The Process of Performing Research - Assignment Example

In this study, the main aim is to obtain the opinion of tourists on their destinations and the tourism industry. Therefore, this questionnaire will collect the opinions and views of the tourists. The analysis of the responses obtained from the questionnaires will provide an understanding of the perceptions of tourists on their destinations and the industry. A sample of 80 travelers randomly selected will be used.

Questionnaire

Thank you for agreeing to fill in this questionnaire, it has been designed to try and find out your opinions and views on the traveling industry.

Kindly tick (√) on the appropriate answer

1. Gender

Male   

Female

2. Age

• Below 20 years [4]. 41-50 years
• 21- 30 years [5]. 51-60 years
• 31 to 40 years [6]. 61 and above

3. What is the range of your monthly income?

• Below £5,000                         [5]. £20,001 - £30,000                       
• £5,000 - £10,000 [6]. £30,001 - £40,000
• £10,001 - £15,000                         [7]. £40,001- £50,000            
• £15,001 - £20,000 [8]. Above £50,000

4. Where do you come from

• Citizens [3]. Visitor
• Resident

5. Do you how much do you travel?

• Often [2]. Rarely

6. Do you use prefer using tour guides to touring alone?

• Yes [2]. No

7. What is your main reason for traveling

• Leisure
• Business
• Meeting friends and relatives
• Others

Please indicate the level by which you agree with the following statement by ticking (√) in the provided space. “5” shows that you strongly agree while “1” shows that you strongly disagree

Q

Question

Strongly Disagree

(1)

Disagree

(2)

Neutral

(3)

Agree

(4)

Strongly Agree

(5)

8.      

A tour around well-known and less known cities is captivating

9.      

Sporting offers a good opportunity for tourists

10.   

The beauty of the nature and landscape attract me to tour around

11.   

I like places that offer cultural experiences

12.   

Holiday and relaxation are important aspects of a tour

13.   

The kindness of local people and tour operators influence touring decisions  

14.   

Good transport and communication networks are taken into consideration before making travel arrangements

15.   

Information is important especially on the places and rates of a given place before touring

16.   

Crowding on the beaches discourage tourists

17.   

Accommodation and catering services should be well arranged before one tour a given place

18.   

Offers that are available in a given location influence the decisions of tourists

19.   

Travel agencies are the best places for one to obtain information on locations

20.   

I always meet my expectation when I travel or tour different places