Chapter+5+Activities

__ *Chapter 5 Activities* __

=Case Study Pg. 95 (Part 1)=
 * Gear on the Go: **


 * 1. What circumstances led REI to create REI Adventures? ** REI gained popularity very quickly and wanted to give their customers the best equipment, and experiences, so REI adventures was born. (:


 * 2. What advantages did REI have for starting a tourism business? ** Loyal members, a good consumer base, and a strong identification with the outdoors are the advantages REI had for starting a tourism business.

= Case Study Pg. 109 (Part 2) =
 * Gear on the go: **


 * 1. Describe how REI might appeal to beginning adventurers.** REI appeals to beginners because they book your whole trip, and really seem like they know what they're doing.


 * 2. Why would REI arrange trips for families and private groups? Write a paragraph explaining your answer.** I think REI arranges trips for families and groups because these are probably common customers for them. Though, i personally would think people would adventure travel on their own, i gues you would want to share an amazing experience like that with someone else. Also, trips for families and groups, are different from trips for singles, so that is why they arrange them.

Electronic Channel //Do you think travel and tourism businesses should be required to accommodate travelers with disabilities?// Yes, i do think that travel and tourism businesses should be required to accommodate travelers with disabilities. Just because they are disabled, does not mean that they can't travel and explore the world like any normal person would want to. They should not be stripped of their natural born rights like that.
 * Getting Everyone There:**

Ethics and Issues

Hot Property
 * The Fun Ship:**


 * 1. How did Carnival Cruise Lines broaden its appeal?** Carnival broadened its appeal by running upbeat commercials, and by having activities for all ages that appealed to families.


 * 2. What kind of activities would you want on a cruise ship?** I would definitely want a shopping mall, cool activities such as rock climbing, or laser tag, and a relaxing spaaaaaaa!

Internet Activity //What did the Wright brothers invent? What three historic places related to aviation and the Wrights brothers can you visit while in Dayton?// The Wright Brothers invented the first successful airplane. You can visit the Aviation Historic Park, the National Museum of the United Sates Air Force, and the Wright Cycle Company complex.

Math Check

Profiles in Hospitality //What type of tour does Cynthia Billette plan?// I would say Cynthia Billette plans a package tour, which is a prearranged tour that offers value, guaranteed sightseeing and a quality product.
 * Northern Exposures:**

Quick Check Pg. 101
 * 1. What three factors may contribute to the growth of tourism?** Trends towards dual family incomes, baby boomers who enjoy travel, and available leisure times are all factors that may contribute to the growth of tourism.


 * 2. What are two reasons that people travel?** There are many reason why people travel, but the two main reason are **business** are **leisure**. Business travel consists of meetings, and conferences, conventions, etc. Leisure travel is travel solely for pleasure.


 * 3. What are three types of package tours?** Package tours can be planned as independent tours, hosted tours, or escorted tours.

=Quick Check Pg. 110=


 * 1. What are three significant events that affected the airline industry?** Three significant events were the Wright brothers first successfully flying an airplane in 1903, passenger service on planes that travel short distances in 1919, and in 1927 when Charles Lindbergh crossed the Atlantic Ocean.


 * 2. What are three forms of ground transportation?** Three forms of ground transportation are the automobile, the train, and the bus.


 * 3. What five factors affect the price of a ship cruise?** Five factors that affect the price are the size of the ship, the season of sailing, the length of stay, the cabin location, and the itinerary.

Tech Notes

World Market

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