TICO Destination Knowledge 5

Question 1

A traveller asks about visiting Japan during cherry blossom season. Which months typically see peak cherry blossoms in Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

Late March to early April

Answer

Cherry blossoms in Tokyo typically peak in late March to early April, though exact timing varies by year and climate.

Question 2

Which of the following African countries requires a yellow fever vaccination certificate upon entry if the traveller is arriving from a yellow fever endemic country?

Accepted Answer

Kenya

Answer

Kenya requires proof of yellow fever vaccination for travellers arriving from countries with yellow fever transmission risk.

Question 3

A client is travelling to Dubai. Which of the following behaviours is LEGAL in Dubai?

Accepted Answer

Consuming alcohol in licensed hotel bars and restaurants

Answer

Alcohol consumption is permitted in Dubai but only in licensed venues such as hotel bars and restaurants.

Question 4

The travel agent is recommending the Maldives to a honeymooning couple. What is the MOST important geographic fact they should know?

Accepted Answer

The Maldives consists of coral atolls and most resorts are on separate private islands

Answer

The Maldives is an archipelago of coral atolls where most luxury resorts occupy their own private island, often requiring a speedboat or seaplane transfer.

Question 5

A client asks about time differences for a trip to New Zealand from Toronto. New Zealand Standard Time (NZST) is approximately how many hours AHEAD of Eastern Standard Time?

Accepted Answer

13 hours

Answer

New Zealand Standard Time is approximately 17–18 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time, but during daylight saving, the difference narrows to about 13 hours.

TICO - Travel Industry Council of Ontario Practice Test

TICO - Travel Industry Council of Ontario Practice Test

TICO Destination Knowledge 5