TICO Destination Knowledge 4 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: 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?
- December to February
- May or September to October (Correct answer)
- July and August
- March and April
Correct 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.
Question 2: Which Caribbean island is an autonomous country within the Kingdom of the Netherlands, meaning Canadian citizens do NOT need a visa to enter?
- Cuba
- Dominican Republic
- Aruba (Correct answer)
- Jamaica
Correct answer: Aruba
Aruba is a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, and Canadians can visit visa-free for up to 30 days.
Question 3: A traveller planning a safari in Kenya asks about the Great Migration. When do wildebeest typically cross the Mara River in the Masai Mara?
- January to March
- April to June
- July to October (Correct answer)
- November to December
Correct answer: July to October
The dramatic Mara River crossing by wildebeest and zebras typically occurs from July through October during the Great Migration.
Question 4: Which of the following U.S. territories requires a passport for Canadian travellers to enter?
- Puerto Rico
- U.S. Virgin Islands
- Guam (Correct answer)
- American Samoa
Correct 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.
Question 5: A client is nervous about altitude sickness. Which destination would pose the HIGHEST risk?
- Cancun, Mexico
- Cusco, Peru (Correct answer)
- Phuket, Thailand
- Lisbon, Portugal
Correct answer: Cusco, Peru
Cusco, Peru sits at approximately 3,400 metres (11,200 feet) above sea level, making altitude sickness a significant concern.
Question 6: The Schengen Area allows travellers to move freely between member countries. Which of the following is NOT a Schengen member?
- Germany
- France
- Ireland (Correct answer)
- Spain
Correct 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.
Question 7: A client wants to visit Bali, Indonesia. What is the primary religion practiced there, which heavily influences local customs and temple etiquette?
- Islam
- Buddhism
- Hinduism (Correct answer)
- Christianity
Correct answer: Hinduism
Bali is predominantly Hindu, unlike the rest of Indonesia, and visitors must dress modestly and respect temple customs.
TICO Destination Knowledge 4
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?