UNIT-1 INTRODUCTION TO TOURISM (English)
1.1 Introduction to Tourism Tourism means traveling to places outside your home for pleasure, learning, relaxation, or visiting someone. It can happen within a city, within a state, within a country, or across countries. A person who travels for such purposes is called a tourist. Tourism is not only about travel, but also about the services used during travel. Basic Idea of Tourism The main idea of tourism is the movement of people from one place to another. This movement is usually temporary, not permanent. People may travel for: Holiday and enjoyment Visiting relatives or friends Religious purposes Business or conferences Education or health Tourism as an Industry Tourism is called an industry because many businesses work together to serve tourists. These include: Travel agents Tour guides Transport services Hotels Restaurants Souvenir sellers Event organizers Attraction managers Why Tourism Is Important Tourism creates employment for many people. It helps in the growth of tran...