Travel

Question 1

What is a recreational tourist? What may they do?

Answer 1

This is the most common form of tourism, where people spend their time relaxing on beach holidays or camping, or perhaps enjoying the thrills and adventures of theme parks.

Question 2

What is a sport tourist? What may they do?

Answer 2

The sporting significance of annual events such as tennis or golf tournaments make some cities popular holiday options. The Olympic Games or football World Cups have
similarly become major sporting celebrations, attracting millions of visitors to the host cities and countries.

Question 3

What is an adventure tourist? What may they do?

Answer 3

This attracts people wanting to challenge themselves and achieve the ultimate adrenaline rush — by, for example, mountaineering or zip-lining through forest canopies.

Question 4

What are some factors to consider when choosing a travel destination?

Answer 4

• the weather
• their finances
• government travel advice
• special events such as sporting
  fixtures or religious holidays
• the type of holiday they are seeking

Question 5

What are 3 different types of travel?

Answer 5

Solo Travel - Individual travel for personal experiences.
Group Travel - Travelling with friends or organised tours.
Family Travel - Planning activities suitable for all age

Question 6

What are the steps when planning a trip?

Answer 6

Research -Destinations, attractions, and local customs.
Budgeting -Determine overall costs, including hidden fees.
Creating an Itinerary - Outline daily activities and key locations.
Booking - Secure flights, accommodations, and activities in advance.

Question 7

Advantages + disadvantages for DIY (Do It Yourself) travel planning?

Answer 7

Advantages
- able to pursue their travel plans and
organisation at their own leisure
- sort their travel plans at a time that
is convenient to them
Disadvantages
- unable to avail themselves of the
experience, convenience and, in
some cases, the value that travel
agent specialists might offer.

Question 8

Advantages + disadvantages for agency travel planning?

Answer 8

Advantages
- dealing with qualified staff who are
experts in their field and will
consequently be aware of problem
areas
- gaining access to cheaper holiday
packages than those available to the
general public
Disadvantages
- their costs are higher, as they take a
commission on the fees charged

Question 9

What to consider when planning a trip? (docs)

Answer 9

Official documents (valid passport, departure tax, visa)
Medical requirements
Travel insurance

Question 10

What to consider when organising itinerary?

Answer 10

• location
• time
• price
• availability
• comfort
• interests
• transport
• accomadation