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  1. Which international body sets standards for airline ticketing and interline agreements?

    Answer: IATA

    IATA (International Air Transport Association) governs airline ticketing standards and interline rules.

  2. A traveler asks about the 'shoulder season.' What does this mean?

    Answer: The period between peak and off-peak with moderate prices

    Shoulder season falls between high and low seasons, often offering good value and mild crowds.

  3. What is a 'code-share' flight?

    Answer: A flight sold by multiple airlines under different codes but operated by one

    In a code-share, one airline operates a flight that partner airlines also market under their own codes.

  4. Which vaccination requirement is commonly enforced for entry to certain African and South American countries?

    Answer: Yellow fever

    Yellow fever vaccination proof is required for entry to many at-risk countries.

  5. What does 'PNR' stand for in a reservation system?

    Answer: Passenger Name Record

    A PNR (Passenger Name Record) stores a traveler's itinerary and booking details.

  6. A client wants flexibility to change dates without high penalties. Which fare should the counselor recommend?

    Answer: A flexible or refundable fare

    Flexible or refundable fares allow date changes with little or no penalty.

  7. In travel geography, the International Date Line is located primarily in which ocean?

    Answer: Pacific Ocean

    The International Date Line runs mostly through the Pacific Ocean near 180 degrees longitude.

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