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1TOURISM Operations and Management Prof. Sunetra Roday, MSIHMCT, Pune Prof. Archana Biwal, MSIHMCT, Pune Prof. Vandana Joshi, MSIHMCT, Pune Copyright © 2009 Oxford University Press Chapter 1: Introduction to Travel and Tourism Chapter 1 Introduction to Travel and Tourism Copyright © 2009 Oxford University Press Chapter 1: Introduction to Travel and Tourism . It includes day visits and excursions. Definition • Tourism is the temporary short-term movement of people to destinations outside the place where they normally live and work and includes the activities they indulge in at the destination as well as all facilities and services specially created to meet their needs. Copyright © 2009 Oxford University Press Chapter 1: Introduction to Travel and Tourism . Tourism does not only mean travelling to a particular destination but also includes all activities undertaken during the stay. Tourists • The tourist market is divided into: 1. The leisure tourist 2. The business tourist Copyright © 2009 Oxford University Press Chapter 1: Introduction to Travel and Tourism . Domestic and international tourism Copyright © 2009 Oxford University Press Chapter 1: Introduction to Travel and Tourism . Tourism Regions of the World Copyright © 2009 Oxford University Press Chapter 1: Introduction to Travel and Tourism . Constituents of the tourism industry Main constituents Secondary constituents Shops and state emporiums Transport industry Arts and crafts Hospitality industry Local transport Banks Entertainment industry Insurance companies Travel agents and tour Communication services- operators Media Performing artists Guides and escorts Publishers Tourism organizations Advertisers Hawkers and coolies Agents and brokers Copyright © 2009 Oxford University Press Chapter 1: Introduction to Travel and Tourism . Most visited countries in the world in 2006 and 2007 Copyright © 2009 Oxford University Press Chapter 1: Introduction to Travel and Tourism . International tourism receipts in billions (USD) Copyright © 2009 Oxford University Press Chapter 1: Introduction to Travel and Tourism . Reasons for rapid pace of growth • Greater disposable incomes • Women entering the workforce • Leave travel allowance (LTA) facility • Availability of low cost carriers • Greater awareness about travel and tourism • Discretionary time and money available • Double income no kids (DINK) policy • An unquenchable thirst or desire to travel • Stress and strain of routine work Copyright © 2009 Oxford University Press Chapter 1: Introduction to Travel and Tourism . Most visited tourist attractions Copyright © 2009 Oxford University Press Chapter 1: Introduction to Travel and Tourism . The world’s top 15 cities in 2007 with world ranking Copyright © 2009 Oxford University Press Chapter 1: Introduction to Travel and Tourism . An inter-disciplinary perspective of tourism Copyright © 2009 Oxford University Press Chapter 1: Introduction to Travel and Tourism . The Tourism System • Traveller generating region • Transit region • Tourist destination region • Tourists and • Tourism industry Copyright © 2009 Oxford University Press Chapter 1: Introduction to Travel and Tourism . Leiper’s basic tourism system Copyright © 2009 Oxford University Press Chapter 1: Introduction to Travel and Tourism . • Travel undertaken for leisure or business. • Technology such as the Internet has simplified travel bookings. • Is an integral part of our lifestyle. • Includes short visits to other places. Some important facts related to tourism • Tremendous growth potential. • Goods and services are consumed which differ from our routine. and • Is multi-disciplinary and encompasses a number of disciplines. • Generates direct and indirect employment to millions across the globe. Copyright © 2009 Oxford University Press Chapter 1: Introduction to Travel and Tourism . FIVE ‘A’S OF TOURISM • Accessibility • Accommodation • Amenities • Attractions • Activities Copyright © 2009 Oxford University Press Chapter 1: Introduction to Travel and Tourism .