TYPES, KINDS AND FORMS OF THE TOURISM INDUSTRY

types, and forms of the tourism industry.

1. Fundamentals of Hospitality and Tourism Industry

2. Hospitality and tourism industries are related; hence, they are often used interchangeably. This is because hospitality businesses rely on tourism to bring in guests, while tourism depends on hospitality to provide comfort and convenience to travelers. Thus, they often work together to create a positive travel experience. However, hospitality and tourism have distinct concepts and refer to different aspects of the industry. The key differences between them are the following:

3. Hospitality Primarily provides services and accommodations to travelers Covers a wide range of businesses and services. including hotels, restaurants, resorts, cruise ships, theme parks, and other establishments that cater to the needs and comfort of travelers.

4. Tourism Pertains to a broader concept that includes the entire travel experience.Includes activities related to planning, promoting travel, as well as the movement of people from one place to another for leisure, business, of other purposes. Covers transportation and accommodation to tourist activities.

5. As stated earlier, the tourism industry is a broader concept that includes the entire travel experience. It is one of the major industries of a country as it contributes much to the economy.

6. Tourism is an activity or a phenomenon that entails traveling from home for personal, professional, or business purposes. As such, it has so many types and forms, which are related to other services and industries, such as transportation, accommodation, food and beverages establishments, retail shops, entertainment businesses, and others.

7. Kinds of Tourists There are different kinds of tourists. One of the ways to differentiate them is through Plog's Tourist Typology, a model of travel characteristics defined by a psycho graphic scale proposed by Stanley Plog. In this typology, tourists are classified as allocentric, psychocentric, or mid-centric.

8. 1. Allocentric tourists - These tourists are described to have a preference for less frequently traveled places to satisfy their adventurous spirit. They also often travel alone, are independent, eager to learn, enjoy 297 cultural tourism, and like new or unfamiliar experiences.

9. 2. Psychocentric tourists These tourists prefer well-developed built specifically for tourism. They also prefer organized group trang as they enjoy familiarity. 3. Mid-centric tourists - These tourists are a balance between and psychocentric tourists, as many people do not fall on the spectrum.

10. 1. Adventure tourists - These tourists are daring and travel to seek thrill. 2. Backpack tourists - These tourists prefer low- cost, independent travel, which entails bringing and carrying their travel essentials in their backpacks.

11. 3. Business tourists - These tourists travel for work or business purposes. 4. Cruise tourists - These tourists are only interested in an all-inclusive trip (with food and accommodation) by boat or ship, visiting specific destinations for a specific number of days.

12. 5. Cultural tourists - These tourists travel to immerse themselves in the community and culture of a place. 6. Domestic tourists - These tourists travel to tourist attractions in their native countries for short periods of time, ranging from one day at the very least to three months at the most.

13. 7. Eco-tourists- These tourists practice sustainability and general nature care. 8. Food tourists - These tourists travel to taste different cuisine from all over the world.

14. 9. Generalist tourists - These tourists are a combination of some types of tourists. 10. Holiday tourists - These tourists mainly travel during the holidays.

15. 11. International tourists - These tourists frequently travel outside of their country. 12. Leisure tourists - These tourists travel to relax and have fun. 13. Medical tourists - These tourists travel for health reasons.

16. 14. Religious tourists - These tourists travel to significant religious places. such as churches or temples. 15. Cities or wrist sphese tourists prefer traveling to provinces than to cities or travel spots. Specialinterest tourists These tourists travel for one specific purpose, such as to see a famous landmark or visit a local library to in-depth research.

17. 16. Special- interest tourists -These tourists travel for one specific purpose, such as to see a famous landmark or visit a local library to in-depth research. 17. Sports tourists - These tourists travel to watch sports games.

18. Types and Forms of Tourism

19. Types and Forms of Tourism Based on the Point of Origin

20. Domestic Tourism Domestic tourism refers to traveling within one's own country. It involves residents of a country traveling to different destination country. It involves country for leisure, business, or other purposes .

21. Inbound or International Tourism Inbound tourism involves travelers coming from other countries to visit a specific destination. These tourists are often referred to as reign o international tourists. International tourists contribute to a country's economy through foreign exchange earnings.

22. Outbound Tourism Outbound tourism refers to residents of a country traveling to foreign destinations. These tourists are referred to as outbound tourists. Outbound tourism reflects the travel preferences and trends of a country's residents.

23. Transnational Tourism Transnational tourism involves travelers who move between two or more countries during their trip. It may include multiple inbound and outbound components within a single journey. For example, a European tourist traveling to multiple countries within Europe during one trip is engaged in transnational tourism.

24. Regional tourism Regional tourism is focused on travel within a specific region or group of neighboring countries. It involves tourists from neighboring countries exploring destinations within their geographical proximity. For example, Southeast Asian countries may in regional tourism with residents of one as theres engagiting neighboring nations, such as Thailand country.

25. Border tourism Border tourism happens when residents of a country visit located den er stational borders in neighboring countries. These d are easily accessible for short trips and day excursions.

26. Nearshore Tourism Nearshore tourism refers to travels to destinations relatively close to country's shore but still in international waters, such as cruises to neary islands.

27. Offshore Tourism Offshore tourism involves traveling to more distant or destinations on cruise ships. internation al waters, such as cruise to nearby island.

28. Overseas tourism Overseas tourism is a term often used interchangeably with outbound touriserseas efers to residents of a country traveling abroad for tourin tourism. It refer tegories help policy makers, businesses, and touris organizations understand the flow of tourists and the economic impact of tourism based on the point of origin. They also help in the development marketing strategies and policies to attract and manage tourists, from different regions and countries.

29. Types and Forms of Tourism Based on the Purpose of Travel

30. Leisure Tourism Leisure Tourism Travelers visit destinations commonly for relaxation and enjoyment. Sub-types of this tourism include beach, cultural, adventure, eco-, health and wellness, and gastronomic tourism.

31. 1. Beach tourism involves activities in which travelers visit coastal destinations for relaxation. The Philippines is known for its white-sand beaches and crystal waters, contributing much to the beach tourism sector of the tourism industry.

32. 2. Cultural tourism is focused on exploring the cultural heritage, traditions, and history of destinations, including museums, historical sites, and local festivals. The diverse and multi-faceted cultural landscape of the Philippines makes it an attractive destination for tourists who want to experience a different culture, such as the Sinulog and Panagbenga festivals.

33. 3. Adventure tourism involves activities, such as hiking, trekking, rock climbing, and other adventurous pursuits in natural settings. Mountains, such as Mt. Apo, Mt. Pinatubo, and Mt. Pulag, and caves, such as the Puerto Prinsesa Underground River, offer adventure tourists various destinations and activities.

34. 4. Ecotourism emphasizes responsible and sustainable travel often involving visits to natural areas and wildlife conservation efforts. The Philippine Tarsier and Wildlife Sanctuary and Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Center are examples of wildlife conservation efforts in the Philippines.

35. 5. Health and wellness tourism mainly focuses on relaxation activities, such as spa treatments, yoga retreats, and overall well-being. 6. Gastronomic tourism is focused on culinary experiences, including trying local dishes, food tours, and wine tasting. For example, the rich and varying cuisine offered by different regions in the Philippines makes it attractive to tourists.

36. Social Interest Tourism Travelers of this type commonly visit wildlife pilgrimages, participate in sports activities, and learn art history and oth er fields of interest.

37. 1. Wildlife tourism involves tours that highlight wildlife, suck observing and learning about animals safaris, bird watching, and more. in their natural habitats thro ugh safaris, bird watching, and more.

38. 2. Medical tourism involves traveling for medical treatments, surgeries or health care services.

39. 3. Educational tourism involves traveling to learn about history, art science, or a specific field of interest. For instance, the long and colorful history of the Philippines, marked by historical buildings, landmarks, and museums allow for an immersive educational experience.

40. 4. Religious tourism focuses on religious experiences, such as joining pilgrimages and visiting religious sites, churches, temples, and mosques. The Philippines has a diverse collection of churches that feature rich history and architecture.

41. 5. Sports tourism involves attending sports events and participating in sports activities.

42. Business and Events Tourism Business and events tourism is also known as corporate travel, which involves individuals traveling for work-related purposes. Common activities include attending conferences and other activities for professional growth The sub-types of this tourism include MICE tourism, incentive tourism, and experential tourism.

43. 1. MICE (Meeting, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) Tourism involves attending or organizing business meetings, conferences. conventions, and trade shows.

44. 3. Experential tourism includes unique and immersive experiences such as team building activities and corporate retreats.

45. Urban Tourism Travelers are provided with destinations within cities to experience their culture and history. Sub- types include city tourism, shopping tourism, and culinary tourism.

46. 1. C ity tourism is exploring cities for their culture, history, architecture, shopping and night life. 2. Shopping tourism is traveling to shop for luxury goods, fashion, and unique items in different cities. 3. Culinary tourism is exploring a city's food scene, including street foods, local restaurants, and culinary tours.

47. Niche and Emerging Tourism Niche and emerging tourism are two concepts that refer to specific and evolving segments within the broader concept of tourism. Niche tourism involves the targeting of a specific or specialized market segment instead of catering to the general population. It is focused on a particular interest activity or demographic. Hence, it allows destinations to differentiate themselves to attract specific target markets and promote sustainable tourism practices.

48. Emerging tourism on the other hand, refers to new and developing trends within the travel industry. These trends may arise due to a change in consumer behavior, technological advancement, or shifts in global circumstances. Emerging tourism trends include the following:

49. 1. Dark tourism is focused on visiting sites associated with death, tragedy, or historical atrocities. 2. Space tourism is a tourism concept that is still in the early stages of development as it involves traveling to space, which requires much preparation and financial resources.

50. 3. Virtual tourism involves experiencing destinations through virtual reality and other technologies without physical traveling. 4. Voluntourism combines travel with volunteering for social or environmental causes.

51. 5 . Digital nomad tourism involves people traveling while working remotely, which is made possible by technology.