Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
The provision of information to visitors is one of the primary responsibilities of a destination
management organization (DMO). Here the DMO information center for the town of Manitou Springs is
ful
lled by the local chamber of commerce.
PhotocourtesyofManitouSpringsChamberofCommerceand
VisitorsBureau.
transport. Roads should be hard, all-weather surfaced, properly graded and drained, and built to
international standards for safe use. Small, inadequate roads will only have to be torn up and replaced
with better and more adequate systems.
Auxiliary services, such as gasoline stations, roadside eating facilities, motels, roadside parks,
roadside picnic facilities, rest parks that have toilet facilities, scenic turnouts, marked points of interest
within easy access of the road, and auto repair and service facilities, are all needed for successful auto
tourism. The number and spacing of essential services depend on the nature of the area, but a spacing
of about one hour
'
is driving distance is recommended.
Roadside Parks
Auto tourists use and enjoy roadside parks, picnic tables, rest areas, scenic turnouts, and similar
roadside facilities. These facilities are sometimes abused by inconsiderate motorists who litter the area
with their trash. Thus, the rule
is a cardinal principle of tourism
development, and regular maintenance to keep the park in an orderly condition is essential. If the parks
are not properly maintained, the tourist is disappointed and the investment in the park is largely
wasted.
Some states provide deluxe roadside parks with a
fine information building, free refreshments,
tourist hosts and hostesses, and restrooms. These parks are equipped with supplies of folders, maps,
pictures, and other amenities for a refreshing, informative stop.
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If you can
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it, maintain it, don
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it, build it
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OPERATING SECTORS
It is the operating sectors that deliver the tourism experience and tend to be viewed by the media,
public, and visitors as the
It is the task of the operating sectors to develop and
deliver tourism services and experiences with a spirit of hospitality so they will be memorable.
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tourism industry.
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