TOURISM SYLLABUS

                                 

                                  TOURISM                   

Unit I
Introduction to travel and tourism: the meaning of tourism, the tourism industry, significance of tourism, the tourism system, five A's of tourism, development in the history of tourism, tourism in India - post independence, modern tourism

Unit II
Types of tourism: the purpose of tourism, travel motivators, leisure or holiday tourism, visiting friends and relatives, cultural tourism, adventure tourism, sports tourism, religious tourism, business tourism, health tourism, alternative forms of tourism

Unit III
Tourism infrastructure: definition of tourism infrastructure, accommodation and food, and beverage, attractions and telecommunication, essential services along with other services

Unit IV
Tourist transport: an introduction to air transport, air transport in India, security of aircraft and passengers, international air travel classes, introduction to road transport, introduction to rail transport, introduction to water transport, transport as an attraction

Unit V
Tourism organization : need for tourism organization, international organizations, government organizations in India, private sector organizations in India, non- government organizations, other important tourism organizations

Unit VI
Travel formalities and regulations: an introduction to passport and visa, health regulations for international travel, special permits for restricted areas, customs regulations, emigration and immigration, taxes paid by travelers, travel insurance, e visa scheme, government initiatives for tourism, travel industry trends