Lesson 1: Introduction to Tourism

Question 1

Etymology of Tourism in Hebrew

Answer 1

Torah

Question 2

Torah meaning….

Answer 2

To know

Question 3

Etymology of Tour in Latin

Answer 3

Tornare

Question 4

Etymology of Tour in Greek

Answer 4

Tornos

Question 5

Tornare & Tornos meaning

Answer 5

a lathe or circle

Question 6

It is the movement around

Answer 6

Central point or axis

Question 7

Tourism product an industry characterized by—————

Answer 7

Generic product and Production Process

Question 8

For tourism to be considered an industry, it is necessary to show that such….

Answer 8

Generic product & process EXIST

Question 9

Tourism Product is refers to———-

Answer 9

Integrated Products

Question 10

Integrated products includes———

Answer 10

Artifacts, Attractions, Transportation, Food and beverages, and Entertainments

Question 11

Where each elements of Tourism Product, is prepared by——-

Answer 11

Individual Companies

Question 12

Where each element of tourism product is prepared by individual companies and are ———-

Answer 12

separately offered to the tourist at a destination to satisfy their needs and desire

Question 13

The tourism product consist of a variety of element which is package that is……

Answer 13

NOT integrated to each other and meets the needs of the tourist

Question 14

Who said that the “Tourism products consist a variety of element which is package that is not integrated to each other and meets the needs of the tourist”

Answer 14

Medlik & Middleton 1973

Question 15

What are the basic components of tourism?

Answer 15

Accessibility, Accommodation,Attraction, Amenities, Activities

Question 16

Accessibility also means…

Answer 16

Transportation

Question 17

The important transportation modes are…

Answer 17

Air Transportation
Road Transportation
Rail Transportation
Ocean Transportation

Question 18

Set of services and facilities capable of allowing persons with specific needs to enjoy holiday or leisure time with no barriers and problems.

Answer 18

Accessibility

Question 19

Accessibility is a means by which…

Answer 19

A tourist CAN REACH THE AREA where attractions are located

Question 20

It is a VERY BASIC to tourist destination

Answer 20

ACCOMMODATION

Question 21

The latest trend in accommodation is

Answer 21

Holiday Villages

Question 23

Types of Accommodation

Answer 23

Primary Accommodation
Secondary Accommodation

Question 24

Give some Primary Accommodation

Answer 24

Hotels
Resorts
Complexes
Heritage Hotels

Question 25

Give some Secondary Accommodation

Answer 25

Motels Youth Hostels Farma Houses Holiday Centers Sleeper Train Caravans

Question 26

A place of interest where tourist visit, typically its inherent to exhibited cultural value, historical significance, natural or built beauty or amusement opportunities.

Answer 26

ATTRACTIONS

Question 27

Types attractions

Answer 27

Natural attractions Man-made attractions

Question 28

Give some natural attractions

Answer 28

Climate Landscape Beach Mountains

Question 29

Give some man-made attractions

Answer 29

Theme parks Museums Ancient Monuments Cultural center

Question 30

What are the Peter’s Inventory of Tourist Attractions

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Cultural Traditions Scenic Entertainments Other attractions

Question 31

Sites & areas & archaeological interest: Historical buildings & monuments Museums; Place of historical significance: Modern Culture; Political & educational Institutions Religious institutions

Answer 31

Cultural

Question 32

National parks; Wildlife; Flora & fauna: Beach resorts; Mountain resorts

Answer 32

Scenic

Question 33

National festivals, Arts & handicrafts; Music, Folklore, Native life & customs.

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Traditions

Question 34

: Climate, Health resorts or spas; Unique attractions not available elsewhere.

Answer 34

Other Attractions

Question 35

Participation & recreation parks; zone & oceanariums, cinemas & theatres; Night life, Cuisine

Answer 35

Entertainments

Question 36

The basic facilities provided in a tourist destination

Answer 36

AMENITIES

Question 37

Types of amenities

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Natural & Man made

Question 38

Give some Natural amenities

Answer 38

Beach Sea bathing Possibilities of Fishing Opportunity of trekking

Question 39

Give some man made amenities

Answer 39

Various types of entertainments Facilities that caters special needs

Question 40

The various elements of tourism services available which offered to tourist at the destinations

Answer 40

Activities

Question 41

Tourism product is ——- than tangible product

Answer 41

Much more

Question 42

Can see, feel, touch, taste them prior to purchase

Answer 42

Tangible

Question 43

*The producer has control over quality and can ensure consistency

Answer 43

Tangible

Question 44

*There is some ability to store unsold products for future sales

Answer 44

Tangible

Question 45

*Customers cannot see, feel, touch or taste prior to purchase and have to imagine the benefits that will result in the experience

Answer 45

Intangible

Question 46

*The producer has less control over the quality and consistency of the experience due to factors outside of their control (i.e consumers, weather)

Answer 46

Intangible

Question 47

*Experiences are highly perishable and cannot be stored for future sales

Answer 47

Intangible

Question 48

The tourism product is ———- of components, differentiated into physical and service oriented types

Answer 48

Always set