The 12th edition of Tourism: Principles, Practices, Philosophies explores major concepts in tourism, what makes tourism possible, and how tourism can become an important factor in the wealth of any nation.

Written in global terms, the book covers the principles, practices, and philosophies that affect the cultural, social, economic, psychological, and marketing aspects of human travel and the tourism industry.

Among the topics given expanded coverage in this edition are:

• bed and breakfasts
• time shares
• meetings and conventions
• sustainable tourism
• climate change
• social media
• mobile marketing.

Contents

1. Tourism in Perspective
2. Tourism Through the Ages
3. Career Opportunities
4. World, National, Regional and Other Organizations
5. Passenger Transportation
6. Hospitality and Related Services
7. Organizations in the Distribution Process
8. Attractions, Recreation, and Other Tourist Draws
9. Motivation for Pleasure Travel
10. Cultural and International Tourism for Life's Enrichment
11. Sociology of Tourism
12. Tourism Components and Supply
13. Measuring and Forecasting Demand
14. Tourism's Economic Impact
15. Tourism Policy: Structure, Content, and Process
16. Tourism Planning, Development, and Social Considerations
17. Tourism and the Environment
18. Travel and Tourism Research
19. Tourism Marketing
20. Tourism's Future

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