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1. Resort Definition
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2. Classification of resort hotel
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3. Background of resort hotel
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4. Elements of resort design
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5. Principles of resort Design
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6. Functional Relationship
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7. Resort location
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8. Design consideration
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Arba Minch university department of architecture &urban
Literature Review
Definition of resort:
A retreat a sanctuary, a hideaway, a holiday destination a hotel resort! A hotel resort in contrast to the regular hotel establishment, provides accommodation for longer periods of time and offers unique encounters.
Resort offer experiences and entertainment activity based upon local attractions which attraction people with the prospects of engaging in the exceptional and the extraordinary. A resort promises an escape in to a world of excitement, pleasure and fantasy where guests are able to relax and unwind.
This retreat can be enjoyed by the whole family as children can be cared for and entertained in a safe and stimulating environment an important aspect of resort design is to understand the guest profile.
Resort is place used for relaxation/recreation attracting visitors for vacation and tourism. Resorts are place, towns are sometime commercial establishment operated by a single company.
Classification of resort:
Segments from operational and consumer perspectives. This study only represents the first step in the applying the new definition of resorts.
1. Ski
To be considered a destination amenity for a property located in a ski destination (ex. Vail), the property must have one dedicated lift for their guests, direct access to multiple runs, and a range of amenities and activities to indicate skiing as an anchor attribute. For resorts outside of ski destinations, they must have access to a private hill, multiple lifts, five or more runs, and a range of amenities and activities to indicate skiing as an anchor