The document discusses the historical perspective of travels and tours, noting that the travel industry existed in the early 19th century with Cox and Kings and Thomas Cook playing vital roles in evolving the travel agency and tour operations business. It outlines learning objectives around discussing the development of the travel agency globally, Thomas Cook's involvement in its growth, and explaining stages and milestones in the history of the travel agency industry.
The document discusses the historical perspective of travels and tours, noting that the travel industry existed in the early 19th century with Cox and Kings and Thomas Cook playing vital roles in evolving the travel agency and tour operations business. It outlines learning objectives around discussing the development of the travel agency globally, Thomas Cook's involvement in its growth, and explaining stages and milestones in the history of the travel agency industry.
The document discusses the historical perspective of travels and tours, noting that the travel industry existed in the early 19th century with Cox and Kings and Thomas Cook playing vital roles in evolving the travel agency and tour operations business. It outlines learning objectives around discussing the development of the travel agency globally, Thomas Cook's involvement in its growth, and explaining stages and milestones in the history of the travel agency industry.
PERSPECTIVE OF TRAVELS AND TOURS LESSON 2 INTRODUCTION
• Travel industry already existed way back in
the early years of the 19th century. • Cox and Kings and Thomas Cook play a vital role in the evolution of the travel agency and tour operations business. LEARNING OBJECTIVES • Discuss the development of the travel agency business in the world • Discuss the involvement of Thomas Cook in the growth of the travel agency business • Explain the various stages and turning points in the history of the global travel agency business • Cite different milestones in the history of global travel agency business HISTORICAL BACKGROUND OF TRAVEL AGENCY AND TOUR OPERATION • The very first modern travel agency appeared in the 19th century. • Modern tour operators are organizations, companies, or private entities that cater to travelers by organizing group tours and independent travel packages.