Types of Tourism and Their Characteristics

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What is the main focus of pilgrimage?

Participating in adventure activities

Exploring historical artifacts

Learning about different cultures

Visiting sacred places or shrines (correct)

Which form of tourism involves organized learning activities for students not actively seeking a degree?

Music Tourism

Event Tourism

Heritage Tourism

Educational Tourism (correct)

What is the key feature of Aboriginal Tourism?

Visiting ancient ruins

Attending music festivals

Interacting with native communities (correct)

Exploring urban areas

Which tourism category encompasses activities like ceremonies, concerts, and sport events?

Event Tourism (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does Heritage Tourism primarily aim to showcase?

Authentic representation of past stories and people (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which tourism niche targets gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender individuals?

LGBT Tourism (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of agritourism?

Visiting a working farm for enjoyment or education (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of tourism involves exposure to various forms of art like paintings and sculptures?

Art Tourism (A) Signup and view all the answers

Where do tourists travel to in Atomic Tourism?

Significant sites of atomic history (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a unique aspect of a cruise as a form of tourism?

The ship provides transportation and accommodation (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the alternative form of cultural tourism that promotes historical-archaeology and the conservation of historical sites?

Archaeotourism (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which holiday destination is NOT listed as a good spot for cruises in the provided text?

Thailand (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of ecotourism?

Visiting undisturbed natural areas (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of tourism combines sailing and boating with vacationing and travel?

Nautical Tourism (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of poverty tourism or poorism?

Observing people living in poverty (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of shopping tourism?

Shopping in various locations (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key feature of war tourism?

Traveling to war zones (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of tourism is dedicated to gambling activities?

Gaming Tourism (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of Cultural or Heritage Tourism?

Local population and host community's heritage and traditions (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of tourism involves travel to observe a country's native people without a scientific intent?

Ethnic or Ethno Tourism (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is Disaster Tourism characterized by?

Traveling to dangerous places affected by floods or volcanic eruptions (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of tourism involves activities like mountaineering, bungee jumping, and rafting?

Extreme Tourism (D) Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes Domestic Tourism?

Traveling within the boundaries of one's own country and staying overnight (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Festival Tourism?

Showcasing spirituality, creativity, and hospitality through festivals (C) Signup and view all the answers