Summary
This book serves as a significant introductory manual for the average reader, who may not possess the necessary background knowledge, in the field of tourism management. It will help them understand the exciting and dynamic area of tourism, comprehend its dimensions, the sectors that comprise it, as well as the factors that influence its success.
For the reader who is already professionally involved in tourism, this book contributes to a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of the dimensions of tourism, the impact of tourism management on the economies of destinations, the environments, and the communities. At the same time, it will help them perceive the importance of tourism prospects through the sustainable development of tourist destinations.
Furthermore, the book is suitable for students who have chosen to study tourism (at the undergraduate or graduate level) as it addresses not only the broader topics of tourism management but also combines theory and examples from international experience while analyzing the career opportunities for those who have studied or are studying the field of Tourism.
Contents
List of figures || List of tables || List of case studies || Guide to the book || Praise for the previous edition || Preface by the editors || Introduction || Understanding tourism || Areas of tourism creation || Tourist demand || Tourism suppliers || Intermediary entities in the tourism system || The economic impacts of tourism || The social and cultural impacts of tourism || The environmental impacts of tourism || Destination development and management || Tourism marketing || Visitor management || The involvement of the public sector in tourism || Tourism and the future || Bibliography || Index of terms
Number of pages
663
Cover
Soft
Year of publication
2020
Publisher
Gutenberg
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