Aice travel

market-driven

"Firm's policy or strategy guided by market trends and customer needs instead of the firm's productive capacity or current products."Using market knowledge to determine the corporate strategy of an organization.

ICT

(informational and communication technology )-an umbrella team that includes any communication devices or application ,encompassing :radio,television,cellphones ,computer/network hardware and software satellite system ,as well as the various service and applications associated with them . -ICT has no official definition since it is ever evolving and developing with new technology and protocol

indirect employment

(n) employment of people to work for a company by an independent business that provides their services under a contract

horizontal integration

-Absorption into a single firm of several firms involved in the same level of production and sharing resources at that level. -Horizontal integration is the process of a company increasing production of goods or services at the same part of the supply chain. A company may do this via internal expansion, acquisition or merger. The process can lead to monopoly if a company captures the vast majority of the market for that product or service.

Ecotourism

A form of tourism, based on the enjoyment of scenic areas or natural wonders, that aims to provide an experience of nature or culture in an environmentally sustainable way. -trips to experience the unspoiled natural environment and wildlife in destinations such as Amazonian or Antarctica

motel

A motel, an abbreviation for "motor hotel", is a small-sized low-rise lodging establishment similar to a limited service, lower-cost hotel, but typically with direct access to individual rooms from the car park

product line extension

A product line extension is the use of an established product brand name for a new item in the same product category. ... Line extension occurs when the company lengthens its product line beyond its current range. The company can extend its product line down-market stretch, up-market stretch, or both ways.

Scheduled flight

A scheduled flight means that tickets to this flight are sold via various sales channels around the world. Scheduled flights may have connection flights. Charter flights, on the other hand, are bought from the airline by a tour operator. ... "The underlying issue here involves whose commercial risk a given flight is.

built attraction

A travel agency is a private retailer or public service that provides travel and tourism related services to the public on behalf of suppliers such as activities, airlines, car rentals, cruise lines, hotels, railways, travel insurance, and package tours.

ethnic restaurants

Ethnic foods are defined as foods originating from a heritage and culture of an ethnic group who use their knowledge of local ingredients of plants and/or animal sources

fine dining restaurant

Fine dining restaurants, also referred to as white tablecloth restaurants, are typically higher end and fancier restaurants. As opposed to casual eateries, cafes or family-style restaurants, fine dining caters to an upscale clientele and provides the highest quality of food

regulation

Formulate a legal and regulatory framework for the sustainable development and management of tourism, protection and conservation of natural and cultural resources; and, facilitation of the involvement of private sector and local communities in tourism development activities

handicrafts

Handicrafts are part of tangible cultural heritage of all nations. ... Some try to show their originality and identity by offering new products made through combination of their national symbols with their handicrafts.

cost /quality ratio

In economics and engineering, the price-performance ratio refers to a product's ability to deliver performance, of any sort, for its price. Generally speaking, products with a lower price/performance ratio are more desirable, excluding other factors.

product differentiation

In economics and marketing, product differentiation (or simply differentiation) is the process of distinguishing a product or service from others, to make it more attractive to a particular target market. This involves differentiating it from competitors' products as well as a firm's own products.

disposable income

Income remaining for a person to spend or save after all taxes have been paid

Direct employment

Jobs that are created within a business. For example, direct employment is created for baggage handlers if a new airport is constructed. See indirect employment.

natural attractions

Natural Attractions basically means things to visit that have not been man-made. So not a Zoo or a Theme park but a volcano or a cave that is worth visiting.

rail transport

Rail transport is a means of transferring of passengers and goods on wheeled vehicles running on rails, also known as tracks.

RTO

Regional Tourism Organisations throughout the country. RTOs are responsible for destination marketing - the promotion of their regions to potential domestic and international visitors.

exchange rate

The measure of how much one currency is worth in relation to another.

Architecture

The term architectural tourism means going to a travel destination to see historical monuments and architecture. ... Tourism is one of the fastest growing sectors and architectural tourism has really come up in the last couple of years.

themed restaurant

Theme restaurants are restaurants in which the idea for the restaurant takes priority over everything else. It influences the architecture, food, music, and overall "feel" of the restaurant. The food usually takes a backseat to the presentation of the theme.

tour operator holiday representatives

Tour or holiday representatives are responsible for looking after groups of holidaymakers on package holidays, often at international destinations. They make sure that everything runs smoothly, handling any complaints and resolving problems. Typical duties involve: undertaking pre-holiday research into local facilities.

tour operator or holiday representative

Tour or holiday representatives are responsible for looking after groups of holidaymakers on package holidays, often at international destinations. They make sure that everything runs smoothly, handling any complaints and resolving problems. Typical duties involve: undertaking pre-holiday research into local facilities.

leisure travel

Travel for rest, relaxation, and enjoyment.

mass tourism

a form of tourism that involves a large number of tourists coming to one destination

GDP

a monetary measure of the value of all final goods and services produced in a period (quarterly and annually). GDP estimates are commonly used to determine the economic performance of a whole country or region and to make international comparisons. Gross National Product (GNP) is similar to GDP but GNP includes the value of all goods and services produced by nationals whether in the country or not.

grey market

a niche market in the tourism sector that refers to the seniors travellers

tour guide

a person whose job is to show tourists around towns, museums, etc.

integrated resort

a relatively new, mixed development concept which are large scale and purpose built

WTO

agency responsible for the promotion of the responsible sustainable, and universally accessible tourism

infrastructure

all the things needed to support a city or industry .these include :water systems,sewage,power,streets,transport;(railroads ,airports),schools to train employees ,etc.

rural destination

also known as countryside destinations, they are in more remote and less densely populated areas

responsible tourism

an approach to the management of tourism ,aimed at motivating economic ,social and environment benefits and minimizing cost to destinations

inbound tourism

an international tourist arriving from another country

destination

any geographical area consisting of all the services and infrastructure necessary to support tourism i.e. the basic physical and organizational structures and facilities

traditions

customs or beliefs handed down from generation to generation

fast food

food that can be prepared quickly and easily and is sold in restaurants and snack bars as a quick meal or to be taken out.

amenity

something that adds to one's comfort or convenience

NTO

the body responsible or the formation and implementation of national tourist policy

Sustainability

the concept of visiting somewhere as a tourist and trying to make a positive impact on the environment, society, and economy. Tourism can involve primary transportation to the general location, local transportation, accommodations, entertainment, recreation, nourishment and shopping.

private sector

the majority of travel and tourism organization .most are small and medium enterprises (SME).made up of commercial enterprises that are in business to make money and generate a profit

repatriation

the process of returning a person to their place of origin or citizenship

Accessibility

the relative ease with which a destination may be reached from some other place

intangibility

the service product cannot be easily evaluated or demonstrated in advance of its purpose .a sample cannot be provided.

tourism

the temporary short term movement of people to destinations outside of places where they normally live and work and their activities during their stay at these destinations

Shoulder months

the travel season between peak and off-peak seasons, especially spring and autumn, when fares tend to be relatively low

purpose-built resort

these offer accommodation, food and beverages, activities and amenities designed around a certain theme and were carefully planned and developed to attract certain customer groups

beach resorts

they are on the beach and the main amenities and activities for a visitors linked to the beach

adventure tourism

tourism activities which focus on adventure activities, usually for the individual in a challenging natural environment

Dark Tourism

tourism directed to places that are identified with death and suffering

perishability

travel and tourism product cannot be stored for sale on a future occasion .a hotel room or Arline seat represents lost revenue that cannot be recouped

business travel

travel for the sole purpose of conducting an individual's or company's business -MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions)

gastronomy

trips made to destinations where the local food and beverages are the main motivating factors for travel.

seasonality

variable demand for various tourism products and services throughout the year

VFR

visiting friends and relatives

domestic tourism

when the trip or holiday takes place with in a persons home country

international tourism

when travelers crosses one or more national boarders

vertical integration

-Practice where a single entity controls the entire process of a product, from the raw materials to distribution -Vertical integration occurs when two companies at different levels in the chain of distribution merge or are bought. For example a tour operator may buy a travel agency. Tour operators have bought or created airlines, hotels and travel agencies.

religious tourism

-Religious journeys or pilgrimages to destinations such as Jerusalem, Lourdes and Mecca.

hotel

-a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services -The hospitality industry is a broad category of fields within the service industry that includes lodging, food and drink service, event planning, theme parks, transportation, cruise line, traveling and additional fields within the tourism industry.

travel agency

-a business that arranges transportation, accommodations, and itineraries for customers -A travel agency is a private retailer or public service that provides travel and tourism related services to the public on behalf of suppliers such as activities, airlines, car rentals, cruise lines, hotels, railways, travel insurance, and package tours.

medical tourism

-a global industry that involves traveling, primarily across international borders, for the purpose of obtaining medical care -medical packages which offer cheaper general or cosmetic surgery abroad

car hire

-an agency or company that rents automobiles for short periods of time, generally ranging from a few hours to a few weeks

bed and breakfast

-an overnight boardinghouse with breakfast -A bed and breakfast (typically shortened to B&B or BnB) is a small lodging establishment that offers overnight accommodation and breakfast. Bed and breakfasts are often private family homes and typically have between four and eleven rooms, with six being the average.

Tourism generating area

-places where the majority of tourists originate -

non-commercial organization

-public sector -service provided for the populations that are from public money -unlike the private sector ,public sector organizations are not primarily concerned with making a profit

self-catering

-relating to a holiday in which you stay in a place where you can cook your own food -apartments/accommodation. a self-catering holiday. We decided to go for self-catering rather than stay in a hotel. Tourism & holidays.

commercial organization

-the majority organizations in the t&t industry operate in the private sector the private sector is made up of commercial enterprises that are in the business to make money and generate profit

resort

A Resort Hotel is a is a full service lodging facility, intended primarily for vacationers and usually located in places frequented for relaxation or recreation, such as beaches, seashores, scenic or historic areas, ski parks, spas. ... Some resorts can operate on a seasonal basis instead of all year-round.

budget flight

A budget airline or low-cost carrier is an airline which tries to keep its prices and fares lower than competitors. It usually does this by not offering services like free food and drink on a flight and keeping fines from airports low by keeping on time. They also usually only use one type of aircraft.

chartered flight

A charter flight is an unscheduled flight that is not part of a regular airline routing. With a charter flight, you rent the entire aircraft and can determine departure/arrival locations and times. There are several types of charter flights.

DMC

A destination management company (DMC) is a professional services company with local knowledge, expertise and resources, working in the design and implementation of events, activities, tours, transportation and program logistics.

visa

A document that allows a limited period of leisure travel within a country, but no business activity.

Culture

Beliefs, customs, and traditions of a specific group of people.

climate

Climate and weather are important factors in tourists' decision making and also influence the successful operation of tourism businesses. More specifically, climate is defined as the prevailing condition observed as a long term average in a location.

consular provider

Consular assistance. Consular assistance is help and advice provided by the diplomatic agents of a country to citizens of that country who are living or traveling overseas. The diplomats may be honorary consuls, or members of the country's diplomatic service.

outbound tourism

international tourist departing from their usual country of residence

specialized tourism

is individual or group tours by the people who wish to develop their given interests or visit places with a connection to their specific interest

packaged tourism

is the simultaneous sale of at least two elements of a holiday to the traveller, such as fares on public transport (e.g. flights)

independent tourism

is when the traveller organizes and books transport and accommodation from separate sources rather than purchasing them together as a part of an organized package

LEDC

less economically developed countries ;a nation with a less developed industrial base and a low human index (HDI)

Tourism receiving area

main areas to which the majority of tourists travel

sustainability tourism

meets the needs of tourist and local communities while protecting the natural,historical ,and culture environment for the future .

MEDC

more economically developed countries;sovereign state has a highly developed economy and advanced technological infrastructure

public sector

non-commercial organization that play an important role in helping to promote destination and they often provide a range of services ,to encourage tourism development such as grants to start new business and advance on marketing .

street food

prepared or cooked food sold by vendors in a street or other public location for immediate consumption.

urban destination

relatively high population density so there are mainly large towns and cities