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What does domestic tourism involve?
What does domestic tourism involve?
- Non-residents visiting a country.
- People traveling to different countries on vacation.
- Residents traveling within their own country. (correct)
- Tourists traveling for international conventions.
Which of the following best describes the hospitality industry?
Which of the following best describes the hospitality industry?
- Organizations providing transportation services to travelers.
- Entities that offer travel, food, and entertainment to tourists. (correct)
- Only restaurants and bars serving local beverages.
- Businesses solely focused on lodging and accommodations.
What is the main focus of hospitality management?
What is the main focus of hospitality management?
- Organizing leisure activities for travelers.
- Direct interaction with guests.
- Planning and controlling resources in the hospitality sector. (correct)
- Providing food and beverages only.
Inbound tourism is best defined as?
Inbound tourism is best defined as?
What role does the 'Front of the House' serve in hospitality?
What role does the 'Front of the House' serve in hospitality?
What characterizes outbound tourism?
What characterizes outbound tourism?
Which of the following statements about the 'Back of the House' is true?
Which of the following statements about the 'Back of the House' is true?
What does the Latin word 'hospes' relate to in the context of hospitality?
What does the Latin word 'hospes' relate to in the context of hospitality?
What is the primary purpose of computerized reservation systems (CSR) and global distribution systems (GDS)?
What is the primary purpose of computerized reservation systems (CSR) and global distribution systems (GDS)?
How does purchasing an airline ticket differ from buying material goods?
How does purchasing an airline ticket differ from buying material goods?
Which factor most directly influences pricing strategies in the tourism industry?
Which factor most directly influences pricing strategies in the tourism industry?
What is meant by the term 'seasonality' in the context of tourism?
What is meant by the term 'seasonality' in the context of tourism?
What is a key characteristic of a tourism product?
What is a key characteristic of a tourism product?
What might be a consequence of seasonality in tourist destinations?
What might be a consequence of seasonality in tourist destinations?
Why might hotels offer off-season discounts?
Why might hotels offer off-season discounts?
What type of technology helps reduce errors in airfares and ticketing?
What type of technology helps reduce errors in airfares and ticketing?
What are push factors in relation to travel?
What are push factors in relation to travel?
Which of the following is an example of a pull factor?
Which of the following is an example of a pull factor?
Which category does 'facilities factor' belong to?
Which category does 'facilities factor' belong to?
How does the tourism industry contribute to the economy?
How does the tourism industry contribute to the economy?
What is included in the core attractions factor?
What is included in the core attractions factor?
Which factor is NOT a push factor for traveling?
Which factor is NOT a push factor for traveling?
Which of the following is considered a landscape feature factor?
Which of the following is considered a landscape feature factor?
What is the primary role of the tourism and hospitality industry?
What is the primary role of the tourism and hospitality industry?
What is the income generated by government taxation and fees referred to as?
What is the income generated by government taxation and fees referred to as?
How does tourism contribute to job creation?
How does tourism contribute to job creation?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of tourism related to infrastructure development?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of tourism related to infrastructure development?
What role does tourism play in cultural exchange?
What role does tourism play in cultural exchange?
How does tourism support environmental preservation?
How does tourism support environmental preservation?
What type of educational experiences does tourism include?
What type of educational experiences does tourism include?
Which aspect of tourism contributes to knowledge transfer between tourists and locals?
Which aspect of tourism contributes to knowledge transfer between tourists and locals?
What is one of the main purposes of the environmental preservation laws laid down by organizations like PATA?
What is one of the main purposes of the environmental preservation laws laid down by organizations like PATA?
What distinguishes a tourist from an excursionist?
What distinguishes a tourist from an excursionist?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of tourism products?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of tourism products?
Which factor primarily contributes to the seasonality of tourism?
Which factor primarily contributes to the seasonality of tourism?
What is meant by the term 'perishability' in relation to tourism products?
What is meant by the term 'perishability' in relation to tourism products?
What role does travel motivation play in tourism?
What role does travel motivation play in tourism?
In the context of tourism, which of the following terms refers to the economic effects of tourism on local areas?
In the context of tourism, which of the following terms refers to the economic effects of tourism on local areas?
Which of the following is a significant environmental impact associated with tourism?
Which of the following is a significant environmental impact associated with tourism?
What is a key difference between domestic and international tourism?
What is a key difference between domestic and international tourism?
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Study Notes
Travel and Tourism Definitions
- Travel: Movement of people or objects using modes like airplanes, boats, and trains from one location to another.
- Trip: Travel duration from departure until returning home, including visits to various places.
- Hospitality: Providing food, beverages, and lodging to travelers, derived from the Latin word "hospes" meaning both host and guest.
- Hospitality Management: Involves planning and controlling resources in lodging, restaurant, travel, tourism, and events industries.
- Hospitality Industry: Comprises businesses offering accommodation, food, travel, and entertainment to travelers.
- Front of the House: Departments interacting directly with guests, including front office and food services.
- Back of the House: Departments functioning behind the scenes, such as housekeeping and finance.
Forms of Tourism
- Domestic Tourism: Residents traveling within their own country, e.g., a Filipino visiting Puerto Princesa.
- Inbound Tourism: Non-residents visiting a country, e.g., a Korean artist coming to perform in the Philippines.
- Outbound Tourism: Residents traveling outside their country, e.g., a Filipina visiting Japan.
- International Tourism: Combination of inbound and outbound tourism.
Technology in Tourism
- Computerized Reservation System (CSR): Minimizes human error and provides comprehensive travel details.
- Global Distribution System (GDS): Displays travel options and prices, reducing booking errors.
Nature of Tourism Products
- Absence of Ownership: Tourists purchase rights to benefits (e.g., hotel stay) without owning the property.
- Manufactured by Many Producers: Tourism products require collaboration from multiple sectors, such as travel agents coordinating services.
- Seasonality: Predictable changes in tourism activity based on seasons; pricing strategies adjust accordingly for peak and off-peak seasons.
Travel Motivation
- Push Factors: Initiate the desire to travel, including self-exploration, relaxation, and cultural experiences.
- Pull Factors: Attract individuals towards destinations, categorized into:
- Facilities Factor: Tourism resources like food, beverage, and accommodation.
- Core Attractions Factor: Activities and entertainment available at a destination.
- Landscape Features Factor: Natural features attracting tourists, such as beaches and mountains.
Importance of the Tourism and Hospitality Industry
- Economic Progress: Generates foreign currency and supports a country's economy through tourism.
- Source of Income: Provides public income through taxation and private income through sales to tourists.
- Development of Infrastructure: Promotes improvements in transportation and tourist facilities.
- Societal Progress: Fosters cultural exchange, tolerance, and understanding among communities.
- Cultural Heritage: Promotes awareness of local culture and skills among tourists and locals alike.
- Educational Significance: Facilitates educational trips and exchanges, enhancing knowledge of host countries.
- Environmental Preservation: Supports conservation efforts and raises awareness of environmental values through tourism initiatives.
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