Tourism KQ2

Which is the more popular form of tourism?

• Domestic

• International

What are the defining characteristics of mass tourism?

• Package tours

• Many people visiting a particular place together

• Online bookings

• Visiting national parks

What are contributing factors that led to rise of mass tourism?

• Affluence

• Better information over the internet

• Leisure time

• Bigger families

Which of the following do NOT apply to niche tourism?

• Special interest tourism based on a particular area, interest or activity.

• Tourism done in package tours

• Tourism by independent travellers

• None of the above

Which form of tourism is defined as "responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people".

• Budget tourism

• Greenpeace tourism

• Environmental tourism

• Ecotourism

Which of the following are within the six principles of ecotourism?

• Minimise impact

• Build environmental and cultural awareness and respect.

• Provide direct financial benefits for conservation.

• Raise sensitivity to host countries’ political, environmental, and social climates.

Which of the following are considered short-haul destinations when travelling from Singapore?

• Hong Kong

• Bangkok

• Seoul

• London

Which of the following are considered long-haul destinations when travelling from Singapore?

• Tokyo

• Okinawa (Japan)

• Paris

• Hanoi

Which two of the following are examples of developments of technology that enabled the growth of tourism?

• Better and affordable transport

• E-services (online booking of tours and tickets)

• Increased disposable income

• Changing lifestyle (social media etc)

Which of the following are examples of demand factors that enabled the growth of tourism?

• Decreasing disposable income

• More leisure time

• Increasing attractions

• Better access to information