Tourism Transport Factors PDF

WEEK 3: Multipurpose Tourist Transport According to Dileep, (2019), the several factors that set This type of tourist transport includes motorhomes, RV tourist transport apart from other passenger transport trailers, campervans, and "rot...

WEEK 3: Multipurpose Tourist Transport According to Dileep, (2019), the several factors that set This type of tourist transport includes motorhomes, RV tourist transport apart from other passenger transport trailers, campervans, and "rotels." Ex: sleeper bus sectors are the following: Seasonality (peak season, FACTORS INFLUENCING TOURISM high season, low season, lean season) TRANSPORT SELECTION Price Elasticity 1. Distance 7. Convenience Highly Capital-Intensive 2.Schedule 8. Unique Experience CATEGORIES OF TOURISM TRANSPORT 3.Frequency 9. Route Independent means of travel Refers to tourists who 4.Availability 10. Cost individually book their trips usually by land transport through private car rentals. It also counts bookings made 5.Speed 11. Status and Prestige by an individual on any of the mass transportation such as rail, ferries, cruises, and scheduled flights. 6. Safety and Security Mass travel is an organized group tour, this particular Distance category uses chartered coaches and flights for a specific This is one of the major considerations in choosing the purpose. best available mode of transportation. Location of the TYPES OF TOURISM TRANSPORT destination influence the tourist choice in selecting a transport service. General Passenger Transport Schedule This refer to the transport departure and arrival This type of transport is mainly for the general traveler time at the destination. It is practical for tourist to choose and not just specifically designed to meet the needs of a transport service with a schedule that best fits their the tourists. In most cases, tourists from other countries itinerary. rely on this type of transport to get to their desired destination, like taking scheduled air transport. Frequency Tourists often look for transportation with higher frequency because this gives them the Dedicated Tourist Transport convenience of not waiting too long for the next available departure. This type of transport is frequently included in tour package. Commonly used are coaches that are chartered Availability Tourist transport availability provides for a particular purpose travelers an opportunity to choose. It will give tourists a chance which best to utilize according to their needs. Experiential Tourist Transport Speed becomes on of the most essential considerations This transport service creates an extraordinary tourist in choosing transportation. The quicker the tourist arrive experience. Ex: kalesa at the destination means that they will have more time to Luxury Tourist Transport enjoy the place. This type of tourist transport is designed to offer high- Safety & Security Passenger would certainly not quality service and a comfortable trave experience. compromise their safety and security while travelling. Tourists who often take this type of transport are more Convenience A hassle-free vacation is the most sought- like those who seek comfort while traveling. after experience for a tourist. Transport services offering Recreational Transport convenience to passengers are frequently selected. This type of transport attracts tourists who are seeking a Unique Experience Tourists are oftentimes enticed to non-traditional and fun transport experience. Ex: Hop choose tourist transport services that create an On-Hop Off Tours & Bambike Ecotours exceptional travel opportunity. Route This is another factor that influences tourist decision in selecting the best transport to use. Other considerations Cost The fare or cost of transport service generally affects the decision of the tourist in choosing which service to avail of Status & Prestige – Transport service are sometimes influential in deciding. This is due to the increased status and prestige given to the passenger availing of the service.