1.2 Content Flashcards
(35 cards)
What are the different types of classifications of destinations?
- resort towns
- city destinations
- countryside areas
- coastal/island destinations
- purpose-built resorts
What are places that tourists may visit for fun and relaxation?
resort towns or resorts
What place is where leisure tourism is the main economic activity?
resort towns
What do resort towns depend on tourists for?
job and money
What do resort towns include?
- beach
- seaside
- ski resorts
- spa resorts
What are city destinations?
cities that attract tourist
What kind of tourists do city destinations attract?
- leisure
- business
- VFR
- medical
What do countryside areas include?
- national parks
- nature parks
- nature reserves
What can also be considered as beach destinations?
Coastal and island destinations
What are examples of purpose-built resorts?
- theme parks
- all-inclusive resorts
What are products and services provided by an all-inclusive resort?
-accommodation
-catering
-sports facilities
What factors are destination choices limited by?
-cost
-affordability
-availability
-restrictions (border controls)
What are the elements of destination appeal?
-accessibility
-built/natural attractions
-sustainable practices and provisions
-weather/climate
-historical/cultural attractions
-events
-MICE facilities
-leisure activities
-accommodation & catering facilities
What can increase a destination’s accessibility?
-transport infrastructure
-public transport
-roads
-airports/ports
What does PRMs stand for?
Persons with reduced mobility
What adds to the appeal to adventure and sightseeing of destinations?
Natural and built features
What increases appeal to responsible tourists?
Sustainable provisions
What makes it possible to track weather and seasonal climate characteristics for destinations?
-online weather information
-websites
-apps
What has increased the appeal of historical and cultural attractions?
Increasing online information and a desire to visit different destinations
What adds to the appeal of historical destinations?
-local traditions
-language
-arts
-music
What destinations appeal to external customer types?
-families and individual tourists
-groups (educational groups)
-visitors w/ language or cultural differences
-people w/ specific needs
What are some examples of non-family groups that travel together?
-educational groups
-school groups
-college groups
What are some cultural differences of external customers?
-dress
-behavior
-foods
What do responsible tourists want to do?
Behave culturally and respectfully in destinations
