Principles And Practices Of Tourism (Dhtm 032)  Question Paper

Principles And Practices Of Tourism (Dhtm 032)  

Course:Education

Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers

Exam Year:2013



TIME : 2 HOURS


Instructions: Answer question one and any other three questions.
Question One
Explain four perspectives of the definition of tourism.
(4mks)
Briefly explain the components of tourism.
(8mks)
Explain four approaches used to study tourism.
(8mks)
Describe five variables that determine attractiveness of a tourist destination.
(10mks)

Question Two
Explain the following terms which describe the characteristics of tourism service/product.
(10mks)
Inseparability
Variability
Perishability
Inflexibility
Intangibility

Question Three
Explain factors to consider when choosing the mode of transport for tourist.
(5mks)
In your opinion, which mode of transport is the safest? Give reasons.
(5mks)

Question Four
Tourism brings both economic and non economic benefits to the host community. Explain. (10mks)
Question Five
Describe the process of consumer buying behavior. (10mks)

Question Six
Explain the trends in the tourism industry.
(5mks)
Explain five challenges which are associated with development of tourism in developing countries.
(5mks)






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