Knowledge Flashcards

What does the acronym GDS stand for in the travel industry?

Answer: Global Distribution System

A GDS (Global Distribution System) is a network agents use to book flights, hotels, and car rentals.

A client wants to visit multiple countries on one ticket without backtracking. Which fare type best fits this need?

Answer: Round-the-world fare

A round-the-world fare allows continuous travel across multiple destinations circling the globe.

Which document is generally REQUIRED for a U.S. citizen to re-enter the United States by air from abroad?

Answer: A valid passport

A valid passport is required for U.S. citizens returning by air from international travel.

What is the primary purpose of travel insurance trip-cancellation coverage?

Answer: Reimburse prepaid costs when a covered reason forces cancellation

Trip-cancellation coverage reimburses nonrefundable prepaid expenses when cancellation occurs for a covered reason.

In travel geography, which time zone difference results when a traveler flies from New York to London?

Answer: London is ahead of New York

London (GMT) is generally five hours ahead of New York (Eastern Time).

What does an 'open-jaw' itinerary describe?

Answer: Arriving in one city and departing from a different city

An open-jaw itinerary has the traveler return from or depart to a city different from the arrival city.

Which of the following best defines a 'net rate' in travel pricing?

Answer: The wholesale price to the agent before markup

A net rate is the base cost given to the agent, who then adds a markup to sell to the client.