A Companion to Tourism

Book Details

• Author: Alan A. Lew, C. Michael Hall, Allan M. Williams

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Language: English

• Edition: First Edition

• ISBN: 9781405133746

• Pages: 640

• Cover: Paperback

• Sale Territory: India

About the Book

The Companion to Tourism offers a critical reassessment of key themes in contemporary tourism studies, informed by the latest theoretical developments in the field and the social sciences. In light of recent transformations in the global tourism landscape, this groundbreaking volume provides readers with a comprehensive, updated view of the major issues in tourism research.

This Companion consists of 48 specially commissioned essays, written by over 50 internationally recognized experts. The essays span a broad range of topics and provide readers with a critical review of current research, setting the stage for future developments in the field. Key areas covered in this volume include tourism’s role in globalization, the dynamics of contested places, and the values and motivations of tourists. The text also explores the intersection of tourism with society and the environment, focusing on issues such as sustainable tourism and tourism's impact on local communities.

Additionally, the volume delves into the policies and governance structures that shape tourism development, as well as the state's role in regulating and promoting the tourism sector. With its comprehensive coverage, this Companion aims to push the boundaries of tourism research, offering valuable insights into both current trends and emerging areas of study.

This book is an essential resource for academics, students, and professionals in tourism studies, geography, sociology, and related fields, providing an in-depth understanding of the complexities of tourism in the modern world.

About the Author

Alan A. Lew is a Professor and Chair in the Department of Geography, Planning, and Recreation at Northern Arizona University. He is the editor-in-chief of Tourism Geographies and a resource editor for The Annals of Tourism Research.

C. Michael Hall is a Professor and Head of the Department of Tourism at the University of Otago and Honorary Professor in the Department of Marketing at the University of Stirling. He is co-editor of Current Issues in Tourism and an associate editor of Tourism Geographies.

Allan M. Williams is a Professor of Human Geography and European Studies at the University of Exeter. He is an associate editor of Tourism Geographies, co-editor of European Urban and Regional Studies, and the author or editor of several influential books, including Critical Issues in Tourism (Blackwell, second edition, 2002).