Tourism: Principles, Practices, Philosophies

Robert W. McIntosh; Charles R. Goeldner; J. R. Brent Ritchie

ISBN 10: 0471015571 / ISBN 13: 9780471015574

Published by John Wiley & Sons, 1995

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Tourism: Principles, Practices, Philosophies
• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• Publication Date: 1995
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0471015571
• ISBN 13: 9780471015574
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket as Issued

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Synopsis

While the economic benefits of tourism have long been recognized in progressive countries throughout the world, attention is now being directed to its social impact, whether positive or negative, depending on how tourism is planned and managed. This revised and updated textbook discusses the social, cultural, economic and psychological aspects of travel and tourism. Defining the basic concepts and structures, the work explains how tourism can become an important factor in the wealth of any nation.

Review

"...rich both in theoretical and pragmatic insights...an excellent main text...an excellent contribution to the advancement of tourism education, training and practical knowledge formation." (International Journal of Tourism Research, November 2001)