Destination Knowledge Flashcards

A client wants to visit the Amalfi Coast in Italy. Which season is generally considered the BEST time to visit to avoid peak crowds while still enjoying good weather?

Answer: May or September to October

May and September–October offer pleasant weather and fewer crowds than the peak summer months of July and August.

Which Caribbean island is an autonomous country within the Kingdom of the Netherlands, meaning Canadian citizens do NOT need a visa to enter?

Answer: Aruba

Aruba is a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, and Canadians can visit visa-free for up to 30 days.

A traveller planning a safari in Kenya asks about the Great Migration. When do wildebeest typically cross the Mara River in the Masai Mara?

Answer: July to October

The dramatic Mara River crossing by wildebeest and zebras typically occurs from July through October during the Great Migration.

Which of the following U.S. territories requires a passport for Canadian travellers to enter?

Answer: Guam

Guam, unlike Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, requires Canadians to have a valid passport and may require a visa or use the Visa Waiver Program.

A client is nervous about altitude sickness. Which destination would pose the HIGHEST risk?

Answer: Cusco, Peru

Cusco, Peru sits at approximately 3,400 metres (11,200 feet) above sea level, making altitude sickness a significant concern.

The Schengen Area allows travellers to move freely between member countries. Which of the following is NOT a Schengen member?

Answer: Ireland

Ireland maintains its own border controls and is not part of the Schengen Area, so a separate UK/Ireland visa may be required.

A client wants to visit Bali, Indonesia. What is the primary religion practiced there, which heavily influences local customs and temple etiquette?

Answer: Hinduism

Bali is predominantly Hindu, unlike the rest of Indonesia, and visitors must dress modestly and respect temple customs.