Transportation, Recreation, Attractions, and Gaming in Tourism

These flashcards cover key concepts regarding the transportation, recreation, attractions, and gaming sectors in tourism.

Transportation Sector

Part of the tourism and hospitality industry focused on the movement of people and goods, essential for access to destinations.

Pre-Industrial Travel System Era

A time before widespread industrialization with few common carriers and irregular transportation services.

Mature-Railway System Era

An era characterized by aggressive marketing of railway services and the formation of travel agencies started by Thomas Cook in the 1840s.

Air Transportation

A key mode of transport that revolutionized long-distance travel and includes vehicles like airplanes and helicopters.

Automobile Transportation

Mode of transport that provides flexibility and is often used for short distances, involving private cars and buses.

Sea Transportation

Includes various water-based travel methods such as cruises and ferries, offering scenic views and travel opportunities across countries.

Recreation

Activities, often participatory, that provide diversion from routine, such as visiting parks, theaters, and museums.

Natural Attractions

Tourism sites appealing due to their natural features, e.g., national parks and forests.

Heritage Attractions

Sites appealing to tourists interested in history and culture, like the Great Wall of China.

Gaming Entertainment

A subset of the gaming industry focused on casino operations and related entertainment activities.

Table Games

Casino games where wagers are placed between the casino and players, such as craps and roulette.

Slot Machine/Video Games

Casino games involving random number generation for pay-offs, including slot machines and video poker.

Casino Cage

The financial hub within a casino handling customer transactions and accounting of casino floor activities.