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Tourism Flashcards

1
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What is tourism?

A

The short term movement of people from one area to another for different purposes.

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Who is a tourist?

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A person traveling for different purposes but stays at least 24hrs and overnight and doesn’t stay for more than one year and shouldn’t work in the place visited

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3
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Define the tourism industry

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The range of organized activities which satisfy the needs of the tourist

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Define the tourism sector

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The distinct part of a country’s economy which is directly or indirectly affected by the tourist industry

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5
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Give some reasons why tourists find the Caribbean an attractive destination

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Climate, physical features, flora, fauna, cultural and historical heritage, cuisine, music and other festivals, leisure activities, exhibitions, conference, health

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The terms flora and fauna refer to what?

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Flowers and birds

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7
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Who is the minister of tourism

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The most honorable Edmund Bartlett

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Define eco tourism

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Any tourism having to do with the environment/nature

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Give the names of seven types of tourists

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Domestic tourist, regional tourist, international tourist, same day/ cruise passengers, business traveler, and excursionists, returning residents

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10
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Give examples of some tourism products in the Caribbean

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Sports facilities, cultural, health, heritage, eco tourism, transportation, accommodation, cuisine, shopping, promotion

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What is an excursion

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A trip

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12
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What are some careers in tourism?

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Airlines, accommodations, recreation, tourism ministry, advertising, travel agencies

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Advantages of tourism?

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It earns foreign exchange for the country
It creates several job opportunities
It increases the value of people’s properties that are located in resort areas
A lot of improvements to infrastructures is done in resort areas.
The government Cole gas taxes from tourism ventures
There’s an exchange of culture whereby locals learn about the culture of tourists and the tourists learn ours

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What is the importance of tourism

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It not only provides enjoyment but it creates an opportunity for people to explore different cultures and escape for an adventure

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What is the importance of traveling

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To create jobs
Opportunities
Education
Leisure time

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16
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What type of climate is experienced in jamaica?

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Tropical Marine Climate

17
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True or false: Jamaica is multicultural because of its diverse history

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true

18
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another name for cuisine?

A

food

19
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Name 4 festivals celebrated in Jamaica

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1) Reggae Sumfest
2) Crop Over
3) Jerk festival
4) Carnival

20
Q

Name three social clubs in Jamaica?

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1) Kiwanis
2) Rotary
3) Optimist

21
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Who is a domestic tourist?
Give an example

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they travel from place to place within their own country.
eg. travelling from Portland to St. Mary

22
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Who is a regional tourist?
Give an example

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a person who travels from one place to another within a region
eg. a Jamaican visiting Antigua

23
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Who is an International Tourist?
Give an example

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a person who travels outside of their country’s borders to another country.
eg. a Jamaican visiting the United States

24
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Who is a Same day tourist?

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they travel on cruise ships or come on special charter flights. (they spend less than 24 hours at a destination)

25
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Another name for Same Day tourists?

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Cruise Passengers

26
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Who is a Business traveler?

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a person who visits a country for the sole purpose of doing a business transaction

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Who are excurtionists?

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a person who stays for less than 24 hours but does not necessarily sleep in the country

28
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Who are returning residents?

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nationals who live abroad and have come home for family occasions or national events.

29
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true or false: The Caribbean is accessible from any part of the world

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true

30
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What are some factors that influence the development of tourism in the Caribbean?

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1) Natural Attractions
2) Accessibility
3) The exchange rate
4) Infrastructure
5) Sanitation & Health
6)Climate
7) Safety & Security
8) Hospitality and cost of services

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