CTC Travel Industry & Destination Expertise 3

Question 1

A client asks for the best month to see cherry blossoms in Kyoto. What do you advise?

Accepted Answer

Late March to early April

Answer

Cherry blossoms typically peak in Kyoto from late March through early April.

Question 2

What does the airline code-share arrangement primarily allow?

Accepted Answer

One carrier to sell seats on another carrier's flight

Answer

A code-share lets an airline market and sell seats on a flight operated by a partner carrier.

Question 3

A traveler wants to cruise to see glaciers and whales in summer. Which itinerary fits best?

Accepted Answer

Alaska

Answer

Alaska cruises in summer offer glaciers, fjords, and whale watching.

Question 4

In GDS terms, what is a 'fare basis code'?

Accepted Answer

An alphanumeric code defining the rules and price of a fare

Answer

The fare basis code identifies a fare's price level and its restrictions.

Question 5

Which European city is best positioned as a base for visiting the fjords of Norway?

Accepted Answer

Bergen

Answer

Bergen is the gateway to Norway's western fjords like Sognefjord and Hardangerfjord.

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