MODULE 2 Flashcards
Does not simply move products; it also carries individuals and conveys them to their preferred destination.
Transportation
This movement of people, otherwise known as __________ (Bardi et al., 2006), regardless of the mode of transportation, whether by air, land or water.
Passenger transportation
allows tourists to visit and get to places of attractions or explore cities or towns, and carries tourists back to their point of origin
Transportation
Several factors that set tourist transport apart from other passenger transport sectors:
- Seasonality
- Price Elasticity
- Highly Capital-Intensive
differences in the demand for tourism transport can be influenced by _________.
Seasonality
An increase in transportation costs could lead to a decrease in demand
Price Elasticity
A great amount of investment is needed, like purchasing an aircraft to be used as air transportation or a ship for cruise tourism
Highly Capital-Intensive
Categories of Tourism Transport
- Independent travel
- Mass travel
tourist who individually book their trips usually by land transport through private car rentals.
Independent travel
It also counts bookings made by an individual on any of the mass transportation such as rail ferries, cruises, and scheduled flights.
Independent travel
an organized group tour, this particular category uses chartered coaches and flights for a specific purpose.
Mass travel
Types of Tourism Transport
- General Passenger Transport
- Dedicated Tourist Transport
- Experiential Tourist Transport
- Luxury Tourist Transport
- Recreational Tourist Transport
- Multipurpose Tourist Transport
mainly for the general traveler and not just specifically designed to meet the needs of the tourists.
General Passenger Transport
frequently included in a tour package.
Commonly used are coaches that are chartered for a particular purpose.
Dedicated Tourist Transport
creates an extraordinary tourist experience.
(riding a kales in intramuros or Vigan)
Experiential Tourist Transport
designed to offer high-quality service and a comfortable travel experience. who seek comfort while traveling.
Luxury Tourist Transportation
hop-on and hop-off buses, safari vehicles, and bikes
Recreational Transport
type of transport attracts tourists who are seeking a nontraditional and fun transport experience.
Recreational Transport
motorhomes, RV trailers, campervans, and “rotels”
Multipurpose Tourist Transport
Rotels, or alsko known as
“Rolling hotels”
Factors Influencing Tourism Transport Selection
- Distance
- Schedule
- Frequency
- Availability
- Speed
- Safety and Security
- Convenience
- Unique Experience
- Route
- Cost
- Status and Prestige
-one of the major considerations in choosing the best available mode of transport.
-location of the destination influences…
Distance
-departure and arrival time at the destination.
- best fits their itinerary
Schedule
this gives them the convenience of not waiting too long for the next available departure
Frequency
