Tourism:Front and Center

Chapter Thirteen

Organizations Supported by Tourism Restaurants, hotels, motels, and resorts All facets of transportation, including rental cars,

airlines, travel agents, and gasoline service stations National and state parks or recreation areas Various private attractions Organizations that support the above firms’ retail

activities, including advertising companies, publications, transportation equipment manufacturers, and travel research and development agencies

Reasons for Increasing Tourism

More leisure time Rising family incomes Population growth in the age groups most

likely to travel for pleasure

Top Three Reasons Why People Travel

To visit family and friends For outdoor recreation, entertainment, and

other pleasure-related activities To attend business functions and

conventions

Arrivals and Departures in the United States (1990s)

Total U.S. arrivals—up 8%

Total U.S. departures—up 21%

Over half of foreign arrivals are from Canada and Mexico

Number of overseas visitors—more than doubled since 1988

Trends in Air Travel

Fierce competition Hub-and-spoke system Point-to-point service Deregulation Discounted fares Partnerships between airlines Frequent-flyer programs