4. 1. Seasonability
2. Price Elasticity
3. High Capital-Intensive
• Differences in the demand for tourism transport can be influenced by seasonability.
• Another factor is the price elasticity. An increase in transportation costs could lead to a decrease in
demand. This is commonly felt in air transportation.
• Lastly, some of the transport sectors are expensive- highly capital-intensive. A great amount of
investment is needed, like purchasing an aircraft to be used as air transportation or a ship for cruise
tourism.
8. This type of transport is frequently included in
a tour package. Commonly used are coaches
that are chartered for a particular purpose
9. This transport service creates an extraordinary
tourist experience. For instance, riding a
kalesa in Intramuros or Vigan City can
contribute to an ideal Intramuros Tour or Vigan
Tour.
10. This type of tourist transport is designed to
offer high-quality service and a comfortable
travel experience. Tourists who often take this
type of transport are more likely those who
seek comfort while traveling.
This transport service is generally used for
tourism, such as hop-on and hop-off buses,
safari vehicles, and bikes. This type of
transport attracts tourists who are seeking a
nontraditional and fun transport attracts
tourists who are seeking a nontraditional and
fun transport experience, right now.
11. This type of tourist transport includes
motorhomes, RV trailers, campervans,
and“rotels”. Rotels, or also known as “rolling
hotels,” are in vogue right now.
12. • 1. Distance-major considerations in choosing the best
available mode of transport-location of the destination
influence the tourist choice in choosing transport service-For
example, a tourist would opt to take air transport for
destinations that are far from their origin because it shortens
travel allows tourists to have more time at the destination
rather than spending it on their journey to the destination.
• 2.Schedule-Refers to the transport departure and
arrival time at the destination-Practical for tourists to choose
a transport service with a schedule that best fits their
itinerary
• 3.Frequency tourists often look for transportation
with higher frequency because it gives the convenience of
not waiting too long for the next available departure.
13. • 4.Availability-provides travelers an opportunity to choose tourist transport
available in accessing the destinations, the better -gives tourists a chance to
choose which best to utilize according to their needs.
• 5.Speed- with a tourist’s limited vacation time, speed becomes one of the
most essential considerations in choosing transportation. The quicker the
tourists arrive at the destination means that they will have more time to enjoy
the place
• 6. Safety and Security-passengers would certainly not compromise their
safety and security while traveling. A safer and more secure mode of
transport is often the priority for tourists in visiting their desired destination
and traveling within the destination.
• 7. Convenience-hassle-free vacation is the most sought-after experience for a
tourist, transport services offering convenience to passengers are frequently
selected
14. 8. Unique Experience-tourists are oftentimes enticed to choose tourist transport
services that create an exceptional travel opportunity.
9. Route-the tourist choices are affected by the connecting flights and their
layover. Some tourists find it favorable if they have a longer stopover that allows
them to have a short tour of the city. For instance, South Korea offers free city
tours for those who have a long layover in their country.
Below are other considerations in selecting tourism transport
1. Cost- the fare or cost of transport services generally affects the decision of the
tourist in choosing which service to avail of. Low-cost carriers are often
chosen because of the competitive price they offer for their service.
2. Status and prestige transport services are sometimes influential in deciding
which service to choose from. This is due to the increased status and prestige
given to the passenger availing of the service. For instance, some tourists prefer
to use full-service carriers (seated in first or business class) or other luxury
transport because of the status and prestige it can create.
