Tourism

• What is tourism?

  People travelling to, and staying in places outside their usual environment for less than a year for leisure, business and other purposes.
• What are the three different types of tourism?

  Domestic tourism, incoming tourism and outgoing tourism.
• What is domestic tourism?

  domestic tourism is whenever you go on holiday in the country in which you live, or go on a day trip to another town or place of interest. Eg Belfast to London
• What is incoming tourism?

  When visitors from overseas come into a country.
• What is outgoing tourism?

  When residents leave their country to travel to another for tourism purposes.
• What are the different reasons people travel?

  Business travel, leisure travel, and specialist travel.
• What is business travel?

  Travel for meetings, conferences, and events.
• What is leisure travel?

  Travel mostly for pleasure, such as day trips and visiting friends.
• What is specialist travel?

  Travel that caters to specific markets and interests.
• What is voluntary tourism?

  Combining a trip with a charitable organization, such as renovating an orphanage.
• What is conservation tourism?

  Combining a trip with conservation activities, like visiting a nature reserve.
• What is eco-tourism?

  A type of trip that helps conserve the environment.
• What are the benefits of tourism for tourists

  • Better holidays
  • Improvements in transport
  • New places to visit
  • New amenities
• What are the benefits of tourism for local people?

  • Brings in money
  • Improvements in transport
  • Funding for hospitals and schools
  • Repair of old buildings
  • Creation of jobs in hotels and restaurants
• What are the problems of tourism?

  Tourist jobs are seasonal, leading to unemployment for locals.
• How does tourism affect local prices?

  Tourism raises prices, making it difficult for locals to afford goods.
• What are some negative impacts of tourism on the environment?

  Damage to vegetation and wildlife, and increased soil erosion.
• Why are people having more holidays now?

  People have more disposable income and leisure time than in the past.
• What is a tour operator?

  A person responsible for planning and organizing trips.
• What are the roles of a tour operator?

  They arrange, sell, and operate tours, handling details like lodging and meals.
• What is a travel agent?

  A person who helps select and sell tour packages.
• What are the roles of a travel agent?

  They sell and manage tour packages, helping choose suitable options.
• What are the differences between a tour operator and a travel agent?

  • Tour operators plan the trip; travel agents sell the package.
  • Travel agents help select packages; tour operators arrange details.
  • Tour operators have more responsibility throughout the trip.
  • Many prefer to work directly with tour operators.
• What are some positive impacts of ski resorts?

  Improved facilities and services for local people and economic growth.
• What are some negative impacts of ski resorts?

  Rubbish on slopes, increased traffic, and damage to fragile plants.
• What are different types of destinations?

  • Beaches/seaside resorts (e.g., Benidorm)
  • Mountain destinations (e.g., Rocky Mountains)
  • Historical places (e.g., Auschwitz)
  • Theme parks (e.g., Disneyland)
• What are some examples of different climates or habitats for tourism?

  Amazon rainforest, deserts, and snowy mountains.
• What is the significance of accessibility in tourism?

  Improved transport makes places more accessible for travelers.
• How do budget airlines affect tourism?

  They make travel cheaper and more accessible for many people.
• What is the role of a tour operator in the travel industry?

  They manage all aspects of a trip from planning to execution.
• Why do many people prefer to work directly with tour operators?

  They seek more personalized service and better deals.
• What are some negative impacts of tourism on local communities?

  Increased prices and reduced access to local facilities for residents.
• What are some environmental concerns related to tourism?

  Damage to natural landscapes and increased waste production.
• How does technology impact tourism?

  It enhances travel planning and booking processes through online platforms.
• What is Adventure tourism?

  Taking part in outdoor activities eg trekking in Nepal
• What is Health tourism?

  Going for a health related treatment eg yoga retreat in Bali
• What is Education tourism?

  Going for a school related trip -cultural -sport eg ski trip to French alps
• What is cultural heritage tourism?

  Places relating to a countries heritage eg visiting the Louvre in paris
• What is dark tourism?

  Visiting a place where a disaster has happened eg visiting battlefields in france