Emerging Transformations in Tourism and Hospitality

The book discusses the effects of emerging trends and shifting dynamics on the tourism and hospitality industry at local, regional, national, and international levels, offering a multi-disciplinary and inter-disciplinary approach. It examines emerging topics such as technology, disruptive economies, and the Covid-19 pandemic, and advances the knowledge surrounding emergent controversies. It will be of great value to destination planners, policymakers, industry practitioners, educators, and upper-level students of tourism and hospitality.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 242 pages
Publication date: 29 January 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive and timely book delves into the profound impact of emerging trends and shifting dynamics on the tourism and hospitality industry at local, regional, national, and international levels, employing a holistic approach. By adopting a multi-disciplinary and inter-disciplinary approach, the book explores a range of emerging topics, including technology and disruptive economies, as well as the unprecedented challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, which have the potential to shape the industry's future in both positive and negative ways. Through its in-depth examination, the book seeks to advance knowledge surrounding emergent controversies in the field, such as the growth of alternative business models like the sharing economy, the implications of travel in the context of climate change, and the ethical considerations surrounding the increasing adoption of artificial intelligence (AI), data, and algorithms.

This book serves as a valuable platform for critical discourse, offering theoretical and practical insights that will be of immense value to destination planners, policymakers, industry practitioners, educators, and upper-level students of tourism and hospitality. By shedding light on the transformative forces shaping the industry, it empowers readers to navigate the complexities of the modern landscape and make informed decisions that contribute to the sustainable growth and development of this vital sector.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367616687