Travel and Tour Package Components

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What are the basic travel components necessary for a tour package?

Transportation, meal plans, accommodations, sightseeing tours, tour coordinator services (correct)

Transportation, meal plans, sightseeing tours

Transportation, accommodations, sightseeing tours, tour guide services

Meal plans, transportation, leisure activities

Which transportation type refers specifically to the movement of cargo?

Postal services

Passenger passage

Parcel

Freight (correct)

Scheduled air services are characterized by what feature?

Flexible departure times depending on customer needs

Flights that are only available during peak seasons

Private charters for individual clientele

Services provided on a fixed time and frequency basis (correct)

What distinguishes low-cost carriers from legacy carriers in air transportation?

Low-cost carriers operate trunk routes and secondary destinations Signup and view all the answers

What type of service do air taxis and charter operators provide?

Private charter flights with varying aircraft configurations Signup and view all the answers

Meal plans in a tour package can sometimes be included in which of the following?

Accommodations Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common factor included in a tour package?

Personal shopping assistance Signup and view all the answers

What should the title of a tour package primarily highlight?

The destination of the tour Signup and view all the answers

Which category of air transportation includes companies that operate regular flight schedules?

Legacy carriers Signup and view all the answers

Which component should be checked for possible restrictions on travel dates?

Blackout dates Signup and view all the answers

What does 'pax account' refer to in tour package inclusions?

A separate payment made by the customer Signup and view all the answers

When determining tour package costing, what factor must be checked?

The maximum number of customers accommodated Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary to ensure a tour package remains competitive?

Checking competitor pricing Signup and view all the answers

What is usually included in the tour package's 'inclusions'?

Services arranged with suppliers Signup and view all the answers

How is the duration of a tour package typically expressed?

As the number of nights and days Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of the tour package needs to be included at the end of the proposal?

The travel agency's logo and contact details Signup and view all the answers

How does the number of nights in a package get calculated when crossing the international dateline?

It remains the same as the number of days. Signup and view all the answers

What classification describes a property that is upscale in all areas and offers extensive facilities?

Four star Signup and view all the answers

Which type of travel class offers the narrowest seats and smallest legroom?

Economy Class Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of stars given to a luxury and sophisticated property?

Five stars Signup and view all the answers

Which accommodation category is primarily designed for budget-minded travelers?

One star Signup and view all the answers

What additional feature distinguishes Premium Economy Class from Economy Class?

Wider seats and more legroom Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'mode of transportation' refer to in the context of travel packages?

The means of travel such as air, sea, or land. Signup and view all the answers

Which star category offers an excellent level of accommodation with spacious public areas?

Three star Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the five A's of tourism?

Affordability Signup and view all the answers

What should a tour package be tailored to primarily consider?

The profile and budget of the clients Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the five A's of tourism refers to the services and comforts available to clients?

Amenities Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of the five A's focuses on the experiences clients can have during the tour?

Activities Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of researching the profile of clients in tour package marketing?

To design tailored packages that suit client needs Signup and view all the answers

Which class of air travel is considered the most luxurious and expensive?

First Class Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary feature of a Suite on a cruise ship?

Most luxurious option Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes an Oceanview cabin from an Interior cabin on a cruise ship?

Presence of a window or porthole Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following types of buses has fewer stops and typically more amenities?

Air-conditioned bus Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic is typical of an Ordinary bus compared to an Air-conditioned bus?

It has more stops Signup and view all the answers

In rail transport, what does the term 'rail' refer to?

Trains that travel by rail Signup and view all the answers

What does a Balcony cabin provide that an Oceanview cabin does not?

Private outdoor space Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements accurately describes car rental services?

Rentals are typically for short timeframes Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Basic Travel Components of a Tour Package

A tour package is created by combining two or more basic travel components.
These components include transportation, meal plans (sometimes included in accommodations), accommodations, sightseeing tours, tour coordinator services, and tour guide services.
Meal plans may be incorporated into accommodations, especially in hotels, resorts, or apartment hotels.

Transportation Types

Air transportation includes both Scheduled Air Services and Air Taxis and Charter Operators.
- Scheduled Air Services include legacy carriers such as Philippine Airlines (PAL) and low-cost carriers such as Cebu Pacific, Air Philippines, and AirAsia (Philippines).
- Air Taxis and Charter Operators operate aircraft for private charters.
Sea transportation includes all water transportation operators, including saltwater and freshwater services.

Creating a Tour Package

Title/Name: Should highlight the destination. Example: Ilocos getaway package
Duration: States the number of days and nights. Example: three (3) days/two (2) nights.
Travel Dates: Consider the existence of blackout dates, where rewards, discounts, and promotions are not available. These often occur during major holidays or peak travel seasons.
Tour Package Inclusions: Matches the travel needs of target customers with arranged services from suppliers or business partners. "Pax account" means the service is paid separately by the customer.
Tour Package Costing: Determines the overall cost of arranged services and the maximum number of customers.
Competitive Pricing: Evaluates competitor tour packages. The tour package should remain competitive and consider elements such as total revenue or commission, entrance fees, government taxes, guide fees, and meals and accommodation of the driver.
Contact Details and Branding: Includes a company logo and contact details, making it easier for customers to remember the company and reach out with inquiries.

Tour Package Variables

Duration: Generally, three (3) days equals two (2) nights. However, packages crossing the international dateline or having overnight flights may have the same number of days and nights.
Destination: Packages can cover single or multiple destinations.
Category of Accommodations:
- One star: Budget-friendly, limited facilities and services.
- Two star: Offers more amenities than basic accommodation.
- Three star: Excellent accommodation, spacious public areas, higher quality facilities, and more services.
- Four star: Upscale properties with refined accommodation, stylish design, responsive service, and extensive facilities.
- Five star: Luxurious and sophisticated, world-class facilities, and exceptional service exceeding guest expectations.
Mode and Class of Transportation:
- Air Travel (Airline):
  - Economy Class: Narrowest seats, smallest legroom.
  - Premium Economy Class: Wider seats, more legroom than economy, cheaper than business or first class.
  - Business Class: Wider seats than premium economy, reclining to flat beds.
  - First Class: Most luxurious and expensive.
- Sea Travel (Cruise Line):
  - Inside/Interior cabin: Similar to economy class in air travel, intended for short stays.
  - Oceanview cabin: Improved interior cabin, offering a window or porthole view.
  - Balcony cabin: Spacious cabin with a living area and balcony view.
  - Suite: Considered "first class" in cruise ships, the most luxurious among sea travel cabins.
- Land Travel:
  - Air-conditioned bus: Centralized air conditioning, public restrooms (on some), fewer stops.
  - Ordinary bus: Open windows, more stops.
  - Rail transport: Travel by rail.
  - Car rental: Private cars rented for short periods.

Marketing a Tour Package

Conduct research on the profiles of both clients and potential clients.
Tailor-fit the tour package to the profile and budget of the clients.
Ensure the package fulfills the five As of tourism:
- Accommodation
- Attractions
- Activities
- Amenities
- Accessibility

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Explore the essential components of a tour package in this quiz. Learn about transportation types, meal plans, accommodations, and additional services that make travel enjoyable. Test your knowledge on how these elements come together to create a memorable travel experience.