Tourism and the Lodging Sector is a pioneering book, the first
text of its kind to examine the lodging sector from a tourism
perspective. The book highlights the importance of the lodging
sector in tourism as a major income generator and essential part of
the travel experience.
The book offers an international perspective on topics such as
sustainability, security, economic development, technology and
globalization. The issues, concepts and management concerns facing
this industry are examined, highlighting important topics such as:
The place of accommodations in tourism and vice versa The social
ecological and economic implications of lodging development
Management and restructuring issues in a globalizing industry
Sustainable tourism and the accommodation sector Cross-sectoral
linkages between lodging, food services, gaming, conferences, and
other intermediaries The interaction between supply and demand
Safety and security in tourism and lodging
Tourism and the Lodging Sector critically examines a wide range
of lodging establishments from an industry and social science
perspective, drawing parallels and distinctions between the various
types of accommodation, from campgrounds for the cost-conscious or
adventurous outdoor traveler, to luxury, 5-star resorts, and more
innovative accommodation such as tree-house hotels and
ecolodges.
Essential reading for students of tourism this book is an
indispensable guide, unprecedented in the field of tourism
management.
Dallen J. Timothy is Professor, School of Community Resources
and Development, Arizona State University, USA
Victor B. Teye is Associate Professor, School of Community
Resources and Development, Arizona State University, USA
* High profile authors approach lodging from a tourism
perspective
* Includes treatment of booming trends like timeshare and mobile
lodging
* Takes a global perspective on topics such as sustainability,
economic implications and information technology
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