Best notes for TS-1 Foundation Course In Tourism

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TS-1 Foundation Course In Tourism

Why tourism is different from travel?

A person who travels from one place to another for any purpose it could be leisure, religion, etc., and he is getting the services and is paying for those services is called tourism.

It is different from travel we talk about travel it means a person who travels from one place to another for any purpose but in tourism person travels from one place to another for any purpose but there he wants accommodation, sightseeing, activities, guides etc. So a person who travels for tourism wants many facilities and for those facilities, he pays too and the purpose is not only to travel so this is how tourism is different from travel.

What are the essential features of the tour? 

Here are some essential features of the tour:-

  • Transportation
  • Infrastructure
  • Accommodation
  • Meal Plan (CP, MAP)
  • Sightseeing
  • Activities
  • Safety and security

Types of Tourism

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Why is VFR tourism significant for the accommodation industry?

  • VFR usually stays for a short duration of time.
  • VFR have special bond interest so they also prefer to stay at different locations to spend memorable time with each other.
  • VFR tourists do not plan to meet according to any season or weather.
  • VFR’s main focus is to meet and gossip rather than explore a destination.
  • VFR usually prefers to stay in a family room rather than staying in a single or double room.

What are the requirements of a Special Interest tourist?

Here are some requirements of Special Interest tourists:-

  • Special interest tourists have a strong interest in traveling for a particular destination it could be history, culture, sports, adventure, pilgrimage, photography, etc.
  • Their agenda is to reach that destination for the purpose they want to travel and they usually explore and enhance their knowledge.
  • Before traveling they need to make some travel arrangements such as transportation, accommodation, guides, pick up and drop from the railway station or airport, etc.
  • Special interest tourists have the curiosity to learn explore and engage themselves in various activities.
  • And after having the experience they share their experiences on social sites, blogs, YouTube, etc., and also the pictures of their enjoyment.

What do you understand by pilgrimage?

Pilgrimage means a person who travels from one place to another for religious or spiritual reasons to a particular destination. It attracts those individuals who have faith in worship, rituals, and practices.

Mention some factors that depend on the success of a destination. 

Here are some factors that depend on the success of a destination:-

  • Accessibility
  • Accommodation
  • Safety and security
  • Food
  • Local culture
  • Quality of services
  • Infrastructure
  • Marketing and promotion
  • Attractions
  • Hospitality
  • Environmental sustainability

What is the focus of today’s tourism?

  • To promote sustainable tourism
  • To Improve infrastructure
  • To ensure more safety and security
  • To protect wildlife and birds
  • To conserve natural resources and attractions
  • To use eco-friendly accommodation
  • To preserve environment

Define a Travel Agency.

A travel agency is a company that makes travel arrangements such as transportation, accommodation, sightseeing, guides, meals, etc for the tourist as per his requirements and needs and sometimes a travel agency offers a complete tour package to the tourist according to his budget and duration.

Define guide

A guide is a person who tells about the history behind the monuments, architecture, or destination and also provides various information to educate that tourist regarding that particular destination.

Define escort

An escort is a person who right available from the start of the trip till the end of the trip. For example – from the airport, he will be with the tourist and will guide and tell each and everything till the end of the journey.

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FAQs

Which course is best in tourism ?

There are several best courses in tourism which may include B. An in Travel and Tourism Management, BBA in Tourism Management, Diploma in Travel and Tourism, BTA Bachelor of Tourism Administration, etc.

What is the title of Ts-6 course?

The Title of Ts-6 course is Tourism Marketing.

What is the highest salary in tourism?

The highest salary in tourism is 19 lakh per year which could be of a senior manager or director.

Is tourism in high demand?

Yes tourism is in high demand.

Conclusion

Ts-1 is all about the Foundation Course In Tourism. This post covers topics like Why tourism is different from travel, essential features of the tour, why VFR tourism is significant for the accommodation industry, Requirements of a Special Interest tourist, What you understand by pilgrimage, some factors that depend on the success of a destination, What is the focus of today’s tourism, Define a Travel Agency, guide, escort, etc. Here you will find the all important aspects of TS-1 for exam preparation and assignment.