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What are the three main categories of vacation Escorted, Hosted, Independent
and tour packages?
Out of the three types of tours, which one is the Escorted Tour
most structured?
What does a tour escort/tour manager do? Oversees technical details of tour and accompanies the group
What elements are usually included in an Escorted Air transport, ground transport, meals, local sightseeing, prepaid admission to attractions, tour
Tour under one price? escort, local guide, taxes/service charges/tips included
Is the itinerary fixed or free on an escorted tour? Fixed
Can you branch out and do your own thing on an No, the tour moves as a group
escorted tour?
local ground transport providing arrival and departure services for each destination - travel +
What is a tour transfer?
baggage handling (porterage) + tips
What is porterage? Baggage Handling
What is a step-on-guide? Where does that name Professional who is knowledgable about points of interests in certain areas - they "step-on" the
Toursname
come from? What is another andforVacation
this role? Packages
motor coach tour. Local Guide is another name
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, Is it common for people to make friends on an They usually have similar interests and are taking the tour for a specific attraction
escorted tour? Why?
Less controlled than an escorted tour - you choose arrival and length of stay, a host is available
What is a hosted tour?
at each location to help you plan
What are the minimum features of a hosted tour? Round-trip transfers between airport and hotel, accommodations, at least one sightseeing tour
Are you expected to travel with other members of No, the only times you would see them would be on sight seeing tours or transferring between
your group on a hosted tour? locations
A tour package with the minimum structure and prepaid features - includes accommodations and
What is an independent tour?
some sightseeing or transfers, may include airfare
Is there a host on an independent tour? No, travelers must make their own plans
What is a city or resort stay? What is another term Traveler arrives in one destination and stays the entire trip - hotel packages
for this?
What options can be included in a city/resort Transfers between airport and lodging, meals, car rental, sightseeing tours
stay/hotel package?
What is a fly-drive vacation package? Accommodations and car rental with freedom of itinerary
What is a modular package? 2-3 day mini packages, accommodations, sightseeing, transfers
Can you group modular packages together? Yes - "Create your own tour"
What is a intermodal tour? A modular tour that has two or more transportation methods
Are tour packages more or less expensive than Less expensive - save average 15-20% bulk purchases get substantial discounts dudes!
independent travel? Why?
Would you expect clients to be more or less LESS STRESSED - make sure your clients know the importance of peace of mind during travels
stressed knowing their tour is paid for and
planned?
Would you trust the locations and facilities Yes, tour companies choose THE BEST features for their clients
included in a package tour?
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