This type of visitor is interested in being an active participant–observer among the host population. He easily accommodates local lifestyles and does not need special tourist accommodations

This type of tourist is few in number. He can afford to pay well for unusual vacations. He is well – traveled and usually known as the “jet – set”. He differs from the explorer in his attitude. His arrangements are either made by a travel agent or may be preplanned. Although he is willing to sample the local lifestyle, he requires some degree of comfort.

This tourist adapts well to simple accommodations and services provided for the occasional guest.

This tourist loves sub–exotic cultural sites, the unusual or primitive as long as he can quickly and safely return to more familiar surroundings and groups.

This is a visitor who looks for the amenities of Western societies in hotels and other travel–related facilities. He is a mixture of both a pleasure seeker and a business traveler.

He comes from the middle class. He arrives at a destination with other tourists. There is a diversity of tastes among them and their attitude is “You get what you pay for “

tourist comes “en masse” with others of his kind creating an extremely high amount of business and Receiving a high degree of standardization in services and products.

The sum of all incomes in a country.

means of estimating how much extra income is produced in an economy as a result of the initial spending or injection of cash.

generated as a result of providing goods, and services directly to tourists in hotels, restaurants, bars, nightclubs, and the like.

consists of those positions that are associated with other tourism-related activities but are used by both the local resident and the tourists. Shops and food wholesalers are considered to be sources of .

refers to people working in positions only peripherally Related to tourism but generated because of it. Examples are construction workers, merchants and professionals such as doctors and accounts who service the employees working directly in tourism – related positions

is an accounting of the flow of goods, services, and funds in and out of the country during a given period.

generated as a result of providing goods, and services directly to tourists in hotels, restaurants, bars, nightclubs, and the like.

growing trend that prioritizes building positive relationships between visitors and host communities and developing “programs, events, and activities that allow all population groups to enjoy tourism” .

refer to the changes in the quality of life of residents of tourist destinations.

those changes that occur in a culture through borrowing from other cultures. These changes may include technology, language, and values

the tendency of world cultures to become more alike. A very good example of this is the adoption of many European ways by people of less developed countries because of their exposure to European culture and technology.

The innovators in the travel market wanted less crowded and unique destinations. They are attracted to new and/or exotic destinations. They lose interest if the destination becomes more widely publicized and better known.

the destination area’s history is similar to the maturity phase of the product life cycle where sales volumes are at their peak.

it has a smaller population the final point in the destination area’s life cycle because it has lost its appeal to both market.

person who provides assistance, information on cultural, historical and contemporary heritage to people on organized tours and individual clients at educational establishments, religious and historical sites, museums, and at venues of other significant interes

provides travel and tourism-related services to the general public on behalf of accommodation or travel suppliers. It can also serve as general sales agents for airlines that do not have offices in a specific region.

creates packages from the value chain of tourism. For example, the package created may include airline (transportation), hotel (accommodation), and a tourism attraction, all in one price. They may sell these products to travel agencies who act as representatives of the customer.

can either be business or leisure travelers.

are private companies that have one or a few branches often close to each other. They usually cater to a niche market and rely on repeat business from satisfied customers.

have several branches, plus a head office in a local area. The different branches may trade under different names.

are private companies, usually with a high –street presence in most Uk town and cities. They are part of large organizations which trade in other areas of travel and tourism. They attract customers by offering big discounts

These large travel agencies own and control all aspects of their operation. They provide complete travel services that include transportation, accommodation and other related to the needs of their clients.

are groups of travel agents who have formed an association to maximize buying power and sharing of technology

travel agencies are small – scale businesses that cater to a specific niche, like corporate travel services or specialized travel needs.

represents the Philippine travel sector in various international and national associations.

comprised of airports, airlines, ai navigation service providers, and activities that directly serve passengers or provide airfreight service

includes the manufacture and maintenance of aircraft systems, frames, and engines and aviation–specific ground equipment.

These are airline companies that generate annual revenues of $1 billion or more. Typically, they offer both national and international flights.

These airlines have annual revenues between $100 million and $1 billion. They offer regional, national, and international flights as well.

These are companies that have annual revenues of less than $100 million. These airlines focus primarily on short-haul flights.

Known as the first airline in Asia, it first chartered flight in March 1941. It is also the first Asian irline that crossed the Pacific via a Manila Oakland route to the United States.

known for its low fare and excellent value strategy.

Formerly known as Asian Spirit, it offers flights to 18 local destinations.

are directly involved in the production and selling of airline services.

Some of their functions include airline and flight crew scheduling and training.

responsible for assuring the safety and airworthiness of the aircraft.

Their primary responsibility is to set fares, and strategically market and oversee the promotions of the airline. They are also in charge of customer service, cargo sales, reservations, and foodservice

Leads the whole team on the flight. His major responsibility is making major command decisions, leading the crew team and managing emergencies for the safety and security of airline passengers

The second in command also provides a second opinion on piloting decisions, keeping pilot error minimum

luxury vessel that is used to take passengers on a pleasure voyage in a journey that is as much a part of the experience as the various destinations on the way.

are in-depth documents that give insight into an industry, where it came from, and where it appears to be going. A typical report looks at the industry leaders, forces affecting the industry and financial data for the industry.

were expensive and only the wealthy could afford to travel first class.

refers to the lowest decks in a ship and only offers basic amenities.

the second largest shipping company in the Philippines. It is one of the major subsidiaries of the aboitiz group of companies.

considered the oldest shipping line in the Philippines. It was established on July 26,1932.

a vehicle carrying many passengers; used for public transport; "he always rode the bus to work"

Considered one of the earliest modes of transportation

are the largest group of hotels that primarily caters to business travelers. They offer a wide variety of services and facilities that meet the exquisite taste of their guests. State – of – the – art rooms and recreational facilities are often offered in this cat

are designed for relaxation and vacationing guests as they target the leisure market. It may be located in the mountains, on an island, or in some other exotic location away from crowded residential areas

usually are converted houses, or historical buildings that offer rentable rooms to guests. The number of guest rooms in this category ranges from 20 to 30. They may only offer limited facilities but their food and beverage service makes guests feel quite at home.

feature luxury rooms. Guest rooms can have a foyer and kitchen, as well as butler service.

designed for travelers who intend to stay for five days or longer and require reduced hotel services. These kinds of hotels usually include a kitchen area

primarily cater to conventions and meetings of small to large groups.

highlight gaming as one of the entertainment venues for guests.

is the right to use a property, typically a resort room, in which multiple parties have rights, such as the right – to- use. In short, it is a future purchase for intended future vacations at today’s prices.

type of timeshare ownership in which usage rights are assigned to a specific week of the year every year. It usually begins on a Friday, Saturday, or a Sunday and is given a number starting with the first week of January through the end of December.

allows owners to pick any available week within a season

share points equal to the level of ownership which can then be used to make travel arrangements within the resort group.

invented High Speed Rail with the first bullet train, called Shinkansen (new trunk line) opening in 1964

runs the biggest HSR network in Europe with 3,100 km (1,926 mi) of track and 1,800 km (1,118 mi) under construction.

famous train transport system which offers rail passes for train travel all over Europe.

Railway transportation between France and Britain is linked by the longest tunnel underneath the sea

is the longest seabased tunnel in the world

is the largest provider of intercity bus transportation, serving more than 2,300 destinations with 13,000 a year