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1960 BCE
introduction
I will be covering all of the key developments in the travel and tourism industry. Giving examples and points to each topic. -
1950 BCE
the rise and fall of holiday camps
The golden age of holiday camps were in the 50s and 60s, after the war there was a great rush to the coast, because of this many people haven't had a holiday and couldn't wait to get out. Every holiday camps provided the holiday makers which were reasonable prices. There was plenty of food & plenty of things to do even if it was raining the holiday sector expanded rapidly in the forties and early fifties. Holiday camps peaked from 1940 until the 1980s making holiday camps less popular. -
43 BCE
Spa Towns in the UK
The spa towns in the UK is based off a mineral spa. Many people visit the spa towns for many health benefits because they 'take the water' for those reasons. The number of spas in the UK has increased a number amount from 3547 in 2017, to 3780 in 2019. Many different examples of spas are bath, royal Leamington spa, Harrogate, Cheltenham, Buxton. A spa town is where the water comes out the ground and people lie and drink it because people believe that it improves their health. -
20 BCE
The rise of budget airlines
The rise of budget airlines has been a game-changer for travel enthusiasts. These airlines offer affordable fares by providing a no frills experience, where you only pay for the essentials. One example is Ryanair, a popular budget airline based in Ireland. They focus on offering low-cost flights to various destinations across Europe. The rise of budget airlines can be traced back to the late 20th century. In the 1970s airlines would offer low cost fares to people. -
18 BCE
development of package holidays
The idea of package holidays was founded by Vladimir Raitz in the 1950s. Ever since the 18th century, package holidays are known to evolve massively, including global flights, accommodation, transport and also including activities making travel more convenient, affordable and also leisurely. Package holidays have evolved more by more companies providing them, for example TUI, Jet2, Expedia and many more. You can also access package holidays in person and online making them more accessible. -
The grand tour
The young English nobles considered going on the grand tour to be significant grand of passion. A grand tourist, who are travelling with a tutor, would often take a ship to cross the English channel before travelling to France, and also stopping in Paris, Venice, Florence, Rome, Milan, and Nepal. The grand tour gives the chance for people to explore the artistic, historical wonders of Europe. -
how railways helped tourism grow
Tramlines became popular in the 1804 with their first developments, that being steam trains which were used to help people move places. they were used for coal and miming, also so coal could be sold all over the world. Back in the Victorian era in the 19th century people were told to travel by train as the evolution made it easier for family and friends to socialise and to see new things. Back in the day people had transport by horse and carriage, now 2023 we are able to have access to trains. -
The Growth of Beach Resorts
The growth of the beach resorts in the UK was originally started by the Queen Victoria because she used to visit it. She recognized the many different health benefits that the seas can do for you and started to go regularly. Many tourists visited the British seashores by the late 1940s for many coastal towns. Many health experts notice the many health benefits the seas can provide to people, which its by its very popular with the tourists. -
How the internet has changed the industry
The internet has had a significant impact on the travel and tourism industry, revolutionising how we plan and book our trips. In the early days, website like Expedia and Travelocity emerged as online travel agencies, allowing users to search and compare flights, hotels, and vacation packages all in one place. As technology advanced, the rise of users generated content and review platforms like TripAdvisor and Yelp, giving travellers access to recommendations from fellow travellers. -
package travel regulations
When it comes to package travel regulations, there are a few examples to consider. One example is that tour operators are required to provide clear information about the package, including the price, itinerary, and many additional fees. Another example is that travellers have the right to cancel or change their package under certain conditions, like if there are significant changes to the trip or if the tour operator goes out of business. These regulations are in place to protect travellers. -
Changes in leisure time and working patterns
When it comes to changes in leisure time and working patterns, there have been some interesting shifts in recent years. For example, with advancements in technology, more people now have the flexibility to work remotely or have flexible working hours. This allows them to have more control over their time and potentially enjoy more leisure activities. There has been a rise in the gig economy, where people take short-term jobs or freelance work. This allows people to have varied schedules.