Introduction to Tourism

Author: (British) Holloway
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Publish Date: 2004-06-03
Features: The author of Introduction to Tourism is Christopher Holloway, a former professor at the Bristol Business School of the University of the West of England, where he taught tourism management courses. Professor Holloway has dedicated many years to practical tourism management work, including tourist shipping, tourism operations, and group travel. This book is a unique compilation of his extensive experience in tourism management and personal research, combining tourism management theory with practical operations. Introduction to Tourism is distinctive in its writing style: it intersperses nearly 130 photographs taken or referenced by the author, showcasing landscapes, famous landmarks, and transportation from around the world, along with over 70 icons of travel routes, regional theme park networks, and statistical data. It is truly a book rich in both text and visuals. Additionally, the author provides learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter, giving readers a strong sense of purpose as they read. The book consists of 17 chapters, each with its own theme but interconnected, with some content elaborated upon further in subsequent chapters.