Elgar Advanced Introductions are stimulating and thoughtful
introductions to major fields in the social sciences, business and
law, expertly written by the world’s leading scholars. Designed
to be accessible yet rigorous, they offer concise and lucid surveys
of the substantive and policy issues associated with discrete
subject areas. This Advanced Introduction is an accessible and
critical review of the economic foundations of tourism. Taking a
regional approach based in macro- and resource economics, David
Marcouiller points to how the competitive aspect of tourism can be
transformative to regional activity. Offering insight into the
decision-making process among both private and public stakeholders,
this book makes clear the increasing necessity of using sound
planning principles and practice to shape tourism consumption and
production. Key Features: Explores integrative and sustainable
tourism planning Outlines the features and construction of the
tourism product and presents an environmental economics perspective
on non-market goods and services Takes a macroeconomic approach to
tourism development, highlighting the regional attributes of
amenities and tourism demand This timely Advanced Introduction will
be crucial reading for scholars interested in tourism economics and
development, economic geography and urban and regional economics as
well as those looking for a thought-provoking introduction to this
evolving area of study.
General
| Imprint: |
Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd
|
| Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
| Series: |
Elgar Advanced Introductions series |
| Release date: |
October 2023 |
| Authors: |
David W Marcouiller
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| Dimensions: |
216 x 138mm (L x W) |
| Pages: |
144 |
| ISBN-13: |
978-1-83910-914-0 |
| Categories: |
Books
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| LSN: |
1-83910-914-9 |
| Barcode: |
9781839109140 |
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