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Tourism And Development In The Developing World (Paperback, 2nd edition): David J. Telfer, Richard Sharpley

Tourism And Development In The Developing World (Paperback, 2nd edition)

David J. Telfer, Richard Sharpley

Series: Routledge Perspectives on Development

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Tourism is widely considered to be an important factor in socio-economic development, particularly in less developed countries. However, despite almost universal recognition of tourism's development potential, the extent to which economic and social progress is linked to the growth of a country's tourism sector remains the subject of intense debate. Tourism and Development in the Developing World offers a thorough overview of the tourism-development relationship. Focusing specifically on the less developed world and drawing on contemporary case studies, this updated second edition questions widely-held assumptions on the role of tourism in development and seeks to highlight the challenges faced by destinations seeking to achieve development through tourism. The introductory chapter establishes the foundation for the book, exploring the meaning and objectives of development, reviewing theoretical perspectives on the developmental process, and assessing the reasons why less developed countries are attracted to tourism as a development option. The concept of sustainable development, as the most widely adopted contemporary model of development, is then introduced and its links with tourism critically assessed. Subsequent chapters explore the key issues associated with tourism and development, including the rise of globalization; the tourism planning and development process; the relationship between tourism and communities within which it is developed; the management implications of trends in the demand for and uptake of tourism; and an analysis of the consequences of tourism development for destination environments, economies and societies. A new chapter considers the challenges of climate change, sustainability of resource supply (oil, water and food), global economic instability, political instability and changing demographics. Finally, the issues raised throughout the book are drawn together in a concluding chapter that assesses the tourism and development 'dilemma'. Combining an overview of essential concepts, theories and knowledge with an analysis of contemporary issues and debates in tourism and development, this new edition will be an invaluable resource for those investigating tourism issues in developing countries. The book will be of interest to students of tourism, development, geography and area studies, international relations and politics, and sociology.

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Imprint: Taylor & Francis
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Series: Routledge Perspectives on Development
Release date: December 2015
First published: 2016
Authors: David J. Telfer • Richard Sharpley
Dimensions: 234 x 156 x 26mm (L x W x T)
Format: Paperback
Pages: 438
Edition: 2nd edition
ISBN-13: 978-1-138-92174-0
Categories: Books > Reference & Interdisciplinary > Interdisciplinary studies > Development studies
Books > Earth & environment > Geography > Regional geography
Books > Business & Economics > Industry & industrial studies > Service industries > Tourism industry
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LSN: 1-138-92174-2
Barcode: 9781138921740

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