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Tourism & Hospitality Management QUESTION #1655
Question 1
The Sports and Adventure Tourism course distinguishes 'sport tourism' from 'adventure tourism.' Which of the following best captures this distinction as covered in the curriculum?
  • Sport tourism involves only spectator events; adventure tourism involves only team sports
  • Sport tourism encompasses travel related to participating in or watching competitive and non-competitive sports and recreational activities; adventure tourism focuses on experiencing wilderness environments — mountains, beaches, deserts, and forests — through challenging physical activities✔️
  • Sport tourism is domestic only; adventure tourism is international only
  • Sport tourism is commercially organized; adventure tourism is always self-guided
Correct Answer Explanation
The Sports and Adventure Tourism course introduces both concepts separately: Sport Tourism is defined as vacations including playing or watching competitive/non-competitive sports or recreation, with emphasis on sport's role as a demand generator; Adventure Tourism focuses on experiencing wilderness environments (mountains, beaches, deserts, forests) through challenging activities — each with distinct planning, safety, and marketing requirements.