers and developed into a floating hotel model offering various amenities.
- Pandemic Impact: The Covid-19 pandemic severely impacted cruise ships in 2020, with isolation and illness issues, and limited usage.
Commercial Aviation
- Early Flight: The first scheduled passenger air service ran between St. Petersburg & Tampa, Florida (1914), with the first flight piloted by Tony Jannus and carrying a passenger, Abram C. Pheil.
- Technological Advancements: Increased flying proficiency, plane manufacturing led to widespread commercial flights and the rise of airlines like KLM, Avianca, Qantas, Czech Airlines in the 1920s.
- Pressurized Cabins: WWII spurred the development of pressurized cabins on planes, making air travel more comfortable for transatlantic flights.
- Jet Age: The development and usage of jet engines improved speed and access, allowing for the 747's expansion.
- Post-9/11 Security Changes: The 9/11 attacks significantly altered airport security regulations.
- Post Pandemic: Air travel, though impacted, is predicted to recover and surpass pre-pandemic figures.
- Expanding Routes: Air travel became more extensive, reaching the West Coast of the US and trans-pacific flights by the 1930s and beyond.
- The Boeing 747's Impact: Planes like the 747 enabled airlines to make long-distance flights affordable.
All-Inclusive Resorts
- Historical Roots: The resort model's roots trace back to Roman seaside locations and spa cultures across Eurasia and Europe.
- Modern Resort Model: The emergence of the all-inclusive concept began in Britain in the 1930s and 1950s. Club Med was a notable pioneer.
- Business Model: The all-inclusive model mitigates the "holdup problem" by setting fixed prices for services and amenities to attract larger volumes of guests.
- Economic Impact on Communities: The model causes only a small portion of revenue to stay local, with the majority flowing back out. Critics argue this can negatively impact local economies.
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Explore the evolution of tourism from ancient times to the modern era. Discover key developments, such as the Roman era, pilgrimages, the Grand Tour, and the influence of figures like Thomas Cook. Understand the global economic impact of tourism in recent decades.
