Trade Terms Quiz: Travel Industry Definitions

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What is an Ad Hoc Tour Package?

Baggage carried on the same craft as a passenger

A tour put together according to the specifications of a client (correct)

A tour program for which a marketing tool has been printed or prepared

Rooms available for occupancy by guests

What is Accompanied Baggage?

Baggage carried on the same craft as a passenger (correct)

Rooms available for occupancy by guests

Two or more bedrooms next to one another but not connected by a common door

A document compromising all flight and other coupons

What is Arrival Transfer?

Space or services ready for sale, reservations, or commitment to a customer

An employee of a travel agency who assists arriving guests

The change of details on a confirmed reservation

A trip from a destination gateway to a place of lodging (correct)

What is an Airport Representative?

An employee of a travel agency who assists arriving guests Signup and view all the answers

What is an Airline Code used for?

The two alphanumeric abbreviations of air carriers used by travel agents and tour operators Signup and view all the answers

What does Availability refer to?

Space or services ready for sale, reservations, or commitment to a customer Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'Back of the house' in the context of lodging establishments?

Areas where guests do not normally come into direct contact Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'Booking Card' in the travel context?

A document prepared by a travel counsellor containing travel information Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Bump off' mean in the travel industry?

To off-load passengers from a flight or trip Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'Business Class' in the context of travel?

All travel by a class superior to economy but lower than first class service Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Carrying Capacity' refer to in a tourist facility?

The maximum number of travelers that can be accommodated at any given time Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'Cancellation Charge' in the context of travel reservations?

A fee collected for failing to collect reserved space Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Charter' mean in the context of travel?

A contract for the exclusive use of transportation equipment on specific dates or itinerary Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'Check-in Time' in the context of hotels?

The time when a guest may occupy the room after arriving at the hotel Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'Conducted Tour' in the context of travel?

A tour accompanied by a tour escort throughout Signup and view all the answers

'Conjunction Ticket' refers to:

'Two or more air tickets concurrently issued which together constitute a single contract' Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Travel Industry Terminology

Ad Hoc Tour Package: A customized tour package created for a specific group or individual, often with unique requirements or requests.
Accompanied Baggage: Luggage that is checked in and accompanies a passenger on the same flight.
Arrival Transfer: A transportation service provided to transfer passengers from the airport to their accommodation or destination.
Airport Representative: A person or staff responsible for assisting passengers with flight-related issues, such as check-in, baggage claims, and boarding at the airport.
Airline Code: A unique identifier used to identify an airline, its flights, and services.
Availability: The number of rooms, seats, or spaces available for booking or reservation in a travel-related service or facility.
Back of the House: The areas of a lodging establishment, such as a hotel, that are not accessible to guests, including staff-only areas, kitchens, and maintenance areas.
Booking Card: A document or record used to confirm and detail a travel reservation, including passenger information and travel arrangements.
Bump off: A situation where a passenger is denied boarding or removed from a flight due to overbooking or other reasons.
Business Class: A higher level of service and amenities offered on an airline, typically including more comfortable seating, priority check-in, and upgraded in-flight services.
Carrying Capacity: The maximum number of passengers or guests that a tourist facility, such as a hotel or attraction, can accommodate.
Cancellation Charge: A fee or penalty imposed on a passenger for cancelling a travel reservation or booking.
Charter: A private or customized travel arrangement, often for a group or tour, where a carrier or service provider is hired exclusively for the trip.
Check-in Time: The designated time when guests can officially check-in and occupy their rooms at a hotel.
Conducted Tour: A guided tour where a tour leader or guide accompanies the group and provides commentary and assistance throughout the trip.
Conjunction Ticket: A type of ticket that combines two or more separate flights or travel segments into a single ticket, often for connecting or multi-city travel.

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Test your knowledge of travel trade terms with this quiz. From ad hoc tour packages to air tickets, this quiz covers various terms related to the travel and tourism industry.