Operation and Management of Tourist Destinations

Author: Frank Hoey
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Publish Date: 2006-04-01
Features: This book aims to serve as a guide for understanding tourist destinations and their characteristics in planning, management, and development. It is primarily intended for students, but it is equally useful for others working in tourist destinations, regardless of whether they are involved in the tourism industry or related fields. Local residents of tourist destinations can also benefit from it. It is hoped that this book will help them actively participate in the sustainable development of their villages, towns, urban areas, and protected regions, while also shaping and maintaining the unique "sense of place" of their local communities. It welcomes visitors from all over the world to explore and enjoy these destinations, and also brings new vitality to them through their presence. The author's inspiration for this research came from over a decade of teaching and academic experience at the University of Queen Margaret in Edinburgh. The work draws on the materials and experiences accumulated during the author's previous work in local government departments and private consulting firms, as well as during their time as a freelance consultant. The experiences and perspectives of today's students have significantly influenced the style of the book. The author has attempted to write in an accessible manner, drawing extensively on printed and online references. The book provides numerous case studies, exercises, and self-assessment questions.