CHAPTER 1 Flashcards
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A general term indicating the coming
together of a number of people in one
place, to confer or carry out a particular activity.
EVENTS
A gathering of human beings, generally
lasting from few hours to a few days,
and designed to:
* Celebrate
* Honor
* Teach about
* Observe human endeavors
SPECIAL EVENTS
TYPES OF EVENTS
- Based on size
- M.I.C.E.
- Purpose & Content
- Natural Phenomenon
are the largest events generally
targeted at international markets.
EX: Miss Universe
Mega Events
are designed to increase the appeal of a specific tourism destination.
EX: OKTOBERFEST, SAINT PATRICK’S DAY
Hallmark events
It is the fastest growing segment of the
tourism industry.
M.I.C.E
Meaning of MICE
- Meetings
- Incentives
- Conventions
- Exhibition
takes place when two or more people come together with a common agenda.
SUCH AS:
Education
* Training
* Decision-making
* Research
* Information Exchange
* Networking
* Strategic planning
MEETINGS
an individual presentation, often
by one expert, where the audience can ask questions after the discussion.
LECTURE
provide room for interaction
between attendees and resource speakers.
Preferred for use in a small groups.
SEMINARS
- meet and exchange views,
convey a message, conduct a debate, or give publicity to some area on a specific issue.
CONFERENCE
- requires hand-on activities to
facilitate learning. These deal with specific problems, issues, or assignments.
WORKSHOPS
- generally spiritual in nature usually conducted in a location far away
from the city.
RETREATS
A global management tool that uses an exceptional travel experience to motivate and/or recognize participants for increased levels of performance in
support of organizational goals.
INCENTIVES
It is defined as a meeting with and exhibit. Its strength comes from the combined attractions of having
multiple, simultaneous activities.
• educational sessions
• committee meetings
• social functions
• meetings to conduct the governance business of the organization.
CONVENTION
Event at which products, services or promotional materials are displayed to attendees visiting exhibits on the show floor.
These events focus priariliy on business-to-business relationships.
EXHIBITIONS
Exhibition that is open to the public, usually requiring an entrance fee.
PUBLIC or CONSUMER SHOW
An exhibition of products and/services held for members of a common or related industry.
TRADE SHOWS
A commerce oriented event to facilitate bringing buyer and seller together or create awareness of a commercial product or service, scheduled alone or in conjunction with other events.
EXAMPLES:
• Open house
• Product launch
MARKETING EVENTS
Cultural celebrations created by and/or for the public.
• Religious Fiesta
• Cultural Events
• Social Events
• Historical Celebrations
FESTIVALS
Events created by or for a charitable or cause-related group for the purpose of attracting revenue, support, and/or awareness.
ADVOCACY and PHILANTHROPIC EVENTS
Events that focus on natural
wonders., flora, and fauna.
NATURAL PHENOMENA
ECONOMIC SIGNIFICANCE
OF EVENTS
TOURISM MULTIPLIER EFFECT
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is the process by which an event is
planned, prepared, and produced.
• assessment
• definition
• direction
• control
• analysis
EVENTS MANAGEMENT