Tourism : Principles, Practices and Philosophies

McIntosh, Robert W.; Goeldner, Charles R.

ISBN 10: 0471830380 / ISBN 13: 9780471830382

Published by John Wiley & Sons Australia, Limited, Milton, QLD, Australia, 1986

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Ex library copy - a little worn but no underlining or internal marks apart from library stickers etc - immediate 1st class despatch from the UK 6 days a week Size: 48mo - over 3" - 4" tall 0.0.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Tourism : Principles, Practices and Philosophies
• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Australia, Limited, Milton, QLD, Australia
• Publication Date: 1986
• ISBN 10: 0471830380
• ISBN 13: 9780471830382
• Binding: Hard Cover
• Condition: Fair/Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket Issued

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Synopsis

This book explores major concepts in tourism, what makes tourism possible, and how tourism can become an important factor in the wealth of any nation. It is written in broad global terms, setting forth principles, practices and philosophies of tourism that have been found advantageous. Some of the topics included are introductory principles, study approaches, the importance of tourism, some tourism history and careers, the organization of tourism, travel motivations, elements of tourism demand and supply, economics, planning and development principles, marketing, research, deregulation, consumerism and some hypotheses for the future.

From the Publisher

Explores major concepts in tourism, what makes tourism possible and how tourism can become a major factor in the wealth of any nation. Explains the social, cultural, economic and psychological aspects of travel and tourism. The appendices contain pertinent material concerning key travel industry contacts as well as travel and tourism information sources.