Introduction to Tourism

3.1 Demonstrate an understanding of the history and evolution of travel. 3.2 Examine the motivations, needs, and expectations of travellers.

Definitions Tourism Travel for the purposes of leisure or recreation Tourist Someone who travels to a place outside their usual environment and stays there for less than one year

What Does It Take to Be a Tourist? Disposable Income Time Infrastructure

History of Tourism “Holiday” Derived from the words “holy” and “day” “Pilgrimage” Travel to a sacred place Mecca Required in the Muslim faith Graceland Home of Elvis Presley

History Cont’d Why did people start traveling? See things Buildings, art, etc. Learn new languages Taste new food

Grand Tour Rich English men traveled Europe England – France – Switzerland – Italy – Germany – Holland What is the modern equivalent?

Backpacking! It’s a rite of passage! Also known as a “gap year” (Europe) or “walkabout” (Australia). Source: Wikipedia (

Community Circle: Question of the Day: If you were planning your own gap year, where would you go and why?

Assignment: In a written reflection state the destination you chose to visit during our community circle. Then complete the following chart: NEEDS (What you have to have, i.e. can’t go without?) EXPECTATIONS (What opportunities might you have or what potential is there for your trip?) MOTIVATIONS (Why did you choose this destination)