WORLDWIDE DESTINATIONS

Book Details

• Author: Brian Boniface

• Publisher: Routledge

• Edition: 8th Edition

• Binding: Paperback

• Number of Pages: 732

• Release Date: 03-11-2020

• ISBN: 9781566704618

• Languages: English

• Package Dimensions:

  • Length: 9.6 inches

  • Width: 7.5 inches

  • Height: 1.5 inches

About The Book

Worldwide Destinations: The Geography of Travel and Tourism (8th Edition) by Brian Boniface is a comprehensive and indispensable resource for anyone studying the dynamics of global tourism. This edition is meticulously updated to reflect current issues such as climate change, overtourism, the rise of expedition cruises, film tourism, and the economic and cultural impacts of tourism worldwide.

The book offers new and revised case studies, providing real-world examples of the evolving tourism landscape. It places greater emphasis on regions such as Southeast Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, offering insights into the unique challenges and opportunities these areas face in the tourism industry.

Divided into thematic and regional chapters, the first section explores the geographical principles essential for analyzing the tourism appeal of various destinations. The subsequent regional chapters allow students to examine tourism in specific countries, highlighting their cultural characteristics and tourist attractions.

In addition to its detailed analysis of global tourism demand and trends, the book provides online resources for both lecturers and students, including PowerPoint presentations, web links, video resources, and reflections on the impact of COVID-19 on the tourism industry.

Whether you are a student of travel and tourism or a professional in the field, Worldwide Destinations is an essential tool to understand the complex forces shaping the global tourism industry today and in the future.