Tourism in Asian Cities

This book explores the characteristics and complexities of Asian urban tourism, considering the extent to which Western paradigms can be transferred to Asian settings and the striking contrasts that exist within the region. It offers a range of perspectives from international and interdisciplinary experts on topics such as overtourism, urbanization, and administrative challenges, world heritage, smart cities, and the use of technologies like VR in urban tourism experience creation. It is a vital resource for students, researchers, and professionals in tourism, city tourism, Asian studies, development studies, cultural studies, and sustainability.

Format: Hardback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 18 December 2020
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive and timely book delves into the intricate dynamics of Asian urban tourism,examining the extent to which Western paradigms can be applied in Asian contexts and the remarkable contrasts that exist within the region. In the backdrop of rapid urbanization sweeping across Asian cities, this book emerges as a crucial resource, shedding light on the potential challenges and opportunities that arise when a destination becomes a sought-after tourism hotspot. The book is structured into three distinct parts, each offering a diverse range of perspectives from international and interdisciplinary experts in the field. The first part, "Introducing Asian Urban Tourism and Urbanization," provides an overview of the emerging trends and issues associated with Asian urban tourism, including the impact of globalization, urbanization, and administrative challenges on the development of tourism in these cities. The second part, "The Management and Marketing of Asian Cities," explores the strategies employed by cities to attract and retain tourists, as well as the challenges they face in managing the influx of visitors. Chapters in this section examine a wide range of destinations, such as Hong Kong, Macau, Cambodia, Phuket, Kolkata, Busan, Delhi, and Sri Lanka, providing in-depth insights into their unique characteristics and tourism offerings. The third part, "Emerging Trends and Issues Associated with Asian Urban Tourism," delves into emerging themes and concerns that are shaping the future of urban tourism in Asia. Topics covered include overtourism, the preservation of cultural heritage, the development of smart cities, and the use of technology, such as virtual reality, to enhance the tourism experience. This book will serve as a valuable resource for upper-level students, researchers, and academics in the fields of tourism, city tourism, Asian studies, development studies, cultural studies, and sustainability. It will also be of interest to professionals in the tourism management industry, who seek to stay abreast of the latest developments and trends in this rapidly evolving sector.

Weight: 706g
Dimension: 158 x 242 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367210021