Save
Upgrade to remove ads
Busy. Please wait.
Log in with Clever
or
show password
Forgot Password?
Don't have an account?  Sign up 
Sign up using Clever
or
Username is available taken
show password


Make sure to remember your password. If you forget it there is no way for StudyStack to send you a reset link. You would need to create a new account. Your email address is only used to allow you to reset your password. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

Already a StudyStack user? Log In

Reset Password
Enter the associated with your account, and we'll email you a link to reset your password.
focusNode
Didn't know it?
click below
 
Knew it?
click below
Don't Know
Remaining cards (0)
Know
0:00
edit
Embed Code - If you would like this activity on your web page, copy the script below and paste it into your web page.

  Normal Size     Small Size show me how

Resort Management2

Quiz 1 and 2

QuestionAnswer
Before the eighteenth century,a lack of time and money made travel something one had to do rather than what one wanted to do TRUE
What is the primary factor attributed to the growth of resorts Improvement in roads and transportation
According to the text, the most common form of resort development is hotels
according to the text, the earliest resorts in the US were developed around spas
A major reason for mixed use development is the high cost of marketing FALSE
the typical source of competitive advantage for a resource-based firm is unique competencies
in a traditional management philosophy, one can expect that strategies will emerge best practices FALSE
the approach to strategy formulation in a traditional firm is most likely going to be SWOT based
the view of the firm that considers the firm to be a network of relationships is most closely aligned with which management philosophy? stakeholder
The view of the firm that considers the firm to be an economic enitity is most closely aligned with which management philosophy? traditional
which is NOT a factor of the physical feasibility of a mountain-based resort? design of the buildings
what best describes a type III resort? these resorts offer high-quality skiing with many operating only on weekends, but have little real estate development
What is one reason a mountain-based resort would install chairlifts rather than cable lifts? both answers: chairlifts can cover greater distances due to increased speed, chairlifts do not interrupt skier circulation on the slopes; whereas cable lifts restrict skier circulation
what is the goal of ski lift network? to spread skiers over the mountain
what describes a typical guest at a type 2 resort? view real estate as an investment rather than its potential use
what are the four fctors that affect the attractiveness of a mountain-based resort site? physical environment, base capacity, physical terrain, length of stay
which of the following is NOT a consideration in the design of a mountain resort? selection of lift technology
economic feasibility of mountain resorts is only dependent upon balance sheet analysis false
access has no impact on mountain resort base capacity false
the rate of ski participation is a function of age true
access has no effect on VTF/H or base capacity false
ski area capacity is a straight forward calculation false
liquidity of mountain resorts is not comparable to traditional lodging resorts true
mountain resorts should expect moderately low operating income in the winter false
the greatest source of revenue in a mountain resort is lift tickets
using gross margin as the primary consideration, as a manager of a Mountain Resort, I would focus my efforts on which of the following to ensure the greatest profitability mountain operations
the growth rate of snowboarders has increased in the last few years false
general managers at mountain resorts should strive to maintain a constan VTF/H year over year false
which is NOT an example of skiographics ski passholder... or gender
yield ratios tend to be higher mid-size to larger mountain resorts
according to the text, which attribute are mountain resort visitors least satisfied with resort staff...... food and beverage
not considering the real estate development, the largest revenue source in a golf course is round fees
the term for the water area where bathers play is referred to as seashore
the market segment responsible for the greatest number of rounds and golf related spending core golfers
the two most important aspects of marina development are water depth and water fluctuation
when considering gold course design, which is the least important factor of those listed below? shot value safety flow fairness FLOW
in beach resorts, the term for the area that houses facilities and access coastal stretch
the largest issue facing the golf industry water management
from an environmental perspective, capacity of a marina is determined by dividing waste dilution and water quality by pollution generated by each boat
a private golf club refers to the ownership rather than the access true
which of the following is not typical of ecotourism designs trail crossings at rivers and streams
the biggest issue facing developers of coastal resorts is erosion
the largest expense category of golf course management is payroll
the term for a long narrow strip of rubble that reduce water flow and variability in a marina breakwater
typically, the goal of environmental activities is education
the primary purpose of golf resorts is always to sell real estate false
the individual responsible for all aspects of the operation of a tennis resort is the local pro
mooring types should be decided upon based on water fluctuation, funding, and safety
in a residential golf resort, design of the course should consider the average golfer's ability true
the four characteristics of ecotourism, are: purposeful travel to natural areas to 1) undertand, 2 without altering the integrity of the ecosystem 3 while conserving ntural resources and 4 financially benefitting locals
the number of beach closures has increased lately primarily due to water quality
typically, operators of resort lodges have a tendency to ------ in order to remain distinctive specialize
environmental certification of beacjes includes standards related to water quality, safety, environmental management and education
which of the following would be most critical for a course that is played by infrequent guests visibility of the green and hazards
the voluntary designation for marinas conforming to best management practices clean marina program
in golf course design, the term balance refers to difficulty and style
adventure travelers are characterized and segmented according to interests
an individual 18 or older who has played golf at least once in the past year is referred to as an adult golfer
the ADTI is concerned with a countrys ability to attract and satisfy those seeking adventure from the resort experience true
Created by: linser91
 

 



Voices

Use these flashcards to help memorize information. Look at the large card and try to recall what is on the other side. Then click the card to flip it. If you knew the answer, click the green Know box. Otherwise, click the red Don't know box.

When you've placed seven or more cards in the Don't know box, click "retry" to try those cards again.

If you've accidentally put the card in the wrong box, just click on the card to take it out of the box.

You can also use your keyboard to move the cards as follows:

If you are logged in to your account, this website will remember which cards you know and don't know so that they are in the same box the next time you log in.

When you need a break, try one of the other activities listed below the flashcards like Matching, Snowman, or Hungry Bug. Although it may feel like you're playing a game, your brain is still making more connections with the information to help you out.

To see how well you know the information, try the Quiz or Test activity.

Pass complete!
"Know" box contains:
Time elapsed:
Retries:
restart all cards