Paperback. Transport is an inherent part of tourism; whether as a functional means of transportation, such as between origin and destination or within the destination; or as a key element of the holiday experience itself, as in cruising or traveling along scenic or historic routes. This book provides the necessary background information to gain a comprehensive understanding of transportation markets, with each of the three modes of transportation - air, ground and marine - explored in detail. Each section includes definitions, the historical development of the market and international institutional frameworks, with case studies, learning objectives and study questions incorporated to facilitate an active learning process. Transport is an inherent part of tourism, and this book provides the information to gain a comprehensive understanding of transportation markets. Air, ground and marine transportation are covered, including definitions, historical development and institutional frameworks. Case studies, learning objectives and study questions are also provided. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

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Title: Introduction to Tourism Transport (Paperback)
Publisher: CABI Publishing, Wallingford
Publication Date: 2014
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1780642148
ISBN 13: 9781780642147
Binding: Paperback
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Transport is an inherent part of tourism; whether as a functional means of transportation, such as between origin and destination or within the destination; or as a key element of the holiday experience itself, as in cruising or traveling along scenic or historic routes. This book provides the necessary background information to gain a comprehensive understanding of transportation markets, with each of the three modes of transportation - air, ground and marine - explored in detail. Each section includes definitions, the historical development of the market and international institutional frameworks, with case studies, learning objectives and study questions incorporated to facilitate an active learning process.

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Sven Gross teaches at the Hochshule Harz, University of Applied Science, Germany.

Louisa Klemmer teaches at the Hochshule Harz, University of Applied Science, Germany.

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