Tourism Flashcards
What is tourism?
The short term movement of people from one area to another for different purposes.
Who is a tourist?
A person traveling for different purposes but stays at least 24hrs and overnight and doesn’t stay for more than one year and shouldn’t work in the place visited
Define the tourism industry
The range of organized activities which satisfy the needs of the tourist
Define the tourism sector
The distinct part of a country’s economy which is directly or indirectly affected by the tourist industry
Give some reasons why tourists find the Caribbean an attractive destination
Climate, physical features, flora, fauna, cultural and historical heritage, cuisine, music and other festivals, leisure activities, exhibitions, conference, health
The terms flora and fauna refer to what?
Flowers and birds
Who is the minister of tourism
The most honorable Edmund Bartlett
Define eco tourism
Any tourism having to do with the environment/nature
Give the names of seven types of tourists
Domestic tourist, regional tourist, international tourist, same day/ cruise passengers, business traveler, and excursionists, returning residents
Give examples of some tourism products in the Caribbean
Sports facilities, cultural, health, heritage, eco tourism, transportation, accommodation, cuisine, shopping, promotion
What is an excursion
A trip
What are some careers in tourism?
Airlines, accommodations, recreation, tourism ministry, advertising, travel agencies
Advantages of tourism?
It earns foreign exchange for the country
It creates several job opportunities
It increases the value of people’s properties that are located in resort areas
A lot of improvements to infrastructures is done in resort areas.
The government Cole gas taxes from tourism ventures
There’s an exchange of culture whereby locals learn about the culture of tourists and the tourists learn ours
What is the importance of tourism
It not only provides enjoyment but it creates an opportunity for people to explore different cultures and escape for an adventure
What is the importance of traveling
To create jobs
Opportunities
Education
Leisure time
What type of climate is experienced in jamaica?
Tropical Marine Climate
True or false: Jamaica is multicultural because of its diverse history
true
another name for cuisine?
food
Name 4 festivals celebrated in Jamaica
1) Reggae Sumfest
2) Crop Over
3) Jerk festival
4) Carnival
Name three social clubs in Jamaica?
1) Kiwanis
2) Rotary
3) Optimist
Who is a domestic tourist?
Give an example
they travel from place to place within their own country.
eg. travelling from Portland to St. Mary
Who is a regional tourist?
Give an example
a person who travels from one place to another within a region
eg. a Jamaican visiting Antigua
Who is an International Tourist?
Give an example
a person who travels outside of their country’s borders to another country.
eg. a Jamaican visiting the United States
Who is a Same day tourist?
they travel on cruise ships or come on special charter flights. (they spend less than 24 hours at a destination)
Another name for Same Day tourists?
Cruise Passengers
Who is a Business traveler?
a person who visits a country for the sole purpose of doing a business transaction
Who are excurtionists?
a person who stays for less than 24 hours but does not necessarily sleep in the country
Who are returning residents?
nationals who live abroad and have come home for family occasions or national events.
true or false: The Caribbean is accessible from any part of the world
true
What are some factors that influence the development of tourism in the Caribbean?
1) Natural Attractions
2) Accessibility
3) The exchange rate
4) Infrastructure
5) Sanitation & Health
6)Climate
7) Safety & Security
8) Hospitality and cost of services
