Chapter 1 - Tourism in Perspectives

An activity of persons traveling to and staying in places outside their usual environment for not more than one consecutive year for leisure, business, and other purposes. The statement refers to ____

• Tourist

• Tourism

• Meeting

• Convention

Which of the following is NOT a type of visitor?

• Tourist

• Same day visitor

• Excursionist

• Local resident

According to the UNWTO, how long can a person stay in a place for it to be considered tourism?

• Less than 30 days

• At least 3 months

• At least 6 months

• Not more than one consecutive year

Which sector is NOT part of the operating sectors of the tourism industry?

• Accommodation Sector

• Transportation Sector

• Food Services Sector

• Healthcare Sector

What is one of the positive impacts of tourism?

• Causes inflation

• Increases crime rates

• Creates employment opportunities

• Degrades the natural environment

Which of the following is a negative impact of tourism?

• Improves local infrastructure

• Increases governmental revenues

• Broadens educational horizons

• Creates social problems

Visitors whom do not stay overnight in the country is also called

• Traveler

• Excursionist

• Tourist

• Immigrants

Which of the following is NOT one of the four perspectives of tourism?

• The media

• The tourists

• The host community

• The businesses that provide goods and services

What is one of the basic approaches to the study of tourism?

• Psychological Approach

• Geographical Approach

• Biological Approach

• Mathematical Approach

Which of the following is considered a significant motivation for travel?

• Visit to Friends and Relatives (VFR)

• Adventure sports

• Shopping

• Cultural festivals