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Book SynopsisTropical islands are fragile, vulnerable environments and yet they are coming under increasing strain due to coastal developments and global environmental change. As a result of their remote location, small size and limited natural resource endowments, tourism has become an important economic activity, leading to emerging conflicts between the interests of developers, tourists and residents.Whilst much has been written about tourism-related development in tropical islands from a socio-cultural and economic point of view, the political ecology of environmental change has received surprisingly little attention. Political ecology is a powerful tool with which to investigate the role and interests of different actors in the process of environmental change, and this highly original volume represents a first ever study of tourism and tropical island development employing this novel but effective approach. Central to the argument is the belief that environmental problems cannot properly be understood without considering their economic and political context. The political ecology focus allows the authors to compare a wide range of tropical islands and to identify more sustainable development paths. They are also able to analyse the role of the various actors involved in the tourism development versus environmental change debate such as the state, international organizations, the tourism industry, local communities and non-governmental organizations.The continued growth of tourism will undoubtedly cause greater environmental problems. This book makes a major contribution toward understanding and solving these conflicts, particularly in those islands where the problems are most pressing. It will be required reading for students, researchers and academics of tourism, service management, geography, environmental studies, human ecology and economic development.Trade Review'. . . the book deserves to be widely read. The book offers something for everybody from practitioner to undergraduate student to "serious" academic. I aim to encourage particularly the latter to read the book, if only for the truly exceptional contributions by Gossling and Patterson and Rodriguez.' -- Daniela Schilcher, Journal of Sustainable Tourism'Gossling's volume is a welcome contribution to island literature and the broader body of work on tourism. This book is recommended for both personal and institutional libraries of governments, academics, and practitioners concerned with tourism development in island environments.' -- Lee Jolliffe, Annals of Tourism Research'The Tropics. Islands. Tourism. These are the troika of landscapes and processes which have perhaps been most heavily hyped and themed by contemporary discourse as segregated sites of (con)sensual pleasure. Such narratives camouflage the nature of these pseudo-ideal sites as contested spaces; and alienate publics from a critical discussion of the ever-central relationship between land, profit and power. Tourism and Development in Tropical Islands adopts a challenging 'political ecology' approach to expose and trace the history of these 'warm water' island narratives and how they manufacture very particular and partial images of nature, society and development. It unabashedly asks Who Gains? Who Loses? from a particular tourism policy, plan, project and/or 'product'. The book proposes to replace unidirectional discourse with bidirectional dialogue as the vehicle for sustainable development. It is a useful and timely addition to the burgeoning literature on 'island studies', inviting readers to consider a clutch of insightful case studies - or 'Tales of Conflict' - along with a penetrating analytical synthesis.' -- Godfrey Baldacchino, University of Prince Edward Island, Canada'This is a welcome addition to the literature on island tourism. It is the first sustained cross-national attempt to apply the political ecology perspective across a global sample of inter-tropical coastal settings. This conceptual framework focuses on the interaction between various tourism stakeholders - national and international, public and private - to explain the process of environmental change in island resort areas. The volume contains an unusual diversity of case studies, rich and informative in their own right. It will provide valuable reading for both tourism academics and professionals and spawn further research along the same lines.' -- Jerome L. McElroy, Saint Mary's College, Indiana, USTable of ContentsContents: Preface 1. Tourism and Development in Tropical Islands: Political Ecology Perspectives 2. The Political Ecology of Tourism in the Cayman Islands 3. The Political Ecology of Tourism in the Commonwealth of Dominica 4. Tourism Policy and Planning in St Lucia 5. The Political Ecology of Marine Protected Areas: The Case of the Bay Islands 6. Native Tourism, Natural Forests and Local Incomes on Ilha Grande, Brazil 7. The Political Ecology of Tourism in Zanzibar 8. ‘High-value Conservation Tourism’: Integrated Tourism Development in the Seychelles? 9. Human Resources Development for Tourism in a Peripherial Island: Hainan, China 10. Community-oriented Marine Tourism in the Philippines: Role in Economic Development and Conservation 11. Tourism Development and the Coastal Environment on Bintan Island Index

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Book SynopsisThe Olympic Games is a unique event centering global interest on its host city. The financing of the Games has changed dramatically since Munich (1972) and economic interests and effects are increasingly paramount. It is therefore an anomaly that accurate economic analysis and comparison is not readily available. This is the most detailed study on the economic implications of recent and future Olympic Games over four decades.Holger Preuss analyses the most important issues surrounding the hosting of the Olympics, and its wider economic effects, including: financial gigantism of the Olympic Games commercialisation and its control problems associated with achieving the Olympic requirements and standards the economic legacy of Olympic Games the feasibility of developing countries staging future Olympic Games detailed post Olympic analysis of financial figures conclusions on the economic related achievements of respective Organising Committees. Academics and researchers of sports economics, international economics, international business and competition will all find this fascinating book of great value. The rigorous and authoritative analysis ensures valuable information will be available for future bid cities, and in a wider context, any city planning to bid for a major sporting event. It will also appeal to those interested in the broader context of the Olympic Games and concerned by their commercialisation and gigantism.Trade Review'The book is chock full of data and history. . . Preuss's book provides an in-depth, comprehensive look at the economics and finances of the Olympics. The book merits reading in a sequential fashion, but readers interested in particular topics would still benefit from reading only specific sections. It does contain a number of graphs, tables and some equations, but the accompanying text is written in an accessible manner that should not put off non-specialist readers.' -- IPKat'This book should be compulsory reading for all politicians and planners involved in preparing for the Games, for tutors who want to incorporate analysis of the Olympics into their programmes, for sports studies and sports management students in higher education, for events management staff and students wanting the definitive word on the economics of mega events. It is Preuss's defining contribution to the study of the economics of sport.' -- Peter Taylor, Leisure Studies'Professor Preuss has written a much needed book comparing the economic effects of the Olympic Games from 1972 to 2004. The book will be easy to follow for those without an in-depth knowledge of economics. . . This book should be essential reading for anyone connected to the London Games and for anyone involved in tourism. It will also be a very useful source of information and statistics for those studying how the Olympic Games affect tourism, sport or other aspects of leisure.' -- Mike Dods, The Tourism Society Journal'This is probably the most ambitious effort, so far, to describe economic impacts of Summer Olympic Games. . . The major contribution of this book is that it gives a wealth of details and succeeds in making these comparable over 30 years and 7 countries. It is a unique source of information and a "must-have" in the reference library of any institution or researcher interested in mega-events.' -- Tommy D. Andersson, Idrottsforum.orgTable of ContentsContents: Preface by Jacques Rogge Foreword by Holger Preuss 1. Introduction: The Situation of Modern Cities and the Olympic Games 2. Methodology: Justifications for Use 3. Financing of the Games: Interests, Winners and Losers 4. Growth and Financial Gigantism: The Scale of the Olympic Games 5. Technique of Measuring: The Economic Impact of Olympic Games 6. Tourism and Exports: The Sleeping Giants 7. Investments and the Reconstruction of a City: Burdens and Opportunities 8. The Great Source of Income: Revenues of the OCOG 9. The Flip Side of the Coin: Expenditures of the Organizing Committee 10. Jobs, Jobs, Jobs: Great Opportunities or Flash in the Pan? 11. The Olympic Aftermath: Price Increases and Economic Legacy 12. Reflections: The Olympics Today and the Challenge for Future Hosts References Index

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Book SynopsisThe football industry has long been the subject of theoretical and empirical analysis by economists. A study of the economics of football throws up a range of intriguing questions - from what determines the level of attendance at football matches to how efficient football managers are in producing team performance, given the playing resources available. This important collection considers these and other questions - such as: What drives the transfer value of players? How has the changing structure of football's labour market affected sporting and financial outcomes? How effective have football leagues been in maintaining competitive balance? Do football clubs seek to maximise profits? How predictable are football matches? Is the football betting market efficient?This authoritative two volume collection pulls together the work of leading sports economists over the last five decades to answer these and other questions using consumer theory, labour economics, industrial organisation and a range of other theoretical insights combined with econometric analysis. These innovative volumes bring together a careful synthesis of applied economics that will be of interest to all those concerned with analysing the real world.Trade Review‘The Economics of Association Football has a well-deserved spot on my bookshelf. In a technically competent and eminently readable style, with many new insights, Professor Gerrard provides the essential converge (demand, supply, labor, league structure, industrial performance) and much more. We get the first comprehensive treatment of betting market efficiency determined by actual match outcomes. And we are all better off from his impressive comparison of open leagues (promotion and relegation) and closed leagues (North American style). In the vernacular "a master on the sports business pitch scores a clear goal".' -- Rodney D. Fort, Washington State University, USTable of ContentsContents: Volume I Acknowledgements Introduction Bill Gerrard PART I ATTENDANCE DEMAND 1. R.A. Hart, J. Hutton and T. Sharot (1975), ‘A Statistical Analysis of Association Football Attendances’ 2. Peter J.W.N. Bird (1982), ‘The Demand for League Football’ 3. Nicholas Jennett (1984), ‘Attendances, Uncertainty of Outcome and Policy in Scottish League Football’ 4. Bruce Walker (1986), ‘The Demand for Professional League Football and the Success of Football League Teams: Some City Size Effects’ 5. David Peel and Dennis Thomas (1988), ‘Outcome Uncertainty and the Demand for Football: An Analysis of Match Attendances in the English Football League’ 6. S.M. Dobson and J.A. Goddard (1992), ‘The Demand for Standing and Seated Viewing Accommodation in the English Football League’ 7. S.M. Dobson and J.A. Goddard (1995), ‘The Demand for Professional League Football in England and Wales, 1925–92’ 8. Mark Baimbridge, Samuel Cameron and Peter Dawson (1996), ‘Satellite Television and the Demand for Football: A Whole New Ball Game?’ 9. Robert Simmons (1996), ‘The Demand for English League Football: A Club-level Analysis’ 10. David Forrest and Robert Simmons (2002), ‘Outcome Uncertainty and Attendance Demand in Sport: The Case of English Soccer’ 11. David Forrest, Robert Simmons and Patrick Feehan (2002), ‘A Spatial Cross-sectional Analysis of the Elasticity of Demand for Soccer’ PART II THE SPORTING PRODUCTION FUNCTION 12. Richard Audas, Stephen Dobson and John Goddard (1997), ‘Team Performance and Managerial Change in the English Football League’ 13. Rick Audas, Stephen Dobson and John Goddard (1999), ‘Organizational Performance and Managerial Turnover’ 14. Fiona Carmichael, Dennis Thomas and Robert Ward (2000), ‘Team Performance: The Case of English Premiership Football’ 15. Peter Dawson, Stephen Dobson and Bill Gerrard (2000), ‘Estimating Coaching Efficiency in Professional Team Sports: Evidence from English Association Football’ 16. Dieter J. Haas (2003), ‘Technical Efficiency in the Major League Soccer’ 17. R.H. Koning (2003), ‘An Econometric Evaluation of the Effect of Firing a Coach on Team Performance’ PART III THE FOOTBALL PLAYERS’ LABOUR MARKET AND TRANSFER SYSTEM 18. Peter J. Sloane (1969), ‘The Labour Market in Professional Football’ 19. F. Carmichael and D. Thomas (1993), ‘Bargaining in the Transfer Market: Theory and Evidence’ 20. Robert Simmons (1997), ‘Implications of the Bosman Ruling for Football Transfer Markets’ 21. Alan Speight and Dennis Thomas (1997), ‘Arbitrator Decision-making in the Transfer Market: An Empirical Analysis’ 22. Fiona Carmichael, David Forrest and Robert Simmons (1999), ‘The Labour Market in Association Football: Who Gets Transferred and For How Much?’ 23. Peter Antonioni and John Cubbin (2000), ‘The Bosman Ruling and the Emergence of a Single Market in Soccer Talent’ 24. Thomas Ericson (2000), ‘The Bosman Case: Effects on the Abolition of the Transfer Fee’ 25. Bill Gerrard and Steve Dobson (2000), ‘Testing for Monopoly Rents in the Market for Playing Talent: Evidence from English Professional Football’ 26. Stefan Szymanski (2000), ‘A Market Test for Discrimination in the English Professional Soccer Leagues’ 27. Spiros Bougheas and Paul Downward (2003), ‘The Economics of Professional Sports Leagues: Some Insights on the Reform of Transfer Markets’ 28. Eberhard Feess and Gerd Muehlheusser (2003), ‘Transfer Fee Regulations in European Football’ 29. Claudio Lucifora and Rob Simmons (2003), ‘Superstar Effects in Sport: Evidence from Italian Soccer’ Name Index Volume II Acknowledgements An introduction by the editor to both volumes appears in Volume I PART I COMPETITIVE BALANCE AND LEAGUE STRUCTURE 1. N. Jennett and P.J. Sloane (1985), ‘The Future League Football: A Critique of the Report of the Chester Committee of Enquiry’ 2. John A. Cairns (1987), ‘Evaluating Changes in League Structure: The Reorganization of the Scottish Football League’ 3. Thomas Hoehn and Stefan Szymanski (1999), ‘The Americanization of European Football’ 4. Stefan Szymanski (2001), ‘Income Inequality, Competitive Balance and the Attractiveness of Team Sports: Some Evidence and a Natural Experiment from English Soccer’ 5. Roger G. Noll (2002), ‘The Economics of Promotion and Relegation in Sports Leagues: The Case of English Football’ 6. Luigi Buzzacchi, Stefan Szymanski and Tommaso M. Valletti (2003), ‘Equality of Opportunity and Equality of Outcome: Open Leagues, Closed Leagues and Competitive Balance’ 7. Stephen Dobson and John Goddard (2004), ‘Revenue Divergence and Competitive Balance in a Divisional Sports League’ PART II INDUSTRIAL PERFORMANCE 8. Peter J. Sloane (1971), ‘The Economics of Professional Football: The Football Club as a Utility Maximiser’ 9. Stefan Szymanski and Ron Smith (1997), ‘The English Football Industry: Profit, Performance and Industrial Structure’ 10. S.M. Dobson and J.A. Goddard (1998), ‘Performance and Revenue in Professional League Football: Evidence from Granger Causality Tests’ 11. Stephen Dobson and John Goddard (1998), ‘Performance, Revenue, and Cross Subsidization in the Football League, 1927–1994’ 12. Stephen Dobson, John Goddard and Carlyn Ramlogan (2001), ‘Revenue Convergence in the English Soccer League’ 13. Stephen Hall, Stefan Szymanski and Andrew S. Zimbalist (2002), ‘Testing Causality Between Team Performance and Payroll: The Cases of Major League Baseball and English Soccer’ 14. Bill Gerrard (2005), ‘A Resource-Utilization Model of Organizational Efficiency in Professional Sports Teams’ PART III MATCH PREDICTION AND BETTING MARKET EFFICIENCY 15. Peter F. Pope and David A. Peel (1989), ‘Information, Prices and Efficiency in a Fixed-Odds Betting Market’ 16. Mark J. Dixon and Stuart G. Coles (1997), ‘Modelling Association Football Scores and Inefficiencies in the Football Betting Market’ 17. Michael Cain, David Law and David Peel (2000), ‘The Favourite-longshot Bias and Market Efficiency in UK Football Betting’ 18. David Forrest and Robert Simmons (2000), ‘Forecasting Sport: The Behaviour and Performance of Football Tipsters’ 19. David Forrest and Robert Simmons (2000), ‘Making Up the Results: The Work of the Football Pools Panel, 1963–1997’ 20. Tim Kuypers (2000), ‘Information and Efficiency: An Empirical Study of a Fixed Odds Betting Market’ 21. Martin Crowder, Mark Dixon, Anthony Ledford and Mike Robinson (2002), ‘Dynamic Modelling and Prediction of English Football League Matches for Betting’ PART IV INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVES 22. Ruud H. Koning (2000), ‘Balance in Competition in Dutch Soccer’ 23. Jaume García and Plácido Rodríguez (2002), ‘The Determinants of Football Match Attendance Revisited: Empirical Evidence From the Spanish Football League’ 24. Manuel Espitia-Escuer and Lucía Isabel García-Cebrián (2004), ‘Measuring the Efficiency of Spanish First-Division Soccer Teams’ Name Index

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Book SynopsisThis title offers a wide-ranging selection of the most significant previously published papers on the management of tourism destinations. The volume covers four major themes: managing tourism destinations and the determinants of travel choice; planning and policy making; development and evolution; and the impacts of tourism management on the society and the environment. In his scholarly introduction, the editor briefly discusses each article and identifies its contribution to the academic literature. The book is intended for researchers and students interested in a thorough compilation and critical review of key articles in the area. It may also act as a useful reference benchmark for consultants and tourism policymakers.Trade Review'This is an excellent collection of articles selected not only on the basis of the content but also because it represents the maturing of a key area of development within the wider domain of tourism studies. Destination management is a global issue which all countries, National Tourism Organisations and the tourism sector are now concerned with, and yet no general synthesis of key developments in the literature has been produced. This collection of key articles represents the most significant overview of the field to date, with a comprehensive and well argued rationale for their inclusion. The collection is wide ranging and thematic, embracing conceptual developments in the way destinations are studied through to key issues for destinations such as sustainability, crises, marketing and destination image. This collection deserves to be a must-purchase collection for any organisation which is interested in destination management.' -- Stephen J. Page, University of Stirling, UKTable of ContentsContents: Acknowledgements Introduction Andreas Papatheodorou PART I DETERMINANTS OF TRAVEL CHOICE 1. Andreas Papatheodorou (2001), ‘Why People Travel to Different Places’ 2. Martin Oppermann (1995), ‘Travel Life Cycle’ 3. Bob McKercher (1998), ‘The Effect of Market Access on Destination Choice’ 4. Paul K. Ankomah, John L. Crompton and Dwayne Baker (1996), ‘Influence of Cognitive Distance in Vacation Choice’ 5. Roger Riley, Dwayne Baker and Carlton S. Van Doren (1998), ‘Movie Induced Tourism’ 6. Seyhmus Baloglu and Ken W. McCleary (1999), ‘A Model of Destination Image Formation’ 7. Donald Getz and Lisa Sailor (1993), ‘Design of Destination and Attraction-Specific Brochures’ 8. Abraham Pizam (1990), ‘Evaluating the Effectiveness of Travel Trade Shows and Other Tourism Sales-Promotion Techniques’ 9. John Richardson and Judy Cohen (1993), ‘State Slogans: The Case of the Missing USP’ 10. Glenn F. Ross (1993), ‘Destination Evaluation and Vacation Preferences’ PART II PLANNING AND POLICYMAKING 11. C. Michael Hall (1999), ‘Rethinking Collaboration and Partnership: A Public Policy Perspective’ 12. Chris Ryan (2002), ‘Equity, Management, Power Sharing and Sustainability – Issues of the “New Tourism”’ 13. Peter W. Williams, Robert W. Penrose and Suzanne Hawkes (1998), ‘Shared Decision-Making in Tourism Land Use Planning’ 14. Tom Baum (1994), ‘The Development and Implementation of National Tourism Policies’ 15. C.A. Hope and A.P. Mühlemann (1998), ‘Total Quality, Human Resource Management and Tourism’ 16. Gianna Moscardo (1997), ‘Making Mindful Managers: Evaluating Methods for Teaching Problem Solving Skills for Tourism Management’ 17. John L. Crompton, Paul C. Fakeye and Chi-Chuan Lue (1992), ‘Positioning: The Example of the Lower Rio Grande Valley in the Winter Long Stay Destination Market’ 18. Egon Smeral and Stephen F. Witt (2002), ‘Destination Country Portfolio Analysis: The Evaluation of National Tourism Destination Marketing Programs Revisited’ 19. Larry Dwyer and Peter Forsyth (1994), ‘Foreign Tourism Investment: Motivation and Impact’ 20. Stephen L.J. Smith and David Wilton (1997), ‘TSAs and the WTTC/WEFA Methodology: Different Satellites or Different Planets?’ 21. Bill Bramwell (1997), ‘Strategic Planning Before and After a Mega-Event’ 22. Bill Faulkner (2001), ‘Towards a Framework for Tourism Disaster Management’ 23. Sevil F. Sönmez (1998), ‘Tourism, Terrorism, and Political Instability’ 24. Adam Blake and M. Thea Sinclair (2003), ‘Tourism Crisis Management: US Response to September 11’ 25. Caroline Anson (1999), ‘Planning for Peace: The Role of Tourism in the Aftermath of Violence’ 26. Dimitri Ioannides and Yiorgos Apostolopoulos (1999), ‘Political Instability, War, and Tourism in Cyprus: Effects, Management, and Prospects for Recovery’ 27. Dimitrios Buhalis (1998), ‘Strategic Use of Information Technologies in the Tourism Industry’ 28. Robin J.B. Ritchie and J.R. Brent Ritchie (2002), ‘A Framework for an Industry Supported Destination Marketing Information System’ 29. Lorn R. Sheehan and J.R. Brent Ritchie (1997), ‘Financial Management in Tourism: A Destination Perspective’ 30. Sui-Ian (Amy) So and Alastair M. Morrison (2003), ‘Destination Marketing Organizations’ Web Site Users and Nonusers: A Comparison of Actual Visits and Revisit Intentions’ PART III DEVELOPMENT AND EVOLUTION 31. R.W. Butler (1980), ‘The Concept of a Tourist Area Cycle of Evolution: Implications for Management of Resources’ 32. Douglas G. Pearce (1980), ‘Tourism and Regional Development: A Genetic Approach’ 33. Keith G. Debbage (1990), ‘Oligopoly and the Resort Cycle in the Bahamas’ 34. Bruce Prideaux (2000), ‘The Role of the Transport System in Destination Development’ 35. Stephen R.C. Wanhill (1994), ‘Evaluating the Worth of Investment Incentives for Tourism Development’ 36. Chris Cooper (1990), ‘Resorts in Decline – The Management Response’ 37. Suzanne Wilson, Daniel R. Fesenmaier, Julie Fesenmaier and John C. Van Es (2001), ‘Factors for Success in Rural Tourism Development’ 38. Richard Hummelbrunner and Ernst Miglbauer (1994), ‘Tourism Promotion and Potential in Peripheral Areas: The Austrian Case’ 39. Richard C. Prentice and Stephen F. Witt (1991), ‘Holiday Parks: Current Issues and Trends’ PART IV IMPACTS ON SOCIETY AND THE ENVIRONMENT 40. Richard R. Perdue, Patrick T. Long and Yong Soon Kang (1995), ‘Resident Support for Gambling as a Tourism Development Strategy’ 41. Paris Tsartas (1992), ‘Socioeconomic Impacts of Tourism on Two Greek Isles’ 42. Patty Simpson and Geoffrey Wall (1999), ‘Consequences of Resort Development. A Comparative Study’ 43. Ercan Sirakaya, Vinod Sasidharan and Sevil Sönmez (1999), ‘Redefining Ecotourism: The Need for a Supply-Side View’ 44. Eugene Thomlinson and Donald Getz (1996), ‘The Question of Scale in Ecotourism: Case Study of Two Small Ecotour Operators in the Mundo Maya Region of Central America’ Name Index

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Book SynopsisThe effect of tourism activity in developing countries has been a hotly debated topic for a number of decades. Opinions have fluctuated between the extremes of tourism as the catalyst for socio-economic development and tourism as the basis for neo-colonial exploitation and environmental and cultural decline. The contributions to this timely volume provide a balanced overview of these various perspectives. Key papers that are theoretical, conceptual and empirical, drawn from the literature in the fields of tourism, economics and development studies are contained in this authoritative volume. While the central focus is the economic aspect of the relationship between tourism and development, contributions on spatial, socio-cultural and environmental issues reflect the multidisciplinary nature of the selections.This book will appeal to policymakers, researchers and tourism practitioners in both developed and developing countries.Trade Review'This book focuses on many of the most important papers that have been produced over the last years, and will make a welcome and useful addition to the reference section of many university libraries.' -- Tourism'The collection of articles encompassed by this book provide a comprehensive overview of the progress of academic thought in respect of the economic, social and environmental aspects of tourism as an instrument for alleviating the conditions to be found in less developed countries.' -- Stephen Wanhill, Tourism EconomicsTable of ContentsContents: Acknowledgements Introduction Twan Huybers PART I GENERAL PERSPECTIVES A The General Issue 1. John Brohman (1996), ‘New Directions in Tourism for Third World Development’ 2. Robert Cleverdon and Angela Kalisch (2000), ‘Fair Trade in Tourism’ 3. M. Thea Sinclair (1998), ‘Tourism and Economic Development: A Survey’ B Political Economy 4. Michael J. Clancy (1999), ‘Tourism and Development: Evidence from Mexico’ 5. Ronald A. Francisco (1983), ‘The Political Impact of Tourism Dependence in Latin America’ C Government Policies and Planning 6. C.L. Jenkins and B.M. Henry (1982), ‘Government Involvement in Tourism in Developing Countries’ 7. Cevat Tosun and Carson L. Jenkins (1998), ‘The Evolution of Tourism Planning in Third-world Countries: A Critique’ PART II ECONOMIC PERSPECTIVES A Analysis of Costs and Benefits 8. P.G. Sadler and B.H. Archer (1975), ‘The Economic Impact of Tourism in Developing Countries’ 9. D. Omotayo Brown and Francis A. Kwansa (1999), ‘Using IRR and NPV Models to Evaluate Societal Costs of Tourism Projects in Developing Countries’ 10. J. Diamond (1976), ‘Tourism and Development Policy: A Quantitative Appraisal’ 11. Brian Archer and John Fletcher (1996), ‘The Economic Impact of Tourism in the Seychelles’ 12. Guntur Sugiyarto, Adam Blake and M. Thea Sinclair (2003), ‘Tourism and Globalization: Economic Impact in Indonesia’ B Linkages with Local Industry 13. François J. Bélisle (1983), ‘Tourism and Food Production in the Caribbean’ 14. Hugh Latimer (1985), ‘Developing-island Economies: Tourism v Agriculture’ 15. David J. Telfer and Geoffrey Wall (1996), ‘Linkages Between Tourism and Food Production’ 16. Robert G. Healy (1994), ‘Tourist Merchandise as a Means of Generating Local Benefits from Ecotourism’ 17. Dallen J. Timothy and Geoffrey Wall (1997), ‘Selling to Tourists: Indonesian Street Vendors’ C International Issues 18. Pablo Martin de Holan and Nelson Phillips (1997), ‘Sun, Sand, and Hard Currency: Tourism in Cuba’ 19. M. Thea Sinclair and Asrat Tsegaye (1990), ‘International Tourism and Export Instability’ 20. Lein Lein Chen and John Devereux (1999), ‘Tourism and Welfare in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Theoretical Analysis’ 21. Matthew McQueen (1983), ‘Appropriate Policies Towards Multinational Hotel Corporations in Developing Countries’ 22. Salih Kusluvan and Kurtulus Karamustafa (2001), ‘Multinational Hotel Development in Developing Countries: An Exploratory Analysis of Critical Policy Issues’ D Scale of Development 23. Eric E. Rodenburg (1980), ‘The Effects of Scale in Economic Development: Tourism in Bali’ 24. C.L. Jenkins (1982), ‘The Effects of Scale in Tourism Projects in Developing Countries’ 25. Auliana Poon (1990), ‘Flexible Specialisation and Small Size: The Case of Caribbean Tourism’ PART III BROADER PERSPECTIVES 26. Martin Oppermann (1993), ‘Tourism Space in Developing Countries’ 27. Irmgard Bauer (1999), ‘The Impact of Tourism in Developing Countries on the Health of the Local Host Communities: The Need for More Research’ 28. Jafar Jafari (1974), ‘The Socio-Economic Costs of Tourism to Developing Countries’ 29. Cevat Tosun (2000), ‘Limits to Community Participation in the Tourism Development Process in Developing Countries’ 30. David Fisher (2004), ‘The Demonstration Effect Revisited’ 31. Robert E. Wood (1980), ‘International Tourism and Cultural Change in Southeast Asia’ 32. Michelle Catherine Baddeley (2004), ‘Are Tourists Willing to Pay for Aesthetic Quality? An Empirical Assessment from Krabi Province, Thailand’ 33. Vinod Sasidharan, Ercan Sirakaya and Deborah Kerstetter (2002), ‘Developing Countries and Tourism Ecolabels’ 34. John P. Lea (1993), ‘Tourism Development Ethics in the Third World’ Name Index

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Book SynopsisRoy Snell has been in what he calls 'Close Protection' for over 16 years, guarding international royalty and celebrities including Madonna, George Michael, Tom Jones and Frank Sinatra. A former SAS sniper and heavyweight boxing champion, Roy is Britain's ultimate bodyguard. Roy was trained at the Regency College in Herefordshire, where the royal protection squad is drilled. A 'Category A' bodyguard - a level that takes two years of training to reach - Roy is qualified to look after top level celebrity clients, for film stars to footballers, singers to royalty. Roy is also a skilled marksman trained in the use of the 9mm Bereta sub-machine gun and the 38 Snubnose - the standard issue weapon for the FBI.

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Book SynopsisThis book will lead you through the entire process and help you with all the decisions you'll need to make along the way, such as researching your market; setting your objectives and making a plan; finding the right property; cooking and menu planning; dealing with reservations, reception and billing; purchasing and serving delicious food and wine; managing your cash flow and accounts; and creating the WOW factor.Contents: 1. Substantiating the Dream; 2. Which Property and Which Business Format?; 3. Getting Started; 4. Setting Your Standard;5. Reservations and Reception; 6. Food and Beverage; 7. Housekeeping Issues; 8. Marketing and Advertising; 9. Bookkeeping and Financial Aspects; 10. Ancillary Departments; 11.Staffing; Appendix; IndexTrade ReviewDan Marshall provides all the information needed to buy, set up and run a small guesthouse or hotel effectvely. It is suited to all those seeking a lifestyle change, whether experienced or not in the hotel and catering industry. * Hospitality *Table of Contents1. Substantiating the Dream; 2. Which Property and Which Business Format?; 3. Getting Started; 4. Setting Your Standard;5. Reservations and Reception; 6. Food and Beverage; 7. Housekeeping Issues; 8. Marketing and Advertising; 9. Bookkeeping and Financial Aspects; 10. Ancillary Departments; 11.Staffing; Appendix; Index

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Book SynopsisRural tourism represents a merging of perhaps two of the most influential yet contradictory features of modern life. Not only are the forces of economic, social, cultural, environmental and political change working to redefine rural spaces the world over, but broad global transformations in consumption and transportation patterns are reshaping leisure behaviour and travel. For those concerned with both the nature of change in rural areas and tourism development, the dynamics and impacts of integrating these two dramatic shifts are not well known but yet are becoming increasingly provocative discourses for study. This book links changes at the local, rural community level to broader, more structural considerations of globalization and allows for a deeper, more theoretically sophisticated consideration of the various forces and features of rural tourism development. While Canadian in content, the cases and discussions presented in this book can be considered generally relevant to any rural region, continentally and globally, that has undertaken or is considering rural tourism development.Trade ReviewThis well-written book strikes a right balance between theory and practice, using case studies from rural communities which the authors have thoroughly researched. The book is methodically structured, with a progressive stance, and following a political economy approach of rural tourism, the recurring theme being power relationships and the effects of globalisation on rural communities. * Antonis Petropoulos, ecoclub.com *This well written, illustrated, argued and structured book raises a wide range of pertinent questions concerning the relationships between rural tourism and wider processes of tourism development, rural development, community relationships, commodification, culture change, public policy, globalization and the actual processes of rural tourism research and practice. This work is a welcome addition to the existing literature. * Derek Hall, Maidens, Scotland, Tourism Recreation Research 35:3, 2010 *Table of ContentsChapter 1 Introduction to Rural Tourism Development Chapter 2 Political Economy of Rural Tourism Development in Canada Chapter 3 The Case of Lunenburg, Nova Scotia Chapter 4 The Case of Port Stanley, Ontario Chapter 5 The Case of Vulcan, Alberta Chapter 6 The Case of Canso, Nova Scotia Chapter 7 Synopsis - From Case Studies to Premises Chapter 8 The Complex Role of Culture in Rural Tourism Chapter 9 Changing the Rural Landscape Chapter 10 Notions of Community Chapter 11 Sustainability and Rural Community and Sustainable Rural Tourism Chapter 12 The Role of Public Policy Chapter 13 Presenting a Process for Planning that Engages Community Chapter 14 The Way Forward: Re-thinking Rural Tourism Research and Practice

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Book SynopsisRural tourism represents a merging of perhaps two of the most influential yet contradictory features of modern life. Not only are the forces of economic, social, cultural, environmental and political change working to redefine rural spaces the world over, but broad global transformations in consumption and transportation patterns are reshaping leisure behaviour and travel. For those concerned with both the nature of change in rural areas and tourism development, the dynamics and impacts of integrating these two dramatic shifts are not well known but yet are becoming increasingly provocative discourses for study. This book links changes at the local, rural community level to broader, more structural considerations of globalization and allows for a deeper, more theoretically sophisticated consideration of the various forces and features of rural tourism development. While Canadian in content, the cases and discussions presented in this book can be considered generally relevant to any rural region, continentally and globally, that has undertaken or is considering rural tourism development.Trade ReviewThis well-written book strikes a right balance between theory and practice, using case studies from rural communities which the authors have thoroughly researched. The book is methodically structured, with a progressive stance, and following a political economy approach of rural tourism, the recurring theme being power relationships and the effects of globalisation on rural communities. * Antonis Petropoulos, ecoclub.com *This well written, illustrated, argued and structured book raises a wide range of pertinent questions concerning the relationships between rural tourism and wider processes of tourism development, rural development, community relationships, commodification, culture change, public policy, globalization and the actual processes of rural tourism research and practice. This work is a welcome addition to the existing literature. * Derek Hall, Maidens, Scotland, Tourism Recreation Research 35:3, 2010 *Table of ContentsChapter 1 Introduction to Rural Tourism Development Chapter 2 Political Economy of Rural Tourism Development in Canada Chapter 3 The Case of Lunenburg, Nova Scotia Chapter 4 The Case of Port Stanley, Ontario Chapter 5 The Case of Vulcan, Alberta Chapter 6 The Case of Canso, Nova Scotia Chapter 7 Synopsis - From Case Studies to Premises Chapter 8 The Complex Role of Culture in Rural Tourism Chapter 9 Changing the Rural Landscape Chapter 10 Notions of Community Chapter 11 Sustainability and Rural Community and Sustainable Rural Tourism Chapter 12 The Role of Public Policy Chapter 13 Presenting a Process for Planning that Engages Community Chapter 14 The Way Forward: Re-thinking Rural Tourism Research and Practice

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Book SynopsisThis book explores the various aspects of coffee culture around the globe, relating the rich history of this beverage and the surroundings where it is produced and consumed to coffee destination development and to the visitor experience. Coffee and tourism venues explored range from the café districts of Australia, Canada, Germany and New Zealand to the traditional and touristic coffee houses of Malaysia and Cyprus to coffee-producing destinations in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Pacific. This is a must-read for those interested in understanding coffee in relation to hospitality and tourism. Readers should gain a new appreciation of the potential for coffee-related tourism to contribute to both destination development and pro-poor tourism objectives.Trade ReviewAn intriguing perspective on the social and cultural dimensions of an experience we all take for granted. Through a series of international case studies the authors have illustrated a series of linkages between tourism and the world of coffee - including the relationships of coffee to hospitality, cafe environments as social places, coffee production and tourism destination development and coffee tourism as an agent of cultural change. -- Alister Matheson, Humber College Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning, CanadaIn the end, reading the book was generally fascinating and a few chapters (12 and 13 in particular) would be excellent reading for any jurisdiction or group that wants to establish a tourism venue to complement a coffee-growing operation, comparable to the development of wine tourism...A reader of this book will likely come away with some solid history and sociology lessons and, depending on his/her interests, some useful and potentially thought provoking ideas about coffee consumption, coffee production, fair trade, and the potential for all aspects of coffee to bolster existing tourism products both in developed and developing countries. Those responsible for tourism development should read this book. -- Iain Murray: School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario, Canada * Annals of Tourism Research 38 (2011) 331-34 *Many useful insights, connections and research ideas percolate through the pages of this frothy concoction. The book is reasonably well balanced, well researched and referenced, quite well illustrated, and clearly excellently edited. While not coffee table size, this volume deserves a place in libraries and places where readers may socialize and reflect while their beverages cool. Cool? -- Derek Hall, Maidens, Scotland, UK * Tourism Recreation Research Vol. 36, No. 1, 2011 *The volume offers an eclectic collection of essays, with some fascinating case studies. -- Marina Novelli, University of Brighton, UK * Tourism Management 32 (2011) 1232–1242 *Table of ContentsPart 1: Introduction 1. Common Grounds of Coffee and Tourism - Lee Jolliffe Part 2: Coffee Culture and Tourism Contexts 2. Coffee Servicescapes: The Design of Café Culture in New Zealand - C. Michael Hall, Janna Tipler, Rochelle Reddy and Karina Rowling 3. Café Culture and Conversation: Tourism and Urban(e) Experiences in Wellington, New Zealand - Adam Weaver 4. From the World Coffee Conference to the Local Café: Coffee Events Large and Small - Leanne White 5. Coffee-House Culture and Tourism in Cyprus: A Traditionalized Experience - Evi Eftychiou and Nicos Philippou Part 3: Coffee Destination Experiences 6. Coffee in Vietnam: International Tourist Experiences - Lee Jolliffe, Karen Kwan, and Giang Khong Yen 7. Coffee Culture, Heritage and Destination Image: Melbourne and the Italian Model - Warwick Frost, Keir Reeves, Fiona Wheeler and Jennifer Laing 8. Coffee and Coffee Tourism in Kona Hawai'i: Surviving in the Niche - Charles Johnston 9. Serendipitous Coffee Experiences in Papua New Guinea - Wendy S. Shaw Part 4: Responsible Coffee Tourism and Cultural Change 10. Blending Coffee and Fair Trade Tourism - Michael Hall 11. Canada’s Just Us! Coffee Roasters Co-operative Coffee Tour Venture - Nancy Chesworth 12. Beyond Fair Trade: Enhancing the Livelihoods of Coffee Farmers in Tanzania - Harold Goodwin and Harro Boekhold 13. La Ruta del Café and Los Santos Coffee Tourism: A Central America Project to Develop Coffee-Related Tourism to Augment Coffee Families’ Incomes - Bob Harvey and Diane Kelsay Part 5: Conclusion 14. Coffee and Tourism Research Directions - Lee Jolliffe

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Book SynopsisPeople do not buy products, or even services; they purchase the total experience that the product or service provides. Experience management is seen as the way to remain competitive in markets where globalisation and technology have turned products and services into commodities. This book draws together academic and practitioner insights into the consumer experience by combining the perspectives of the tourist consumer with that of experience managers, supported by examples from tourism, leisure, hospitality, sport and event contexts. With contributions from established and emerging international scholars, it is organised into three sections: understanding experiences, researching experiences and managing experiences. It aims to provide students, researchers and managers with a stimulating overview of the current research and managerial issues in the field and as well as a resource to guide their further reading.Trade ReviewA comprehensive exploration of the tourist experience, this book breaks new ground in conceptualising the topic. It proposes new and thoughtful research agendas and, through insightful case studies, reveals responses to the challenges of managing the tourist experience in a variety of contexts. An inspiring and essential read for those seeking a contemporary perspective on the subject. * Richard Sharpley, Professor of Tourism & Development, University of Central Lancashire, UK *This book both represents an advance on Ryan's 'The Tourist Experience' and a response to Pine Jr and Gilmore's 'The Experience Economy' by offering both conceptual and empirical arguments about the central role of visitor experiences in tourism. This is done within a framework of differing research paradigms and managerial implications, but also it raises questions about our understandings of what will constitute tourism in the 21st century. To my mind tourism increasingly needs to be understood within new measures of mobility, migrant workers (professional and non-professional) and urban planning that brings together IT, recreation, leisure and new work patterns as well as conventional interpretations of tourism together in a new hybridity. This collection of papers helps us toward better understanding a new habitus of tourism. * Chris Ryan, University of Waikato, New Zealand *This book is arguably by far the most comprehensive compilation of qualitative methods in tourism research.It is a thoroughly enjoyable book and is highly recommended. -- Catheryn Khoo-Lattimore, School of Hospitality, Tourism, and Culinary Arts, Taylor University, Malaysia in Annals of Tourism Research, Vol. 38, No. 3, pp. 1206–1208, 2011The Tourism and Leisure Experience: Consumer and Managerial Perspectives makes an original contribution in the use of research philosophies which link existing literature with management and practical opportunities. The book will be useful for undergraduate students with an interest in research methodologies, postgraduate students and researchers in the range of methods and perspectives given consideration. The work extends understanding of research into experience encounters and provides a concise overview of developments in the field using a range of leisure and tourism examples. -- Kay Dimmock, Southern Cross University, Australia in Annals of Leisure Research, 15:1 (2012), 110-111Table of ContentsIntroduction - Michael Morgan, Peter Lugosi, and J.R. Brent Ritchie Section 1: Understanding the Consumer Experience in Tourism and Leisure: Concepts and Issues 1 The Dimensions of the Tourist Experience - Sarah Quinlan Cutler and Barbara Carmichael 2 Searching for Escape, Authenticity and Identity: Experiences of ‘Lifestyle Travellers’ - Scott Cohen 3 The Shaping of Tourist Experience: The Importance of Stories and Themes - Gianna Moscardo 4 The Role and Meaning of Place in Cultural Festival Visitor Experiences - Kelley McClinchey and Barbara Carmichael Section 2: Researching the Experience 5 Research Processes for Evaluating Quality Experiences: Reflections from the “Experiences” Field(s) - Gayle Jennings 6 Researching Visual Culture: Approaches for the Understanding of Tourism and Leisure Experiences - Ian Gilhespy and David Harris 7 “Been There, Done That”: Embracing our Post-trip Experiential Recollections Through the Social Construction and Subjective Consumption of Personal Narratives - Richard Wright 8 Capturing Sensory Experiences Through Semi-Structured Elicitation Questions - Ulrike Gretzel and Daniel R. Fesenmaier Section 3: Managing the Experience 9 Delivering Quality Experiences For Sustainable Tourism Development: Harnessing A Sense Of Place In Monmouthshire - Claire Haven-Tang and Eleri Jones 10 Theatre in Restaurants: Constructing the Experience - Darryl Gibbs and Caroline Ritchie 11 Tourism Memorabilia and the Tourism Experience - Nicole Ferdinand and Nigel L. Williams 12 The Experience Economy Ten Years on: Where Next for Experience Management? - Michael Morgan

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Book SynopsisPeople do not buy products, or even services; they purchase the total experience that the product or service provides. Experience management is seen as the way to remain competitive in markets where globalisation and technology have turned products and services into commodities. This book draws together academic and practitioner insights into the consumer experience by combining the perspectives of the tourist consumer with that of experience managers, supported by examples from tourism, leisure, hospitality, sport and event contexts. With contributions from established and emerging international scholars, it is organised into three sections: understanding experiences, researching experiences and managing experiences. It aims to provide students, researchers and managers with a stimulating overview of the current research and managerial issues in the field and as well as a resource to guide their further reading.Trade ReviewA comprehensive exploration of the tourist experience, this book breaks new ground in conceptualising the topic. It proposes new and thoughtful research agendas and, through insightful case studies, reveals responses to the challenges of managing the tourist experience in a variety of contexts. An inspiring and essential read for those seeking a contemporary perspective on the subject. * Richard Sharpley, Professor of Tourism & Development, University of Central Lancashire, UK *This book both represents an advance on Ryan's 'The Tourist Experience' and a response to Pine Jr and Gilmore's 'The Experience Economy' by offering both conceptual and empirical arguments about the central role of visitor experiences in tourism. This is done within a framework of differing research paradigms and managerial implications, but also it raises questions about our understandings of what will constitute tourism in the 21st century. To my mind tourism increasingly needs to be understood within new measures of mobility, migrant workers (professional and non-professional) and urban planning that brings together IT, recreation, leisure and new work patterns as well as conventional interpretations of tourism together in a new hybridity. This collection of papers helps us toward better understanding a new habitus of tourism. * Chris Ryan, University of Waikato, New Zealand *This book is arguably by far the most comprehensive compilation of qualitative methods in tourism research.It is a thoroughly enjoyable book and is highly recommended. -- Catheryn Khoo-Lattimore, School of Hospitality, Tourism, and Culinary Arts, Taylor University, Malaysia in Annals of Tourism Research, Vol. 38, No. 3, pp. 1206–1208, 2011The Tourism and Leisure Experience: Consumer and Managerial Perspectives makes an original contribution in the use of research philosophies which link existing literature with management and practical opportunities. The book will be useful for undergraduate students with an interest in research methodologies, postgraduate students and researchers in the range of methods and perspectives given consideration. The work extends understanding of research into experience encounters and provides a concise overview of developments in the field using a range of leisure and tourism examples. -- Kay Dimmock, Southern Cross University, Australia in Annals of Leisure Research, 15:1 (2012), 110-111Table of ContentsIntroduction - Michael Morgan, Peter Lugosi, and J.R. Brent Ritchie Section 1: Understanding the Consumer Experience in Tourism and Leisure: Concepts and Issues 1 The Dimensions of the Tourist Experience - Sarah Quinlan Cutler and Barbara Carmichael 2 Searching for Escape, Authenticity and Identity: Experiences of ‘Lifestyle Travellers’ - Scott Cohen 3 The Shaping of Tourist Experience: The Importance of Stories and Themes - Gianna Moscardo 4 The Role and Meaning of Place in Cultural Festival Visitor Experiences - Kelley McClinchey and Barbara Carmichael Section 2: Researching the Experience 5 Research Processes for Evaluating Quality Experiences: Reflections from the “Experiences” Field(s) - Gayle Jennings 6 Researching Visual Culture: Approaches for the Understanding of Tourism and Leisure Experiences - Ian Gilhespy and David Harris 7 “Been There, Done That”: Embracing our Post-trip Experiential Recollections Through the Social Construction and Subjective Consumption of Personal Narratives - Richard Wright 8 Capturing Sensory Experiences Through Semi-Structured Elicitation Questions - Ulrike Gretzel and Daniel R. Fesenmaier Section 3: Managing the Experience 9 Delivering Quality Experiences For Sustainable Tourism Development: Harnessing A Sense Of Place In Monmouthshire - Claire Haven-Tang and Eleri Jones 10 Theatre in Restaurants: Constructing the Experience - Darryl Gibbs and Caroline Ritchie 11 Tourism Memorabilia and the Tourism Experience - Nicole Ferdinand and Nigel L. Williams 12 The Experience Economy Ten Years on: Where Next for Experience Management? - Michael Morgan

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Book SynopsisThis is the first book to explore the relationship between tourism and spices. It examines the various layers of connection between spices and tourism in terms of destinations, attractions and cuisines. The book reveals how spice-producing destinations are employing spices in destination branding and encouraging spice farms to move towards tourism, while destinations not producing spices are employing spices and herbs in distinctive local cuisines. Both tangible and intangible spice heritages are highlighted as tools for developing destinations, creating attractions, inventing new forms of livelihoods and distinguishing local, regional and national cuisines. This volume will be useful for researchers and students in cultural tourism, culinary tourism, anthropology of food and food history.Trade ReviewSpices and Tourism is a thoroughly delicious book representing the impacts of spices on tourism choices, development and identity. Complementing the depth of the text in the chapters is the use of photographs to develop the imagery of the ideas. This book should be of interest to students, academics, tourists and gastronomers alike... Spices and Tourism is successful in uncovering a diversity of perspectives of the emerging spice tourism market and is likely to leave the reader hungry for more. -- Patrick J. Holladay, Troy University, USA * Tourism Recreation Research, 2016 *This book presents case studies on the roles spices play in tourism development. It is well-written and easily understandable, which makes it an enjoyable reading for students, practitioners, and academics. -- Sonja Sibila Lebe, University of Maribor, Slovenia * Annals of Tourism Research 54 (2015) 222–242 *This is a fascinating journey through the spice destinations of the world, demonstrating the role of spices in tourism development and diversification, the projection of attractive destination images and in supporting identities. This will be a valuable resource for all scholars of tourism and gastronomy, helping to broaden our understanding of foodways and their role in culture and tourism. * Greg Richards, Tilburg University, Netherlands *Lee Jolliffe has successfully assembled an erudite, global collection of essays that advance contemporary thinking about the crossover between vernacular heritage and tourism. This welcome assemblage is brimming with conceptual and empirical jewels that will inspire readers to consider the deeper implications of the 'ordinary' – herbs and spices, agriculture, cuisines, foodways, and intangible patrimony (e.g. fragrances, tastes, and traditions) – as a decisive element of the world's cultural heritage. * Dallen J. Timothy, Arizona State University, USA *Through the pages of this volume the reader journeys through the myriad of medicinal and gastronomic uses of spices, becoming acquainted with countries near and far where spices are grown, consumed and experienced. At the end of it all, the reader is left wanting to not only experiment with spices in the kitchen, but to visit some of the exotic destinations where spices are grown like the spice island of the Caribbean, Grenada. * Hon. Alexandra Otway-Noel MP, Minister for Tourism & Civil Aviation, Government of Grenada *Table of Contents1. Lee Jolliffe: Spices, Cultural Change and Tourism Part 1: Spice Destination Studies 2. Kimberly Thomas-Francois and Aaron Francois: Spices and Agro Tourism on Grenada, the Island of Spice 3. Stacy Tomas and Carol Kline: Spice Destination Case: Resident Perceptions of Tourism in Carriacou 4. Melanie Smith and Márta Jusztin: Paprika: The Spice of Life in Hungary 5. Ana Firmino: Agriculture and Ecotourism in India’s Goa Province: A Taste of Spices Part 2: Spice Attraction Studies 6. Obeid Mahenya and MSM Aslam: Rediscovering Spice Farms as Tourism Attraction in Zanzibar, a Spice Archipelago 7. MSM Aslam: Spice Garden Attractions in Sri Lanka’s Tourism 8. Azilah Kasim: Tropical Spice Garden in Penang, Malaysia Part 3: Spice Product Studies 9. Leanne White: Australian Native Spices: Building the ‘Bush Tucker’ Brand 10. Laufey Haraldsdóttir and Guðrún Þóra Gunnarsdóttir: Pure, Fresh and Simple “Spicing up” the New Nordic Cuisine 11. Lee Jolliffe: Recognition of Spices and Cuisine as Intangible Heritage 12. Lee Jolliffe: Lessons for Spice-Related Tourism Destinations, Attractions and Cuisines

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Book SynopsisThis volume provides an accessible overview of cultural tourism in southern Africa. It examines the utilisation of culture in southern African tourism and the related impacts, possibilities and challenges from deep and wide-ranging perspectives. The chapters use case studies to showcase some of the cultural tourism which occurs in the region and link to concepts such as authenticity, commodification, the tourist gaze and ‘Otherness’, heritage, sustainability and sustainable livelihoods. The authors scrutinise both positive and negative impacts of cultural tourism throughout the book and explore issues including the definition of community, ethical considerations, empowerment, gender, participation and inequality. The book will be a useful resource for students and researchers of tourism, geography, anthropology and cultural studies.Trade ReviewThis book is a comprehensive, critically informed overview of cultural tourism in Southern Africa. Drawing on a range of examples from Southern Africa, the book critically explores and challenges the growth of cultural tourism in the region. The book provides deep insights into the impacts and management of cultural tourism in Southern Africa, offering lessons for developing regions around the world. -- Li Yang, Western Michigan University, USAThis book offers a carefully composed variety of chapters. Readers are invited to partake in educational reflections on personal, collective and institutional problem formations, aspired solutions and modes of local governance for development. Guided by the paradigm of sustainability, and linked to ideas of regional knowledge-economies and their actor-networks in the glocal tourism industry, this recommendable work is a must-read. -- Fritz Becker, University of Namibia, NamibiaThis fascinating book covers a wide range of topical and pertinent issues in cultural tourism studies from a previously under-researched region of the world. The authors provide an intelligent and sensitive analysis of the ways in which cultural and community-based tourism are being developed, managed and promoted with a focus on both ethics and sustainability. -- Melanie Kay Smith, Budapest Metropolitan University of Applied Sciences, HungaryThe book is a great reference to open people’s eyes on current cultural tourism issues in Southern Africa. The book also discussed on specific cases of how problems were addressed and tried to be solved. Due to that, the book is an extremely important reference for further discussion and development of cultural tourism; especially for the Africans. On top of that, the book can definitely assist in future projects and initiatives, to ensure a higher rate of success, as it emphasizes on the concept of authenticity. -- Christian Kahl, Taylor’s University, Malaysia * Journal of Tourism Futures, Vol. 3 Issue 2 *Table of ContentsPreface Part 1: Perspectives on Cultural Tourism 1. Haretsebe Manwa, Naomi Moswete and Jarkko Saarinen: Introduction 2. Jarkko Saarinen: Cultural Tourism in Southern Africa: The Role of Local Cultures and Ethnicity in Tourism Development 3. Tsitso Monaheng: Integrating Indigenous Knowledge in the Development of Cultural Tourism in Lesotho 4. Joram Ndlovu: Narrative and Emotions: Interpreting Tourists’ Experiences of Cultural Heritage Sites in Kwazulu Natal 5. Gareth Butler and Milena Ivanovic: Cultural Heritage Tourism Development in Post-Apartheid South Africa: Critical Issues and Challenges 6. Corné Pretorius: Cultural Tourism and the Arts Festivals 7. Cleophas Njerekai: Reflections on International Carnivals as a Destination Recovery Strategy: The Case of Zimbabwe Part 2: Impacts and Management of Cultural Tourism 8. Joseph E. Mbaiwa: The Commodification of World Heritage Sites: The Case Study of the Tsodilo Hills in Botswana 9. Patrick Walter Mamimine and Enes Madzikatire: Tourism and the Social Construction of Otherness through Traditional Music and Dance in Zimbabwe 10. Monkgogi Lenao: Rural Cultural Tourism Development and Agriculture: Evidence from Residents of Mmatshumu Village in Boteti region of Botswana 11. Renaud Lapeyre: From Hunting-gathering to Hospitality? Livelihoods and Tourism Use of Bushmen Paintings in the Brandberg Mountain, Namibia 12. Masego Monare, Naomi Moswete, Jeremy Perkins and Jarkko Saarinen: Emergence of Cultural Tourism in Southern Africa: Case Studies of Two Communities in Botswana 13. Naomi Moswete, Jarkko Saarinen and Haretsebe Manwa: Cultural Tourism in Southern Africa: Progress, Opportunities and Challenges

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Book SynopsisThis volume provides an accessible overview of cultural tourism in southern Africa. It examines the utilisation of culture in southern African tourism and the related impacts, possibilities and challenges from deep and wide-ranging perspectives. The chapters use case studies to showcase some of the cultural tourism which occurs in the region and link to concepts such as authenticity, commodification, the tourist gaze and ‘Otherness’, heritage, sustainability and sustainable livelihoods. The authors scrutinise both positive and negative impacts of cultural tourism throughout the book and explore issues including the definition of community, ethical considerations, empowerment, gender, participation and inequality. The book will be a useful resource for students and researchers of tourism, geography, anthropology and cultural studies.Trade ReviewThis book is a comprehensive, critically informed overview of cultural tourism in Southern Africa. Drawing on a range of examples from Southern Africa, the book critically explores and challenges the growth of cultural tourism in the region. The book provides deep insights into the impacts and management of cultural tourism in Southern Africa, offering lessons for developing regions around the world. -- Li Yang, Western Michigan University, USAThis book offers a carefully composed variety of chapters. Readers are invited to partake in educational reflections on personal, collective and institutional problem formations, aspired solutions and modes of local governance for development. Guided by the paradigm of sustainability, and linked to ideas of regional knowledge-economies and their actor-networks in the glocal tourism industry, this recommendable work is a must-read. -- Fritz Becker, University of Namibia, NamibiaThis fascinating book covers a wide range of topical and pertinent issues in cultural tourism studies from a previously under-researched region of the world. The authors provide an intelligent and sensitive analysis of the ways in which cultural and community-based tourism are being developed, managed and promoted with a focus on both ethics and sustainability. -- Melanie Kay Smith, Budapest Metropolitan University of Applied Sciences, HungaryThe book is a great reference to open people’s eyes on current cultural tourism issues in Southern Africa. The book also discussed on specific cases of how problems were addressed and tried to be solved. Due to that, the book is an extremely important reference for further discussion and development of cultural tourism; especially for the Africans. On top of that, the book can definitely assist in future projects and initiatives, to ensure a higher rate of success, as it emphasizes on the concept of authenticity. -- Christian Kahl, Taylor’s University, Malaysia * Journal of Tourism Futures, Vol. 3 Issue 2 *Table of ContentsPreface Part 1: Perspectives on Cultural Tourism 1. Haretsebe Manwa, Naomi Moswete and Jarkko Saarinen: Introduction 2. Jarkko Saarinen: Cultural Tourism in Southern Africa: The Role of Local Cultures and Ethnicity in Tourism Development 3. Tsitso Monaheng: Integrating Indigenous Knowledge in the Development of Cultural Tourism in Lesotho 4. Joram Ndlovu: Narrative and Emotions: Interpreting Tourists’ Experiences of Cultural Heritage Sites in Kwazulu Natal 5. Gareth Butler and Milena Ivanovic: Cultural Heritage Tourism Development in Post-Apartheid South Africa: Critical Issues and Challenges 6. Corné Pretorius: Cultural Tourism and the Arts Festivals 7. Cleophas Njerekai: Reflections on International Carnivals as a Destination Recovery Strategy: The Case of Zimbabwe Part 2: Impacts and Management of Cultural Tourism 8. Joseph E. Mbaiwa: The Commodification of World Heritage Sites: The Case Study of the Tsodilo Hills in Botswana 9. Patrick Walter Mamimine and Enes Madzikatire: Tourism and the Social Construction of Otherness through Traditional Music and Dance in Zimbabwe 10. Monkgogi Lenao: Rural Cultural Tourism Development and Agriculture: Evidence from Residents of Mmatshumu Village in Boteti region of Botswana 11. Renaud Lapeyre: From Hunting-gathering to Hospitality? Livelihoods and Tourism Use of Bushmen Paintings in the Brandberg Mountain, Namibia 12. Masego Monare, Naomi Moswete, Jeremy Perkins and Jarkko Saarinen: Emergence of Cultural Tourism in Southern Africa: Case Studies of Two Communities in Botswana 13. Naomi Moswete, Jarkko Saarinen and Haretsebe Manwa: Cultural Tourism in Southern Africa: Progress, Opportunities and Challenges

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Book SynopsisThis book offers a comprehensive overview of the key principles and challenges involved in tourism marketing in a national park context. It provides a framework to apply marketing principles to inform practices and guide the sustainable management of national parks and protected areas. The main themes address the foundation principles of marketing and contextualise these principles around a series of key insights and challenges related to the delivery of sustainable tourism services in national parks. The book centres on the issues faced by park managers as they address the need to manage national parks sustainably for future generations. It will be of interest to natural resource and tourism students, tourism scholars and natural resource managers as well as researchers in the areas of geography and forestry.Trade ReviewFor those interested in marketing – making connections between people and their parks – this book dives deeper, uncovering philosophy, circumstance and practice in informative and often provocative ways thus challenging readers to think out of the box to design an effective marketing perspective and practice. * Stephen McCool, University of Montana, USA *This book proposes a new approach to the marketing of National Parks, using concepts such as sustainable marketing, power relationships, cultural legitimacy, and demarketing. The book challenges readers and managers to think anew about visitor, community and park relationships. It provides a unique thrust for future park visitor management. * Paul F. J. Eagles, University of Waterloo, Canada *The book is extremely well-written, extensively referenced in terms of both theory and practice, and provocative. The case studies present interesting examples of attempts at successful marketing sustainable tourism in a variety of national parks and highlight some of the real-world shortcomings and pitfalls of a relatively novel and innovative approach to reconciling the seemingly oppositional forces involved in attempting to bring together the goals of both national parks and tourism. -- Paul Frank Wilkinson, Emeritus, York University, Canada * Journal of Tourism Futures, 2018 *I have enjoyed this book. It provides a useful compilation of the relevant literatures, augmented by informed commentary and often insightful suggestions. -- Julia N. Albrecht, University of Otago, New Zealand * Annals of Leisure Research, 2016 *Table of ContentsChapter 1: An Environmental Context for Sustainable National Park Marketing Chapter 2: Mainstream to Alternative Tourism Marketing Chapter 3: Sustainable Tourism Marketing – A Wicked Policy Challenge for Park Managers Chapter 4: Approaches to Marketing Ephemeral Tourist Experiences Chapter 5: The Multifaceted Rural, Power and the Marketing of Culture through Interpretation Chapter 6: Tragedy of the Commons or Solution for the Commons

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Book SynopsisThis book offers a comprehensive overview of the key principles and challenges involved in tourism marketing in a national park context. It provides a framework to apply marketing principles to inform practices and guide the sustainable management of national parks and protected areas. The main themes address the foundation principles of marketing and contextualise these principles around a series of key insights and challenges related to the delivery of sustainable tourism services in national parks. The book centres on the issues faced by park managers as they address the need to manage national parks sustainably for future generations. It will be of interest to natural resource and tourism students, tourism scholars and natural resource managers as well as researchers in the areas of geography and forestry.Trade ReviewFor those interested in marketing – making connections between people and their parks – this book dives deeper, uncovering philosophy, circumstance and practice in informative and often provocative ways thus challenging readers to think out of the box to design an effective marketing perspective and practice. * Stephen McCool, University of Montana, USA *This book proposes a new approach to the marketing of National Parks, using concepts such as sustainable marketing, power relationships, cultural legitimacy, and demarketing. The book challenges readers and managers to think anew about visitor, community and park relationships. It provides a unique thrust for future park visitor management. * Paul F. J. Eagles, University of Waterloo, Canada *The book is extremely well-written, extensively referenced in terms of both theory and practice, and provocative. The case studies present interesting examples of attempts at successful marketing sustainable tourism in a variety of national parks and highlight some of the real-world shortcomings and pitfalls of a relatively novel and innovative approach to reconciling the seemingly oppositional forces involved in attempting to bring together the goals of both national parks and tourism. -- Paul Frank Wilkinson, Emeritus, York University, Canada * Journal of Tourism Futures, 2018 *I have enjoyed this book. It provides a useful compilation of the relevant literatures, augmented by informed commentary and often insightful suggestions. -- Julia N. Albrecht, University of Otago, New Zealand * Annals of Leisure Research, 2016 *Table of ContentsChapter 1: An Environmental Context for Sustainable National Park Marketing Chapter 2: Mainstream to Alternative Tourism Marketing Chapter 3: Sustainable Tourism Marketing – A Wicked Policy Challenge for Park Managers Chapter 4: Approaches to Marketing Ephemeral Tourist Experiences Chapter 5: The Multifaceted Rural, Power and the Marketing of Culture through Interpretation Chapter 6: Tragedy of the Commons or Solution for the Commons

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Book SynopsisThis book investigates the way localities are shaped and negotiated through tourism, and explores the emerging success of local peer-produced hospitality and tourism services which are transforming the tourist experience. Tourists are now being brought into much closer contact with locals and have new opportunities to experience the community at their destination. This book examines these place experiences and travel-sharing arrangements that have now spread globally due to the use of social communication platforms such as Airbnb. It analyses the existence of global communities of ‘place experts’ that are redefining the organisational structures, value systems, market opportunities, affordabilities and geographies in travel and tourism. This volume brings together the work of established tourism scholars as well as early career researchers and is one of the first books to examine the global-local relationship at tourism destinations and the way that the rapidly developing field of peer-to-peer tourism is transforming tourist destinations.Trade ReviewThis collection is a hugely valuable contribution to contemporary debates over how we study and ‘position’ tourism enquiry. The contributors raise a number of new questions, particularly about the entanglements of tourism with urban and community development, digital technologies and social media and new hospitality networks. It will be an important resource for students and researchers interested in identities, mobilities, co-creation, place making, and the renegotiation and redefinition of what is frequently understood as ‘the local’. * Nigel Morgan, University of Surrey, UK *This book critically engages with one of the most exciting topics in tourism research today. It is a refreshing, timely and well-researched collection with topics ranging from the phenomena of Airbnb and couchsurfing to radical local peer-to-peer initiatives. Written from a post-disciplinary perspective, the book breaks new grounds in relation to the transformation of places through tourism, and in particular the (re)production of the local. * Pau Obrador Pons, Northumbria University, UK *This book can be a useful reference for those concerned with tourism planning with focus on social-economic impact and community empowerment, also to tourism academics and to students who are interested in understanding new perspectives in tourism management. -- Arya Galih Anindita, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand * Journal of Tourism Futures, Vol. 3 Issue 2 *The edited book format provides an effective platform for authors (who are based in a variety of research centres and universities across Europe, the USA and New Zealand) to explore emerging phenomenon and has a lot to commend it (...) The book develops knowledge in an emerging area and includes some excellent case studies, which are used to illustrate and interrogate ideas in a variety of localities. In closing, in Chapter 15 the editors identify some clear directions and thought-provoking questions for future research. The book is recommended on the basis that it provides useful case study material which could be used as a basis for students and researchers to critically engage in this emerging area in other contexts. -- Nancy Stevenson, University of Westminster, UK * Tourism Planning & Development, 14:3, 442-443 *This book is a must read for students and researchers interested in the ways in which tourism co-produces and reshapes new localities and spaces. But, this book also goes beyond these issues and shows that analysis of tourism may provide new key to understanding place and society in general. Thus, it also serves as a valuable resource for other disciplines such as geography, management and economics, planning, sociology, anthropology and cultural studies. -- Daniela A. Jelincic * Tourism *Table of ContentsPreface 1. Antonio Paolo Russo and Greg Richards: Introduction. Part One - New Products and Hospitality Models 2. Antonio Paolo Russo and Alan Quaglieri Domínguez: The Shifting Spatial Logic of Tourism in Networked Hospitality 3. Paula Bialski: Authority and Authorship: Uncovering the Socio-Technical Regimes of Peer-To-Peer Tourism 4. Francesca Forno and Roberta Garibaldi: Ethical Travel: Holidaying To Fight the Italian Mafia 5. Monica Gilli and Sonia Ferrari: The ‘Diffuse Hotel’: An Italian New Model of Sustainable Hospitality Part Two: Flows and Communities 6. Ilaria Pappalepore and Andrew Smith: The Co-Creation of Urban Tourism Experiences 7. Simon Milne, Carolyn Deuchar and Karin Peters: ‘Get Local’: ICT, Tourism and Community Place Making In Auckland, New Zealand 8. Cody Morris Paris and Kevin Hannam: (Dis)Engaging The Local: Backpackers’ Usage Of Social Media During Crises 9. Melanie Smith and Anita Zátori: Re-Thinking Host-Guest Relationships in the Context of Urban Ethnic Tourism Part Three - Built Environments and ‘Glocalised’ Spaces 10. Davide Ponzini, Stefan Fotev and Francesca Mavaracchio: Place-Making or Place-Faking? The Paradoxical Effects Of Transnational Circulation of Architectural and Urban Development Projects 11. Greg Richards: Hostels and the Making of New Urban Spaces 12. Elsa Soro: Between Translation and Reinterpretation. What Is Local in Barcelona’s Foodsphere? 13. Albert Arias Sans and Alan Quaglieri Domínguez: Unravelling Airbnb. Urban Perspectives from Barcelona 14. Dimitri Ioannides, Panos Leventis and Evangelia Petridou: Urban Resistance Tourism Initiatives in Stressed Cities: The Case of Athens 15. Greg Richards and Antonio Paolo Russo: Synthesis and Conclusions. Towards A New Geography of Tourism?

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Book SynopsisThis book examines and analyses the connections between gastronomy, tourism and the media. It argues that in the modern world, gastronomy is increasingly a major component and driver of tourism and that destinations are using their cuisines and food cultures in marketing to increase their competitive advantage. It proposes that these processes are interconnected with film, television, print and social media. The book emphasises the notion of gastronomy as a dynamic concept, in particular how it has recently become more widely used and understood throughout the world. The volume introduces core concepts and delves more deeply into current trends in gastronomy, the forces which shape them and their implications for tourism. The book is multidisciplinary and will appeal to researchers in the fields of gastronomy, hospitality, tourism and media studies.Trade ReviewThis book challenges readers to look beyond the traditional food tourism approaches and offers a complete analysis of gastronomy tourism, from its roots to its impact on contemporary societies, including its media resonance. It is a well-researched and inventive book that provides a clear and concise overview for both academics and students interested in this increasingly attractive topic. * Isabelle Frochot, Université Savoie Mont Blanc, France *This book is a 15 course feast that explores the multifaceted and complex relationship between gastronomy, tourism and the media. The authors have excelled in presenting a thought provoking and rich picture of how gastronomy is one of the key motivators for travel and how traditional and modern media have supported, encouraged and developed tourists’ fascination with a destination's food offering. * Una McMahon-Beattie, Ulster University, UK *This book is best described as providing both an interesting historic overview and an exploration of current issues concerning the developing and changing relationships between the three topics of gastronomy, tourism and media. As such, it provides a useful starting point for readers who want to explore tourism futures from a number of different perspectives, and through highlighting the interrelationships of these three topics, the book suggests some issues that tourism futurologists may want to explore. -- Brian Hay, Heriot-Watt University, UK * Journal of Tourism Futures, Vol. 3 Issue 2 *This book is a ‘one-stop-shop’ for all your gastronomic needs, a grand buffet of information that will bring anyone up to speed on the discipline. With the birth of ‘food tourism’, formally known as culinary tourism, interest in what we eat has never been more centre stage in tourism destination development. (...) the authors of this book have baked a cake that not only looks great but has many complex depths of flavours that will appeal to those hungry to research gastronomy. Bon appetit! -- Bill J. Gregorash, Confederation College, Canada * Tourism Management 61 (2017) 37-38 *Within the sparse international library on offer for an interdisciplinary research community, this text will make a solid and real contribution. It is readable and packed full with useful examples and thus is a welcome addition to ground and illustrate ongoing deliberation, discussion and digestion of the role food (and drink) holds within both personal and public experiences in the twenty-first century. -- Eifiona Thomas Lane, Bangor University, UK * Hospitality & Society, Volume 7, Number 2 *Table of ContentsSection 1: Foundations and Principles 1. Gastronomy and Tourism through the Media Lens 2. A History of Gastronomy 3. Food, Destinations and Tourists 4. Festivals and Gastronomy 5. Food Rituals and Etiquette Section 2: Trends and Innovations 6. The Quest for Good Food 7. Food Gardens and Foraging 8. Farmers’ Markets 9. Food for Nutrition 10. Food Trucks and Pop-Up Restaurants Section 3: Media and Gastronomy 11. Food Pioneers and Champions 12. A Recipe for Travel 13. Just Desserts: A Darker Cinema Gastronomica 14. The Picnic: Gastronomy Al Fresco 15. Gastronomic Globalization

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Book SynopsisWhile gender research in tourism has become increasingly important within Western academic circles, little has been written from an Asian perspective. This book is the first to address this knowledge gap and to fully explore Asian gendered identities and tourism. The chapters reflect upon the role of tourism in producing, reiterating and resisting existing gendered structures of power in Asia. The authors attempt to reconcile both Asian and Western perspectives on gender using their own personal experiences of understanding and negotiating Western and Asian identities and practices. The book paves the way for important reflections about the ontological and epistemological meanings of ‘Asia’, ‘gender’ and ‘tourism’. It is an important resource for researchers from a range of disciplines including tourism, leisure studies, Asian studies and feminist and gender studies, as well as for professionals working in the tourism industry.Trade ReviewThis is a timely, if not long overdue, compilation of chapters furthering the work on gender and tourism. Much of the research on gender and tourism has, too often, centred on Western perspectives. Thus this book fills a significant gap, through its deliberate focus on Asia, including Asian authors and voices, and highlighting the complexities of gender from an Asian-centric point of view. -- Erica Wilson, Southern Cross University, AustraliaThe authors of Asian Genders in Tourism provide a bold reflexive response to calls for more situated embodied scholarship in Tourism Studies, embracing intersecting identities of the researcher and researched. Located firmly within Asian diversity, they demonstrate this approach’s value and show the way for future critically engaged gender analysis. -- Margaret Swain, University of California, Davis, USACatheryn Khoo-Lattimore and Paolo Mura have produced a hugely timely analysis of gender-based relations in Asia. It will be warmly welcomed as a reflexive Asian-centric addition to the global literature on gender as a socio-cultural construct, which regulates how men and women interact in tourism settings. -- Nigel Morgan, University of Surrey, UKAsian Genders in Tourism is a deeply personal and particularly brave addition to the tourism literature as the researchers’ stories unfold throughout the chapters. The authors courageously engage in a reflexive process addressing a clear gap in the literature: gender in tourism from an Asian perspective. -- Heather Jeffrey, University of Bedfordshire, UK * Annals of Tourism Research (2017) *The editors have identified a theme and a region that certainly merit more attention. In this respect they have provided a useful contribution to the literature which, hopefully, will be a stimulus to researchers from the region as well as elsewhere, providing greater legitimacy for the use of qualitative research methods and the exploration of genders in their various manifestations, in contexts where academic research has yet to match the importance of these research approaches and topics. The book could certainly be used in a classroom setting to generate discussion on genders and tourism and the complexities of exploring their relationships. -- Geoffrey Wall, University of Waterloo, Canada * Annals of Leisure Research, 2017 *This will be a useful book for scholars interested in Asian travel experiences, and in the gendered nature of travel experiences and how these intersect with ethnicity. Taken together the chapters go some way towards filling gaps in the tourism literature both by Asians and about women travellers. The book will also be very useful for other scholars on the power of reflexivity and the usefulness of researchers situating themselves and their methods. -- Stroma Cole, University of the West of England, UK * Anatolia, 2017 *Table of Contents1. Catheryn Khoo-Lattimore and Paolo Mura: Introduction: The Embodiment of Gender and ‘Asianness’ in Tourism 2. Elaine Chiao Ling Yang and Paolo Mura: Asian Gendered Identities in Tourism 3. Elaine Chiao Ling Yang and Rokhshad Tavakoli: “Doing” Tourism Gender Research in Asia: An Analysis of Authorship, Research Topic and Methodology 4. Lim Tau Sian and Paolo Mura: Asian Gendered Performance in Tourism 5. Karun Rawat and Catheryn Khoo-Lattimore: The Impact of Masculinities in Researcher-Respondent Relationship: A Socio-Historical Perspective 6. Eunice Tan and Barkathunnisha Abu Bakar: The Asian Female Tourist Gaze: A Conceptual Framework 7. Roksana Badruddoja: “Home” as a Mobile Cultural Diaspora: South Asian American Women and the Conceptualisation of Holidays in America 8. Rokhshad Tavakoli: My Journeys in Second life: An Autonetnography 9. Paolo Mura and Catheryn Khoo-Lattimore: Conclusion

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Book SynopsisThis research-based monograph presents an introduction to the concept of film-induced tourism, building on the work of the seminal first edition. Many new case studies exploring the relationship between film and TV and tourism have been added and existing cases have been updated. The book incorporates studies on film studio theme parks, the impact of film-induced tourism on communities and the effect of film on tourists’ behaviour. It introduces new content including film-induced tourism in non-Western cultures, movie tours and contents tourism. The book is an essential resource for postgraduate students and researchers in the fields of tourism, film and media studies.Trade ReviewSue Beeton has produced a seminal book on film-induced tourism, describing in a clear and stimulating way how this exciting research field has evolved over the years. While different theoretical approaches to film-induced tourism are discussed, most chapters leave from a practical, business-based perspective. This combination makes her book not only interesting but highly relevant as well. -- Stijn Reijnders, Erasmus University Rotterdam, the NetherlandsThis edition of Sue Beeton’s book is truly the only reference you will need to understand film tourism in all its complexities and subtleties. Expanded, updated, more conceptually robust and more case studies makes the book a must read. -- Bob McKercher, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong KongThis new edition of Sue Beeton’s landmark volume is much more than a book on film-induced tourism studies. It is not only the world’s latest handbook to understand the puzzling phenomena of tourism in the very complex media environment of the 21st century, but also potentially one of the most important reference books to study how destination management, community planning and intercultural communication should function in the advanced information society of the future. -- Takayoshi Yamamura, Hokkaido University, JapanSue Beeton’s new edition of Film-Induced Tourism provides a necessary and fresh outlook while being simultaneously complex, well researched and entertaining. -- Ina Reichenberger, University of Wellington, New Zealand * Journal of Tourism Futures, 2018 *...this is an excellent book which succeeds in untangling the many and varied tourism aspects of film and television and effortlessly combines applied theory, academic reflection and personal insight with considerable panache. This accessible book is required reading for anyone wanting to develop research in this area and certainly for academics who are keen to incorporate film tourism within a module or indeed to develop a teaching resource around the topic. -- Simon Curtis, University of Westminster, UK * Tourism Planning & Development, 14:3, 443-445 *Owing to its scientific grounds, the book is a must-have for researchers in the field of creative industries and cultural tourism development, but its simplicity of language complemented with good practice examples makes it highly recommendable also to cultural tourism practitioners and planners. -- Daniela A. Jelincic, IRMO, Croatia * Culturelink, May 2017 *Table of ContentsIntroduction to the Second Edition Part One: Introduction to Film-Induced Tourism 1. Popular Media and Tourism 2. Perspectives on Film-Induced Tourism Part Two: Film-Induced Tourism On Location 3. Film Images and Destination Marketing 4. Film and Place Promotion 5. Effects on Tourism 6. Effects on Community 7. Film-Induced Tourism and Community Planning Part Three: Off-Location Film Studio Tourism 8. From Themed Events to Film Studios 9. Film Studio Theme Park Success and Failings Part Four: Conclusion 10. Emerging Issues and Future Directions

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Book SynopsisThis book combines academic analysis and critical exploration to examine national narratives in the context of tourism and events around the world. It explores how particular narratives are woven to tell (and sell) a national story. By deconstructing images of the nation, it closely examines how national texts create key archival imagery that can promote tourism and events while also shaping national identity. It investigates the complex relationship between state appropriation of marketing strategies and the commercial use of nationalist discourses. The book aims to demystify the ways in which the nation is imagined by key organisers and organisations and then communicated to millions.Trade ReviewLeanne White has curated a scholarly collection of essays contributing to the dialogue regarding nationalism and tourism. Framed by insights into the theories of nationalism, this diverse set of international case studies opens a conversation about commercial nationalism in relation to tourism while complementing the editor’s previous work in this field. * Lee Jolliffe, University of New Brunswick, Canada *Editor White has produced an extremely useful theoretical context for examining commercial nationalism within the context of tourism, with an array of contributions from noted scholars around the world. The chapters illustrate both the relevance and importance of the nexus between commercial nationalism and tourism with all the complexity and fascination resulting from the interplay of history, politics, culture, colonialism, economics and aboriginal issues, among many others, in this field. This is an important and valuable book. * Michael V. Conlin, Okanagan College, Canada *This timely and comprehensive book explores the intersections of commerce and nation through the tourism and events industries. The scope is global and highlights the increasing importance of understanding the complexities involved. Commercial Nationalism and Tourism achieves the rare feat of being both a critical analysis and a valuable guide for policy makers and industry. * Graham Seal, Curtin University, Australia *The editor presents a body of work that is marked by both breadth of scope and significant international coverage, lending the text’s obvious appeal to an international research community while positioning it as an invaluable teaching resource for both higher and postgraduate level students of the subject. Crucially, the book achieves accessibility without diminishing the quality of insight offered, representing a positive and welcome contribution to the field. -- Ross Curran, University of Abertay, UK * Tourism Analysis, Vol. 23 *The book was an interesting read, which provided a smorgasbord of insights into how both nations and commercial enterprises develop, use, misuse and manipulate national images for their own ends. -- Brian Hay, Heriot-Watt University, UK * Journal of Tourism Futures, 2018 *In this valuable volume, the authors present many good cases, thought-provoking practices, novel ideas, and challenging questions. The book is easy to read because each chapter stands by itself. Together, though, they provide a wide-ranging look at diverse aspects of commercial nationalism as it relates to tourism. -- Wenhui (William) Wang, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR * Tourism, Culture & Communication, Vol. 17 *Table of ContentsAcknowledgements Contributors Introduction 1. Leanne White: Commercial Nationalism: Mapping the Landscape Part 1: National Narratives, Heritage and Tourism 2. Kathleen Rettie: Canada’s National Parks: Nationhood, Tourism and the Utility of Nature 3. Patrick Naef: Tourism and Nationalism in the Former Yugoslavia 4. Svitlana Iarmolenko, Deborah Kerstetter and Moji Shahvali: Away but Together: Diaspora Tourism and Narratives of Ukrainian Immigrants in the United States 5. Yujie Zhu and Yang Yang: Travelling to the Past: Xi’an and the Tang Imperial City 6. Maya Ranganathan: A New Indian National Story 7. Alan Clarke: The Silk Road, Identities and Commercial Nationalisms Part 2: Tourism Branding and Promotion 8. C. Michael Hall: 100% Pure Neoliberalism: Brand New Zealand, New Thinking, New Stories, Inc. 9. Kelly Phelan: National Identity in Africa’s Tourism Industry 10. Marie Avellino Stewart and George Cassar: Branding a Nation-State after Half a Century of Independence: The Case of Malta 11. Brent McKenzie: Who Owns ‘Brand Estonia’? The Role of Residents and the Diaspora 12. Sagar Singh: When the Incredible Got Lost in Controversies: Selling Tourism in India 13. Juan Sanin: From Risky Reality to Magical Realism: Narratives of Colombianness in Tourism Promotion Part 3: Festivals, Events and National Identity 14. Tamara Rátz and Anna Irimiás: ‘Imagine Ben Hur in Formula One’: An Analysis of the National Gallop in Hungary 15. Michael Basil: Examining Cherry Blossom Celebrations in Japan and Around the World 16. Jean Martin and Pascale Marcotte: Canadian Nationalism and the Memory of the First World War in France and Belgium 17. Aaron Tham: ‘Daddy, Why do we Celebrate SG50?’ A Response to a Child Regarding Singapore’s Golden Jubilee 18. Nicholas Wise and John Harris: Covering ‘Captain America’ and (Re)Imagining the United States during the 2014 FIFA World Cup 19. Leighann Neilson: Promoting Canada’s Cultural Mosaic: John Murray Gibbon and Folk Music Festivals Conclusion 20. Leanne White: Commercial Nationalism Research Directions: Negotiating New National Narratives

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Book SynopsisThis book combines academic analysis and critical exploration to examine national narratives in the context of tourism and events around the world. It explores how particular narratives are woven to tell (and sell) a national story. By deconstructing images of the nation, it closely examines how national texts create key archival imagery that can promote tourism and events while also shaping national identity. It investigates the complex relationship between state appropriation of marketing strategies and the commercial use of nationalist discourses. The book aims to demystify the ways in which the nation is imagined by key organisers and organisations and then communicated to millions.Trade ReviewLeanne White has curated a scholarly collection of essays contributing to the dialogue regarding nationalism and tourism. Framed by insights into the theories of nationalism, this diverse set of international case studies opens a conversation about commercial nationalism in relation to tourism while complementing the editor’s previous work in this field. * Lee Jolliffe, University of New Brunswick, Canada *Editor White has produced an extremely useful theoretical context for examining commercial nationalism within the context of tourism, with an array of contributions from noted scholars around the world. The chapters illustrate both the relevance and importance of the nexus between commercial nationalism and tourism with all the complexity and fascination resulting from the interplay of history, politics, culture, colonialism, economics and aboriginal issues, among many others, in this field. This is an important and valuable book. * Michael V. Conlin, Okanagan College, Canada *This timely and comprehensive book explores the intersections of commerce and nation through the tourism and events industries. The scope is global and highlights the increasing importance of understanding the complexities involved. Commercial Nationalism and Tourism achieves the rare feat of being both a critical analysis and a valuable guide for policy makers and industry. * Graham Seal, Curtin University, Australia *The editor presents a body of work that is marked by both breadth of scope and significant international coverage, lending the text’s obvious appeal to an international research community while positioning it as an invaluable teaching resource for both higher and postgraduate level students of the subject. Crucially, the book achieves accessibility without diminishing the quality of insight offered, representing a positive and welcome contribution to the field. -- Ross Curran, University of Abertay, UK * Tourism Analysis, Vol. 23 *The book was an interesting read, which provided a smorgasbord of insights into how both nations and commercial enterprises develop, use, misuse and manipulate national images for their own ends. -- Brian Hay, Heriot-Watt University, UK * Journal of Tourism Futures, 2018 *In this valuable volume, the authors present many good cases, thought-provoking practices, novel ideas, and challenging questions. The book is easy to read because each chapter stands by itself. Together, though, they provide a wide-ranging look at diverse aspects of commercial nationalism as it relates to tourism. -- Wenhui (William) Wang, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR * Tourism, Culture & Communication, Vol. 17 *Table of ContentsAcknowledgements Contributors Introduction 1. Leanne White: Commercial Nationalism: Mapping the Landscape Part 1: National Narratives, Heritage and Tourism 2. Kathleen Rettie: Canada’s National Parks: Nationhood, Tourism and the Utility of Nature 3. Patrick Naef: Tourism and Nationalism in the Former Yugoslavia 4. Svitlana Iarmolenko, Deborah Kerstetter and Moji Shahvali: Away but Together: Diaspora Tourism and Narratives of Ukrainian Immigrants in the United States 5. Yujie Zhu and Yang Yang: Travelling to the Past: Xi’an and the Tang Imperial City 6. Maya Ranganathan: A New Indian National Story 7. Alan Clarke: The Silk Road, Identities and Commercial Nationalisms Part 2: Tourism Branding and Promotion 8. C. Michael Hall: 100% Pure Neoliberalism: Brand New Zealand, New Thinking, New Stories, Inc. 9. Kelly Phelan: National Identity in Africa’s Tourism Industry 10. Marie Avellino Stewart and George Cassar: Branding a Nation-State after Half a Century of Independence: The Case of Malta 11. Brent McKenzie: Who Owns ‘Brand Estonia’? The Role of Residents and the Diaspora 12. Sagar Singh: When the Incredible Got Lost in Controversies: Selling Tourism in India 13. Juan Sanin: From Risky Reality to Magical Realism: Narratives of Colombianness in Tourism Promotion Part 3: Festivals, Events and National Identity 14. Tamara Rátz and Anna Irimiás: ‘Imagine Ben Hur in Formula One’: An Analysis of the National Gallop in Hungary 15. Michael Basil: Examining Cherry Blossom Celebrations in Japan and Around the World 16. Jean Martin and Pascale Marcotte: Canadian Nationalism and the Memory of the First World War in France and Belgium 17. Aaron Tham: ‘Daddy, Why do we Celebrate SG50?’ A Response to a Child Regarding Singapore’s Golden Jubilee 18. Nicholas Wise and John Harris: Covering ‘Captain America’ and (Re)Imagining the United States during the 2014 FIFA World Cup 19. Leighann Neilson: Promoting Canada’s Cultural Mosaic: John Murray Gibbon and Folk Music Festivals Conclusion 20. Leanne White: Commercial Nationalism Research Directions: Negotiating New National Narratives

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Book SynopsisThis book offers new approaches and insights into the relationships between heritage tourism and notions of modernity, identity building and sustainable development in China. It demonstrates that the role of the state, politics, institutional arrangements and tradition have a considerable impact on perceptions of these notions. The volume contributes to current debates on tradition and modernity; the study of heritage tourism; the negotiated power between stakeholders in tourism planning and policy-making and the study of China’s society. The approach and findings of the book are of value to those interested in the continuities and changes in Chinese society and to graduate students and researchers in tourism, cultural studies and China studies.Trade ReviewHongliang Yan has produced a deep, historical and philosophically informed study of the development and governance of heritage tourism in China that reveals complex synergies and tensions between tradition and modernity, continuity and change. The focus and framework that underpins this excellent and important book will be of critical interest to students, policy-makers and practitioners of heritage tourism. * Philip E. Long, Bournemouth University, UK *This is a book that goes further than any before to propose a theoretical framework backed by solid practical knowledge and experience of heritage tourism in China. A source of rich data and well-researched case studies, it is the first single-authored work to tackle this topic in a candid manner and I highly recommend it. * Hilary du Cros, University of Technology, Sydney, Australia *The book is considered a good source of academic reference, as it results from a long and rigorous research project. As such, it offers a thorough literature review of major relevant concepts, a comprehensive conceptual framework and numerous interviews with different stakeholders of the study sites. It is noteworthy that the content related to identity building, modernization, governance and planning of Chinese heritage tourism may also appeal to general public interested in Chinese heritage. -- Thi Hong Hai Nguyen, Macau University of Science and Technology, China * Journal of Heritage Tourism, 2017 *Table of ContentsList of Illustrations Preface Introduction 1. Tourism, Modernity and Identity Building 2. China’s Tourism and Heritage Tourism Development 3. Traditional and Political Philosophies and Heritage Tourism 4. Governance, Tourism Development and the Heritage Sites 5. Representations of Modernity through Heritage Tourism 6. Tourism, Sustainable Development and the Four Heritage Sites 7. Conclusions References

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Book SynopsisThis book investigates ‘home’ and ‘homeland’ as destinations of touristic journeys and adds to recent scholarly interest in the intersection between tourism and migration. It covers the temporary visits and journeys in search of home and homelands by migrants, displaced people, exiles and diasporic communities in a wide range of different geographical and historical contexts. Personal and collective forms of memory are shown to play a key role in the motivation for, and experience of, such journeys. The volume contributes to the investigation of the tourism–memory nexus as it conceptualizes memory as underpinning touristic mobility, experience and performativity. Based on ethnographic case studies and other types of qualitative empirical research, the chapters of this book foreground individual touristic experiences, emotions, memories, perceptions, the search for identity and a sense of belonging. The book will be of interest to students and researchers in the fields of tourism, heritage, anthropology, identity studies, memory studies and migration/diaspora studies.Trade ReviewCuriosity or yearning for 'home' is the theme of this rich collection of essays on the links between tourism, memory, and cultural identity. Germans visiting pre-1945 birthplaces, Israelis touring family sites from pre-Holocaust Europe, Palestinians viewing pre-1948 villages, African-Americans exploring origins in Ghana, all exemplify commonalities in roots tourism. All, however, plus other cases in this deeply moving book, express different senses of homeland and loss. * Bertram M. Gordon, Mills College, USA *Rich in evocative case studies from around the globe, Marschall’s collection charts a course through diverse fields of study (tourism, migration, mobility, transnationalism, globalisation), and breaks new ground in updating and extending conceptualisations of the ever disparate but always heartfelt process of journeying home. In a world increasingly defined by mobility, the counterpoints of home and memory are important conceptual innovations featured in this work. * Loretta Baldassar, The University of Western Australia, Australia *This book serves as a valuable resource for scholars interested in the intersection of tourism and migration. Although neglected, this field proves to be very important for a large spectrum of researchers and academics. However, the beauty of this book is actually in its universality, for almost every human knows what nostalgia, memory and home means. This makes the book’s audience unlimited, as the book can be read, understood and enjoyed without being an expert in tourism, heritage or anthropology. While taking the joint journey back to one’s past we learn that roots tourism is a means through which we explore personal identities grounded in collective memories. This rich set of stories full of emotionally charged experiences will ultimately cause the reader to reflect on his own life. -- Barbara Lovrinić, Institute for Development and International Relations, Zagreb, Croatia) * Croatian International Relations Review (CIRR), XXIII (79) - 2017 *Tourism and Memories of Home represents a valuable and welcome addition to the growing body of research on diaspora tourism. The thirteen chapters challenge and deepen our understanding of how diasporas from around the world invert and reinterpret the concept of ‘home and away’ (...) It is a valuable and powerful teaching resource for students studying on a wide range of social science disciplines, as well as for professionals interested in understanding and developing ethical diasporic tourism products. -- Claudia Sima, University of Lincoln, UK * Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Management (2017) *Table of ContentsAcknowledgements Contributors 1. Sabine Marschall: Tourism and Memories of Home: Introduction 2. Marjory Harper: Homecoming Migrants as Tourists: Reconnecting the Scottish Diaspora 3. Kevin Hannam and Ganna Yankovska: You Can’t Go Home Again – Only Visit: Memory, Trauma and Tourism at Chernobyl 4. Julia Wagner: Emotional Inventories: Accounts of Post-war Journeys 'Home' by Ethnic German Expellees 5. Noga Kadman and Mustafa Kabha: 'Home Tourism' within a Conflict: Palestinian Visits to Houses and Villages Depopulated in 1948 6. Kalyan Bhandari: Travelling at Special Times: The Nepali Diaspora’s Yearning for Belongingness 7. Jillian Powers: Collecting Kinship and Crafting Home: The Souveniring of Self and Other in Diaspora Homeland Tourism 8. Anna Arnone: Returning, Imagining and Recreating Home from the Diaspora: Tourism Narratives of the Eritrean Diaspora in Italy 9. Andrea Corsale & Monica Iorio: Travelling to the Homeland over a Double Diaspora: Memory, Landscape and Sense of Belonging. Insights from Transylvanian Saxons 10. Carol A. Kidron: Domesticating Dark Tourism: Familial Roots Trips to the Holocaust Past 11. Aaron Yankholmes: The Articulation of Collective Slave Memories and ‘Home’ among Expatriate Diasporan Africans in Ghana 12. John Bieter, Patrick Ireland & Nina Ray: Ongi Etorri Etxera (Welcome Home): A Gathering of Homecomings. Personal and Ancestral Memory 13. Nelson Graburn: Epilogue: Home, Travel, Memory and Anthropology Index

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Book SynopsisThis book is the first authored overview of resilience in tourism and its relationship to the broader resilience literature. The volume takes a multi-scaled approach to examine resilience at the individual, organisation and destination levels, and with respect to the wider tourism system. It covers the different approaches to understanding resilience (the ecological and engineering approaches) and identifies issues with their understanding and application. The book connects issues of resilience to related key concepts such as vulnerability, adaptation, networks, systems, change and social capital. It is designed to be an upper level undergraduate and postgraduate primer on resilience in a tourism context and will be of interest to tourism researchers in planning, development, geography, impacts, sustainability, disaster management and environmental studies.Trade ReviewResilience is a concept that has largely been treated as an apolitical metaphor in social science. This book goes a considerable way to moving beyond the metaphor and acknowledging the normative but many-faceted implications of resilience thinking. The in-depth and systematic inquiry offers insights into how resilience can be politically understood and given analytical traction in tourism studies and practice, insisting on the consequences for management and accountability when faced with the immediacy of social, economic and ecological justice in the Anthropocene. * Johan Hultman, Lund University, Sweden *This book carries tourism scholarship into a refreshing new future that was long overdue and that will undoubtedly set a new and innovative standard for understanding tourism globally. There is not another industry in the world where the concepts of resilience and social-ecological systems are more relevant and Hall, Prayag and Amore have done a marvellous job drawing together these complex concepts in a digestible and enjoyable text. * Jackie Dawson, University of Ottawa, Canada *[t]his makes for an exciting awakening of tourism scholars to the conceptual frameworks offered by resilience thinking and resilience theory, it is…cohesive from beginning to end. -- Alan A. Lew, Northern Arizona University, USA * Tourism Geographies, 2018 *Table of ContentsList of Figures List of Tables List of Boxed Cases and Insights Acknowledgements List of Acronyms 1. Disturbance and Change in the Tourism System 2. Resilience: Responding to Change 3. Individual Resilience 4. Organisational Resilience 5. Destination Resilience 6. Conclusion: Is Resilience a Resilient Concept? References Index

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Book SynopsisThis book is the first authored overview of resilience in tourism and its relationship to the broader resilience literature. The volume takes a multi-scaled approach to examine resilience at the individual, organisation and destination levels, and with respect to the wider tourism system. It covers the different approaches to understanding resilience (the ecological and engineering approaches) and identifies issues with their understanding and application. The book connects issues of resilience to related key concepts such as vulnerability, adaptation, networks, systems, change and social capital. It is designed to be an upper level undergraduate and postgraduate primer on resilience in a tourism context and will be of interest to tourism researchers in planning, development, geography, impacts, sustainability, disaster management and environmental studies.Trade ReviewResilience is a concept that has largely been treated as an apolitical metaphor in social science. This book goes a considerable way to moving beyond the metaphor and acknowledging the normative but many-faceted implications of resilience thinking. The in-depth and systematic inquiry offers insights into how resilience can be politically understood and given analytical traction in tourism studies and practice, insisting on the consequences for management and accountability when faced with the immediacy of social, economic and ecological justice in the Anthropocene. * Johan Hultman, Lund University, Sweden *This book carries tourism scholarship into a refreshing new future that was long overdue and that will undoubtedly set a new and innovative standard for understanding tourism globally. There is not another industry in the world where the concepts of resilience and social-ecological systems are more relevant and Hall, Prayag and Amore have done a marvellous job drawing together these complex concepts in a digestible and enjoyable text. * Jackie Dawson, University of Ottawa, Canada *[t]his makes for an exciting awakening of tourism scholars to the conceptual frameworks offered by resilience thinking and resilience theory, it is…cohesive from beginning to end. -- Alan A. Lew, Northern Arizona University, USA * Tourism Geographies, 2018 *Table of ContentsList of Figures List of Tables List of Boxed Cases and Insights Acknowledgements List of Acronyms 1. Disturbance and Change in the Tourism System 2. Resilience: Responding to Change 3. Individual Resilience 4. Organisational Resilience 5. Destination Resilience 6. Conclusion: Is Resilience a Resilient Concept? References Index

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Book SynopsisThis book remains the most in-depth large-scale introductory text on ethics as applied to tourism, examining the deep theoretical aspects of how human nature applies to tourism. It explores theory from a number of different disciplines, provides an overview of work on moral reasoning and development, and weaves together theory with real-world tourism ethics problems and issues. The new edition of this landmark volume has been reworked and updated to take into account important works published since the first edition, including more than 100 new references on ethics and tourism ethics, and to engage more with 20th century theorists in philosophy. It continues to be an important text for students and researchers in tourism, recreation and leisure studies, geography, environmental studies and business.Trade ReviewThis is a profound analysis of a subject of increasing importance in tourism. Fennell does an excellent job of interpreting and relating a vast body of theory on ethics to tourism, making this essential reading for any scholar seriously interested in the topic. He covers a wide range of disciplines and illustrates the problems raised with well-chosen examples of ethical issues and difficulties that exist in modern day tourism. * Richard Butler, Emeritus, University of Strathclyde, UK *For over a decade, Fennell’s Tourism Ethics has been the foundational text for students and seasoned scholars of tourism alike seeking a point of entry into this complex subject matter. Conscientiously and brilliantly updated, this second edition is impressive in its scope and clarity. It will find a welcome place on textbook lists and reference shelves worldwide. * Kellee Caton, Thompson Rivers University, Canada *Table of Contents1. Introduction 2. Human Nature 3. The Basis of Ethical Discourse 4. Applications of Ethics 5. The Nature of Politics and Economics 6. The Business Side of Ethics 7. Ethics and the Natural World 8. Broad-based Concepts and Issues in Tourism 9. Codes of Ethics 10. Models and Methods of Moral Reasoning 11. Case Study Analyses
 12. A Moral Tourism Industry? 
 Appendix: WTO Global Code of Ethics for Tourism
 Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisThis book remains the most in-depth large-scale introductory text on ethics as applied to tourism, examining the deep theoretical aspects of how human nature applies to tourism. It explores theory from a number of different disciplines, provides an overview of work on moral reasoning and development, and weaves together theory with real-world tourism ethics problems and issues. The new edition of this landmark volume has been reworked and updated to take into account important works published since the first edition, including more than 100 new references on ethics and tourism ethics, and to engage more with 20th century theorists in philosophy. It continues to be an important text for students and researchers in tourism, recreation and leisure studies, geography, environmental studies and business.Trade ReviewThis is a profound analysis of a subject of increasing importance in tourism. Fennell does an excellent job of interpreting and relating a vast body of theory on ethics to tourism, making this essential reading for any scholar seriously interested in the topic. He covers a wide range of disciplines and illustrates the problems raised with well-chosen examples of ethical issues and difficulties that exist in modern day tourism. * Richard Butler, Emeritus, University of Strathclyde, UK *For over a decade, Fennell’s Tourism Ethics has been the foundational text for students and seasoned scholars of tourism alike seeking a point of entry into this complex subject matter. Conscientiously and brilliantly updated, this second edition is impressive in its scope and clarity. It will find a welcome place on textbook lists and reference shelves worldwide. * Kellee Caton, Thompson Rivers University, Canada *Table of Contents1. Introduction 2. Human Nature 3. The Basis of Ethical Discourse 4. Applications of Ethics 5. The Nature of Politics and Economics 6. The Business Side of Ethics 7. Ethics and the Natural World 8. Broad-based Concepts and Issues in Tourism 9. Codes of Ethics 10. Models and Methods of Moral Reasoning 11. Case Study Analyses
 12. A Moral Tourism Industry? 
 Appendix: WTO Global Code of Ethics for Tourism
 Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisThis volume seeks to expose and illustrate new approaches and thinking in qualitative methods that are being developed and implemented in tourism research. The contributions bring together various qualitative methods and approaches while also providing suggestions for the juxtaposition of qualitative and quantitative methods in mixed methods research. The book has been written with a cross-disciplinary approach which provides an insight into the art of research development from business, sociology and tourism perspectives. The chapters provide readers with a context and practical application examples for each method. They present a distinctive opportunity for social researchers from a range of disciplines, in particular tourism, to examine how to adapt the wide variety of qualitative approaches to their particular research needs.Trade ReviewHillman and Radel present a diverse, coherent and articulate array of contributions on qualitative research. The various contributors provide insights into why the application of thorough qualitative approaches is advancing within tourism. The insightful case studies provide clarity for complex methodological terminologies and a bridge between theory and practice. * Brian King, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong *What qualitative research technique should I use to address this tourism issue? This text helps answer this oft-asked question. Hillman and Radel have brought together a diverse range of qualitative research experts to explain the plethora of qualitative techniques relevant to tourism research and when each should be used. This well-written edited volume will be a valuable resource to enhance understanding of qualitative research for graduate students and researchers in tourism alike. * Leo Jago, University of Surrey, UK *This book offers tourism scholars and students invaluable insight into the merits and challenges of qualitative research. Hillman and Radel provide an excellent framework for exploring various qualitative approaches including grounded theory, ethnography, and phenomenology. The ethical framework, the emphasis on cultural considerations, and the case studies set it apart. * Elizabeth Roberts, Southern Cross University, Australia *I strongly recommend this book to both qualitative and quantitative researchers. This book will be an easy read for quantitative researchers who are looking for a succinct and comprehensive overview of research methods they might not be familiar with. The case studies will be helpful in illustrating the use of each research design. For qualitative researchers, the discussion of challenges, ethics, and new tools for doing qualitative research will be appreciated as I know most of us qualitative researchers are continuously seeking novel and innovative research methods while we deal with all the challenges of doing qualitative research. I can also recommend this to industry practitioners who might want to explore other methods of qualitative research for their research problems. Finally, this book is a must-read for students who would be embarking on their dissertations and considering pursuing a qualitative approach to their research. -- Carmela Bosangit, Cardiff University, UK * Tourism Analysis, Vol. 25 *An informative and enjoyable read, Qualitative Methods in Tourism Research will not only help instructors teach research methodologies but the book will also inspire and give confidence to current and future generations of tourism qualitative researchers. -- Xavier Matteucci, Modul University Vienna, Austria * Journal of Qualitative Research in Tourism, Vol. 1, No. 1, 2020 *Table of ContentsMarg Deery: Foreword Chapter 1. Wendy Hillman and Kylie Radel: Introduction Chapter 2. Les Killion and Rickie Fisher: Ontology, Epistemology: Paradigms and Parameters for Qualitative Approaches to Tourism Research Chapter 3. Kylie Radel and Wendy Hillman: A Grounded Theory Approach to Tourism Chapter 4. Amie Matthews: Ethnographic Approaches to Tourism Research Chapter 5. Laura Sophia Fendt: Phenomenology in Leisure and Tourism Research Chapter 6. Gayle Jennings: Action Research and Tourism Studies Chapter 7. Kylie Radel: Participant Observation in Cross-Cultural Tourism Research Chapter 8. Kylie Radel: Aligning Western and Indigenous Ways of Doing Tourism Research: A Constructivist Grounded Theory Approach Chapter 9. Carolyn Daniels, Wendy Hillman and Kylie Radel: Qualitative Tourism Research: Focus Groups Chapter 10. Felicity Picken: The Interview in Tourism Research Chapter 11. Benjamin Lucca Iaquinto: A Mixed Methods Approach in Tourism Research Chapter 12. Trini Espinosa Abascal, Martin Fluker and Min Jiang: Image-Use in Tourism Research Methodology Wendy Hillman: Conclusion

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Book SynopsisThis volume seeks to expose and illustrate new approaches and thinking in qualitative methods that are being developed and implemented in tourism research. The contributions bring together various qualitative methods and approaches while also providing suggestions for the juxtaposition of qualitative and quantitative methods in mixed methods research. The book has been written with a cross-disciplinary approach which provides an insight into the art of research development from business, sociology and tourism perspectives. The chapters provide readers with a context and practical application examples for each method. They present a distinctive opportunity for social researchers from a range of disciplines, in particular tourism, to examine how to adapt the wide variety of qualitative approaches to their particular research needs.Trade ReviewHillman and Radel present a diverse, coherent and articulate array of contributions on qualitative research. The various contributors provide insights into why the application of thorough qualitative approaches is advancing within tourism. The insightful case studies provide clarity for complex methodological terminologies and a bridge between theory and practice. * Brian King, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong *What qualitative research technique should I use to address this tourism issue? This text helps answer this oft-asked question. Hillman and Radel have brought together a diverse range of qualitative research experts to explain the plethora of qualitative techniques relevant to tourism research and when each should be used. This well-written edited volume will be a valuable resource to enhance understanding of qualitative research for graduate students and researchers in tourism alike. * Leo Jago, University of Surrey, UK *This book offers tourism scholars and students invaluable insight into the merits and challenges of qualitative research. Hillman and Radel provide an excellent framework for exploring various qualitative approaches including grounded theory, ethnography, and phenomenology. The ethical framework, the emphasis on cultural considerations, and the case studies set it apart. * Elizabeth Roberts, Southern Cross University, Australia *I strongly recommend this book to both qualitative and quantitative researchers. This book will be an easy read for quantitative researchers who are looking for a succinct and comprehensive overview of research methods they might not be familiar with. The case studies will be helpful in illustrating the use of each research design. For qualitative researchers, the discussion of challenges, ethics, and new tools for doing qualitative research will be appreciated as I know most of us qualitative researchers are continuously seeking novel and innovative research methods while we deal with all the challenges of doing qualitative research. I can also recommend this to industry practitioners who might want to explore other methods of qualitative research for their research problems. Finally, this book is a must-read for students who would be embarking on their dissertations and considering pursuing a qualitative approach to their research. -- Carmela Bosangit, Cardiff University, UK * Tourism Analysis, Vol. 25 *An informative and enjoyable read, Qualitative Methods in Tourism Research will not only help instructors teach research methodologies but the book will also inspire and give confidence to current and future generations of tourism qualitative researchers. -- Xavier Matteucci, Modul University Vienna, Austria * Journal of Qualitative Research in Tourism, Vol. 1, No. 1, 2020 *Table of ContentsMarg Deery: Foreword Chapter 1. Wendy Hillman and Kylie Radel: Introduction Chapter 2. Les Killion and Rickie Fisher: Ontology, Epistemology: Paradigms and Parameters for Qualitative Approaches to Tourism Research Chapter 3. Kylie Radel and Wendy Hillman: A Grounded Theory Approach to Tourism Chapter 4. Amie Matthews: Ethnographic Approaches to Tourism Research Chapter 5. Laura Sophia Fendt: Phenomenology in Leisure and Tourism Research Chapter 6. Gayle Jennings: Action Research and Tourism Studies Chapter 7. Kylie Radel: Participant Observation in Cross-Cultural Tourism Research Chapter 8. Kylie Radel: Aligning Western and Indigenous Ways of Doing Tourism Research: A Constructivist Grounded Theory Approach Chapter 9. Carolyn Daniels, Wendy Hillman and Kylie Radel: Qualitative Tourism Research: Focus Groups Chapter 10. Felicity Picken: The Interview in Tourism Research Chapter 11. Benjamin Lucca Iaquinto: A Mixed Methods Approach in Tourism Research Chapter 12. Trini Espinosa Abascal, Martin Fluker and Min Jiang: Image-Use in Tourism Research Methodology Wendy Hillman: Conclusion

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Book SynopsisThis book examines both specific issues and more general problems stemming from the interaction of religion, travel and tourism with hospitality and culture, as well as the implications for site management and interpretation. It explores the oldest form of religious tourism – pilgrimage – from its original form to the multiple spiritual and secular variations practised today, along with issues and conflicts arising from the collision of religion, politics and tourism. The volume considers the impact of tourism and tourist numbers on religious features, communities and phenomena, including the deliberate involvement of some religious agencies in tourism. It also addresses the ways in which religious beliefs and philosophies affect the behaviour and perceptions of tourists as well as hosts. The book illustrates how different faiths interact with tourism and the issues of catering for religious tourists of the major faiths, as well as managing the interaction between increasing numbers of secular tourists and pilgrims at religious sites.Trade ReviewThis book reveals uncharted controversies and conflicts and moves beyond traditional academic approaches of ‘religious tourism’. It brilliantly explores political issues, fundamentalism, commercialization and sustainability using a tourism rather than religious lens. Butler and Suntikul do a wonderful job linking complex issues and exploring sacred sites, religious conflicts, tourism development and marketing through holistic and wider sustainability interpretation. * Rachel Dodds, Ryerson University, Canada *There is a serious lack of understanding of the interconnectedness, operational and management issues of religious tourism. This book provides outstanding clarity on the conceptual aspects of religious tourism while debating the nexus and complications of politics, nationalism, emotion, obligation, belief and management challenges. This comprehensive volume will be a must-read for tourism and hospitality researchers. * Maharaj Vijay Reddy, University of West London, UK *A welcome addition to existing works on religion and tourism. The editors have weaved a tourism-centric narrative around issues and conflicts arising between religion and tourism, as well as examining the rise of secular tourism within religious spaces. Essential reading for those interested in tourism, religion and their interconnections. * Stephen Boyd, Ulster University, UK *This comprehensive book is indispensable for anyone interested in a practical, yet substantial, in-depth look at religious tourism. Presenting topics, which are at the forefront of this intriguing sector of tourism, the individual authors also blaze the trail for further discussion and debate. -- Erdogan H. Ekiz, King Abdul Aziz University, Saudi Arabia ... * Annals of Leisure Research, 2019 *(This) book provides a comprehensive insight into the religion–tourism relationship in the present context, so the readers can see how tourism and religion interact from the past and present perspectives (...) It is a must-read for academics, practitioners and those who are interested in tourism, religion, religion tourism, the futures and relevant issues. -- Phuong Nam Nguyen, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand * Journal of Tourism Futures Vol 4 No 3 *Butler and Suntikul provide a timely edited volume addressing the nexus of tourism, culture, heritage, and religion. Across the 19 chapters, the editors have lined up some of the most well-known and respected researchers on the topic...Libraries with collections focused on culture, religion, tourism, and anthropology should have a copy of this work. -- K. M. Woosnam, University of Georgia, USA * CHOICE connect, July 2018 *Contributors to Tourism and Religion raise soul-searching questions about the necessity for different and complementary foci on tourism and religion. Consequently, the result is a clear and invaluable comparative overview of evident problems and potentialities at sacred and secular sites. The detailed and exhaustive treatment in the case studies presented highlight good practices that can be applied to other similar contexts. -- Lucrezia Lopez, University of Santiago de Compostela, Spain * Tourism Geographies, 2019 *Table of ContentsList of Contributors List of Tables List of Figures Acknowledgments Biographies 1. Wantanee Suntikul and Richard Butler: Tourism and Religion; Origins, Interactions and Issues Faiths and Tourism 2. John King: Indigenous Tourism: The Most Ancient of Journeys 3. Kevin O’Gorman: Origins of Hospitality in Monastic and Christian Orders 4. Razaq Raj and Kristel Kessler: Inspiration for Muslims to Visit Mosques 5. Noga Collins and Nimrod Luz: Judaism and Tourism over the Ages: The Impacts of Technology, Geopolitics and the Changing Political Landscape 6. Yuji Nakanishi: Shintoism and Travel in Japan 7. Pushkar Kanvinde and Binumol Tom: Hinduism and Tourism 8. Cora Wong: The Monks and Nuns of Pu-Tuo as Custodians of their Sacred Buddhist Site Issues and Problems 9. Matina Terzidou, Caroline Scarles and Mark Saunders: The Vow and Tourist Travel 10. Noga Collins-Kreiner and Deborah Shmueli: Politics, Tourism, Religion, and Conflicts: A Suggested Framing Framework 11. Rami K. Isaac: Religious Tourism in Palestine: Challenges and Opportunities 12. David Mercer: Marketing Myanmar: The Religion/Tourism Nexus in a Fragile Polity 13. Elina Ostrometskaia and Kevin Griffin: Religious Tourism and Pilgrimage in Russia Secular Tourism in Sacred Places 14. Silvia Aulet Serralonga: Spiritual Tourism in Europe, the SPIRIT-Youth Project 15. Dallen J. Timothy and Daniel H. Olsen: Religious Routes, Pilgrim Trails: Spiritual Pathways as Tourism Resources 16. Simon Curtis: Reaching Out – Engagement through Events and Festivals – the Cathedrals of England 17. Daniel H. Olsen and Dallen J. Timothy: Tourism, Salt Lake City, and the Cultural Heritage of Mormonism 18. Amos S. Ron: Religious needs in the tourism industry: the perspective of Abrahamic tradition Conclusions 19. Richard Butler and Wantanee Suntikul: Tourism and Religion: Themes, Issues and Conclusions

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Book SynopsisThis book examines both specific issues and more general problems stemming from the interaction of religion, travel and tourism with hospitality and culture, as well as the implications for site management and interpretation. It explores the oldest form of religious tourism – pilgrimage – from its original form to the multiple spiritual and secular variations practised today, along with issues and conflicts arising from the collision of religion, politics and tourism. The volume considers the impact of tourism and tourist numbers on religious features, communities and phenomena, including the deliberate involvement of some religious agencies in tourism. It also addresses the ways in which religious beliefs and philosophies affect the behaviour and perceptions of tourists as well as hosts. The book illustrates how different faiths interact with tourism and the issues of catering for religious tourists of the major faiths, as well as managing the interaction between increasing numbers of secular tourists and pilgrims at religious sites.Trade ReviewThis book reveals uncharted controversies and conflicts and moves beyond traditional academic approaches of ‘religious tourism’. It brilliantly explores political issues, fundamentalism, commercialization and sustainability using a tourism rather than religious lens. Butler and Suntikul do a wonderful job linking complex issues and exploring sacred sites, religious conflicts, tourism development and marketing through holistic and wider sustainability interpretation. * Rachel Dodds, Ryerson University, Canada *There is a serious lack of understanding of the interconnectedness, operational and management issues of religious tourism. This book provides outstanding clarity on the conceptual aspects of religious tourism while debating the nexus and complications of politics, nationalism, emotion, obligation, belief and management challenges. This comprehensive volume will be a must-read for tourism and hospitality researchers. * Maharaj Vijay Reddy, University of West London, UK *A welcome addition to existing works on religion and tourism. The editors have weaved a tourism-centric narrative around issues and conflicts arising between religion and tourism, as well as examining the rise of secular tourism within religious spaces. Essential reading for those interested in tourism, religion and their interconnections. * Stephen Boyd, Ulster University, UK *This comprehensive book is indispensable for anyone interested in a practical, yet substantial, in-depth look at religious tourism. Presenting topics, which are at the forefront of this intriguing sector of tourism, the individual authors also blaze the trail for further discussion and debate. -- Erdogan H. Ekiz, King Abdul Aziz University, Saudi Arabia ... * Annals of Leisure Research, 2019 *(This) book provides a comprehensive insight into the religion–tourism relationship in the present context, so the readers can see how tourism and religion interact from the past and present perspectives (...) It is a must-read for academics, practitioners and those who are interested in tourism, religion, religion tourism, the futures and relevant issues. -- Phuong Nam Nguyen, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand * Journal of Tourism Futures Vol 4 No 3 *Butler and Suntikul provide a timely edited volume addressing the nexus of tourism, culture, heritage, and religion. Across the 19 chapters, the editors have lined up some of the most well-known and respected researchers on the topic...Libraries with collections focused on culture, religion, tourism, and anthropology should have a copy of this work. -- K. M. Woosnam, University of Georgia, USA * CHOICE connect, July 2018 *Contributors to Tourism and Religion raise soul-searching questions about the necessity for different and complementary foci on tourism and religion. Consequently, the result is a clear and invaluable comparative overview of evident problems and potentialities at sacred and secular sites. The detailed and exhaustive treatment in the case studies presented highlight good practices that can be applied to other similar contexts. -- Lucrezia Lopez, University of Santiago de Compostela, Spain * Tourism Geographies, 2019 *Table of ContentsList of Contributors List of Tables List of Figures Acknowledgments Biographies 1. Wantanee Suntikul and Richard Butler: Tourism and Religion; Origins, Interactions and Issues Faiths and Tourism 2. John King: Indigenous Tourism: The Most Ancient of Journeys 3. Kevin O’Gorman: Origins of Hospitality in Monastic and Christian Orders 4. Razaq Raj and Kristel Kessler: Inspiration for Muslims to Visit Mosques 5. Noga Collins and Nimrod Luz: Judaism and Tourism over the Ages: The Impacts of Technology, Geopolitics and the Changing Political Landscape 6. Yuji Nakanishi: Shintoism and Travel in Japan 7. Pushkar Kanvinde and Binumol Tom: Hinduism and Tourism 8. Cora Wong: The Monks and Nuns of Pu-Tuo as Custodians of their Sacred Buddhist Site Issues and Problems 9. Matina Terzidou, Caroline Scarles and Mark Saunders: The Vow and Tourist Travel 10. Noga Collins-Kreiner and Deborah Shmueli: Politics, Tourism, Religion, and Conflicts: A Suggested Framing Framework 11. Rami K. Isaac: Religious Tourism in Palestine: Challenges and Opportunities 12. David Mercer: Marketing Myanmar: The Religion/Tourism Nexus in a Fragile Polity 13. Elina Ostrometskaia and Kevin Griffin: Religious Tourism and Pilgrimage in Russia Secular Tourism in Sacred Places 14. Silvia Aulet Serralonga: Spiritual Tourism in Europe, the SPIRIT-Youth Project 15. Dallen J. Timothy and Daniel H. Olsen: Religious Routes, Pilgrim Trails: Spiritual Pathways as Tourism Resources 16. Simon Curtis: Reaching Out – Engagement through Events and Festivals – the Cathedrals of England 17. Daniel H. Olsen and Dallen J. Timothy: Tourism, Salt Lake City, and the Cultural Heritage of Mormonism 18. Amos S. Ron: Religious needs in the tourism industry: the perspective of Abrahamic tradition Conclusions 19. Richard Butler and Wantanee Suntikul: Tourism and Religion: Themes, Issues and Conclusions

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Book SynopsisThe aim of this book is to analyse and reflect on the effect of femininities in the field and the encountered biases specific to women researchers in tourism studies. The purpose of the book is to define potential areas of gender bias using international case studies from five continents to improve the validity and transparency of future research conducted by researchers in transcultural contexts. It covers broad themes including access, attire and conduct, sexual harassment, personal safety, and accompanied research and well-being. The volume provides case studies using reflexivity to create baselines for comparison for female (and male) researchers doing fieldwork and outlines potential areas of concern for supervisors through a transdisciplinary approach in a global context. It is an essential guide for supervisors, students, ethics committee members and any researchers. This book is open access under a CC BY NC ND licence.Trade ReviewI thoroughly enjoyed every chapter in this collection. It is clichéd to say that a book is long overdue, but Femininities in the Field truly is, given the glaring lack of attention on the role and impact of gender in tourism fieldwork. This book goes beyond mere method, providing unflinchingly honest accounts of the joys, challenges and complexities of being a ‘woman’ in the field. * Erica Wilson, Southern Cross University, Australia *I have been waiting for this publication all my life. Understanding the place of the researcher’s gender in fieldwork is fundamental to understanding the research itself. The personal accounts here are well written, moving and relatable, while challenging all researchers to be more reflective. This book is not only informative, but transformative – an essential addition to our bookshelves. * Sue Beeton, William Angliss Institute, Australia *This is a terrific book and it belongs in the library of any social scientist, journalist – or indeed, anyone – who plans to conduct tourism research that utilizes techniques of face-to-face interviewing, participant observation, and ethnography. It is a timely and exciting invitation to researchers in many disciplines to take seriously the role and relevance of gender in the research process. * Marc L. Miller, University of Washington, USA *[This book] provides an engaging introductory approach to the practical issues of gender in tourism research which undergraduate students will find accessible to read. Each chapter offers the reader an insight into a specific field which young researchers might find useful when carrying out their own research. Most of all, this edited collection represents a much-needed contribution to both female and male researchers’ university education and to their training regarding gendered research. -- Maria Sofia Pimentel Biscaia, University of Aveiro, Portugal * Annals of Leisure Research, 2018 *I would like to congratulate the editors and authors who contributed to this much-needed book illustrating shared perspectives of female researchers. Brave, honest and sensitive examples uncover identities and describe traumatic experiences of researchers who explore the factors and influences that impact females during the fieldwork. This book is a collaborative work of serious, passionate scholars with lots to say. -- Yana Wengel, Leeds Beckett University, UK * Journal of Tourism Futures, Vol. 4 Issue: 2 *This text deserves a place on the syllabus of any fieldwork methods course. It speaks solidly to tourism research, but could prove invaluable for anyone working with human subjects in the field. I only wish this text had been available when I was heading out to do my doctoral research in the Caribbean. Its combination of practical advice, methodological analysis, theoretical rigor, and reflexivity, make it a text that can offer new insights for all fieldworkers, whether doctoral students or established scholars. In addition to all of these strengths, this moving and well-written book is simply a joy to read. -- Jessica S. R. Robinson, University of Chicago, USA * Journeys, Volume 21, Issue 2 *Table of ContentsNigel Morgan and Annette Pritchard: Foreword Brooke A. Porter: Preface Brooke A. Porter and Heike A. Schänzel: Introduction 1. Jill Hamilton and Russell Fielding: Safety First: The Biases of Gender and Precaution in Fieldwork 2. Jane Godfrey and Stephen Wearing: Negotiating Machismo as a Female Researcher and Volunteer Tourist in Cusco, Peru 3. Shannon Switzer Swanson: The Married Life (as a Marine Tourism Researcher) 4. Lindsay E. Usher: "Dale Chica!": A Surfer Chick's Reflections on Field Research in Central America 5. Brooke A. Porter: Early Motherhood and Research in the Philippines: From Bump to Baby in the Field 6. Antonia Canosa: 'Mummy, When are We Getting to the Fields?' Doing Fieldwork with Three Children 7. Gisele Carvalho: The Dissemination of the Feminine: An In-depth Analysis of Independent Travel 8. Emmanuelle Martinez and Catherine Peters: Gender Bias and Marine Mammal Tourism Research 9. Catheryn Khoo-Lattimore: The Effect of Motherhood on Tourism Fieldwork with Young Children: An Autoethnographic Approach 10. Lisa Cooke: Subjectivities Implode: When 'The Lone Male' Ethnographer is Actually Nursing Mother... 11. Emma J. Stewart: Icebreaker: Experiences of Conducting Fieldwork in Arctic Canada with my Infant Son 12. Ana Maria Muñar: Researching in a Men's Paradise: The Emotional Negotiations of Drunken Tourism Fieldwork 13. Heike A. Schänzel: Motherhood within Family Tourism Research: Case Studies in New Zealand and Samoa Conclusion. Brooke A. Porter and Heike A. Schänzel: Gender: A Variable and a Practice

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Book SynopsisThe aim of this book is to analyse and reflect on the effect of femininities in the field and the encountered biases specific to women researchers in tourism studies. The purpose of the book is to define potential areas of gender bias using international case studies from five continents to improve the validity and transparency of future research conducted by researchers in transcultural contexts. It covers broad themes including access, attire and conduct, sexual harassment, personal safety, and accompanied research and well-being. The volume provides case studies using reflexivity to create baselines for comparison for female (and male) researchers doing fieldwork and outlines potential areas of concern for supervisors through a transdisciplinary approach in a global context. It is an essential guide for supervisors, students, ethics committee members and any researchers. This book is open access under a CC BY NC ND licence.Trade ReviewI thoroughly enjoyed every chapter in this collection. It is clichéd to say that a book is long overdue, but Femininities in the Field truly is, given the glaring lack of attention on the role and impact of gender in tourism fieldwork. This book goes beyond mere method, providing unflinchingly honest accounts of the joys, challenges and complexities of being a ‘woman’ in the field. * Erica Wilson, Southern Cross University, Australia *I have been waiting for this publication all my life. Understanding the place of the researcher’s gender in fieldwork is fundamental to understanding the research itself. The personal accounts here are well written, moving and relatable, while challenging all researchers to be more reflective. This book is not only informative, but transformative – an essential addition to our bookshelves. * Sue Beeton, William Angliss Institute, Australia *This is a terrific book and it belongs in the library of any social scientist, journalist – or indeed, anyone – who plans to conduct tourism research that utilizes techniques of face-to-face interviewing, participant observation, and ethnography. It is a timely and exciting invitation to researchers in many disciplines to take seriously the role and relevance of gender in the research process. * Marc L. Miller, University of Washington, USA *[This book] provides an engaging introductory approach to the practical issues of gender in tourism research which undergraduate students will find accessible to read. Each chapter offers the reader an insight into a specific field which young researchers might find useful when carrying out their own research. Most of all, this edited collection represents a much-needed contribution to both female and male researchers’ university education and to their training regarding gendered research. -- Maria Sofia Pimentel Biscaia, University of Aveiro, Portugal * Annals of Leisure Research, 2018 *I would like to congratulate the editors and authors who contributed to this much-needed book illustrating shared perspectives of female researchers. Brave, honest and sensitive examples uncover identities and describe traumatic experiences of researchers who explore the factors and influences that impact females during the fieldwork. This book is a collaborative work of serious, passionate scholars with lots to say. -- Yana Wengel, Leeds Beckett University, UK * Journal of Tourism Futures, Vol. 4 Issue: 2 *This text deserves a place on the syllabus of any fieldwork methods course. It speaks solidly to tourism research, but could prove invaluable for anyone working with human subjects in the field. I only wish this text had been available when I was heading out to do my doctoral research in the Caribbean. Its combination of practical advice, methodological analysis, theoretical rigor, and reflexivity, make it a text that can offer new insights for all fieldworkers, whether doctoral students or established scholars. In addition to all of these strengths, this moving and well-written book is simply a joy to read. -- Jessica S. R. Robinson, University of Chicago, USA * Journeys, Volume 21, Issue 2 *Table of ContentsNigel Morgan and Annette Pritchard: Foreword Brooke A. Porter: Preface Brooke A. Porter and Heike A. Schänzel: Introduction 1. Jill Hamilton and Russell Fielding: Safety First: The Biases of Gender and Precaution in Fieldwork 2. Jane Godfrey and Stephen Wearing: Negotiating Machismo as a Female Researcher and Volunteer Tourist in Cusco, Peru 3. Shannon Switzer Swanson: The Married Life (as a Marine Tourism Researcher) 4. Lindsay E. Usher: "Dale Chica!": A Surfer Chick's Reflections on Field Research in Central America 5. Brooke A. Porter: Early Motherhood and Research in the Philippines: From Bump to Baby in the Field 6. Antonia Canosa: 'Mummy, When are We Getting to the Fields?' Doing Fieldwork with Three Children 7. Gisele Carvalho: The Dissemination of the Feminine: An In-depth Analysis of Independent Travel 8. Emmanuelle Martinez and Catherine Peters: Gender Bias and Marine Mammal Tourism Research 9. Catheryn Khoo-Lattimore: The Effect of Motherhood on Tourism Fieldwork with Young Children: An Autoethnographic Approach 10. Lisa Cooke: Subjectivities Implode: When 'The Lone Male' Ethnographer is Actually Nursing Mother... 11. Emma J. Stewart: Icebreaker: Experiences of Conducting Fieldwork in Arctic Canada with my Infant Son 12. Ana Maria Muñar: Researching in a Men's Paradise: The Emotional Negotiations of Drunken Tourism Fieldwork 13. Heike A. Schänzel: Motherhood within Family Tourism Research: Case Studies in New Zealand and Samoa Conclusion. Brooke A. Porter and Heike A. Schänzel: Gender: A Variable and a Practice

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Book SynopsisThis book critically explores sport-related tourism drawing on the fields of sport management, the sociology of sport, consumer behaviour, sports marketing, economic, urban and sports geography, and tourism studies. It presents multidisciplinary perspectives of sport tourism, as structured by the geographical concepts of space, place and environment. The volume offers a comprehensive update of the discussions presented in the two previous editions, recognising the significant growth in sub-elite participation sports and addresses spectator-based sport events, participation-based sport events, active sport, and sport heritage activities. It aims to advance theoretical thinking on the subject of sport tourism development and critical thinking on the interplay of local and global forces in sport and tourism development. It continues to be an important text for students and researchers in tourism studies, human geography, sports geography, sociology of sport, sports management, sports marketing and history of sport.Trade ReviewThis comprehensive text, ideal for academics and students, sees Higham and Hinch write an engaging critical appraisal of the key development characteristics of sport tourism. This updated edition retains the excellent variety of examples from across the globe. Drawing on the latest research and empirical evidence, this work is a timely reappraisal of this dynamic industry sector. * Claire Humphreys, University of Westminster, UK *This third edition gives an updated and comprehensive overview of the development of sport tourism. Its accessible style and critical insights make it not only required reading for those new to the subject, but also an invaluable source for those currently researching and working in the field. * Sean Gammon, University of Central Lancashire, UK *The third edition of Sport Tourism Development is a welcome addition to the sport tourism literature. The book considers the range and breadth of sport tourism, and it provides a nicely integrated model of sport tourism phenomena. The complex array of work in the field is coherently organized and analyzed. This edition of the book is a significant contribution to an increasingly vital realm of study. * Laurence Chalip, University of Illinois, USA *This book provides a comprehensive view of the sport tourism concepts and in-depth analyses of different factors that influence or are influenced by sport tourism development. All in all, the book provides good content for an advanced undergraduate or a master’s level course. The value of the book lies in the range of topics that it covers supported by supplemental case studies, “Focus Points,” and recommendations for practice. -- Mona Mirehie, Indiana University and Purdue University, USA * Tourism Analysis, Vol. 24 *Table of ContentsFigures and Tables Case studies Focus points Case Study Contributors Acknowledgements Part 1: Introduction Chapter 1: Sport Tourism in Times of Change Part 2: Foundations of Sport Tourism Development Chapter 2: The Study of Sport Tourism Chapter 3: Sport Tourism Markets Chapter 4: Development Processes and Issues Part 3: Sport Tourism Development and Space Chapter 5: Space: Location and Travel Flow Chapter 6: Place, Sport and Culture Chapter 7: Environment: Landscape, Resources and Impacts Part 4: Sport Tourism Development and Time Chapter 8: Sport and the Tourist Experience Chapter 9: Seasonality, Sport and Tourism Chapter 10: Evolutionary Trends in Sport Tourism Part 5: Conclusions Chapter 11: Shifting Goal Posts and Moving Targets: The Ever-Evolving Worlds of Sport and Tourism References Index

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Book SynopsisThis book critically explores sport-related tourism drawing on the fields of sport management, the sociology of sport, consumer behaviour, sports marketing, economic, urban and sports geography, and tourism studies. It presents multidisciplinary perspectives of sport tourism, as structured by the geographical concepts of space, place and environment. The volume offers a comprehensive update of the discussions presented in the two previous editions, recognising the significant growth in sub-elite participation sports and addresses spectator-based sport events, participation-based sport events, active sport, and sport heritage activities. It aims to advance theoretical thinking on the subject of sport tourism development and critical thinking on the interplay of local and global forces in sport and tourism development. It continues to be an important text for students and researchers in tourism studies, human geography, sports geography, sociology of sport, sports management, sports marketing and history of sport.Trade ReviewThis comprehensive text, ideal for academics and students, sees Higham and Hinch write an engaging critical appraisal of the key development characteristics of sport tourism. This updated edition retains the excellent variety of examples from across the globe. Drawing on the latest research and empirical evidence, this work is a timely reappraisal of this dynamic industry sector. * Claire Humphreys, University of Westminster, UK *This third edition gives an updated and comprehensive overview of the development of sport tourism. Its accessible style and critical insights make it not only required reading for those new to the subject, but also an invaluable source for those currently researching and working in the field. * Sean Gammon, University of Central Lancashire, UK *The third edition of Sport Tourism Development is a welcome addition to the sport tourism literature. The book considers the range and breadth of sport tourism, and it provides a nicely integrated model of sport tourism phenomena. The complex array of work in the field is coherently organized and analyzed. This edition of the book is a significant contribution to an increasingly vital realm of study. * Laurence Chalip, University of Illinois, USA *This book provides a comprehensive view of the sport tourism concepts and in-depth analyses of different factors that influence or are influenced by sport tourism development. All in all, the book provides good content for an advanced undergraduate or a master’s level course. The value of the book lies in the range of topics that it covers supported by supplemental case studies, “Focus Points,” and recommendations for practice. -- Mona Mirehie, Indiana University and Purdue University, USA * Tourism Analysis, Vol. 24 *Table of ContentsFigures and Tables Case studies Focus points Case Study Contributors Acknowledgements Part 1: Introduction Chapter 1: Sport Tourism in Times of Change Part 2: Foundations of Sport Tourism Development Chapter 2: The Study of Sport Tourism Chapter 3: Sport Tourism Markets Chapter 4: Development Processes and Issues Part 3: Sport Tourism Development and Space Chapter 5: Space: Location and Travel Flow Chapter 6: Place, Sport and Culture Chapter 7: Environment: Landscape, Resources and Impacts Part 4: Sport Tourism Development and Time Chapter 8: Sport and the Tourist Experience Chapter 9: Seasonality, Sport and Tourism Chapter 10: Evolutionary Trends in Sport Tourism Part 5: Conclusions Chapter 11: Shifting Goal Posts and Moving Targets: The Ever-Evolving Worlds of Sport and Tourism References Index

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Book SynopsisThis book is the first to examine the depth, complexity and uniqueness of global Christian pilgrimage, travel and tourism, and how they manifest in terms of both supply and demand. It explores the places and spaces of production and consumption of this increasingly important tourism phenomenon. The volume considers the foundational elements of the attractiveness of places according to Christian thinking – spirit of place, scriptural connections, art and architecture, contrived/themed environments, programmed events, volunteer travel opportunities, and visiting local communities by way of solidarity tourism and mission work. It includes a wide range of examples from Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Africa, Latin America and North America and will be of interest to researchers and students in religious studies, tourism, pilgrimage studies, geography, anthropology and Christianity studies.Trade ReviewThis book provides us with a comprehensive understanding of the arguments regarding religious tourism products and their growing consumer market. It touches upon the secular and the traditional aspects of religion in contemporary society – the believers and faithful on the one hand, and the experience seekers on the other. A well-structured book and a must-read for those interested in religious tourism. * Carlos Fernandes, Polytechnic Institute of Viana do Castelo, Portugal *This book will become the new standard work on Christian travel, a significant element in modern day tourism. There is nothing in the current literature which matches the depth and detail of this volume. It is well-organised, raises many important questions, presents well-documented arguments from a sound theoretical base and includes informative graphics and an impressive and highly valuable bibliography. * Richard Butler, Emeritus, University of Strathclyde, UK *This book is the first comprehensive study of the role of contemporary Christian travel and thus fills a huge gap in the literature. It enhances our understanding of the overall subject and offers an innovative look at the complex phenomenon of religious tourism. It reminds us of religion's centrality to our understanding of contemporary society and culture and is an essential addition to the bookshelves of researchers from various disciplines. * Noga Collins-Kreiner, University of Haifa, Israel *Contemporary Christian Travel is an academically profound yet popularly written exposition of religiously-motivated travel in today’s time. -- Joshan Rodrigues, Archdiocese of Bombay, Mumbai, India * Church, Communication & Culture, Volume 3, Issue 3 *Table of ContentsFigures and Tables Acknowledgements Chapter 1. The Context of Christian Travel Chapter 2. Evolving Patterns of Christian Travel: Denominational and Geographical Perspectives Chapter 3. Commoditizing Holy Places and Commercializing Sacred Experiences Chapter 4. Promoting Christian Tourism Chapter 5. Christian Volunteering: Solidarity, Spreading the Gospel, and Humanitarian Service Chapter 6. Christian Themed Environments Chapter 7. Heritage Trails and Cultural Routes Chapter 8. Christian Events and Gatherings Chapter 9. Conclusion References Index

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Book SynopsisThis book is the first to examine the depth, complexity and uniqueness of global Christian pilgrimage, travel and tourism, and how they manifest in terms of both supply and demand. It explores the places and spaces of production and consumption of this increasingly important tourism phenomenon. The volume considers the foundational elements of the attractiveness of places according to Christian thinking – spirit of place, scriptural connections, art and architecture, contrived/themed environments, programmed events, volunteer travel opportunities, and visiting local communities by way of solidarity tourism and mission work. It includes a wide range of examples from Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Africa, Latin America and North America and will be of interest to researchers and students in religious studies, tourism, pilgrimage studies, geography, anthropology and Christianity studies.Trade ReviewThis book provides us with a comprehensive understanding of the arguments regarding religious tourism products and their growing consumer market. It touches upon the secular and the traditional aspects of religion in contemporary society – the believers and faithful on the one hand, and the experience seekers on the other. A well-structured book and a must-read for those interested in religious tourism. * Carlos Fernandes, Polytechnic Institute of Viana do Castelo, Portugal *This book will become the new standard work on Christian travel, a significant element in modern day tourism. There is nothing in the current literature which matches the depth and detail of this volume. It is well-organised, raises many important questions, presents well-documented arguments from a sound theoretical base and includes informative graphics and an impressive and highly valuable bibliography. * Richard Butler, Emeritus, University of Strathclyde, UK *This book is the first comprehensive study of the role of contemporary Christian travel and thus fills a huge gap in the literature. It enhances our understanding of the overall subject and offers an innovative look at the complex phenomenon of religious tourism. It reminds us of religion's centrality to our understanding of contemporary society and culture and is an essential addition to the bookshelves of researchers from various disciplines. * Noga Collins-Kreiner, University of Haifa, Israel *Contemporary Christian Travel is an academically profound yet popularly written exposition of religiously-motivated travel in today’s time. -- Joshan Rodrigues, Archdiocese of Bombay, Mumbai, India * Church, Communication & Culture, Volume 3, Issue 3 *Table of ContentsFigures and Tables Acknowledgements Chapter 1. The Context of Christian Travel Chapter 2. Evolving Patterns of Christian Travel: Denominational and Geographical Perspectives Chapter 3. Commoditizing Holy Places and Commercializing Sacred Experiences Chapter 4. Promoting Christian Tourism Chapter 5. Christian Volunteering: Solidarity, Spreading the Gospel, and Humanitarian Service Chapter 6. Christian Themed Environments Chapter 7. Heritage Trails and Cultural Routes Chapter 8. Christian Events and Gatherings Chapter 9. Conclusion References Index

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Book SynopsisThis book offers traditional perspectives on shopping and tourism and updates current thinking in relation to experiences, and internal and external forces that affect retail change and shopping behaviour. It provides empirical examples on current issues, opportunities, challenges and paradigms in the relationship between shopping and tourism.

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Book SynopsisThis book provides multi-layered and nuanced perspectives on how drivers of change may influence cultural tourism on a global, national and local level. As such, it contributes to a greater understanding of how cultural tourism will be governed, performed and experienced within a volatile, uncertain and complex future environment.

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Book SynopsisManaging Tourism Firms is an authoritative selection of the most important published work on the particular characteristics and problems associated with running a firm in tourism. Major topics covered include: strategy, marketing, the use of the Internet and IT, pricing, managing staff and studies of specific sectors of the industry. The book provides an overview of current issues and a handy reference in one volume to the major published research contributions. The editor has written a new, authoritative introduction which offers a comprehensive, state-of-the-art summary of the literature. This volume will be valuable to researchers and students in tourism and practitioners seeking the latest thinking on these topics.Trade Review'In this volume Dr Clive Morley presents a series of papers designed to illustrate facets of managing organisations engaged in tourism. The book begins with Clive's thought provoking review of why tourist organisations pose specific, special concerns for management, and the state of the literature covering these issues. While all may not necessarily agree with the views expressed, the book is worth buying for almost this introduction alone as it demands a response from readers to clarify their own views about these issues. Dr Morley has also done readers a service in his selection of papers in that, while they have been published previously in leading journals, the volume places them all in one easily accessible collection that needs to be on the bookshelves of those concerned with organisations involved in tourism and their management.' -- Chris Ryan, Waikato Business School, New ZealandTable of ContentsContents: Acknowledgements Introduction Clive Morley PART I STRATEGY 1. Carlos Pestana Barros (2005), ‘Measuring Efficiency in the Hotel Sector’ 2. Nigel Evans and Sarah Elphick (2005), ‘Models of Crisis Management: An Evaluation of their Value for Strategic Planning in the International Travel Industry’ 3. Donald Getz and Tage Petersen (2005), ‘Growth and Profit-orientated Entrepreneurship Among Family Business Owners in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry’ 4. Chris Guilding, Jan Warnken, Allan Ardill and Liz Fredline (2005), ‘An Agency Theory Perspective on the Owner/Manager Relationship in Tourism-based Condominiums’ 5. Diego Medina-Muñoz and Juan Manuel García-Falcón (2000), ‘Successful Relationships Between Hotels and Agencies’ 6. Brent W. Ritchie (2004), ‘Chaos, Crises and Disasters: A Strategic Approach to Crisis Management in the Tourism Industry’ 7. Zvi Schwartz and Stephen Hiemstra (1997), ‘Improving the Accuracy of Hotel Reservations Forecasting: Curves Similarity Approach’ 8. Sandra Watson and Martin McCracken (2002), ‘No Attraction in Strategic Thinking: Perceptions on Current and Future Skills Needs for Visitor Attraction Managers’ PART II MARKETING 9. David Bowen (2002), ‘Research Through Participant Observation in Tourism: A Creative Solution to the Measurement of Consumer Satisfaction/Dissatisfaction (CS/D) among Tourists’ 10. Sara Dolnicar (2004), ‘Beyond “Commonsense Segmentation”: A Systematics of Segmentation Approaches in Tourism’ 11. Leif E. Hem, Nina M. Iversen and Herbjørn Nysveen (2002), ‘Effects of Ad Photos Portraying Risky Situations on Intention to Visit a Tourist Destination: Marketing Effects of Age, Gender and Nationality’ 12. Kenneth F. Hyde and Rob Lawson (2003), ‘The Nature of Independent Travel’ 13. Hong-bumm Kim and Woo Gon Kim (2005), ‘The Relationship Between Brand Equity and Firms’ Performance in Luxury Hotels and Chain Restaurants’ 14. Mike Peters and Klaus Weiermair (2000), ‘Tourist Attractions and Attracted Tourists: How to Satisfy Today’s ‘Fickle’ Tourist Clientele?’ 15. Yvette Reisinger and Lindsay W. Turner (2002), ‘Cultural Differences Between Asian Tourist Markets and Australian Hosts, Part 1’ 16. Soo Cheong Jang, Alistair M. Morrison and Joseph T. O’Leary (2002), ‘Benefit Segmentation of Japanese Pleasure Travelers to the USA and Canada: Selecting Target Markets Based on the Profitability and Risk of Individual Market Segments’ 17. Arch G. Woodside and Chris Dubelaar (2002), ‘A General Theory of Tourism Consumption Systems: A Conceptual Framework and an Empirical Exploration’ PART III THE INTERNET AND IT 18. Sunny Ham, Woo Gon Kim and Seungwhan Jeong (2005), ‘Effect of Information Technology on Performance in Upscale Hotels’ 19. Woo Gon Kim and Dong Jin Kim (2004), ‘Factors Affecting Online Hotel Reservation Intention Between Online and Non-online Customers’ 20. Karl W. Wöber (2003), ‘Information Supply in Tourism Management by Marketing Decision Support Systems’ PART IV PRICING 21. Michael A. Callow and Dawn B. Lerman (2003), ‘Consumer Evaluations of Price Discounts in Foreign Currencies’ 22. Seong-Seop Kim and John L. Crompton (2002), ‘The Influence of Selected Behavioral and Economic Variables on Perceptions of Admission Price Levels’ 23. Jan G. Laarman and Hans M. Gregersen (1996), ‘Pricing Policy in Nature-based Tourism’ 24. Tim Lockyer (2005), ‘The Perceived Importance of Price as One Hotel Selection Dimension’ 25. Michael Lynn (2001), ‘Restaurant Tips and Service Quality: A Tenuous Relationship’ 26. H. Anthea Rogers (1995), ‘Pricing Practices in Tourist Attractions: An Investigation into How Pricing Decisions are Made in the UK’ 27. Zvi Schwartz (1997), ‘The Economics of Tipping: Tips, Profits and the Market’s Demand-Supply Equilibrium’ 28. Andreas H. Zins (1999), ‘Explaining and Predicting Willingness to Pay in Tourism: A Methodological Framework and Empirical Illustration’ PART V MANAGING STAFF 29. Peter M. Burns (1993), ‘Sustaining Tourism Employment’ 30. Suchada Chareanpunsirikul and Roy C. Wood (2002), ‘Mintzberg, Managers and Methodology: Some Observations from a Study of Hotel General Managers’ 31. Christine A. Hope (2004), ‘The Impact of National Culture on the Transfer of “Best Practice Operations Management” in Hotels in St. Lucia’ 32. Terry Lam, Hanquin Zhang and Tom Baum (2001), ‘An Investigation of Employees’ Job Satisfaction: The Case of Hotels in Hong Kong’ 33. Michael Riley and Edith Szivas (2003), ‘Pay Determination: A Socioeconomic Framework’ PART VI SECTORAL STUDIES 34. Joanne Connell (2005), ‘Managing Gardens for Visitors in Great Britain: A Story of Continuity and Change’ 35. Brian Garrod and Alan Fyall (2000), ‘Managing Heritage Tourism’ 36. Nigel Hemmington, David Bowen, Evgenia Wickens and Alexandros Paraskevas (2005), ‘Satisfying the Basics: Reflections from a Consumer Perspective of Attractions Management at the Millennium Dome, London’ 37. Soyoung Kim and Mary A. Littrell (2001), ‘Souvenir Buying Intentions for Self versus Others’ 38. Steven Tufts and Simon Milne (1999), ‘Museums: A Supply-Side Perspective’ 39. James Wong and Rob Law (2003), ‘Difference in Shopping Satisfaction Levels: A Study of Tourists in Hong Kong’ Name Index

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Book SynopsisTourism is both a growth industry and the world's number one export earner. It is therefore no surprise that the role of tourism is increasingly gaining prominence in the debate over how we can move towards more sustainable patterns of development. An enormous literature has emerged on the three pillars of sustainable development - environment, culture and economics - and on how tourism impacts and interacts with them. This timely and original book is firmly grounded in the theory and application of economics, in contrast to much of the previous research which has tended to adopt an environmental or sociological perspective. Although economics has increasingly become a technical subject, this accessible book aims to present important economics results and relate them explicitly to the policy debate. Using a coherent analytical framework, this unique approach offers prescriptions for moving tourism, and economic development more generally, closer to a sustainable ideal. The authors begin by studying the macroeconomic effect of tourism in terms of growth performance and sources of growth. They also examine how the tourism-growth link is affected by the role of imports in the economy, and how tourism impacts upon land use. Further chapters investigate the important issue of forecasting visitor numbers and explore the need for a comprehensive accounting framework to take account of ecologically sustainable tourism. The authors also examine the microeconomic aspects of sustainable tourism and analyse the increasing popularity of environmentally friendly holidays. Sustainable tourism is a fast-growing subject and this book provides an insightful introduction to the critical economic issues involved. It will interest and inform a broad and varied readership including researchers, students and policymakers interested in tourism economics and tourism management, as well as environmentalists, geographers and development scholars.Trade Review'The book represents a valuable contribution to the literature on sustainable tourism. While much has been written on the economics of tourism in general, relatively little research has been undertaken on the economic dimension of sustainable tourism and its environmental dimensions. The papers in this volume go some way to fill this gap.' -- Larry Dwyer, Journal of Sustainable TourismTable of ContentsContents: Introduction 1. An Investigation on the Growth Performance of Small Tourism Countries 2. Forecasting International Tourism Demand and Uncertainty for Barbados, Cyprus and Fiji 3. Land, Environmental Externalities and Tourism Development 4. Tourism, Increasing Returns and Welfare 5. How to Develop an Accounting Framework for Ecologically Sustainable Tourism 6. The Effect of Climate Change and Extreme Weather Events on Tourism 7. Sustainable Tourism and Economic Instruments: International Experience and the Case of Hvar, Croatia 8. Tourism and Sustainable Development: Lessons from Recent World Bank Experience 9. Using Data Envelopment Analysis to Evaluate Environmentally Conscious Tourism Management 10. A Tale of Two Tourism Paradises: Puerto Plata and Punta Cana – The Determinants of Room Price in the Dominican Republic Using a Hedonic Function Approach 11. A Choice Experiment Study to Plan Tourism Expansion in Luang Prabang, Laos Index

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Book SynopsisThis valuable new book contributes greatly to a better understanding of the service economy. By exploring the key dimensions, available empirical evidence and associated policy implications, the author comprehensively investigates the new challenges facing the global economy, including employment, productivity, innovation and competitiveness. The case of the European services is highlighted, particularly in comparison to the US.On the basis of these challenges, the book examines the existing and potential services-related policies at the EU level, incorporating discussions on regulation, competition policy, internal markets and regional policies. The book argues that the orientation of many of these policies is still in its incipient stages and there is much to be done in terms of scope, definition, coordination and shaping to satisfy the needs and varied nature of heterogeneous services. To have a strong and integrated services market in the EU remains as a major policy objective requiring new impetus and political ambition in order to succeed.This is a unique work combining new evidence on the service economy and a full range of policy implications at the EU level. As such it will be of interest to researchers and policymakers, professionals in service firms, students in international business and those interested in services as a dimension of any economic and business activity.Trade Review'. . . this book. . . is an outstanding step forward to our understanding of service economics beyond the simplistic, traditional notion of employment and gross domestic product levels in modern societies. It really establishes a new level of analytical thinking and discourse about service activities which in turn would allow the creation of new ideas, frameworks and working hypotheses at different levels of analysis, to contribute to the further development and systemic integration of our scientific knowledge of services and its role in our society.' -- Javier Reynoso, Journal of Service Management'. . . the book clearly makes a huge step forward in terms of ensuring accurate understanding of the service sector. . .' -- Agence Europe'This is an academic and policy-oriented study, not a business book. Researchers will find it useful, while policy-makers will find it informative. . . There is ample data, which is well analysed and clearly presented, and a good review of recent studies on the impact or potential impact of a more liberalized market. . . The reading is easy and at times energetic. Rubalcaba is enthusiastic about his subject and is frequently defending the sector against criticism that it is less productive than the goods sector and thus reduces economic growth.' -- Paul Vandenberg, Global Business Review'. . . a serious-minded assessment of the modern challenges involved in the new global economy, including dynamic changes in employment, productivity, innovation, and competitiveness. . . Supported by extensive scientific research, graphs, and notes, The New Service Economy is an utterly indispensable addition to college and graduate-level economic studies shelves, rife with insights into the rapidly changing modern world and the resulting implications especially for Europe.' -- Midwest Book ReviewTable of ContentsContents: Part I: Analytical Framework for Services 1. Introduction – Exploring the New Service Economy 2. Historical and Anthropological Origin of the Service Economy Part II: Facts and Challenges in the New Service Economy 3. Growth and Employment in Services 4. Productivity in Services 5. Service Innovation 6. The Globalization of Services and Offshoring Part III: Policy Implications and Service-Related Policies in the European Union 7. The Regulation of Services and its Reform 8. European Union Competition Policy 9. The Internal Market for Services 10. Complementary Policies Regarding Services 11. Conclusions and Final Remarks References Index

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Book SynopsisHigher education, especially that which is publicly funded, is under increasing scrutiny from politicians and the public as competition in this sector increases. Susanne Warning provides a comprehensive analysis of the strategic positioning of public universities as service providers in a competitive sector.The author develops two distinct theoretical approaches to the analysis of public universities. The first is the concept of strategic groups, originating in management theory. It implies that due to different returns on investment in teaching quality and research quality, heterogeneity will exist in the university sector. The second approach involves a three-stage duopoly game of competition between universities, and is underpinned by the industrial economics literature. Universities in this formal equilibrium model of differentiation position themselves in terms of teaching and research quality in order to attract students. Although the analysis is based on data for German publicly funded universities, however, the author's conclusions offer important insights for all countries where publicly funded universities play a role, particularly in the current climate of shifts towards more competitive university systems.With an exclusive combination of economic analysis and institutional data, this book will prove invaluable for anyone with a particular interest in the economics of higher education.Trade Review'. . . the book offers some interesting insights into the specific position of public universities within an increasingly differentiated higher education system. . . The book addresses interesting research questions with strong relevance to higher education policies.' -- Vincent Carpentier, London Review of Education'The ideas, arguments and the theoretical and empirical tools developed in this book will be useful for further research in the higher education sector not only in Germany but also in rest of the world. Hence, with an exclusive combination of economic analysis and institutional data, this book will prove invaluable for anyone with a particular interest in the area of economics of higher education.' -- Pradeep Kumar Choudhury, Journal of Educational Planning and Administration'A reader not only learns about Germany's system of higher education, but also is provoked into thinking about how product differentiation and strategic positioning increasingly affect the performance of colleges and universities worldwide.' -- John Siegfried, Vanderbilt University, USTable of ContentsContents: Preface 1. Introduction 2. German Higher Education – Facts and Figures 3. A Review of the Literature 4. Strategic Groups in Higher Education 5. A Model of Competition: Positioning in the University Sector 6. Performance of German Universities: A DEA Approach 7. Teaching and Research as Strategic Variables of German Universities 8. Concluding Remarks Bibliography Appendices Index

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Book SynopsisDino Falaschetti and Michael Orlando unify the treatment of the many deeply related topics in money and banking in this wide-ranging book. By continually building on the assumption that economic actors are maximizers, they explain how monetary and financial services, as well as related governance mechanisms, influence economic performance. In this manner, Money, Financial Intermediation and Governance not only lets readers make sense of today's monetary authorities and financial markets, it lets them see through superficial complexities to the fundamental influences that will shape those organizations for years to come. Mastering this analytical process is important for scholars and professionals, as well as individuals who are interested in their own financial security. Successful readers will enjoy an enduring ability to productively anticipate, respond to, and even shape macroeconomic and related political developments. This book's greatest contribution may thus be to help readers enjoy the lasting advantages of becoming careful thinkers. This book is an ideal text for undergraduate, graduate and MBA students in courses on banking and financial markets as well as in macroeconomics. It is also a useful resource for researchers and professionals in the financial, legal and policy sectors.Table of ContentsContents: Foreword by Antoine Martin Introduction Part I: The Economic Method of Inquiry 1. Modeling 2. Foundation 3. A Model Economy Part II: Money in a Static Economy 4. What is Money? 5. Money and the Level of Economic Well-being Part III: Money in a Dynamic Economy 6. Money in a Classical Economy 7. Money in a Keynesian Economy 8. Should Monetary Policy be Active? 9. Is Monetary Policy Active? Part IV: Governing Money 10. Measuring Monetary Services 11. Organizing the Production of Monetary Services 12. The Case of the ‘Fed’ Part V: Intermediation, Governance and Economic Performance 13. Asymmetric Information 14. Financial Intermediaries and their Governance 15. Corporate Governance 16. Financial Development and Economic Performance Questions Bibliography Index

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Book Synopsis Mass tourism is one of the most striking developments in postwar western societies, involving economic, social, cultural, and anthropological factors. For many countries it has become a significant, if not the primary, source of income for the resident population. The Mediterranean basin, which has long been a very popular destination, is explored here in the first study to scrutinize the region as a whole and over a long period of time. In particular, it investigates the area’s economic and social networks directly involved in tourism, which includes examining the most popular spots that attract tourists and the crucial actors, such as hotel entrepreneurs, travel agencies, charter companies, and companies developing seaside resort networks. This important volume presents a fascinating picture of the economics of tourism in one of the world’s most visited destinations.Trade Review “The essays in this book investigate aspects directly related to tourism, such as hotel entrepreneurs, travel agencies, charter companies and firms developing advertising networks. The outcome is an extensively documented and successful collage of information on mass tourism as an alternative or complementary source of income for the population residing around the Mediterranean.” · Journal of Contemporary European StudiesTable of Contents Acknowledgements Chapter 1. Introduction: The Mediterranean as a Tourist Destination: Past, Present, and Future of the First Mass Tourism Resort Area Carles Manera, Luciano Segreto and Manfred Pohl Chapter 2. Flying Visits: The growth of British air package tours, 1945-75 Peter Lyth Chapter 3. The Transformation of the Economic Model of the Balearic Islands: The Pioneers of Mass Tourism Carles Manera and Jaume Garau-Taberner Chapter 4. Tourism and Business during the Twentieth Century in Greece: Continuity and Change Margarita Dritsas Chapter 5. The Development of the Portuguese Hotel Business, 1950-1995 Benedita Câmara Chapter 6. Sending the Italians on holiday. The Alpitour Group Luciano Segreto Chapter 7. Rimini: a Mass Tourism Resort which based its Success on an Original Mix of Italian Style and Foreign Models Patrizia Battilani Chapter 8. The Expansion Strategies of the Majorcan Hotel Chains Antoni Serra Chapter 9. The French group Accor and tourism (since 1967): business tourism without a mass tourism strategy Hubert Bonin Chapter 10. Club Méditerranée, 1950-2002 Ellen Furlough Chapter 11. Tourism on the French Riviera Philippe Mioche Chapter 12. Tourism on the Costa del Sol Carmelo Pellejero-Martínez Notes on contributors Bibliography Index

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