Rating Accommodation in Northern Ireland: Unveiling the Secrets of the Northern Ireland Tourist Board

Rating Accommodation in Northern Ireland: Northern Ireland Tourist Board

Unit 17: Managing Accommodation Services

Btec Level 3 - Year 2

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will understand how the Northern Ireland Tourist Board (Tourism NI) rates accommodation in Northern Ireland.

Slide 1: Introduction

The Northern Ireland Tourist Board (NITB) is responsible for rating and grading accommodation establishments in Northern Ireland.

Slide 2: Quality Grading Scheme

The NITB uses a Quality Grading Scheme to rate accommodations based on a set of criteria.

Slide 3: Criteria for Rating

The criteria for rating accommodations include cleanliness, comfort, service, and hospitality.

Slide 4: Star Ratings

Accommodations are awarded star ratings ranging from 1 to 5 stars, indicating their overall quality and facilities.

Slide 5: Quality Assurance Assessments

To maintain quality standards, accommodations undergo regular Quality Assurance Assessments by NITB inspectors.

Slide 6: Benefits of Rating

Accommodations with higher ratings enjoy benefits such as enhanced reputation, increased bookings, and eligibility for specific promotions.

Slide 7: Consumer Confidence

The NITB rating system helps tourists make informed decisions by providing reliable information about the quality of accommodations.

Slide 8: Conclusion

Understanding how the NITB rates accommodations can help both providers and tourists in Northern Ireland.

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Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

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Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

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