This textbook, written by Peter Mason, provides an in-depth analysis of planning and management in tourism. It addresses the complex interplay between tourism impacts, planning, and management strategies. The book is intended for students and professionals who want to deepen their understanding of effective tourism management practices.
Description
Tourism Impacts, Planning and Management examines the diverse effects of tourism and the challenges in planning and management. With attention to all stakeholders – from tourists to local communities and the industry – this book offers practical approaches for managing tourism impacts.
The fourth edition has been updated with new themes such as overtourism, dark tourism, festival tourism, regional development, and Artificial Intelligence. It also includes updated data, statistics, and current case studies, for example on economic effects in France and environmentally friendly practices within the sector. The accompanying Companion Website provides supporting materials such as PowerPoints and videos.
This textbook combines accessibility with academic depth and is essential for anyone involved in the planning and management of tourism.
Product specifications
- Author: Peter Mason
- Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Imprint: Routledge
- Publication date: 2020-07-22
- Number of pages: 318
- ISBN: 9780367221621
- Subject area: Hospitality, sports, leisure and tourism industries
- BISAC: BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Industries / Hospitality, Travel & Tourism
About the author
Peter Mason is Visiting Professor of Tourism at London South Bank University and has an appointment at London Metropolitan University. With more than 45 years of experience in education and research, the foundation of this book lies in his broad expertise in tourism education worldwide.