1. Travel and Tourism Introductory Terms to Know

2. Review! Travel- Movement from one place to another
Tourism- travel to one location for at least 24 hours but less than a year

3. Types of Tourism

4. Business Tourism-
Travel to complete a business transaction or attend a business event

5. Nature Tourism
travel to enjoy a natural setting or wildlife, including ecotourism, which specializes in the study and conservation of natural environments

6. Cultural Tourism
travel to experience the history, folklore, and culture of a people, including “big city” tourism where people are attracted to the city for the nightlife, entertainment etc.

7. Social Tourism
travel that involves the company of others (tour bus, family visits)

8. Recreation Tourism
tourism to escape the routine of daily life, such as camping or beach tourism

9. Active Tourism
- tourism that has a set objective, such as climbing a mountain or learning a new language

10. Sports Tourism
tourism to experience a sport or sporting event, such as a ski holiday or the Olympics

11. Religious Tourism
tourism that involves visiting a place of spiritual significance

12. Health Tourism
tourism to improve one’s house, such as a visit to a health resort or weight loss camp

13. Adventure Tourism
tourism that involves a challenge and adventure, such as trekking through a tropical rainforest or rock climbing

14. Wilderness Tourism
tourism in remote wilderness areas to experience something very different from everyday life