A S L 3 Lecture Notes - Lecture 24: Real-Time Operating System, Sustainable Tourism, Destination Marketing Organization
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Resort (geographical location) but also a theme park, attraction. A place which attracts tourists and has the needed facilities to cater for people. Forms part of the supply side of the tourism industry: the destination mix perception, image, experience. The impression the customer is left with is influenced by primary attributes of the destination such as: Culture, history, attractions, events, sport (the main reason the tourist goes to a destination) Additional attributes accessibility, tourism facilities (e. g. tourist information office, atm"s) Accessory attributes hotel,catering, supermarkets, shops, hospital. Infrastructure roads, electricity, wifi etc: product levels added value- atmosphere, experience suporting elements - swimming pool, garden, cafe, sauna. Facilitating elements-beds core -sleeping at a hotel: the destination as an assembly of products. Expectations - experiences because of these different product components (e. g. restaurant, hotel, bar etc. ) Obstacles pricing, exchange rates etc: drawing power the ability to attract visitors, depends on.
