30 Questions
What motivates tourists to know about a country's educational system?
The campuses of colleges and universities
Which aspect of a country's culture do books, magazines, and newspapers significantly express?
Literature & language
What is a motivation for travel related to religion mentioned in the text?
Historical pilgrimages
Which type of centers are motivating for individuals interested in political science and government?
Centers of government
What aspect of a country's culture is highlighted through its native food and drinks?
Literature & language
Why are history resources and museums important for the success of tourism?
To reveal cultural heritage
What does the social nature of travel tourism aim to foster?
Mutual trust and respect for one another
According to Pope John Paul II, what analogy does he use to describe the world due to tourism?
Global village
In sociological terms, tourism involves social relations between people who would not normally meet, which includes:
The confrontation of different cultures
What is one aspect of tourists' behavior mentioned in the text?
Being released from social and economic constraints
What determines the likelihood of conflict between host population and tourists, according to the text?
Similarity in standards of living and tourists' adaptation to local norms
How can tourism help in fostering new bonds of fraternity, based on the text?
Overcoming real prejudices
What type of recreational activities do younger people tend to prefer compared to older people, based on the text?
Active recreational activities
In terms of travel preferences, what do older tourists tend to prefer compared to younger tourists?
Farther destinations
How does income level affect the duration of stay for tourists?
Higher income tourists stay longer
What type of activities do better-educated travelers prefer according to the text?
Activities requiring intellectual skills
How does the presence of children in the family affect travel?
Limits travel
Which socioeconomic variable has the greatest influence on travel according to the text?
Income level
What is the main difference between the past and present preferences of tourists?
In the past, tourists preferred fixed itineraries, while now tourists seek personal autonomy.
What do the new generation of tourists prioritize when on holiday?
What to wear and how to behave
What characterizes social tourism?
It involves government intervention to achieve social goals.
Why was it important for many European countries to pass laws related to paid holidays in the late 1930s?
To ensure that workers had legal rights to leisure travel.
What motivated tourists in the past to choose traditional holiday options?
To adhere to a pre-set schedule and conform to societal norms.
Which factor distinguishes the new generation of tourists from their predecessors regarding holiday preferences?
Lack of concern about behavior and attire
What are some of the cultural factors in tourism that appeal to tourists?
Art, music, dance, handicraft, industry, business, agriculture, education
Which category in the text is described as including live theater, music, and dance?
Art
What type of items should be manufactured in the country where tourists make a purchase to satisfy them?
Gifts and souvenirs
Which aspect of a country's culture might be interesting to a large segment of tourists?
Dairy undertakings
Which of the following is NOT considered a type of farming mentioned in the text?
Tourism
According to Louis D'Amore, what is a potentially powerful force for improved relations among people and nations?
Daily person-to-person encounters
Study Notes
Cultural Factors with Tourist Appeal
- Art, music, dance, handicraft, industry and business, agriculture, education, literature and language, science, government, religion, food and drink, and history are cultural factors that appeal greatly to tourists.
Art
- Includes performing arts (live theater, music, and dance) and fine arts (painting, sculpture, graphic arts, and architecture)
Music & Dance
- Music is a major source of enjoyment and satisfaction to tourists in several countries
Handicraft
- Gifts and souvenirs for sale should be manufactured in the country where the purchase is made to satisfy tourists
Industry & Business
- Most travelers, particularly international travelers, are curious about the country's industry
Agriculture
- Dairy undertakings, fresh fruits and vegetables, crops, poultry, and livestock are types of farming which are important elements of culture
Science
- Tourists are interested to know the scientific activities of a country, especially those in technical industries, education, or scientific research
Government
- Countries differ in their systems of government, and visits to centers of government are motivating to individuals interested in political science and government
Religion
- The religious pilgrimage is another motivation for travel, and the most popular among Muslim's is the pilgrimage of Mecca
Food & Drink
- Food and drink is an important part of the culture of a country, and tourists usually enjoy native food, especially those which are local or ethnic in nature
History
- The history resources of a country reveal its cultural heritage, and the preservation of history and the quality and management of museums are very important for the success of tourism
Travel Motivation
- Travelers are motivated to visit a place because of its cultural differences, and as they gain more experience in traveling, they want to go to a new environment to see customs and cultures different from their own
Evolution of Tourism
- In the past, tourists joined package tours with fixed itineraries, but now, tourists prefer to acquire a sense of personal autonomy regarding their leisure time
- There is a shift from traditional conformity to a more relaxed and casual way of traveling
Social Tourism
- Social tourism is a subsidized system of travel through the intervention of the government, employer, or labor union to achieve social goals and purposes
Sociology of Tourism
- Tourism involves social relations between people who would not normally meet and the confrontation of different cultures, ethnic groups, lifestyles, languages, and levels of prosperity
Sociological Effects of Tourism
- Tourism can facilitate more authentic and social relationships between individuals and help overcome real prejudices and foster new bonds of fraternity
- Conflict may occur between host and guest depending on the similarity in their standards of living, the number of tourists at any time, and the extent to which the tourists adapt to local norms
Socioeconomic Variables and Their Effects on Travel
Age
- Younger people tend to select more active recreational activities than older people
- The elderly prefer more passive forms of recreation
Income and Social Status
- Rich persons and those with higher social status travel more than those with lower income and social class status
- Higher income tourists stay longer and spend more per day than those with lower income
Education
- There is a strong correlation between education and travel
- The more educated the travelers are, the more sophisticated their tastes are
Life Stages of the Family
- The presence of children in the family limits travel, and more leisure time is spent at home
Test your knowledge on the correlation between travel and education, exploring how educational systems and literary achievements influence travel motivation. Dive into how tourists are attracted to campuses, books, and scientific developments of different countries.
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