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AOHT Principles of Hospitality and Tourism Lesson 8 Entertainment Student Resources ‘Student Resource 8.1 Reading: What Do Travelers Do for Fun? Student Resource 8.2 | Worksheet: Planning an Itinerary, Part One Student Resource 8.3 Worksheet: Planning an Itinerary, Part Two - Desorine tne types of estdelisamens ndt make UP ine enietainment secror _ MaKe Infrences avout potenrid entarrainmant Cnoice yard on demographic warar mation o summarieg ing important wncornatlon a travalor VeedS {0 knowl apo a SpeciFit emertainmont activity 1 DEVOOpE @ sample tinorary far q nign Sonu vacation Pa ~ Copyright © 2007-2011 National Academy Foundation. All rights reserved. sorgemasoenswscnn — ASNIAY Dannds = Student Resource 8.1 ‘hele Wha | e! Reading: What Do Travelers Do for Fun? Entertainment is an important part of traveling. Itcan provide a much needed break from the stress of a business trp. and offers 2 ay for both business and leur avelers to have fun, sociakze, gek ‘exercise, and even edveate themselves, Types of Entertainment Entertainment businesses are typically organized into fe categories leisure, recreation, amusement, fis and entertainment, and sports Businesses fal into these catagories based on the consumer needs they mect and the acts they otter Leisure Leisure activites can be enjoyed and performed by almost anyone. They requie litle or no athetic ability, ‘and they are designed to help travelers relax and enjoy thew vacations. Businesses that offer these ‘Sctviles inchide hotels, shopping mals, touting companies, and Beach fesons. They ate usually located in large cles ang near tounst resons, Leisure and recreation businesses earn money by charging tourists fer souvenir, entrance tothe facility, of rides on busses ot other guided sightseeing trips. These businesses cater to the consumer desire to relax and spend ne with tnends and family, Leisure actviies Inchige But are not imited to ‘Shopping for souvenirs ‘Shopping in general, especialy discount outlets Sightseeing : ° pens A Chicago pidge Mall room onaorcuse secasenseaaieu 400 NUTT Michigan shups ee a A eater tweet palacg, Recreation Recreation actives require more energy and effort, but many tourists find them fun and exciting, The businesses that offer these activities include expedition companies, ski resorts, boat rental agencies, tour tude compas, rtng ie, an ie ena chop Toy are eat at oie! esos an neat Paral \ attractions like lakes, rivers, and mountains. Recreation businesses earn money by charging tourists for \ tntrance tickets, renial gear. rained guides, of lessons. These businesses cater (0 the consumer Jesie for fun, excitement, and adventure, Recreaional ates include but ae not limited to + Salling lore ACINGAGO PAKS ANY Gr Hiking, rock climbing, or jogging + lee skating A dil stale field sang Kv Michigan Seaummirag [rafting 2 pact TOMY Cotes nd amusement pak des 1 Racing go-karts 1 Steing on cining wats ° = ms x tne Tals taity army + Praying pant ban | Rrveminsononn 7 MMT ClCago Fun nous Arts and Entertainment bis ietinments a bad category tincudes cal, cultural, and education, ry eee gus. PKS, 2008, mee ane ty located in larger cies, Gucinente ‘nd food and bever tenes, and enjoy the Nertsinmentactviies + Atterding the batt cr he opera + Witcing @ movie ata movi theater ‘mms FLIGOIN DAK 290 + Gang oa concert * Going 0 lay, a musical, oy 2 comedy show pre ete oan reserved [AOHT Principles of Hospitality and Tou: eeretete Muse of contemporary litt visiting @ museum exhibit Looking at artin 2 gallery ve ¥ Tn cnjggd neater Sports pos sivies nce partcpaing iat eves aswel 38 walching hem ahough mos owism Spats ee aeses ate designed fr spctlos. Spots businesses clue spars arenes, haere rier and beverage vendors nie he avnas, and sports product vendors They sot by performers tom aches, snacks and beverages, and jerseys and athe colctrs ems. They mee he consumer desire for watching favorite sports teams, spending time with friends and family, and collecting Tee Tocvenre Sports acuies cle bul ae nt limited 10 + Meorosomesetemetie ig 40 pulls garno ane eh wrgte} fil 1 Watchng he Obs 4 ur celular field Waiching or participating in golf, soccer, baseball, Basketball, or Volleyball tournaments Watching or participating in a tennis match opytight © 2007-2011 National Academy Foundation All rights reserved. Lesson 8 Enlertainment a Student Resource 52 Worksheet: Planning an Itinerary, Part One svsorvones ATMeY Dando Pde tao] What Is an Itinerary? Itineraries are detailed lists of the planned events or activities on a trip. ineraries help travelers remember what they are going to do each day and where. Some people may plan their trip months in advance, while others may be so busy they have a hard time remembering everything they are supposed to do. In both cases, an itinerary can help. The itinerary informs travelers about what they will be doing each day, such as going on a scenic helicopter ride over the Grand Canyon on one day, visiting the spa the next day, and seeing a play the next. The itinerary may tell travelers how to get to the helicopter site, spa, and performing arts center, and whether they have paid for each event or service. Itineraries can be very general or very detailed, and they are often very helpful for travelers, especially travelers who sign up for vacation packages. Creating itineraries is an important part of a travel agent's job. ‘Sample itineraries are often included as a part of vacation packages. This is a way for potential travelers to imagine what their trip might look like before they sign up for i. Itineraries may also include transportation arrangements, such as flight or rental car information, and hotel information, such as check-in times. As you continue to work on this project, you will revise your itinerary to include more information about your trip. Planning the Itineraries Your vacation package needs to include an itinerary. It should include a wide variety of activities, including at least one activity from each of the five categories: + Leisure cm OR BL «Arts and Entertainment + Sports Before you begin completing the steps below, read through all of the areas you will be researching Gn Ca gu es ap07-2011 National Academy Foundation. All rights reserved, AOHT Prine! rinciples of Hospital Lesson 8 enone Hospitality and Tourism Step 1: What Might Your Guests Enjoy? gan tink of the and your gr0eP oe ination and the nt oe ewe I you rated. 7 On.one group member's copy of this re: following chart that your quests might e1 ms lists of activities the class came up with inthe last class period 10 98t YO" possible activities for each category vities [category | Possible ActiVil ficsue «4 CIGAGO Ridge Mal! teh Archigan shop € Wal 10vtCr palace Recreation ¥ Chica P Pare an 4 All State k {ike Nichi Amusement FSIX FIGS GOAT EG : nied trails fami ; i ing chicago tun N0Use Frac nd Enertainment | i ° 7200 ‘asts and Entertainm Sn at con art ary Art 4 the nica4qo ined spor x lugage pulls ame x Wrigicy td aus conmar fd Leisure [rating Po Nena Academy Foundation. Al igh reserved your destination YOU Cae do research using Novi you need to research whi "goal should be 10 Ist 2 east three or four actiiles guidebooks. travel brochures. {or each category i~ ot ‘To reep track of your research, walle vee ots ona big piece of chart Paper like this aetvity category comment's source of iformation, C28 at. worth considering. write on the chart paper This wil in ehorces of things 10.00 every day. ach time you find an actviy 1S Secome your master list from whe You can divide up this work among & vers n one of to ways: euer PY resource (one of You Conducts online research. one |. mpergebook. and S0 on) OF DY Caledon (one of you researches sre One sport ai ogee ratter method. and you iP ‘geross an activily “omeone else's category et yon it before adding it to the chart admission KS: SQunineas if ANU oud

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