Course Title:

Recreational Travel &

Tour Management

Prepared by:
Ms. Jane G. Devanadera

Objectives:
To define tourism, recreation, tour, travel,
management, and leisure;
To know the management of recreational
destinations
&
activities
through
responsible travel;
To determine the importance of recreation;
&
To discuss the career opportunities in
recreation.

INTRODUCTION
UNIT I

Tourism
The activities of persons traveling

to and staying in places outside

their usual environment for not
more than one consecutive year
for leisure, business, and other
purposes. (WTO)

One

can make an argument

that ATTRACTIONS are the
reason
people
travel.
(Goeldner: 2009)

Attractions
Accommodation
Adventure and Outdoor Recreation
Events
Entertainment
Food Services
Tourism Services
Transportation
Travel Trade

Cultural attractions
Natural attractions
Events
Recreation
Entertainment attractions

Sight-seeing
Golf
Swimming
Tennis
Hiking
Biking
Snow Sports

Recreation
Travel
Tour
Management

 Refreshment of one's mind or

body after work through activity

that amuses or stimulates.
Latin (re: again, creare: to create,

bring forth)

Defined as refreshment of
strength and spirit after work and
mean of diversion (Claravall:
2008)
Its

about
the
activities
undertaken in ones leisure time
leading to renewal (Page:2010)

 This represents all direct elements of

travel such as transportation,
vacations, resorts, and any other
direct passenger elements including
but not limited to national parks,
attractions, and auto use for any of
the above purposes to make a journey
from
one
place
to
another.
(Goeldner:2009)

 Defined as a trip taken by a

group of people who travel

together and follow a preplanned
itinerary. (Goeldner:2009)

 A process of getting things done

within
businesses
and
organizations
which
involves
forecasting
and
planning;
organizing;
commanding;
coordination;
and
controlling
(Robinson:2009)

Management of Recreational
Destinations & Activities for
Sustainable Tourism
We

do not inherit the Earth from

our forefathers, but borrow it
from
our
children.
(Indian
proverb)

Management of Recreational
Destinations & Activities for
Sustainable Tourism

Sustainability: Meeting the needs

of the present generation without
compromising the ability of future
generations to meet their own
needs (World Commission on
Environment & Deveopment:1987)

Management of Recreational
Destinations & Activities for
Sustainable Tourism
Sustainable Tourism: Tourism which is
economically viable but does not
destroy the resources on which the
future of tourism will depend, notably
the physical environment & the social
fabric
of
the
host
community.
(Swarbrooke:1999)

Responsible Travel
Responsible travel is about bringing you
closer
to
local
cultures
and
environments by involving local people
in tourism.
It is about doing this in a fair way that
helps ensure that they will give you an
even warmer welcome.
Source: Case study provided by Katie Fewings,
www.responsibletravel.com

Environmentally Sensitive Travel

Suggestions
Plan routes to minimize carbon emissions
Minimize flying time and stopovers
Read up on local cultures and learn a few

words of the local language

Remove excess packaging
Buy local produce in preference
imported goods

to

Environmentally Sensitive Travel

Suggestions
Hire a local guide
Do
not buy products

made from
hard woods, or

endangered species,
ancient artefacts
Use public transport
Use water sparingly
Remember that local people have different
ways of thinking and concepts of time

Measure of time from which a

person
is
released
from
responsibilities or duties they are
compelled to perform.
An expression referring to the

periods of time in which a person

is freed from paid work at a job.

A force that allows individuals

to consider and reflect on the

values and realities that are
missed in the activities of daily
life
An

essential
element
of
personal
development
and

Diverse industry
Generates millions of jobs
Outdoor people keep fit, to add

excitement to their lives, to have fun with

family and friends, to experience nature
Rise of recreational travel in domestic and
international travel

TYPES OF RECREATION
Active recreation
engaging in adventure sports or outdoor games.
Passive recreation
involves activities such as taking a walk on the
riverside, walking on the beach, strolling in
parks or taking nature walks.
** Both kinds of recreation have their own set of
advantages. They create a positive mood,
lighten ones spirits and help us gain mental
peace.

Importance of Recreation
Time to get together to have fun
Maintains health and achieve a

peace of mind
Means of relaxation
Research has shown that recreation
on a daily basis reduces risks of
diabetes and hypertension, enhances
physical and mental health
Improves the quality of life

RECREATION DEFINITION
Recreation often involves physical activities such as

hiking, cycling, fishing and outdoor games.

These activities make you feel fresh and relaxed.
The excitement and thrill that accompanies
adventure sports adds to the freshness.
Sport makes ones feel challenged, encourage to
take risks, exhibit skills, thus building self-confidence.
Adventure activities are recommended to be made a
part of recreation.
Studies have made evident the fact that participation
in adventure activities has a positive effect on life.
Adventure:
motivates
boosts ones confidence
enhances self-awareness.

Indoor Recreational Activities

chess
playing cards
board games
video games
watching television
internet surfing

Outdoor Recreational
Activities
archery
table tennis
cycling
football
field hockey
trekking
hiking
walking
climbing
running
kayaking
water-rafting
scuba diving

Career Opportunities
Concert Promoter
Lifeguards
Tennis / Golf Instructors
Coaches for various athletic teams
Drama Directors
Handicraft teachers
Specialists working with seniors or

youth
Camp counselors
Skiing, boating, sailing instructors

Career Opportunities
Activity Director
Aquatics Specialist
Ski Instructor
Park Ranger
Naturalist
Museum Guide
Handicapped Program Planner
Forester
Camping Director
Manager, Supervisor, Admin

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN
RECREATION
Occupations in recreation and tourism include

travel preparation, leisure activities, hobbies

and travel accommodations.
People in those positions may work directly
with clients or guests or as a manager,
director or supervisor of these facilities.
All of these jobs are within the service
industry, meaning that employers value
communication and people skills.
Sometimes a college degree is required.

End of Unit I

Thank you

by:
Ms. Jane G.
Devanadera