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What is a primary factor that can lead to the failure of an advertisement?
What is a primary factor that can lead to the failure of an advertisement?
What characteristic of advertising language does Berlyne attribute to attracting consumer attention?
What characteristic of advertising language does Berlyne attribute to attracting consumer attention?
According to Leech, which linguistic device is specifically used to enhance memorability in advertisements?
According to Leech, which linguistic device is specifically used to enhance memorability in advertisements?
Why is it important for advertisements to 'play with, push, and extend the limits of language'?
Why is it important for advertisements to 'play with, push, and extend the limits of language'?
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What does a rhetorical device typically involve according to the provided context?
What does a rhetorical device typically involve according to the provided context?
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In what way is advertising often compared to literature and poetry?
In what way is advertising often compared to literature and poetry?
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What term refers to the research focus on language in advertising aimed at persuasion?
What term refers to the research focus on language in advertising aimed at persuasion?
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What is considered a significant challenge for advertisers when using language?
What is considered a significant challenge for advertisers when using language?
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What is the primary challenge in branding destinations compared to goods?
What is the primary challenge in branding destinations compared to goods?
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How is destination selection primarily influenced according to the content?
How is destination selection primarily influenced according to the content?
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What does the term 'Tourism Destination Image' (TDI) refer to?
What does the term 'Tourism Destination Image' (TDI) refer to?
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What role does visual imagery play in tourism advertising?
What role does visual imagery play in tourism advertising?
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According to the content, what is more important than the actual characteristics of a tourism product?
According to the content, what is more important than the actual characteristics of a tourism product?
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Which of the following scholars is NOT mentioned as having researched visual imagery in tourism advertising?
Which of the following scholars is NOT mentioned as having researched visual imagery in tourism advertising?
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What factor is stated to affect the perceptions that reader-tourists form?
What factor is stated to affect the perceptions that reader-tourists form?
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What does the statement 'perceptions, rather than reality, are what motivate consumers' imply about tourism?
What does the statement 'perceptions, rather than reality, are what motivate consumers' imply about tourism?
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What is generally lacking in the language of tourism according to the content?
What is generally lacking in the language of tourism according to the content?
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What role does translation play in tourism communication?
What role does translation play in tourism communication?
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Which of the following does the content mention as an aspect of the language of tourism?
Which of the following does the content mention as an aspect of the language of tourism?
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According to the content, how is the language of tourism expected to engage potential tourists?
According to the content, how is the language of tourism expected to engage potential tourists?
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What do the research findings highlight regarding the marketing of tourism?
What do the research findings highlight regarding the marketing of tourism?
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What is implied about previous research on tourism texts?
What is implied about previous research on tourism texts?
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Which aspect of tourism marketing is most critically analyzed in the context provided?
Which aspect of tourism marketing is most critically analyzed in the context provided?
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What do the references indicate about the nature of tourism language studies?
What do the references indicate about the nature of tourism language studies?
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What personal factors can influence a tourist's perception of a destination?
What personal factors can influence a tourist's perception of a destination?
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How does country of origin affect a tourist's experience?
How does country of origin affect a tourist's experience?
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What is the primary reason empathy with a destination is important for tourists?
What is the primary reason empathy with a destination is important for tourists?
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Which socio-demographic characteristic is identified as having the greatest influence on tourist perception according to Beerli and Martín?
Which socio-demographic characteristic is identified as having the greatest influence on tourist perception according to Beerli and Martín?
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What does Hofstede's definition of national culture imply about tourism?
What does Hofstede's definition of national culture imply about tourism?
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What type of activities might affect how a destination is perceived by individuals from different backgrounds?
What type of activities might affect how a destination is perceived by individuals from different backgrounds?
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What aspect does cross-linguistic research particularly seek to analyze regarding travel?
What aspect does cross-linguistic research particularly seek to analyze regarding travel?
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Why might a teenager and a retired person view the same potential tourist destination differently?
Why might a teenager and a retired person view the same potential tourist destination differently?
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What is a key characteristic of the language of tourism as described in the content?
What is a key characteristic of the language of tourism as described in the content?
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Which argument is presented against the notion of a specialized tourism discourse?
Which argument is presented against the notion of a specialized tourism discourse?
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What linguistic feature is typically absent in tourism texts compared to specialized discourse?
What linguistic feature is typically absent in tourism texts compared to specialized discourse?
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How do some scholars characterize the primary function of tourism language?
How do some scholars characterize the primary function of tourism language?
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What is the stance of Gotti regarding the linguistic features of tourism texts?
What is the stance of Gotti regarding the linguistic features of tourism texts?
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Which of the following best describes the author's view on the expertise of authors in tourism texts?
Which of the following best describes the author's view on the expertise of authors in tourism texts?
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How does the language of tourism compare to the language of advertising according to the content?
How does the language of tourism compare to the language of advertising according to the content?
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What is a common misconception about the accessibility of tourism texts?
What is a common misconception about the accessibility of tourism texts?
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What is the primary focus of Calvi's 2010 work on the discourse in tourism?
What is the primary focus of Calvi's 2010 work on the discourse in tourism?
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Which of the following studies discusses the relationship between destination image and behavioral intentions?
Which of the following studies discusses the relationship between destination image and behavioral intentions?
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What concept is emphasized in Chowdhury, Rafi et al.'s 2011 research regarding print ads?
What concept is emphasized in Chowdhury, Rafi et al.'s 2011 research regarding print ads?
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What aspect of advertising does the work of Christodoulides et al. (2011) primarily address?
What aspect of advertising does the work of Christodoulides et al. (2011) primarily address?
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What is a key theme explored in Chon, K.S.'s 1990 review on tourism?
What is a key theme explored in Chon, K.S.'s 1990 review on tourism?
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Which study analyzes the effectiveness of advertising message appeals in an emerging society?
Which study analyzes the effectiveness of advertising message appeals in an emerging society?
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What does Cook's 2001 work primarily explore?
What does Cook's 2001 work primarily explore?
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Which authors focused on how content accessibility and language affect bilingual advertising?
Which authors focused on how content accessibility and language affect bilingual advertising?
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Study Notes
Language of Tourism Promotion
- Tourism texts function as promotion, sharing characteristics with advertising.
- Studies of advertising, focusing on multimodality and digital humanities, are relevant to understanding tourism language.
- The main focus of the book is on official tourism websites and their language versions.
The Challenging Task of Advertising
- Advertising is a human activity, prevalent but elusive.
- Effective advertising aims to grab attention, raise awareness, and persuade consumers to favor the advertised product.
- Red Bull's 2012 stunt campaign exemplifies creativity and attention-grabbing strategies beyond conventional advertising.
- Advertising is a complex process involving multiple elements, including brand building.
Attention-Seeking Devices in Advertising
- Advertisements use a combination of music, images, and language as communication modes.
- Music in advertising can enhance purchase intent, brand attitude, and recall.
- Visual elements like imagery are culturally bound and subject to interpretation.
- Visuals such as beautiful scenery evoke positive associations with the brand.
Destination Promotion
- The tourism industry is a highly competitive and lucrative market.
- Destination branding is crucial and frequently utilises social media.
- Image or perception of a destination is crucial to success, over tangible characteristics.
Destination Image Formation
- Tourism Destination Image (TDI) is based on information sources and personal factors;
- Factors like the type of visitor and the information source affect TDI
- The goal of advertising is to promote an impression or perception, over the reality of a destination and its offerings.
- There is a relationship between what's perceived and the actual experience
- Visuals play a key role in creating and shaping the TDI
- Cultural differences heavily influence how a destination is perceived
- Tourism texts may influence cultural norms and preferences
Factors Affecting Tourism Destination Image
- Both 'pull' and 'push' factors influence TDI formation
- Information sources like brochures, TV ads, word-of-mouth, and online content contribute to TDI
- Cultural and socio-demographic factors of the individual affect the perception of a destination
- Important to consider the cultural background of potential visitors
Information Sources
- Tourists rely on both primary and secondary information sources when choosing a destination
- Primary sources are based on personal experience, whereas secondary sources come from promotional efforts
Functions of Tourism Texts
- Tourism texts serve both to inform and promote
- Informative and promotional functions are intertwined in tourism texts
- Texts aim to persuade visitors of the benefits of selecting a particular location, rather than simply providing information
- Tourism texts seek to create an image in the minds of potential visitors of a specific destination
Cross-Linguistic Differences in the Language of Tourism
- Tourism texts require adaptation through translation to appeal to a new audience.
- The assumption that culture-specific features can be encoded naturally in the target language is erroneous.
- Tourism texts are adapted to cater for their intended audience
- There is not a universal discourse or set of conventions related to tourism in all languages.
- Tourism texts convey aspects of the destination rather than simply describing the destination
Translation Errors in Tourism Translation
- Many tourism translations contain errors.
- Errors are often due to a failure in considering source/target cultural differences, as well as a lack of linguistic expertise by translators.
Semantic Equivalence in Tourism Translation
- Linguistic differences in tourism texts are often easy to identify
- Studies highlight that cultural specific terminologies are difficult and require nuance for a positive translation quality.
Translating Promotion
- Tourism texts, particularly official websites, are frequently used to persuade.
- Linguistic choices heavily affect promotional effectiveness
- Texts need to acknowledge cultural sensitivity and cater to target audience's preferences
Methodological Considerations for Tourism Translation Studies
- Qualitative and quantitative research methods have been used for examining tourism translation texts
- Qualitative research methods identify nuances in translation, whereas quantitative studies examine frequency counts and trends among examples
- Analysis must consider both qualitative and quantitative measures for a truly comprehensive understanding.
Taking Stock of Previous Studies
- Tourism translation research has made progress but requires broader scope
- Insufficient studies exist focusing on certain areas of research, language, and culture
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