Over the past two decades, through unprecedented levels of prosperity and changing values, luxury tourism has transformed into a new consumption pattern. This book analyzes the topic in detail with contributions from both recognized scientists and prominent executives in the luxury business. It shows how the concept of luxury has shifted from material to immaterial dimensions, and outlines new trends that will shape the luxury market in the future. The content includes carefully selected leading examples from the most important segments of the tourism market, along with concrete recommendations and best practices. Sharing unique insights, the book is a must-read for those working in the tourism industry, as well as lecturers and university students of tourism.

Over the past two decades, through unprecedented levels of prosperity and changing values, luxury tourism has transformed into a new consumption pattern. This book analyzes the topic in detail with contributions from both recognized scientists and prominent executives in the luxury business. It shows how the concept of luxury has shifted from material to immaterial dimensions, and outlines new trends that will shape the luxury market in the future. The content includes carefully selected leading examples from the most important segments of the tourism market, along with concrete recommendations and best practices. Sharing unique insights, the book is a must-read for those working in the tourism industry, as well as lecturers and university students of tourism.

Dieses essential beschreibt, inwieweit Digitalisierungsprozesse sowie disruptive Technologien in der Event- und Messebranche bereits angestossen und umgesetzt werden und beantwortet die folgenden Fragen: Wie reagieren Event- und Messeteilnehmer und teilnehmerinnen auf den Einsatz der neuen Technologien? Welche Rolle spielen digitale Tools im Hinblick auf Kaufentscheidungen und mit welchen neuen Anforderungen mussen sich Mitarbeiter und Mitarbeiterinnen aufgrund stetiger Anpassungen an veranderte Arbeitsweisen auseinandersetzen?