The changing nature of travel & tourism
How is technology influencing your travel planning and experiences?
Online booking, travel apps, and AI are all helping people plan and travel more easily.
What is cultural tourism?
It involves visiting historical sites, museums, and learning about a place's traditions and culture.
What kind of activities are usually associated with beach resorts?
Activities like swimming, sunbathing, and water sports are common.
What does MICE stand for?
Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions
A passport is needed to travel to another country. True or false?
True
What's the biggest change you've noticed in the way people travel?
What is ecotourism?
It's about traveling to natural areas with minimal impact on the environment.
What kind of activities are usually associated with city destinations?
Activities include sightseeing, museums, and shopping.
What is domestic tourism?
when tourists visit destinations in their
home country.
Ecotourism is mainly focused on visiting busy cities. True or false?
False
How does tourism affect local communities?
It can bring economic benefits, but also have negative impacts on the environment and culture.
what is leisure tourism?
Leisure tourism is travel undertaken for personal enjoyment, relaxation, and rest, often during free time or vacations.
What kind of activities are usually associated with nature destinations?
Activities include hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing.
What is inbound tourism?
when tourists travel in a country
Business travelers usually book vacations through travel agencies specializing in leisure travel. True or false?
False (They often use corporate travel agencies.)
What are some of the biggest challenges that tourists may encounter while travelling to popular destinations?
Overcrowding, high prices, and environmental concerns are all major issues.
What is Business (MICE) tourism?
travel undertaken for professional or business purposes, such as attending meetings, conferences, trade shows, or engaging in business transactions
What kind of activities are usually associated with cultural destinations?
Activities include exploring historical sites, visiting museums, and learning about local traditions.
What is outbound tourism?
when tourists travel away from the country where they live
A tour operator is the same as a travel agent. True or false?
Has the concern for environmental impact changed how people travel?
Yes, many travelers are now opting for more sustainable travel options like eco-tourism, slow travel, and responsible tourism practices
What is pilgrimage tourism?
a type of travel motivated by religious or spiritual reasons, often involving journeys to sacred places or sites of religious significance.
What are some common types of travel destinations?
Common types include beach resorts, city destinations, nature destinations, and cultural destinations.
What is a long-haul?
flight longer than 6 hours
Tour operators often create package deals that include flights, accommodation, and activities. True or false?
True