1.5 types of tourists Flashcards
1
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characteristics of leisure tourists
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- price sensitive
- travel when away from work/edu
2
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characteristics of business tourists
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- time sensitive
- location traveled decided by business
- convenient location needed
- products fitting around their work commitments
3
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special interset tourists characteristics
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- depends on what their special interest is
4
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responsible tourists characteristics
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- behaving respectful towards environemnt local people
- travelling ina way minimizes negative impact
5
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ecotourist characteristics
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- travelling ina way minimizes negative impact
- respect local culture/ppl
- seek education. raise environmental awareness
- experience naturla element of place theyre visiting
6
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family characteristics
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- prefer products suitable for all members of family
- may travel for leisure, special interest, VFR
7
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individuals characteristics
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- travel alone
- any age
- reason for travel: leisure, business, vfr, special interest
- group-based activities
8
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couples characteristics
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- 2 adults travelling 2gether
- want products designed for couples
9
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groups characteristics
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- education groups, sports/hobby, young ppl, senior/retired tourists
- diff ages
- individual needs/preferences + needs of group
10
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specific needs tourists can have
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- mobility disabilities
- sensory disabilites (visual impairment)
- medical condition
- dietary requirements
- language, religious, cultural differences
11
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characteristics of independent tourists
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- book travel/holiday experience themself
- put together travel itinerary themselves according to preferences
- focused on having freedom to choose
- book transport & activities separately; greater flexibility & independence
