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Which factor primarily spurred the rise of common transportation carriers during the Early-Industrial Travel System Era?
Which factor primarily spurred the rise of common transportation carriers during the Early-Industrial Travel System Era?
- Government subsidies for transportation companies.
- Decreased interest in travel.
- A shift towards maritime trade routes exclusively.
- Increased wealth among people, allowing for more travel. (correct)
What distinguished the Mature-Railway System Era from previous travel eras?
What distinguished the Mature-Railway System Era from previous travel eras?
- Exclusive focus on cargo transportation rather than passenger travel.
- Decline in rail travel popularity due to safety concerns.
- Decreased travel options.
- Railways began promoting their services aggressively and expanding operations. (correct)
What characterized the Express-Travel System Era in transportation history?
What characterized the Express-Travel System Era in transportation history?
- Trains and other transport forms stopping only at major stations or terminals, increasing travel speed. (correct)
- Slower speed of travel.
- Transportation stops at every terminal.
- Decline in overall long-distance travel due to economic downturn.
What was a key characteristic of the Pre-Industrial Travel System Era?
What was a key characteristic of the Pre-Industrial Travel System Era?
How did the introduction of wide-bodied jets in the 1970s impact the Modern-Tourism Travel System Era?
How did the introduction of wide-bodied jets in the 1970s impact the Modern-Tourism Travel System Era?
What was the primary influence on travel patterns during the Post-Mobility Adjustment Era?
What was the primary influence on travel patterns during the Post-Mobility Adjustment Era?
In what way did railways distinguish themselves during the Mature-Railway System Era?
In what way did railways distinguish themselves during the Mature-Railway System Era?
During which travel era did privately owned automobiles begin to significantly influence transportation in North America and Europe?
During which travel era did privately owned automobiles begin to significantly influence transportation in North America and Europe?
How did changes in technology and innovation affect travel during the Early-Industrial Travel System Era?
How did changes in technology and innovation affect travel during the Early-Industrial Travel System Era?
What key factor defined the division between the Modern-Tourism Travel System Era and the Post-Mobility Adjustment Era?
What key factor defined the division between the Modern-Tourism Travel System Era and the Post-Mobility Adjustment Era?
How does the selection of transportation mode influence the tourist experience, as per the provided content?
How does the selection of transportation mode influence the tourist experience, as per the provided content?
What was Thomas Cook's main contribution to the travel industry during the Mature-Railway System Era?
What was Thomas Cook's main contribution to the travel industry during the Mature-Railway System Era?
How did car ownership trends impact travel during the Modern-Tourism Travel System Era?
How did car ownership trends impact travel during the Modern-Tourism Travel System Era?
In the context of tourism and travel, what significant role does air transportation play?
In the context of tourism and travel, what significant role does air transportation play?
Which statement accurately reflects the evolution of railways' role from the Early-Industrial to the Mature-Railway System Era?
Which statement accurately reflects the evolution of railways' role from the Early-Industrial to the Mature-Railway System Era?
During the Automobile-Based Travel System Era, what development significantly enhanced automotive travel?
During the Automobile-Based Travel System Era, what development significantly enhanced automotive travel?
How did the energy crisis influence travel patterns during the Post-Mobility Adjustment Era?
How did the energy crisis influence travel patterns during the Post-Mobility Adjustment Era?
How did access to travel and transportation options differ between the Pre-Industrial and Early-Industrial Travel System Eras?
How did access to travel and transportation options differ between the Pre-Industrial and Early-Industrial Travel System Eras?
What role did marketing approaches play in expanding tourism during the Modern-Tourism Travel System Era?
What role did marketing approaches play in expanding tourism during the Modern-Tourism Travel System Era?
What was the main impact of the oil embargo during the Post-Mobility Adjustment Era on global travel patterns?
What was the main impact of the oil embargo during the Post-Mobility Adjustment Era on global travel patterns?
Flashcards
Pre-Industrial Travel Era
Pre-Industrial Travel Era
Before widespread industrialization, few common carriers existed, and travel was limited to those with means.
Early-Industrial Travel Era
Early-Industrial Travel Era
Road improvements, such as railways and canals, spurred by innovation and technology, increased travel accessibility.
Mature-Railway System Era
Mature-Railway System Era
Characterized by the expansion of railways and related services, such as hotels, led by innovators like Thomas Cook.
Express-Travel System Era
Express-Travel System Era
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Automobile-Based Travel Era
Automobile-Based Travel Era
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Modern-Tourism Travel Era
Modern-Tourism Travel Era
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Post-Mobility Adjustment Era
Post-Mobility Adjustment Era
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Transportation as Attraction
Transportation as Attraction
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Impact of Air Transportation
Impact of Air Transportation
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Study Notes
- The rapid development of transportation and technological innovation enable tourists to reach destinations.
- Transportation is integral to the tourism and hospitality industry
Transportation and Travel Evolution
- Transportation and travel have changed, evolving through different eras
Pre-Industrial Travel System Era
- Occurred before widespread industrialization in Europe and North America
- There were few common carriers and almost no regularly scheduled transportation services
- Travelers arranged travel with suppliers because only a few people had money to travel
Early-Industrial Travel System Era
- Road improvements such as railways, canals, and steamship services came about due to innovation and transportation technology advances
- Travel increased
- Common carriers began offering regularly scheduled transportation services
Mature-Railway System Era
- Thomas Cook, began his company's activities in the United Kingdom in 1840
- More people traveled than before
- Railways marketed their services more aggressively, and tour companies were formed
- Railways expanded their operations by running hotels and providing travel-related services
Express-Travel System Era
- Trains and other forms of transportation did not stop at every station or terminal but only at the major ones
- Speed of travel increased and encouraged more travel
Automobile-Based Travel System Era
- The influence of the privately-owned automobile to travel
- Enhanced in North America and Europe from the 1920s onward
- Motorways, interstate highways, and other trunk highways were developed from 1920 to 1974
- The automobile was predominant over other travel modes from 1920 to 1945
Modern-Tourism Travel System Era
- The period from 1945 to 1974
- Car ownership continued to multiply at the expense of of long-distance rail travel
- Mass air travel was another post-World War II occurrence
- The introduction of wide-bodied jets in 1970 greatly increased air travel
- Mass tourism philosophy and marketing approaches arose in the 1950s to 1960s
Post-Mobility Adjustment Era
- Began in 1973 to 1974 due to the oil embargo generated by OPEC and increased fuel prices
- The energy crisis changed travel patterns
- Travelers continue to look for alternative, group-oriented modes of transportation
Selection of Transportation Mode
- Transportation enriches a tourist's travel experience, depending on the mode of transport and frequency of use
- Transportation can be a tourist attraction, such as:
- Cruising
- Orient express trains
- Boat trips
Air Transportation
- Air travel is an important mode of transportation in tourism
- Air travel has changed people's perceptions of time and distance
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