TICO Destination Knowledge 2

Question 1

Which Caribbean island is a French overseas territory where Canadian tourists do NOT require a visa for short stays?

Accepted Answer

Martinique

Answer

Martinique is a French overseas territory. Canadians do not need a visa for short stays but do require a valid passport.

Question 2

A client wants to travel to Cuba from Canada. Which entry document is required in addition to a valid passport for most Canadian tourists?

Accepted Answer

A tourist card (tarjeta del turista)

Answer

Canadian tourists visiting Cuba require a valid passport and a tourist card (tarjeta del turista), which can often be obtained through the airline or travel agent.

Question 3

What is the best resource for TICO-registered agents to consult for up-to-date destination health notices and travel advisories for any country?

Accepted Answer

The Government of Canada's official travel.gc.ca website

Answer

travel.gc.ca is the authoritative Canadian government source for entry requirements, advisories, and local laws for all international destinations.

Question 4

Which documentation requirement applies to Canadian citizens travelling to the United States by air?

Accepted Answer

A valid Canadian passport is required for all air travel to the US

Answer

Since 2009, Canadian citizens travelling to the US by air require a valid Canadian passport under the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative.

Question 5

When advising a client travelling to a destination with a Level 3 (Avoid non-essential travel) advisory from the Government of Canada, what is the agent's primary obligation?

Accepted Answer

Clearly disclose the advisory level and document the client's informed decision to proceed

Answer

Agents must disclose travel advisories to clients and document their informed consent when clients choose to proceed with travel to high-risk destinations.

TICO - Travel Industry Council of Ontario Practice Test

TICO - Travel Industry Council of Ontario Practice Test

TICO Destination Knowledge 2