Tourism

A tourist is someone who _____________________.

• likes to go to the beach.

• visits Barbados for Crop Over.

• travels for pleasure and special interests.

• does not like to travel.

A person who visits Barbados for business can also be considered a tourist.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Tourism involves_________________.

• people who visit other countries.

• tourists and hotels.

• tourists and all businesses that provide services for tourists.

Business involved in the tourist industry are ___________.

• car rental businesses

• supermarkets

• restaurants

• jet ski operators

• souvenir shops

Which is NOT a reason tourist visit Barbados.

• To shop

• For sporting events

• For weddings and other events

• To relax and escape the cold

Can a person be a tourist in their own country?

• YES

• NO

Answer explanation

There is a type of tourism called Domestic tourism.

This is when persons from one country travel within their country.

For example Barbadians may choose to have a staycation instead of travelling to another country.