History
What are the two first sites?
Disneyland & Magic Kingdom
This business segment is involved with global entertainment and news television properties
Media Works
This choice of life style allows people to have more time to travel.
Retirement Age- Socio Cultural
Brings life to Disney
Character
When Disneyland first open, what did guests have to pay?
There was an entrance fee and you had to pay for each ride
How much land did they purchase for the Magic Kingdom?
27,000 acres
Revenue 15.1 billion dollars
Parks and Resorts
WDW use this factor to help promote the theme parks excitement before guests arrive
Technological
Lifeguard
Working in a water park or resort environment
Keeping recreational areas clean
What did Disneyland introduce after 3 months of being open?
A day at Disneyland where admission and 10 rides were included in the one price
What happened when the tickets were counterfeited?
More people showed up, they were expecting 8000 to 11,000 but almost 28,000 showed up
The Disney Theatrical Group produces and licenses live events.
The Walt Disney Studios
What are some contributing factors to economics
Changes in the government, tax rates, interest rates and exchange rates.
Achieving monthly sales goals
Vacation Planner
What happened in October 1982?
There was just one price covering admission and unlimited rides.
What was the issue with plumbing on opening day?
Plumber was on strike during the final phases of construction which meant they could only have either the drinking fountains or the bathrooms working but not have both facilities.
Revenue 3.98 billion
Disney Consumer Products
What are some impacts of an earthquake?
Loss of jobs, accommodation providers. No one visiting the area as it may not be safe. Cost of having to rebuild. Buildings need to be earthquake proof.
Working with waterslide operations, towel rental, watercraft rental and marina operations
Recreation
The more days you buy...........
The cheaper it is per day
What happened to the Ferrybank boat on opening day?
Sank due to being over loaded with passengers
One of the worlds largest creators of high quality interactive entertainment
Disney Interactive
Give an example of a tourism company that has been affected by economic factors
Disney in Orlando
Responsibilities of a Full Service Food and Beverage
Managing a seating chart, cash handling, rolling silverware and folding napkins. Computer reservations.
A,B,C,D,E
Rides were put into categories and A was cheaper and less popular than E