Sec 3 FG Tourism Topic 2

Self check-in kiosks at _______ _______ promotes convenience of travel, increasing the motivation to travel.

Presence of multiple tour operators creates ______ in pricing of tourism experiences, increasing the ability for tourists to travel.

• collaboration

• decrease

• tension

• competition

Answer explanation

Competition among tourism businesses, leads to more competitive prices. Hence, travel becomes more affordable.

These developing countries in the Asia Pacific have become increasingly popular in international tourist arrivals.

• China

• Brazil

• India

• Malaysia

Answer explanation

Most tourists originate from the DCs in Europe and North America; However increasingly, international tourists originate from rapidly developing countries in the Asia Pacific (China, India, Malaysia) and South America (Brazil).

Flow Line Maps are a form of graphical representation to depict the _______ and destination of tourists.

Which is true about Second Cities?

• They are nature places

• They provide novel travelling experiences

• They involve solely physical activities

• They have low carrying capacity

Answer explanation

X they involve solely physical activities is wrong.

People visit Manchester in UK to explore its arts scene and architecture!!

Why do people seek adventure tourism?

• To engage in their interests or for leisure

• To engage in physically challenging activities

• To enter the Guiness World Records

• For personal goals and self-fulfilment

Answer explanation

Observers seek enjoyment by engaging in their interests or for leisure --> this is applicable for Sports Tourism

Which is not an example of Heritage Tourism?

• Machu Picchu in Peru!

• ArtScience Museum in Singapore

• Pompeii in Italy

• Gamcheon village in South Korea

Which of the following are examples of niche travel?

• Mountain climbing

• Universal Studios Singapore

• Bungee Jumping

• Whale watching

State an example of a mass market tour operator.

Answer explanation

Chan Brothers / Dynasty Travel / WTS Travel, etc.

Which of the following are benefits of engaging mass market tour operators in tourism?

• Hotels all pre-booked

• Tour guides knowledgeable in local culture

• No need to plan for transportation

• Tour guides can help you bargain for cheaper price

Answer explanation

All are correct!

Tour guides can help you bargain for cheaper price BECAUSE tour guides know the local language and can be a translator to help you bargain for the best prices!