Week 8 Flashcards
What made Roman tourism possible?
Rome’s power and empire provided security for travel and resources to support it
What destinations were included in the Roman “Grand Tour”?
Southern Italy, Greece, Troy, and Egypt (including Nile cruises)
What role did pilgrimages play in tourism?
Pilgrimages for religions like Christianity, Buddhism and Islam spurred sight-seeing opportunities, leading to businesses like inns and food providers
When did the Grand Tour begin?
the 17th century
How did tourism evolve after WWII?
jet planes made travel easier, deregulation lowered airfares, and the Cold War’s end opened new destinations
Which religions have pilgrimage traditions that boosted early tourism businesses?
Christianity, Buddhism, and Islam
What was the “Grand Tour” in the 17th century?
A custom for young gentlemen (mostly English) to tour European cultural centers, especially France, Italy, and Greece.
What role did Thomas Cook’s company play in travel history?
it revolutionized organized travel, nationalized during WWII, and later privatized before its bankruptcy in 2019
How did travel evolve post-WWII?
Jet planes made travel easier, discount carriers reduced costs in the 1970s, and new destinations opened after the Cold War.
How significant was travel to the global economy in 2019?
accounted for 10.4% of global GDP and $1.91 trillion in international visitor spending.
Which company pioneered the concept of passenger cruises and when?
Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company in 1844.
What distinguished the Mauretania and Lusitania cruise ships?
They were the largest and fastest ships of their time, emphasizing luxury and speed.
What led to the sinking of the Titanic?
The ship struck an iceberg on April 14, 1912, sinking in 2 hours and 40 minutes, with 1,500 fatalities.
How did the cruise industry adapt post-1960s?
Focus shifted to Caribbean, Alaskan, and other destination tours, with ships designed as floating hotels.
How did “The Love Boat” TV show impact cruising?
Popularized cruises as accessible middle-class vacations.
What are the economic strategies of modern cruises?
Use of tax havens, economies of scale, onboard spending, and green initiatives like LNG-powered ships.
What is unique about Icon of the Seas?
Largest cruise ship with 7,600 passenger capacity, eco-friendly technologies, and extensive amenities.
Which TV show helped popularize cruises?
The Love Boat
Cruises were once seen as exclusive, expensive trips for…
“newly wed and nearly dead”
What are some challenges the tourism industry has faced?
Inflation has led to higher costs, reduced services (e.g., turndown service), and smaller portions (e.g., 7-ounce burgers).
What was the first commercial flight, and when did it take place?
The first commercial flight took off in May 1908, flown by Wilbur Wright in North Carolina
What was the first airline in the world?
the first airline in the wold, the German airship company DELAG
What year was the first scheduled passenger service?
1914
When did commercial flights carrying paying passengers start to become common?
1920s
