Technology in travel and tourism. Flashcards
What types of technology are there for booking, communication and promotion ?
E - brochures and websites, reviews, blogs and virtual tours, adverts, online booking, emailing tickets and vouchers etc.
What types of technology are specific for visitor attractions ?
interactive technology (sight, sound) animatronics (animation of objects, creatures), QR codes and apps (to get rewards).
What types of technology are specific to transport hubs and gateways ?
Self service check in, fingerprint and passport ID/scanners.
What types of technology are specific to accommodation ?
Self - service check in, WiFi, room controls, information screens, facial recognition / finger print scanning (no need for key).
What types of technology are specific to global distribution systems (GDSs) ?
hyperlinks to make bookings and reservations, customers can plan and customise the trip themselves.
What is the GDSs ?
A worldwide reservation system.
