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Tourism is one of the fastest growing industries in the world. Many countries see it as a passport to their economic development; others express concern that uncontrolled tourism may overwhelm their natural, cultural, social, and physical resources. The question of how best to harness tourism for the good of host communities is increasingly debated and forms the basis of this book. Written in a highly accessible style for a general audience as well as professionals, it applies an economic way of thinking to tourism to help readers gain a better understanding of this dynamic and fascinating global industry.
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Mak (economics, U. of Hawai'i) presents a text for students in tourism studies and tourism economics and related fields, and for tourism professionals and policymakers. Coverage includes a definition of tourism; the nature of the tourism product; the tourists themselves how and why they travel, their spending behaviors at the destination location; tourism suppliers, both business and government; and the benefits, drawbacks, and issues of concern to the host communities. Academic but accessible to the general reader interested in the role of tourism in the economy. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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