Hospitality Unit 3 Study Guide

Front

Which place is a continent? Hawaii, France, Africa, Maine

Back

Africa

Front

What is a primary factor that contributes to land pollution at tourist destinations?

Back

Improper waste disposal

Front

Jackie is a travel agent who is giving her clients tips on traveling to Europe. What should Jackie communicate to her clients about the ways in which traveling through several time zones often affects tourists’ physical well-being?

Back

Traveling to destinations in different time zones typically alters their sleeping patterns.

Front

What imaginary line is the dividing point for two calendar days?

Back

International Date Line (IDL)

Front

Chemical runoff from rivers and mining debris from coastal ports are factors that affect the health of the Great Barrier Reef and the sea life near the Australian coastline. Which type of environmental threat do these factors present?

Back

Water pollution

Front

Mountainous regions typically have colder climates and snow for longer periods of time. Which types of hospitality or tourism businesses are most likely to be successful in these geographic locations?

Back

Snow ski resorts and snowboard retailers

Front

Which type of printed materials do travel agents often use as a sales tool when selling vacation packages to clients?

Back

Promotional brochures

Front

What is an important component of a hospitality business’s positioning strategy? Options: Business plan, SWOT analysis, Diversification portfolio, Unique selling proposition

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Unique selling proposition

Front

Which type of marketing involves booking a tour on a website?

Back

Interactive

Front

What must a convention hotel salesperson often need to do to obtain a contract for a large business conference?

Back

Answer objections