ISBN: 0138142459 9780138142452

Category: Business & Economics / Industries / Hospitality, Travel & Tourism

Page count: 537

Capturing the taste of the industry, <i> <b> <i>Tourism: Concepts and Practices</i> </b> </i> explores this exciting field using a systems approach. Building on the author s experience, it looks at the characteristics of tourism and the demand side first, then organizing tourism, followed by the operating sectors. Full-color photographs, industry profiles, and a career emphasis reveal the opportunities tourism holds for both consumers and professionals. Special geography spotlights examine the reasons people travel and the places people go."