1st Edition

Tourism and the Lodging Sector

By Dallen Timothy, Victor Teye Copyright 2009
280 Pages
by Routledge

280 Pages
by Routledge

296 Pages
by Routledge

Tourism and the Lodging Sector is a pioneering book and is the first text of its kind to examine the lodging sector from a tourism perspective. The book highlights the importance of the lodging sector in tourism as a major income generator and essential part of the travel experience. The book offers an international perspective on topics such as sustainability, security, economic... Read more
1. Tourism and Tourist Accommodations  Part 1: Contemporary Issues in the Lodging Sector  2. Demand for Lodging and Tourism  3. Current Issues in Human Resources, Structural Change, and e-Commerce in the Global Lodging Sector  4. The Socio-Economic Implications in the Destination  5. Globalization and Inclusiveness in the Lodging Sector  6. Accommodations and the Green Movement  7. Safety and Security Issues in a Globalizing World  8. Food and Beverage Services, Gaming and Conferences  Part 2: Tourist Lodging Types and Forms  9. Hotels, Motels and Resorts  10. Second Homes and Timeshares  11. Small-Scale Boutique Accommodations: Inns, Bed & Breakfasts, Lodges, Farm Stays and Pensions  12. Mobile Lodging  13. Youth Hostels and Backpacker Accommodation  14. Camping  15. Novelty and Alternative Lodging  16. Critical Issues and the Future of Lodging

Biography

Dallen J. Timothy, Victor B. Teye