Tourism Development Quiz

What is the main purpose of the tourism planning process?

• To determine the relation between tourism planning and tourism development

• To outline broad development concepts

• To provide guidelines for development compliance

• To maximize financial returns for the private sector

What is the principal role of the private sector in tourism development?

• To operate attractions such as museums

• To generate financial profits

• To act as a catalyst for government projects

• To provide specialized technical skills

What is the most important function of the government in tourism development?

• To operate attractions such as historical centers

• To finance all tourism projects

• To provide low-cost vacation opportunities

• To act as a catalyst and complement private sector efforts

What are the criteria used to identify desirable tourism projects by a government agency?

• Proximity to shopping centers and restaurants

• Economic contributions and environmental impact

• Developer's reputation and operator capabilities

• Historical significance and cultural impact

What is the first step in the tourism project evaluation and analysis system?

• Market Analysis

• Economic Feasibility Analysis

• Pre-feasibility Study

• Site Analysis

What is the main objective of a pre-feasibility study for a tourism project?

• To analyze the project's construction costs

• To estimate the project's operating profits

• To calculate the rate of return on investment

• To determine the justification for a detailed economic feasibility study

What is the focus group method used for in tourism project analysis?

• To calculate the project's economic contributions

• To explore individual preferences and attitudes

• To determine the site selection criteria

• To forecast demand for the project

What is the purpose of cost-benefit analysis for tourism projects?

• To measure and weigh all costs and benefits of alternative projects

• To determine the project's construction costs

• To provide financial incentives for the project

• To forecast demand for the project

What are examples of government financial incentives for tourism projects?

• Tax Holidays and Remission of Tariffs

• Interest rebates and Equity participation

• Tax Reductions and Working Capital loans

• Land donations and Infrastructure Assistance

Who generally supplies the majority of financing for tourism projects?

• International organizations

• Private sector

• Non-profit organizations

• Government agencies