ARRIVALS TIME TO TRAVEL Calculating the Cost of a Destination Vacation
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3 Free from daily obligations Rest and relaxation Time to travel Vacation Decisions to be made: Destination Travel mode Cost
Destination Amusement Recreation Entertainment Attractions Spectator sports Participatory sports Resort
Amusement Theme Parks Water Parks Zoos
Recreation Entertainment Attractions Spectator sports Participatory sports Casinos Beach Golf Marathons Concerts Historical sites Major League Baseball Live Theater Museums Major League Football Mountain climbing Skiing Movies Natural scenery NASCAR Races Swimming What else can you add to the lists?
All inclusive Resort Entertainment Lodging Meals Recreational activities Shopping Sports May never have to leave premises
Travel Modes Airline Cruise line Rail
Airline Provide air transport services for traveling passengers Categorized as intercontinental, intra-continental, domestic, regional, international, or charter
Cruise A cruise ship or cruise liner is a passenger ship used for pleasure voyages The voyage itself and the ship s amenities are a part of the experience My Disney Cruise Click on link
Rail Railways were the first form of mass transportation. By the 1930 s rail travel had become faster and more comfortable Amtrak was founded in 1971 Efficient, economical, high speed trains provide an alternative to air travel Amtrak Click on link
Other Travel Modes Bus Rental Car Recreation Vehicle
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References and Resources Images: Microsoft Office Clip Art: Used with permission from Microsoft. Textbook: Reynolds, Johnny Sue. (2010) Hospitality Services. Tinley-Park, Illinois: The Goodheart-Wilcox Company, Inc. YouTube : My Disney Cruise Explore a Disney Cruise through the eyes and imagination of one of its biggest (little) fans. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhlbkfmm9tg&feature=share&list=pl304e723b FBDEF2E0 National Train Day 2013 The sixth annual National Train Day to show that trains matter to you, your town, and your community. http://youtu.be/o9yozrmecwe