Understanding Tourism and Tour Guiding

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What is the core meaning of the word 'tour,' derived from its Latin and Greek roots?

  • To circle or move around a place (correct)
  • To explore natural environments
  • To travel to distant lands
  • To engage in planned cultural activities

According to the Philippine Department of Tourism, what is a key characteristic of a tour guide related to compensation?

  • They must always be available for tourists
  • They must receive payment in some form (correct)
  • They must have official governmental accreditation
  • They must be experts in the local language

What is the main focus of 'tour guiding' according to the World Federation of Tourist Guide Associations?

  • Maximizing customer spending
  • Interpreting the cultural and natural heritage of an area. (correct)
  • Offering discounted shopping opportunities
  • Providing basic transportation services.

How do employed tour guides differ from freelance tour guides in terms of earning?

<p>Employed guides are paid a regular wage, while freelance guides depend on client influx. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What best describes the primary motivation of Docile or Volunteer tour guides?

<p>To foster friendships and share cultural exchanges. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the core objective of a plant guide, in the context of their tour?

<p>To enhance the company’s public image. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What additional set of skills are needed by adventure guides?

<p>Skills related to guest safety during outdoor activities (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main area of focus for city guides?

<p>The city’s history, heritage and socioeconomic relevance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Besides a regular wage, what is another common source of income for tour guides?

<p>Tips or gifts from tourists. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is a specific role of a tour guide upon the arrival of participants?

<p>Greeting the participants and facilitating introductions. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

What is a tour?

A tour is an organized trip to a place for the purpose of seeing and learning about it.

Who is a Tour Guide?

A tour guide is a person who leads a group of tourists and provides them with information about the places they visit.

What is Tour Guiding?

Tour guiding is the profession of providing professional interpretations of cultural and natural heritage to tourists.

What is an Employed Guide?

Employed guides work for a company like a travel agency and receive a regular salary.

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What is a Freelance Guide?

Freelance guides are self-employed and earn income based on the tours they sell.

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What are Docile Guides?

Docile guides are volunteers often enthusiastic about sharing their knowledge and passion.

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What is a Plant Guide?

Plant guides provide tours of a company's manufacturing facility to promote public image.

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What is an Adventure Guide?

Adventure guides are experienced thrill-seekers who lead tourists in outdoor activities.

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What is a City Guide?

City guides specialize in a particular city, offering historical and cultural information.

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How do Tour Guides earn income?

Tour guides earn a regular wage from their employer or income from their tours, and may also receive tips.

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Study Notes

What is a Tour?

  • "Tour" originates from Latin and Greek words meaning "to circle around."
  • In tourism, a tour involves visiting a place to experience and learn about it firsthand.

Tour Guide Definition

  • A tour guide leads tourists through unfamiliar locations.
  • The Philippine Department of Tourism (1995) defines a tour guide as a person who guides tourists (domestic and foreign) for payment.

Tour Guiding

  • Tour guiding, according to the World Federation of Tourist Guide Associations (WFTGA), is providing professional services to interpret a location's cultural and natural heritage.

Types of Tour Guides

  • Employed Guides: Salaried employees of companies like travel agencies, museums, or government entities.
  • Freelance Guides: Self-employed, earning based on client volume.
  • Docile/Volunteer Guides: Primarily hobbyists (e.g., retirees, advocates) seeking non-monetary rewards (friendship, experience).
  • Plant Guides: Guide tours within company facilities to promote positive public image.
  • Adventure Guides: Specialists in specific activities (e.g., hiking, rock climbing), often focusing on guest safety.
  • City Guides: Specialists in a particular city/region, sharing local history and heritage.

Tour Guide Income

  • Regular Wage: For employed guides.
  • Tips/Monetary Gifts: From tourists.

Tour Guide Roles

  • Greet and welcome tour participants.
  • Introduce participants to each other.
  • Arrange accommodations and transportation.
  • Ensure participant comfort.
  • Arrange tours of local attractions, shops, restaurants, etc.
  • Highlight places of interest.
  • Present informative commentaries.
  • Educate tourists about the location's details.
  • Address issues (e.g., booking changes, lost items, illness).
  • Provide first aid if necessary.
  • Document and submit post-tour reports.

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