the westminister school dubai. role of attractions
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THE WESTMINISTER SCHOOLDUBAI
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Role of attractions
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Attractions
• Tourist attractions are a dynamic component of travel and tourism industry .They attract visitors to a destination by providing opportunities for relaxation, amusement, entertainment and education.
• Visitor attractions are of 2 types:Natural attractions(mountains,forests,landmarks,nature) Built attractions(theme parks, museums sports, cinemas, malls,
parks)
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Role of tourist information and guiding services
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Tour guides
• Tour guides usually refer to the activity of accompanying a group of visitors around a particular site, town or part of a region,giving information on the history ,pointing out the interests, and responsible for conducting the group efficiently.
• TICs(Tourist Information Centre) carry a wide range of promotional leaflets, brochures, guide books pertaining to the local area.
• It is the outlet for booking the tourist guides
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Role of ancillary tourist services
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Ancillary Services
• The chain of distribution provides opportunities to offer additional travel products and services to their customers (money exchange, travel insurance)
• Travel Insurance is offered by both tour operators and travel agents .
• TICs provide ancillary services like accommodation booking, sell tickets for theatres etc.
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Role of Tourism Board
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Tourist Board
• The role of NTO(National Tourism organization) is very significant and their mission is to increase the value of inbound tourism to a particular country.
• NTO will exert control and influence the local / regional tourist board in delivering services to the visitors.