Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality

What is the definition of tourism according to the Tourism Society of Britain?

• Temporary, short-term movement of people to destinations outside the places where they reside and work.

• The activities of the personal travelling to and staying in place outside their usual environment for not more than one consecutive year for leisure, business and other purpose.

• Tourism may be defined in terms of particular activities selected by choice and undertaken outside the home environment.

What does hospitality refer to?

What are the two classes of visitors according to the United Nations Conference on International Travel & Tourism?

• Tourist and Excursionist

• Business and Leisure

• Domestic and International

What is the difference between a tourist and an excursionist?

The elements of travel are the following except;

• Length of stay in the destination

• Distance

• Residence of travelers

• VFR (Visiting Friends and Relatives)

TRUE or FALSE: A package tour also called inclusive tour is an arrangement in which transport and accommodation is bought by the tourist at an all-inclusive price.

• TRUE

• FALSE

What is an example of the characteristics of tourism products?

• The products of both industry are not used up.

• Tourist product is a service.

• The supply of tourist product is constant.

• Length of stay in the destination

What are the three basic factors of a successful tourist destination?

• Attraction, Amenities or facilities, Accessibility

• Attraction, Amenities or facilities, Accommodation

• Amenities or facilities, Accommodation, Transportation

• Accommodation, Transportation, Attraction

The following are the characteristics of tourism and hospitality except;

• Labor-intensive industries

• People-oriented

• The products of both industry are not used up

• Accommodation, Food and Beverage and Entertainment

What is the primary purpose of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO)?

• To provide financial support to tourism businesses

• To regulate international travel laws

• To promote sustainable tourism development