macro Flashcards
SAFETY AND SECURITY IN TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY
- of universal concern is the relationship of tourism and hospitality to terrorism or, in the larger context, to safety and security.
Safety and security in tourism and hospitality will be the greatest challenge for tourism policy and planning for many years to come (Edgell, 2008). The terrorist attack in the United States on September 11, 2001 paved the way for the adoption of international and national policies to counteract the impact of terrorism. The result of this tragic event encouraged many countries to act together to combat the devastating effects of terrorism.
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Managing Sustainable Tourism in a Responsible Manner
- issue is managing sustainable tourism in a responsible manner. Sustainable tourism is of utmost importance at present and in the future. Respect for our natural and built environments will be the country’s legacy for future generations.
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Using E-commerce Tools in Tourism and Hospitality
More than 50% of travelers in the United States use the internet in planning their travel and vacations. It is evident that the use of e-commerce tools for tourism and hospitality will continue to grow in the future.
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Tourism and Hospitality Education and Training
Globalization and innovation will be the outstanding feature of tourism and hospitality education and training in the future. Several innovations are taking place in some universities.
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Tourism Policy and Strategic Planning
The sustainable benefits of tourism and hospitality for local communities will continue to grow in importance. Goeldner and Ritchie state that:
“Good policy and sound planning need to be conducted to ensure that a destination will be both competitive and sustainable. While policies show the big picture and plans contain the details, both deal with the future development of tourism.”
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EmergingTourismandHospitalityMarkets
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In terms of arrivals and tourist receipts. Europe continues to account for one-half of the world’s
tourism and hospitality market. Asia and the Pacific have been the fastest-growing regional
market, surpassing the Americas (Edgell, 2008). The Americas will still be strong, insofar as
international tourist receipts are concerned, largely due to the combined influences of the United
States, Canada, and Mexico. In terms of major generating and receiving countries, the United
States and much of Europe will continue to produce millions of tourists every year (Edgell, 2008).
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Partnerships and Strategic Alliances in Tourism and Hospitality
Hotels, airlines, and other businesses work together to reward frequent travelers with points redeemable for free flights, upgrades, or discounts.
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Quality Tourism and Hospitality Products and Experiences
Tourists demand greater variety, flexibility, and quality in their tourism and hospitality products (Edgell, 2008). Space tourism, undersea exploration, and volunteer vacations are examples of new trends.
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he Impacts of Health Issues on Tourism and Hospitality
Diseases like AIDS, SARS, and the flu spread rapidly through international travel. Fear of disease often discourages people from visiting affected areas.
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Climate Change and Tourism and Hospitality
Global warming changes travel patterns by affecting where and when people travel. It also damages natural ecosystems that are vital to tourism.
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Effects of Natural Disasters on Tourism and Hospitality
Natural disasters like hurricanes, tsunamis, and storms disrupt tourism. For example:
Hurricane Katrina affected tourism in New Orleans.
The tsunami in Phuket caused travel disruptions in Thailand.
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