There are 6 Modules for this test; therefore, you should be familiar with the five bulleted items for each module in preparation for exam 2. The final exam consists of 50 questions, multiple choice or true/false.Module 7- What are the Types of RVs (classifications) (you will see photos of Class A, etc.) Types of Motorhomes Type A motorhomes are generally the largest Type B motorhomes or van campers are the smallest Type C motorhomes generally fall in between- Understand Why Do People Choose RVs? (reasons 1-7, several slides) Flexibility and convenience Comfort Family appeal Affordability Lure of the outdoors Versatility Rentals available- On the slide Higher Gas Prices, how many miles per gallon does the average RV get? RVs usually achieve 6-7 miles per gallon on a highway.- Which age group is listed on the slide, ‘The Recession’ as RV enthusiasts despite ‘difficult purchasing conditions’? Baby Boomers (despite difficult purchasing conditions)- What is the predicted future of the RV Market (no need to click on the link, just know the slide bullets There will be a smaller number of manufacturers in the RV Industry in the future Some of the “failing” brand names are going to be acquired by large companies Major well-known brands will emerge under new management and owners Future RVs will be lighter and smaller, a trend away from the extra large models Manufacturers will offer models with fewer bells and whistles at a lower costModule 8- What is the percentage of person-trips made by auto (slide 8) 80% of person-trips are made by auto in the U.S. (Travel Industry Association of America)- Understand the trend depicted on the slide #of Rental Cars in the US (slide 19)1- Who is the leader in the Rental Car Industry (slide 32) Total Revenues Enterprise racked $7.4 billion Hertz racked $5.2 billion Avis racked $2.97 billion- What are the two major markets in the Rental Car Industry (slide 40) Corporate Leisure Market- What are the complaints of the current Rental Car Industry on the slide The Recession (slide 49) Dirtier cars Less service Longer lines Fewer choices of modelsModule 9- Why do people choose the Rail System (slide 6) Safety Reliability Speed Convenience Comfort- When did the first steam locomotive open for service (day, date, and city), slide/video 9 The first steam locomotive opened on Christmas Day 1830 Charleston, South Carolina- What company is the primary provider of Rail Service in the US (slide 19)? Amtrak became the primary provider of passenger rail service in the United States.2- What has the US National Park Service considered installing within Yosemite National Park (slide 30)? The U.S. National Park Service has considered installing a solar powered train within Yosemite National Park in an effort to eliminate automobile traffic and pollution.- Know the bullets on International Rail Service (slide 36) Passenger rail service is more important outside of North America. Rail Service is still very important in Europe and Asia (e.g. Japan, Korea, China, and Taiwan) Often is faster and cheaper than air travel High-speed trains carry passengers between large population centers Chunnel allows travelers to travel between Europe and U.K. all by train Channel Tunnel allows travelers to travel between Europe and U.K. (opened in 1994).Module 10- Know the bullets on The Cruise Industry The cruise industry is the fastest growing segment of the travel industry in the U.S. It has achieved more than 2100 % growth since 1970 Industry estimates: 1970: 500,000 people took a cruise 2009: 13.5 million people took a cruise 2010: 15 million people took a cruise- What is the Average Length of Cruise in 2009? 7.2 Days - What are the three top states producing the most cruise passengers? The states producing the most cruise passengers are: Florida California Texas Massachusetts New York Pennsylvania New Jersey Illinois Arizona Georgia- How much of cruise vacations are books through travel agents? 90%3- What are the Pros to Cruising? A variety of choices for every budget, age group, eating habit, and activity level Do not need money for necessities “Cashless society” Meals, activities, and entertainment are paid for in advance of tripModule 11- What are the 6 A’s (Tourist Destination Factors) The 6 As Attractions Activities Access Accommodation Amenities Ancillary Services- On the slide, 3. Attractions are economic engines, what are the benefits of a region in which attractions are located? Attractions promote travel to the destination Attractions help satisfy the needs of the tourists Attractions are economic engines of the community- On the slide, Attractions, know the bullets under ‘Tourist attractions are defined as:’ Cultural and historical sites Natural landmarks Officially designated spaces- What are examples of man-made attractions? Entertainment Amusement Arcades Amusement Parks Theme Parks Gaming Events- How many sites is the National Park Service responsible for managing? The National Park Service is responsible for managing 391 sites4Module 12- Know the bullets on the slide ‘Heritage Tourism’ Basic concepts Original cultural and natural material Built environment Archaeological resource Intangible heritage Natural heritage- Know the bullets on the slide ‘The New Tourists’…this is what the new tourist expects Experiences Activity Creative Dynamic Interpretation Participation Learning- On the slide, 2009 National Research Study on US Cultural and Heritage Travel, what are the fivedifferent types of cultural and heritage travelers? Passionate Well-rounded Aspirational Self-guided Keeping it Light- What are the top 10 Cultural and Heritage Activities (note that over 50% participated in all activities/sites listed)?5- When was the Smithsonian Institution established? The Smithsonian Institution Established in 1846 Holds more than 140 million artifacts and specimensADDITIONALLY: You must read or view all materials (videos, articles, case studies, powerpoints) presented in the module
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