Introduction to Tourism Studies

Author: Su Qin, Editor-in-Chief, Lu Yuqi, et al.
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Publish Date: 2006-11-01
Features: This book traces the emergence and development of tourism as a socio-cultural phenomenon, analyzing the composition and characteristics of tourism activities. Starting from the relationships among the subjects, objects, and media of tourism—tourists, tourism resources, and the tourism industry—this book explores the fundamental laws of tourism. It begins with the superficial phenomenon of tourism—its economic impact—to delve into the intrinsic meaning of tourism, namely its social, cultural, and environmental effects. The book systematically elaborates on basic tourism theories and fundamental knowledge. It extensively incorporates the achievements of domestic and international tourism research, reflecting the new developments in tourism studies: new trends, new theories, new methods, and new data. The book emphasizes integration with China's tourism practices, making it highly theoretical yet strongly practical. It can serve as a textbook for tourism majors in higher education institutions, as well as for adult training in the tourism industry and other educational institutions offering tourism programs. Additionally, it is a valuable reference for decision-makers and researchers in tourism development planning, tourism industry management, and tourism enterprise management.