Tour Operations and Package Design Flashcards
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In tour operations, what does 'FIT' stand for?
Answer: Free and Independent Traveler
FIT stands for Free and Independent Traveler, referring to individuals who book travel components separately rather than as part of a group package.
Which of the following best describes a 'package tour'?
Answer: A bundled travel product combining at least two elements such as transport and accommodation
A package tour bundles at least two travel components (e.g., transport and accommodation) and sells them at a combined price.
What is the primary role of a 'ground operator' in tour operations?
Answer: To handle all local logistics and services at the destination
A ground operator (also called a receptive operator) manages all on-the-ground logistics at the destination, including accommodations, local transportation, and guides.
What is 'rack rate' in the hospitality and tour industry?
Answer: The published, undiscounted standard price for a hotel room or service
Rack rate is the published full price for accommodation or services before any discounts, negotiated rates, or promotions are applied.
What is the purpose of a 'rooming list' in group tour operations?
Answer: A document listing guest names and assigned room types submitted to the hotel
A rooming list details tour participants' names and their assigned room types, submitted to the hotel before a group's arrival to ensure proper room assignments.
In tour pricing, what does 'markup' refer to?
Answer: The amount added to the net cost of a tour to cover profit and overhead
Markup is the percentage or fixed amount added above the net cost of a tour to generate profit and cover operational expenses for the tour operator.
What does an 'itinerary' in tour operations primarily serve to do?
Answer: Outline the day-by-day schedule, destinations, and activities of a tour
An itinerary is the detailed day-by-day plan of a tour, specifying destinations, activities, transportation arrangements, and accommodations for each day.