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Chapter 6 Travel
Acoomodation
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Accommodation | a place to stay or live, such as hotels, apartments, or hostels, often including amenities and services for travelers. |
| Adjoining Rooms | rooms located side-by-side or across the hall from each other |
| Airbnb | an American company founded in 2008 as an online marketplace for booking short-term lodging, homestays, and vacation rentals |
| All-inclusive | bundle lodging, unlimited meals, drinks, activities, and entertainment into one upfront price, designed for stress-free travel. |
| All-inclusive Resort | a vacation property that bundles lodging, unlimited meals, beverages (including alcohol), entertainment, and most on-site activities into a single upfront price |
| Amenities | desirable, non-essential features, services, or facilities that enhance comfort, convenience, and quality of life in homes, workplaces, or public spaces |
| Aparthotel | a hybrid accommodation offering the space, privacy, and self-catering amenities of a serviced apartment, combined with traditional hotel services like 24/7 reception, housekeeping, and fitness centers. |
| B&B | sleeping accommodations for a night and a morning meal, provided in guest houses and small hotels. |
| Chain Hotel | a property operating under a shared brand, management, or franchise agreement, offering consistent services, quality standards, and often loyalty rewards. |
| Concierge | a hotel employee whose job is to assist guests by arranging tours, making theater and restaurant reservations, etc |
| Eco Hotel | environmentally responsible accommodations that minimize their impact through sustainable practices, such as using renewable energy, waste reduction, water conservation, and locally sourced materials. |
| Group Rate | a discounted price offered to a large party (typically 5–10+ people or rooms) booking services together, such as hotels, airlines, or tourist attractions. |
| Hostel | an establishment that provides inexpensive lodging for a specific group of people, such as students, workers, or travelers. |
| Hotel | an establishment providing accommodations, meals, and other services for travelers and tourists. |
| Market Segmentation | the process of dividing a broad target market into smaller, more manageable groups of consumers who share similar characteristics, needs, or behaviors. |
| Micro-stay Hotel | a lodging option where guests book rooms for short, flexible durations—typically in 3, 6, or 12-hour blocks—rather than the traditional overnight stay. |
| Motel | a roadside hotel designed primarily for motorists, typically having the rooms arranged in a low building with parking directly outside. |
| peak day | the busiest, highest-demand, or maximum-intensity periods, such as holidays, peak travel seasons, or peak energy usage times. |
| Porter | a person employed to carry luggage and other loads, especially in a railroad station, airport, or hotel. |
| Premium Price | is a strategy where companies intentionally set prices higher than their competitors to create a perception of superior quality, luxury, and exclusivity. |
| Shoulder Days | generally refer to two distinct concepts depending on the context: in fitness, it is a dedicated workout session targeting the deltoid muscles. |
| Tourist Destination | a geographical area—such as a city, town, or resort—that attracts visitors for sightseeing, recreation, or leisure. |
| VRBO | Founded in 1995, it is an online marketplace specializing in booking private, whole-home rentals—such as houses, cabins, and condos—rather than shared rooms, making it popular for family vacations and group travel. |
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