Contemporary Issues in Tourism and Hospitality

Theory, Trends and Practical Approaches
1. Auflage 2026
ISBN: 978-1-3986-2497-9
Verlag: Kogan Page Ltd

Buch, Englisch, 416 Seiten, Format (B × H): 170 mm x 240 mm, Gewicht: 666 g

A comprehensive exploration of the critical issues transforming global tourism and hospitality. Contemporary Issues in Tourism and Hospitality by Michael Palkowski and Henrik Linden is written for undergraduate and postgraduate students studying tourism and hospitality management who need to understand the key forces reshaping the global travel industry. Grounded in contemporary theory, it supports students in linking critical debates with the realities of a rapidly evolving sector and prepares them to engage with the challenges and innovations defining its future. This textbook includes: - Analysis of tourist motivation, behaviour and consumer storytelling in global travel marketing - Exploration of the ethics and politics of tourism, including sustainability, overtourism and dark heritage - Examination of new and emerging trends such as wellness tourism, 'set jetting' and virtual travel experiences - Real-world examples illustrating themes and trends, including fandom travel inspired by Taylor Swift's Eras Tour, visits to famous filming sites and the performative culture of Thailand's floating markets - Learning outcomes, reflective questions and practitioner interviews With its clear structure, applied focus, and emphasis on critical engagement, Contemporary Issues in Tourism and Hospitality equips students with the analytical skills and confidence to evaluate and influence developments in tourism and hospitality management, and work in this global industry.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Palkowski, Michael

Linden, Henrik

Fachgebiete

• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Wirtschaftssektoren & Branchen Dienstleistungssektor & Branchen Tourismuswirtschaft, Gastgewerbe
• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Volkswirtschaftslehre Volkswirtschaftslehre Allgemein Verhaltensökonomik
• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Volkswirtschaftslehre Internationale Wirtschaft Wirtschaftliche Globalisierung
• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Betriebswirtschaft Management

Inhaltsverzeichnis

• • Chapter - 01: Understanding Hospitality Concepts and Approaches;
  • Chapter - 02: Tourist Motivations and Behaviours: Identity, Desire and the Performance of Travel;
  • Chapter - 03: The Experience Economy and Developing Unique ‘Memorable Experiences’;
  • Chapter - 04: Globalization and the Challenges of Tourism and Hospitality Development;
  • Chapter - 05: Politics and International Relations in Tourism and Hospitality;
  • Chapter - 06: Dark Tourism: Memory, Ethics and Experiences in Sites of Tragedy;
  • Chapter - 07: Digital Disruption in Tourism and Hospitality: Synthetic Realities and the Attention Economy;
  • Chapter - 08: Tourism Fan Cultures: Pilgrimage, Popular Culture and Imagination;
  • Chapter - 09: Creative Cities: Redevelopment, Culture and Heritage;
  • Chapter - 10: Marketing in Tourism and Hospitality: Persuasion and Spectacle;
  • Chapter - 11: Film Tourism, Travel Writing and Fictional Tourism Worlds

Über Autor(innen)

Michael Palkowski is Senior Lecturer in Tourism, Hospitality and Events Management at the University of East London, UK, as well as the programme leader for BA (Hons) Tourism Management and the MSc in Events and Hospitality Leadership. Henrik Linden is the Subject Lead for Hospitality, Events, Tourism, Aviation and Sport Management at the University of East London, UK. He is a Senior Fellow (SFHEA) of Advance HE and his experience includes organising and managing a variety of events, as well as working for The Nobel Museum, The Swedish Institute for Children's Books and New York's Morgan Library and Museum.