Tourism: The Key Concepts The Key Concepts Routledge Key Guides Series
Coordonnateur : Robinson Peter
Tourism: The Key Concepts offers a comprehensive collection of the most frequently used and studied concepts in the subject of tourism. Within the text key terms, concepts, typologies and frameworks are examined in the context of the broader social sciences, blending together theory and practice to explore the scope of the subject. Terms covered include:
- Ethical Tourism
- LGBT Tourism
- Hospitality
- Mobility
- Authenticity
- Quality Management
- Destination Management
- Geographies of Tourism
- Planning
- Sociology in Tourism
- Society and Culture
- Tourism Strategy
Each entry contextualises, defines and debates the concept discussed, providing an excellent starting point for those studying tourism for the first time, and a quick reference for those who are more experienced. With case studies, examples and further reading throughout, this text will be invaluable for all undergraduate and postgraduate tourism students.
List of Contributors List of Abbreviations Introduction: Defining Tourism How to use this book A-Z Key Concepts Resources Index
Peter Robinson is Principal Lecturer and Head of Leisure at the University of Wolverhampton. He has previously worked in senior management positions in the tourism industry, and has published internationally on the subjects of tourism and events management.
Date de parution : 07-2012
Ouvrage de 352 p.
13.8x21.6 cm
Date de parution : 08-2012
Ouvrage de 352 p.
13.8x21.6 cm
Thèmes de Tourism: The Key Concepts :
Mots-clés :
Tourism; Tourism Management; Geographies of Tourism; Tourism Studies; BA Tourism; HND Tourism; Foundation Degree Tourism; Peter Robinson; International Tourism; Attractions Management; Destination Management; Sustainable Tourism; Introduction to Tourism; Tourism Planning and Development; Introduction to Tourism Management; Tourism Industry; Concepts in Tourism; Tourism Marketing; Hospitality; Dark Tourism; Economics of Tourism; Channel View Publications; LGBT Tourism; Wine Tourism; Tv Tourism; Slow Tourism; Destination Image; Spa Tourism; Adventure Tourism; Medical Tourism; Sport Tourism; Special Interest Tourism; Rural Tourism; Ethical Tourism; Niche Tourism