Global tourism Flashcards
The features and appeal of destination
1
Q
Experience features and appeal of destination
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- Locations:
-where the destination is
-Accessible
-Appealing
2.weather and seasonal characteristics
-weather at different time of year
-summer beach/winter sport holiday
3.Topographical features
-Surface features of area represented in detail on map
-Includes natural&man-made features 4.Accesibility
-Different means of transportation available
-proper transport links
-Facilities for tourists with specific needs 5.Travel and transport gateway and hubs
-A hub is a central location in transport system with many Inbound and outbound connections
-A gateway commonly implies a shift from one mode to other - Infrastructure:bus and rail routes
-public transport:Road network
-Airport - Build natural attractions
-Add appeal to destination
-water fall,beaches,museums,aquarium,forts
8.Culture:Includes language,art,music,craft,food
9.Tourism organisation and providers
-Accomodation
-Transportation
-Travel agent - Responsible and sustainable tourism
-Respect local customs and regulations
-Make use of suitable products