Introduction
In this report we’ll be discussing the similarities and differences of tourism and event management within the chosen destination, Vietnam. These similarities can be related to festivals while differences can be related to business trips and locals events Vietnam is a country with nearly 90 million people, and over 6 million tourists visiting in 2014, reaching $4.5 billion in revenue and rising (Ha.P, 2015). With these numbers it is easily seen that tourism plays a large role for Vietnam’s economy. Tourism can be define as the activities of persons travelling to and from places outside of their usual environment for leisure, business or other purposes for less than one year (Getz.D, 1992).
Definitions
Tourism management is the planning and management of travel for people who are concerned with the planning of their own travel (Getz, D 1991). While event management is the area of design, production and management of planned events such as festivals and other celebrations, entertainment, recreation and those in the domain of business and corporate affairs (Hard, R. 2015). Without either of the two, tourism industries would fail as they both play a vital role in the sustainability of tourism. It is said that events are an important motivator for tourism for most destinations (Getz. D, 2005). The roles and impacts of planned events within tourism are of increasing importance for destination competitiveness (Getz. D, 2005). It was said by The New Zealand Tourist
This report also covers the nature and characteristics of a given segment of the leisure or events industry, what economic impact towards society using PESTLE to specify these aspects and also what skills required of managers in the segment mention on this topic.
Due to the importance of tourism to the economy of Australia, it is essential that the stakeholders ensure sustainability in tourism, leisure and event management to promote the sector. Good tourism policies, efficient relationship between the sector and the local community as well as environment conservation policies should be enhanced to boost this vital sector. This report aims at highlighting the need for sustainability in tourism, leisure and event management the South Bank in Australia.
Tourism has become a commercial business, which has obvious benefits to the said economy, the environment and society. Often, the positive economic impacts persuade governments, companies and individuals to get involved with the development of tourism. Tourism creates jobs, both
Contextual factors in events management refers to different characteristics that can play into the way that events are conceived, planned or delivered. These characteristics can impact the success or failure of an event and therefore need to be taken in consideration throughout the events planning process. They can be categorised into six main areas including social, environmental, legal, political, physical, technological and organisational. Using The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras (SGLMG) as an example, I will identify three of these contextual factors that would need to be considered when conceiving, planning and delivering an event such as the Mardi Gras.
The course, examines the economical, social, political, and environmental aspects of Tourism. Students develop specialised business skills and they will have the chance to focus their studies on administrating tourism businesses, transportation, and the framework where the businesses operate (legal, political and human resources framework).
While many problems are associated with International tourism, it can still offer some advantages. For one thing, International tourism can open job opportunities for the native citizens. To demonstrate, when tourists visit an area, the vast majority of them don’t have a clue on
As well as providing opportunities to increase direct expenditure at a destination, they can also contribute substantially to a destination’s range of tourist attractions, facilitate media coverage for the destination, promote awareness of the destination for future visitation and lead to the construction of new facilities and infrastructure. The prominence given to special events by governments and tourism marketing organisations has resulted in some destinations seeking to specialise in the creation and hosting of special events. There is also a trend towards the construction of ‘mega-venues’ catering for conventions, trade shows, art and sporting events.
As mentioned by Rimmington & Morrison (2009), the assistance from different parts of the world presents a new and diverse outlook for future research including theoretical innovations and revelations, cultural and environmental aspects, tourist destination and other ecotourism and recreational aspects of tourism and hospitality industry (Brotherton,
Tourism plays a vital role in economic development in most countries around the world. The industry has not only direct economic impact, but also significant indirect and influential impacts. There is agreement among experts that the travel and tourism sector is the fastest growing of global economy. According to the latest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer, international tourism receipts surpass US$ 1 trillion in 2011, growing about 3.8%up from 2010 (WTO, 2012).
Tourism & hospitality is one of the world’s rapidly growing industries as income is generated through the expenditure of goods & services required by tourists. The tourist is therefore very important to the wellbeing of many countries.
In the more developed world, every industry in the rapid development. This is a high-speed development in the 21st century, especially tourism and hospitality. It is a big trend in tourism industry, lots of people because Olympic Games, stars, attractions and movies are fascinated. Because of this kind of industry, it will be a high salary in tourism and hospitality. Also, it will increase income tax, marking, local communities, great attractions, historical staff and natural environment. This paper will talk about Olympic Games impact tourism and hospitality why they rise taxes and marketing, and why impact local communities in order to increase their international tourism and hospitality in the local society.
The career that I have chosen is an event planner at hotels because I think that this job is good for me. Even though the responsibilities, requirements, paying and benefits may be very hard work, but can also be fun if the person has the right skills for this kind of job. First, I need the right education, experiences, and skills for me to be able to work as a coordinator. Then I would need to find a location as to where I would like to work and will the environment will be good for success. Lastly, if this job does not work out for me, then I will go to another career wouold be classroom aid.
Policy and planning directly related, despite being completely different types of processes, they both confront the same issues, that being the overall future development of a destination. This essay reflects on policy and planning in the tourism industry. Beginning with the purpose of tourism policy, underlining why policy and planning is important, how it is utilized, and finally the benefits to tourism development. Utilizing examples from Kenya, United Kingdom, New Zealand, and Croatia to further illustrate why tourism policies and planning are necessary in destinations.
The Travel and Tourism industry is still one of the largest single businesses in world commerce and its importance is widely recognized. The tourism industry is now one of the largest sectors earning foreign exchange. In the face of many benefits, many countries have started assigning due weight age to the tourism industry in their national development agenda. Tourism is an industry that operates on a massively broad scale: it embraces activities ranging from the smallest sea-side hotel; to air-lines, multi-national hotel chains and major international tour operators. Originally, non-traditional industries such as tourism emerged as a solution to strike a balance between ecology and industry
Planning and development are both extremely important factors within the tourism industry and can have both positive and negative effects on the environment, local communities and tourist destinations. “Destination planning aims to limit the negative impacts of cultural tourism upon the history and lifestyles of the local community. An understanding of sustainable tourist development allows for the development of culture without loss of its authentic identity” (Maidment. T. 2012). This statement discusses the importance of planning to avoid having any negative impacts on environments and communities. Because the effects of tourism are so severe to destinations, many natural and cultural resources have been destroyed, therefore tourism planning is vital to preserve and maintain these places for future generations.