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Ch. 6
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Accomodations | any facility providing temporary overnight shelter for travelers |
| Adjoining Rooms | hotel rooms located side by side or across the hall from each other |
| Airbnb | a global online marketplace and hospitality service that enables property owners to rent out their spaces |
| All-inclusive | all your accommodations, meals, and most activities are bundled into your one price |
| All-inclusive resort | a vacation property that bundles lodging meals, drinks, gratuities, and on-site activities |
| Amenities | features, services, or facilities provided to visitors to enhance comfort, convenience, and overall enjoyment beyond basic accommodations |
| B&B | a small usually family run lodging establishment that offers overnight accommodations and a homemade breakfast, typically included in the price |
| Chain Hotel | a property that is part of a group of hotels operating under the same brand, sharing standardized services, branding, and management protocols |
| Concierge | a hospitality professional often based in hotels or specialized travel agencies dedicated to enhancing guest experiences by providing personalized assistance |
| Eco hotel | an environmentally responsible accommodation that prioritizes sustainability through green energy, waste reduction, water conservation, and locally sourced products |
| group rate | a specially negotiated discounted price offered by hotels, airlines, or attractions for booking a large volume of services- typically 5 to 10 or more rooms or tickets under a single contract |
| hostel | a budget- friendly, social accommodation catering to travelers, typically offering dormitory style rooms with shared amenities like kitchens, bathrooms, and lounge area |
| hotel | a commercial establishment providing short-term, paid lodging, typically including services like meals, cleaning, and guest amenities |
| market segmentation | the strategic process of dividing a broad, heterogeneous travel market into smaller, homogeneous groups of consumers (segments) with similar characteristics, needs, behaviors, or motivations |
| micro-stay hotel | booking a hotel room for a short duration—often ranging from 3 to 12 hours—rather than a full overnight stay |
| motel | a specialized, budget-friendly lodging establishment designed for motorists, offering easy access to highways and convenient, direct-entry rooms from a parking lot |
| peak days | high-demand periods when travel activity, visitor numbers, and service usage reach their highest levels |
| porter | a service professional responsible for carrying luggage and providing assistance to travelers at hotels, airports, railway stations, or during specialized tours |
| premium price | a strategy where travel products or services are priced higher than the market average to signal superior quality, exclusivity, or prestige |
| shoulder days | he travel period between peak (high) and off-peak (low) seasons, usually occurring in spring (March-May) or fall (September-October). |
| tourist destination | a specific geographic area—such as a city, region, or country—that attracts visitors for leisure, business, or recreation |