Issues in Cultural Tourism Studies

Book Details
• Author: Melanie K. Smith
• Book Name: Issues in Cultural Tourism Studies
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of Pages: 272
• ISBN-13: 9780415467124
• Languages: English
• Release Date: 28-10-2009
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
• Package Dimensions: 9.6 x 6.6 x 0.6 inches
• Subject/Category: Tourism, Cultural Studies, Travel

Description
The extensively revised second edition of Issues in Cultural Tourism Studies provides a fresh framework for analyzing the complexity of cultural tourism and its increasing globalization in both existing and emerging tourist destinations worldwide. The book emphasizes the importance of creative tourism strategies that use a blend of localized cultural products alongside innovative global attractions to differentiate destinations.

This edition delves into important issues within heritage, arts, festivals, indigenous and ethnic tourism, and experiential cultural tourism across both urban and rural environments. Key themes explored include policy and politics, impact management and sustainable development, interpretation and representation, marketing and branding, and regeneration and planning.

In this edition, a more global focus replaces the European-centric lens of the previous version, while three new chapters introduce topics such as the Geography of Cultural Tourism, the Politics of Global Cultural Tourism, and the Growth of Creative Tourism. An extensively revised chapter on Experiential Tourism adds depth to the exploration of tourist experiences.

With a people-centered approach to planning and development, the book advocates for strategies that ensure local communities benefit from tourism, retain their sense of place and identity, and offer enhanced tourist experiences. A wide array of international case studies contextualizes the issues discussed, making this book an essential resource for students and professionals in the fields of tourism, cultural studies, and travel planning.