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Questions and Answers
The first found in the Bible was the ______
The first found in the Bible was the ______
inn
America's first hotel was a seaport ______
America's first hotel was a seaport ______
inn
Coach service was established by innkeepers to attract ______
Coach service was established by innkeepers to attract ______
business
Resort hotels are for vacation ______
Resort hotels are for vacation ______
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Pensions are typically family ______
Pensions are typically family ______
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Study Notes
Types of Accommodations
- Inns originated from the Bible and were also known as America's first hotel
- Seaport inns catered to travelers and traders arriving by sea
- Coach service was established by innkeepers to attract more business
- Hotels began as 10-room boarding houses
- Resort hotels emerged to cater to vacation travelers
Family-Owned and Unique Accommodations
- Pensions are small, family-owned establishments
- Paradors are unique accommodations located in old castles
- Condominium hotels offer a combination of hotel services and apartments
Outdoor and Alternative Accommodations
- Campgrounds are often found in government parks and forests, and cater to RV owners
- Bed and breakfasts provide overnight lodging and morning meals
- Tourist inns cater to transients and travelers
- Apartment hotels offer semi-furnished apartments for guests
Luxury and Shared Accommodations
- Health spas focus on providing a relaxing and rejuvenating experience
- Private homes offer overnight lodging in a residential setting
- Time sharing is a modern, unique type of accommodation
- Hostels provide bunk beds and shared accommodations for budget-conscious travelers
Business Models in Accommodations
- Franchising involves a business model where a single person or company owns multiple properties
- Management contracts involve a landlord owning a property but not being involved in its management
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Test your knowledge on various types of accommodations such as inns, hotels, resorts, campgrounds, bed and breakfasts, and more. Learn about the differences between pension houses, condominium hotels, tourist inns, and other lodging options.