Chapter 2. Transportation
Original author: Morgan Westcott
Revisions made by: Moira McDonald
Learning Objectives
- Understand the role of transportation in the tourism industry
- Recognize milestones in the development of the air industry and explain how profitability is measured in this sector
- Report on the historic importance of rail travel and challenges to rail operations today
- Describe water-based transportation segments including cruise travel and passenger ferries
- Recognize the importance of transportation infrastructure in tourism destinations
- Specify elements of sightseeing transportation, and explain current issues regarding rental vehicles and taxis
- Identify and relate industry trends and issues including fuel costs, environmental impacts, and changing weather
