HRMT 210 - Travel, Leisure, and the Tourism Industry

3 Credits.

Introduces the global travel and tourism industry; covers tourist behavior, tourism’s impact on the community, economic implications, marketing, and trends such as eco-tourism or green tourism. Also discusses the travel business as a whole, including travel modes, accommodations, safety and health while traveling, trip planning, trip packagers or wholesalers, and the necessary qualities of a tour director. Employs computer applications and world geography throughout. 3 lecture hours and 1 laboratory hour per week. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

Same As: RECR 210. Credit can be earned for one course only.
Prerequisite(s): RECR 101 or written permission from program coordinator required