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Tourism Grade 12 NSC November 2018 Memo (English)

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Downloaded from hlayiso.com NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE GRADE 12 TOURISM NOVEMBER 2018 MARKING GUIDELINES MARKS: 200 These marking guidelines consist of 17 pages. Copyright reserved Please turn over
Downloaded from hlayiso.com Tourism 2 DBE/November 2018 NSC – Marking Guidelines TOPICS IN THE TOURISM CAPS ABBREVIATION Topic 1 Tourism sectors TS Topic 2 Map work and tour planning MTP Topic 3 Tourism attractions TA Topic 4 Sustainable and responsible tourism SR Topic 5 Domestic, regional and international tourism DRI Topic 6 Culture and heritage tourism CH Topic 7 Foreign exchange FX Topic 8 Communication and customer care KK Topic 9 Marketing M Copyright reserved
Downloaded from hlayiso.com Tourism 3 DBE/November 2018 NSC – Marking Guidelines SECTION A: SHORT QUESTIONS QUESTION 1 1.1 1.1.1 C/Schengen MTP 1.1.2 B/Yellow fever MTP 1.1.3 D/Bank selling rate MTP 1.1.4 C/forward by ONE hour in summer MTP 1.1.5 C/hire a vehicle at certain foreign destinations MTP 1.1.6 A/An attraction is a feature tourists want to TA experience while an icon is a symbol representing a destination. 1.1.7 D/Switzerland TA 1.1.8 A/Icon A and icon B TA 1.1.9 B/Algarve TA 1.1.10 A/picture of sign language TA 1.1.11 C/sustainable SR 1.1.12 A/Remuneration TS 1.1.13 A/Inform the supervisor when you will be absent from TS work. 1.1.14 C/Uniform allowance TS 1.1.15 A/Damaged access roads and fewer tourists visiting the DRI resorts 1.1.16 B/deadlines during the preparation process are met. DRI 1.1.17 C/Fair Trade Tourism (FTT) SR 1.1.18 B/loss of investor confidence. DRI 1.1.19 C/air markets DRI 1.1.20 C/inconvenience the guest. KK (20 x 1) [20] 1.2 1.2.1 TravelWallet DRI 1.2.2 MasterCard DRI 1.2.3 telegraphic transfer DRI 1.2.4 single supplement MTP 1.2.5 deduction TS (5) 1.3 1.3.1 financial status  MTP 1.3.2 red  MTP 1.3.3 multiplier  FX 1.3.4 accommodation  MTP 1.3.5 Dome of the Rock  TA (5) 1.4 1.4.1 D/KwaZulu-Natal DRI 1.4.2 E/Canada DRI 1.4.3 A/Australia DRI 1.4.4 B/London DRI 1.4.5 F/Rio de Janeiro DRI (5) Copyright reserved Please turn over
Downloaded from hlayiso.com Tourism 4 DBE/November 2018 NSC – Marking Guidelines 1.5 1.5.1 C/Source markets DRI 1.5.2 F/Travel purpose DRI 1.5.3 E/Average expenditure DRI 1.5.4 A/Tourist attractions DRI 1.5.5 B/Research methods DRI (5) TOTAL SECTION A: 40 Copyright reserved Please turn over
Downloaded from hlayiso.com Tourism 5 DBE/November 2018 NSC – Marking Guidelines SECTION B: MAP WORK AND TOUR PLANNING; FOREIGN EXCHANGE QUESTION 2 2.1 2.1.1 (a) AF0995 MTP (1) • Air France 0995 Note: Do not accept “0095” only. (b) 2D MTP (1) (c) CDG (1) 2.1.2 His seat number is 2D which is located in the front of the aircraft.  MTP (2) • He is booked in the business class section which is located in the front of the aircraft. • According to the configuration of the aircraft his seat is in the second row which is located at the front of the aircraft. • As a business class passenger, he gets priority boarding. 2.1.3 To save paper for the airline MTP • To reduce printing and maintenance costs for the airline (4) • To subscribe to sustainable practices • To speed up the check-in process. • To be technologically advanced • Less pressure on the airline staff when it comes to boarding procedures. 2.1.4 (a) It is a more convenient option in terms of accessibility (mobile MTP devices) compared to hard copies. (2) • It cannot be lost easily – it is on the cell phone. • It eliminates time spent in long queues at the check-in counters when travelling without checked luggage. • Tourists who are technologically inclined would prefer to utilise this streamlined check-in process. (b) The cell phone's battery can be flat.  MTP (2) • Problems with access to the Internet to download the electronic boarding pass. • The cell phone/information can be lost/stolen/damaged. • Tourists/staff who are not technologically inclined will experience difficulty in using the technology. • Not all cell phones are able to operate the application. 2.2.1 The flight routes consisted of two direct flights without travelling back and MTP forth unnecessarily.  (2) • The flight travelled north directly to Paris where there was a stop-over followed by a direct transatlantic flight westward to Havana. • It is a 1 stop flight. • There are no direct flights to Havana, therefore he was in transit in Paris. Copyright reserved Please turn over
Downloaded from hlayiso.com Tourism 6 DBE/November 2018 NSC – Marking Guidelines 2.2.2 Leg 1 of Mr Smith's trip Paris (+1) Johannesburg (+2) MTP Time difference: 1 hours  Time at OR Tambo = 18:00 19:00 - 1 hour time difference Daylight Saving Time: 18:00 (+) 1 hour DST Time in Paris: = 19:00 OR 19:00 OR Paris (+1) Johannesburg (+2) Daylight Saving Time: Paris (+2)  Time difference: 0 hours  Departure time: 19:00 (+/- 0) hour time difference = 19:00 (4) 2.2.3 Arrival time in Paris: 19:00 (+) 11hours flying time = 06:00 Departure time to Havana: 16:00 Transit time in Paris: 16:00 (-) 06:00 =10 hours  OR 10 hours  (4) Copyright reserved Please turn over
Downloaded from hlayiso.com Tourism 7 DBE/November 2018 NSC – Marking Guidelines 2.2.4 Leg 2 of Mr. Smith's trip Havana (-5) Paris (+1) MTP Time difference: 6 hours  Time in Havana (when he left 16:00 (-) 6 hours time difference Paris): = 10:00 Flying time to Havana: 21:00 - 10:00 = 11 hours OR 11 hours OR Havana (-5) Paris (+1) MTP Daylight Saving Time added: Havana (-4) Paris (+2) Time difference: 6 hours  Time in Havana (when he left 16:00 (-) 6 hours time difference Paris): = 10:00 Flying time to Havana: 21:00 - 10:00 = 11 hours (5) [28] Copyright reserved Please turn over
Downloaded from hlayiso.com Tourism 8 DBE/November 2018 NSC – Marking Guidelines QUESTION 3 3.1 Euro FX (1) • € 3.2 3.2.1 The bank has to make a profit when it sells currencies/FOREX.  FX (2) 3.2.2 Czech Republic  FX • Czech / Czech koruna Egypt  (2) • Egyptian / Egyptian pound 3.3 3.3.1 R26 000 + R3 800 + R23 100 = R52 900 FX (2) • R52 900 3.3.2 R58 000 – R52 900 = R5 100 FX Yes She has not exceeded her budget and will have R5 100 extra. (2) Note: Do not award any marks for YES 3.3.3 R58 000 ÷ () 14.11 = USD 4 110,56 FX (3) OR USD 4 110,56 3.3.4 USD150 x () 14,07 = R 2 110,50 FX (3) OR R 2 110,50 Copyright reserved Please turn over
Downloaded from hlayiso.com Tourism 9 DBE/November 2018 NSC – Marking Guidelines 3.4 PARAGRAPH FX HOW A WEAK RAND CAN HELP TO ALLEVIATE POVERTY AND UNEMPLOYMENT IN SOUTH AFRICA. A weak rand will attract more inbound international tourists to South Africa. When inbound international tourists spend more in South Africa, a greater demand for tourism products and services is created.  They will get more value for their money and therefore more spending within the local economy.  (6) • More international tourists will come to South Africa, they will spend more, thus alleviating poverty and reducing unemployment. • When the rand is weak, inbound international tourists will receive more rand for their currency, giving them greater spending power in South Africa. • An increased demand will lead to a growth in the GDP. • More job opportunities are created. • Improved standard of living for the people of South Africa. Paragraph format Complete well-constructed sentences were used, written as a complete paragraph without bullets or numbers.  (1) [22] TOTAL SECTION B: 50 Copyright reserved Please turn over
Downloaded from hlayiso.com Tourism 10 DBE/November 2018 NSC – Marking Guidelines SECTION C: TOURISM ATTRACTIONS; CULTURE AND HERITAGE TOURISM; MARKETING QUESTION 4 4.1 4.1.1 Britain TA (1) • UK • United Kingdom • Great Britain • England 4.1.2 Road / Rail / Water transport  TA (2) Note: Accept a relevant example such as double decker bus bus, metered taxi, underground train, river boat 4.1.3 1 - Tower Bridge TA 2 - Big Ben / Palace of Westminster 3 - Buckingham Palace (3) 4.1.4 (a) Changing of the Guards TA (2) Note: Accept any reference to military activity at the icon. (b) The guards at the palace go through a military routine which TA attracts many tourists. (2) • The changing of the guards and the ceremony of the process has become a tradition and is enjoyed by tourists. (c) It is the royal residence of the British monarch (2) • Buckingham Palace hosts State functions. 4.1.5 Tower of London TA (1) 4.2 4.2.1 Ayers Rock TA (1) • Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park • Uluru-Kata Tjuta Note: Do not accept “Uluru” only. 4.2.2 Sydney Opera House TA (1) Copyright reserved Please turn over
Downloaded from hlayiso.com Tourism 11 DBE/November 2018 NSC – Marking Guidelines 4.2.3 Yes. TA The visitor numbers exceeded the targeted numbers. (2) • It attracts tourists from all over the world who are interested in culture, heritage and nature. OR No. They do not have sustainable and responsible management plans in place. • Tourists are destroying the site through litter and damaging the site through climbing. • The tourists' disregard the religious significance of the site. • There is little focus on the general appearance and upkeep of the attraction. • There are no benefits for the indigenous people and on the environment. Note: Do not award any marks for YES or NO 4.2.4 (a) Tourists climb the rock even though the aborigines do not want TA them to. The aborigines do not get the benefits from tourists visiting the site even though the land belongs to them. (4) • It is a sacred site to the aborigines and should be treated with respect. • Few Aborigines are employed in the park. (b) Problems with climbing the rock TA Limit the number of tourists climbing the rock. (2) • Involve the aborigines in granting permission rights to climbers. • Use the local aborigines as guides for the climbers. Do not get benefits from the tourism chain The Aborigines should be given incentives such as becoming shareholders in the attraction.  (2) • The Aborigines must be involved in the planning and management of the tourist activities in and around the attraction. Disrespect of the sacred site • Provide information boards/pamphlets with information on responsible tourist behaviour. • More stringent regulations should be enforced by the government. Few Aborigines employed • Policy on preferential employment for aborigines. Note: Ensure that the recommendation given in (b) are linked to the reason given in (a). [25] Copyright reserved Please turn over
Downloaded from hlayiso.com Tourism 12 DBE/November 2018 NSC – Marking Guidelines QUESTION 5 5.1 5.1.1 Northern Cape CH (1) 5.1.2 Cultural CH (1) 5.2 The ǂKhomani San tribes are still living in this area and they still practise CH some of their ancient cultural traditions.  (2) 5.3 Improved quality of life CH Increase in tourism will lead to increased revenue and therefore they can spend money on basic necessities to improve their quality of life.  (2) • With the ǂKhomani Cultural Landscape becoming a World Heritage Site it will increase the number of tourists visiting this area which will mean increased revenue for the people. • Increased revenue will alleviate poverty in this rural part of South Africa and improve their quality of life. • Job creation. Cultural pride and sustainability Due to the traditional practises that come from an ancient culture still being practised today, they will protect their cultural practises.  (2) • Their culture earned them World Heritage Status, so they will now protect and take pride in their culture. • They will manage the site sustainably as well as their cultural practises as it is an attraction that is earning them an income and bringing tourists to this rural part of South Africa. Infrastructural accessibility The ǂKhomani people will now also enjoy and benefit from the upgrades to infrastructure due to increased visitor numbers and increased interest to visit the new World Heritage Site.  (2) • Increase in visitor numbers to the World Heritage Site will set in motion the demand for tourism infrastructure and support services which will set the multiplier effect in motion for the region. Paragraph format Complete well-constructed sentences were used, written as a complete paragraph without bullets or numbers.  (1) [11] Copyright reserved Please turn over
Downloaded from hlayiso.com Tourism 13 DBE/November 2018 NSC – Marking Guidelines QUESTION 6 6.1 World Travel Market M • WTM ITB  (2) Note: Accept any order 6.2 Tourism businesses in South Africa advertise amongst others, their outdoor M products and services to domestic tourists. (2) • They showcase tourism products and services on offer in South Afrika. 6.3 Attractive and eye-catching displays of all 9 provinces at the South African M Tourism stands. Brochures, DVDs and proudly South African branded hand-outs. (4) • Personnel manning the stand answer questions about South Africa • Networking with other international role players and promoting the South African brand image to these role players. • Presentations on South African products and services. • Sharing posts to social media platforms. 6.4 6.4.1 Tourism businesses are encouraged to maintain high service levels to M maintain good publicity.  (2) • Responsible management plans are in place to support the tourism businesses sustainably. • Tourism businesses must have sound business principles in place to ensure profitability and thus a guarantee of the business succeeding and being in operation for the future. 6.4.2 Locals must become brand ambassadors for the country and always say positive things about South Africa.  (2) • Each South African should play their part in ensuring South Africa is a safe, secure, clean and beautiful country. • South Africans must act in a responsible way to showcase their pride in their country. • To encourage South Africans to be responsible travellers in their own country. • Encourage South Africans to explore their own country. 6.5 Stakeholders can have time in advance to prepare and inform relevant M parties of these marketing opportunities. (2) [14] TOTAL SECTION C: 50 Copyright reserved Please turn over
Downloaded from hlayiso.com Tourism 14 DBE/November 2018 NSC – Marking Guidelines SECTION D: TOURISM SECTORS; SUSTAINABLE AND RESPONSIBLE TOURISM QUESTION 7 7.1 7.1.1 A verbal or written agreement outlining the terms and conditions of TS employment.  (2) Note: Accept examples linked to the Contract of Employment. 7.1.2 Working double shifts with no overtime pay.  TS (2) • Not allowed to sit during shifts. • Increased responsibilities without extra remuneration. • Verbally abused by her employer. • No staff transport available at the end of their late-night shifts. • No opportunities available to channel grievances. 7.1.3 Raise her grievance to her employer stating the current unacceptable TS working conditions and suggest ways to improve upon it.  Seek legal advice from a labour law expert / CCMA.  (4) • Discuss the matter with the union she is affiliated (associated) to. • Work towards resolving the grievance amicably (politely) between the employer with emphasis to compliance in terms of the employment contract. • Commence with the restaurant's internal grievance procedures if one is in place. 7.1.4 Lack of concentration/focus on the tasks on hand when at work. TS Not keen in displaying her best efforts when performing her duties at work. (4) • Frustration spilling over onto customers that she is attending to. • Demotivation can lead to tasks left incomplete or not attempted altogether. • Absenteeism / lack of punctuality will increase. • Loyalty to the company can be compromised [12] Copyright reserved Please turn over
Downloaded from hlayiso.com Tourism 15 DBE/November 2018 NSC – Marking Guidelines QUESTION 8 8.1 8.1.1 These are guidelines addressing responsible and appropriate SR behaviour when visiting a destination.  (2) • It includes appropriate behavioural guidelines including the pillars of sustainability and responsible tourism. 8.1.2 Ensuring that the resources in an area are respected and sustained SR for future generations to benefit and enjoy.  (2) 8.1.3 Enquire from local leaders the appropriate behaviour in line with the SR local customs and religious ceremonies. Respect the dignity/privacy of the locals.  Be sensitive and ask permission before taking photographs.  (6) • Do prior research on the culture practised at the attraction in order not to offend the locals. • Dressing appropriately to avoid offence. • Participate in the local everyday activities of the local people. • Tourists should be encouraged to act responsibly towards the environment. (Accept examples in context of the cultural village) 8.2 8.2.1 (a) Social Pillar SR • People pillar Economic Pillar (2) • Profit pillar (b) Social pillar (People pillar) - counselling sessions / Supporting SR the health of HIV positive women. Economic Pillar (Profit pillar) - financial support / making and (2) selling soap. Note: If no pillar is given in (a), no marks are to be awarded for (b) 8.2.2 Offering employment and empowerment to the local women who are SR HIV-positive.  The financial gain earned through employment is used to meet the basic needs of these women and their children.  (4) • The earnings enable these women to have access to basic health necessities needed to follow a healthy lifestyle e.g. access to medication. • The counselling builds on their knowledge of the HIV epidemic and assists in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. • Skills are developed. [18] TOTAL SECTION D: 30 Copyright reserved Please turn over
Downloaded from hlayiso.com Tourism 16 DBE/November 2018 NSC – Marking Guidelines SECTION E: DOMESTIC, REGIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL TOURISM; COMMUNICATION AND CUSTOMER CARE QUESTION 9 9.1 9.1.1 Bird flu outbreak DRI (2) • Outbreak of H5N8 bird flu virus • Infected wild birds • Caused the deaths of many wild birds • Stopped the spread of the disease 9.1.2 Positive DRI Tourist may want to educate their children about the preventative measures in place to stop the spreading of a dangerous virus.  (2) • Tourists will appreciate the measures put in place by the zoo to safeguard visitors against contracting and spreading the virus. • Tourists may regard the zoo as a responsible attraction due to its attempts in containing bird flu. • Chemicals used are not harmful to humans Negative Some tourists will view the disinfectants used by the zoo as harmful to humans and the surrounding environment.  (2) • Some tourists will not be comfortable in submerging their feet or shoes into a footbath at the exits. • Visitors will put their trip to the attraction on hold until it is safe therefore causing a decline in ticket sales. • Bad publicity through word of mouth. • Engaging in the process can be time consuming Note: Award marks for ONE answer from EACH category (positive and negative) 9.1.3 Unforeseen occurrence DRI (2) • Boating/ferry accident 9.1.4 Tourists will be reluctant to use the ferries to Robben Island due to the DRI element of danger.  Tourists may decide not to visit Robben Island but may opt to visit other destinations.  (4) • Visitors would be fearful of their safety when visiting other attractions in the Western Cape. 9.1.5 A decline in foreign tourist arrivals to South Africa will result in DRI decreased foreign income.  The multiplier effect will be negatively affected due to fewer tourists visiting the attractions.  (4) • Domestic travel to the affected areas will decrease resulting in a decrease in visitor numbers and spending. • Will result in job losses Copyright reserved Please turn over
Downloaded from hlayiso.com Tourism 17 DBE/November 2018 NSC – Marking Guidelines 9.2 9.2.1 Multiple trips  DRI (2) • Group 3 • 445 495 • 41,1% • Tourists who entered and departed South Africa more than once in June 2017. 9.2.2 (a) Only arrivals DRI Inbound international tourists continued to spend money during their stay as they remained in the country for an undetermined period.  (2) (b) Multiple trips DRI The basic expenditure of inbound international tourists is being repeated for every return visit to the country over a one-month period.  (2) • Each trip tourists make to South Africa they require accommodation, transport, food etc. thereby increasing the average expenditure of tourists. 9.3 Loyalty points can be used to supplement payment towards purchases, thus making products/services more affordable (discounts).  (2) • The tourists will spend their accumulated loyalty point at the loyalty programme partners, thus increasing the financial gains for these businesses. Note: Do not accept one-word answers. [24] QUESTION 10 10.1 10.1.1 Make use of technology such as listening devices (audio-tours) and KK translation Apps.  (2) • Employ tourist guides that speak the language of the group. • Employ multilingual tourist guides (speaking more than one language). • Tours for smaller groups • Retraining of tourist guides to improve communication skills. • Make information available in different languages. 10.1.2 Establish a restaurant at the attraction.  KK (2) • Encourage entrepreneurship by allowing local vendors to trade at the attractions. • Partner with neighbouring food and beverage outlets. 10.2 The attraction would use different types of feedback methods such as KK feedback cards, questionnaires etc. to determine how successful the above recommendations were.  (2) Note: Accept examples of feedback methods. [6] TOTAL SECTION E: 30 GRAND TOTAL: 200 Copyright reserved

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