HRT Unit 2 Vocabulary

3. A statistic or piece of information used to understand the condition or direction of an economy.
5. The effect that tourism spending has on businesses, jobs, income, and the economy.
7. The promotion of destinations, attractions, accommodations, transportation, and other travel-related products and services.
11. The promotion of a city, state, country, or other location to encourage people to visit.
13. An organization that promotes a destination to attract visitors, meetings, conventions, and events
16. Websites, apps, software, and other technology that help travelers and tourism professionals plan, market, book, or manage travel.
17. A specific group of consumers that a business wants to attract and serve.
18. The money a business earns from selling its products or services.
19. Sources of information, tools, and support that help hospitality and tourism professionals do their jobs effectively.
20. Travel taken for relaxation, entertainment, recreation, or personal enjoyment.

1. Travel undertaken for work-related purposes, such as meetings, conferences, or training.
2. The industry that provides services such as lodging, food, beverages, and guest experiences.
4. The rivalry between businesses trying to attract the same customers.
6. An organization that professionals or businesses join to receive resources, networking opportunities, education, and industry support.
8. Money spent by visitors on things such as hotels, restaurants, attractions, transportation, and shopping.
9. How a business or destination is viewed in the minds of its target customers compared with competitors.
10. The costs a business must pay to operate, such as wages, utilities, supplies, and advertising.
12. The percentage of revenue a business keeps as profit after paying its expenses.
14. A measure of how much profit or benefit is gained compared with the amount of money invested.
15. Businesses and organizations that provide products and services for people who travel for business or leisure.