Tour Guide Vocabulary
What is an itinerary?
A plan or schedule of a trip.
In which city can you visit the Sagrada Família, the famous unfinished basilica designed by Antoni Gaudí?
Barcelona, Spain.
What should a tour guide always do when meeting tourists?
Greet them with a smile.
What should you do if a tourist gets lost?
Contact them and stay at a meeting point.
What is business tourism?
Traveling for work or professional purposes.
What do we call the main person leading a group of tourists?
The tour guide.
The Petra Archaeological Park, known for its rock-cut architecture and “Treasury” façade, is located in which Middle Eastern country?
Jordan.
What is an important skill when giving a tour?
Good communication.
What is a delayed flight?
A flight that leaves later than planned.
What does MICE stand for in tourism?
Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions.
What does sightseeing mean?
Visiting interesting places as a tourist.
The Angkor Wat temple complex, one of the largest religious monuments in the world, is found in which Southeast Asian nation?
Cambodia.
How should a guide handle a complaint?
Stay calm and polite, and find a solution.
What should a guide do if it rains during an outdoor tour?
Offer alternatives or change the plan.
What is a conference center?
A building designed for business events and meetings.
What is a local attraction?
A place tourists visit in a specific area.
In which Italian city can tourists see the Leaning Tower, a world-famous bell tower known for its tilt?
Pisa, Italy.
What does “feedback” mean?
Comments or opinions from tourists.
What do you call a trip for one day only?
A day trip / excursion.
What is the difference between a business trip and a leisure trip?
A business trip is for work; a leisure trip is for relaxation.
What does group rate mean?
A special price for large groups.
The Moai statues, mysterious stone figures carved by the Rapa Nui people, are found on which remote Pacific island?
Easter Island (Rapa Nui), Chile.
What’s another word for “helpful and friendly”?
Hospitable.
What should a guide carry for emergencies?
A first aid kit.
Give one example of a business tourist activity.
Attending a trade fair, a seminar, or a company meeting.