Read Chapter 9 and answer the following statements and questions

Explain the term “multiplier concept” and why it is significant to global tourism.

Tourism is dependent on the availability of visitors to travel from one location to another. List five common modes of transportation. Using evidence from the chapter, explain, in detail, why a traveler would choose each mode of transportation and the impact each mode of transportation has on the travel industry.

Weekly Reading

Read, The Trouble with Airports and How to Fix Them in the NY Times and respond to these two questions:

  • “What is the issue presented in the article?”
  • “What does the information mean to me as a hospitality professional?” Remember to refer to information in the textbook when determining your response.
    • Type your response in the “Weekly Reading” journal of the course BlackBoard site.