Week 2: The Concept of Tourism and Hospitality

Vocabulary flashcards covering key concepts from the notes on tourism and hospitality.

Tourism

The temporary, short‑term movement of people to a destination outside their usual places of residence and work, and the activities they undertake during their stay; the term is linked to the idea of learning/studying (Hebrew Torah).

Hospitality

From the Latin hospitare, meaning to receive as a guest; the host is expected to meet the guest’s basic requirements while they are away from home.

Food and Beverage

A core component of tourism and hospitality dealing with the preparation, service, and sale of food and drink to guests.

Lodging

A core component involving accommodation services provided to guests, such as hotels, inns, or other places to stay.

Recreation and Entertainment

A component providing leisure activities and shows for guests.

Travel and Tourism

A component covering the movement of people and the industry that supports tourism activities.

Tourist

A visitor who stays at least 24 hours at a destination.

Excursionist

A visitor who stays less than 24 hours at a destination.

Elements of Travel

Distance, length of stay, residence of traveler, and purpose of travel.

Domestic Tourism

Tourism that takes place within the traveler's own country.

International Tourism

Tourism involving movement of people across international boundaries.

Inclusive Tour

An arrangement where transport and accommodation are bought together by the tourist at an all-inclusive price.

Independent Tour

An arrangement where transport and accommodation are bought separately, either in advance through a travel agent or during the tour.

IIT (Independent Inclusive Tour)

A tour where the traveler travels to the destination individually, often implying independent arrangements within an inclusive framework.

GIT (Group Inclusive Tour)

A tour where travelers join a group and travel in the company of other tourists under an inclusive package.

Tourist Product Characteristics

Services that are largely psychological in attraction and vary in standard and quality over time.

Site Attraction

A destination feature that may be a country or geographic region attracting visitors.

Event Attraction

Attractions that include congresses, exhibitions, and festivals.

Natural Attraction

Attractions that are natural features, such as mountains, beaches, or other landscapes.

Man-made Attraction

Attractions created by humans, such as buildings of historical or architectural interest.

Tourist Destination

A site or region that attracts visitors, encompassing site attractions and event attractions.

Characteristics of Tourism

The product must be sought by travelers (not delivered to them); it is not consumed like a good; it is labor-intensive, people-oriented, multi‑dimensional, seasonal, and dynamic.

Characteristics of Hospitality

Open 365 days a year, 24 hours a day; relies on shift work; focuses on guest satisfaction; is intangible and perishable.

Importance of Tourism and Hospitality

Contributes to balance of payments, disperses development, affects economic growth, provides employment, and yields social benefits, cultural enrichment, educational value, and peace.

Symbol of Hospitality

The pineapple, used as a centerpiece to symbolize welcome, friendship, and hospitality.

Pineapple

A symbol of hospitality and a sign of welcome, often displayed as a centerpiece at gatherings.