Question 1
[20]
Define the following terms, using relevant examples.
1.1 Destination Management Organization
(3 Marks)
1.2 Destination management (DM)
(3 Marks)
1.3 Give two (2) examples of a Destination Management Organization (DMO)
(2 Marks)
1.4 Destinations contain a number of basic elements which attract the visitor to the destination and
which satisfy their needs on arrival. Name and discuss the (6) basic elements of a tourist destination.
(12 Marks)
Question 2
[34]
2.1 Tourism destinations are constantly changing due to external forces outside their control. Explain the
Tourism Area life cycle (TALC).
(10 Marks)
2.2 Destination Managers are advised to diversify and offer more than one type of tourism at a
destination depending on the resources available to the destination. Identify (7) key types of tourism.
(14 Marks)
2.3 Discuss five (5) advantages for managing a destination.
(10 Marks)
Question 3
[14]
3.1 Define rural destination and provide two (2) examples of rural destinations in Namibia
(7 Marks)
3.2 Outline seven (7) characteristics of rural areas
(7 Marks)
Question 4
[32]
4.1 Discuss the challenges for branding Tourism Destinations.
(12 Marks)
4.2 A successful destination brand represents a major asset to any destination but its successwill depend
upon a number of key factors. Identify and describe the key factors for success
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