Tourism and the Night: Rethinking Nocturnal Destinations

Municipal authorities have promoted cities as places with desirable night-time activities,such as light festivals,museum lates,nightclubbing,and night markets. This anthology explores the relationship between tourism and the night,challenges facing late-night workers,the relationship between tourists and residents,and the effects of local policies on the expansion of late-night entertainment. It also examines the significance of night-time events,such as light art festivals and established religious rituals,and the implications for our understanding and experiences of the urban night.

Format: Hardback
Length: 126 pages
Publication date: 19 May 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Over the past few decades, municipal authorities have been actively promoting their cities as vibrant destinations for nighttime activities. Light festivals, museum lates, nightclubbing, and night markets have emerged as key components, extending the typical tourist experience into the night and playing a significant role in shaping the branding of various cities. This anthology brings together a collection of research that explores the intricate relationship between tourism and the night, offering valuable insights into nocturnal city destinations.

Tourism and the Night: Rethinking Nocturnal Destinations encompasses a diverse range of tourist activities that take place after dark and a variety of European cities. The first part of the book delves into the challenges faced by late-night workers, the dynamics between tourists and residents, and the impact of local policies on the expansion of late-night entertainment. The latter part focuses on the growing significance of night-time events, examining the rising popularity of light art festivals and established religious rituals. Ultimately, this groundbreaking collection of papers examines how the night has become an integral setting for city tourism, prompting a need to reevaluate the management of urban districts and destinations.

The chapters in this book were originally published as a special issue in the Journal of Policy Research in Tourism, Leisure, and Events, highlighting the importance of this topic in the field of tourism and leisure studies. By examining the relationship between tourism and the night, this anthology contributes to a better understanding of nocturnal city destinations, their attractions, and the experiences they offer to visitors. It sheds light on the complexities and opportunities that arise from the proliferation of nighttime activities, raising important questions about the management, sustainability, and cultural significance of urban nightlife.

In conclusion, Tourism and the Night: Rethinking Nocturnal Destinations is a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, policymakers, and practitioners interested in exploring the dynamics of city tourism and the role of the night in shaping urban experiences. It provides a comprehensive examination of various tourist activities, challenges, and opportunities that arise in nocturnal city destinations, contributing to our understanding of the evolving nature of urban tourism and its impact on cities and their residents.

Weight: 370g
Dimension: 183 x 255 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367695132