Tourism, Sanctions and Boycotts

This book provides a comprehensive account of sanctions and boycotts in tourism and the economic and ethical complexities that policy makers, tourists, tourism destinations, and businesses face. It explores the use of sanctions and embargoes as coercive instruments of diplomacy and foreign policy, as well as the growing feature of political consumerism and interest group activism. It highlights the potential impacts of sanctions and boycotts on tourism and hospitality destinations, attractions, and businesses, including restrictions on international travel, disruption of financial investment and supply chains, and economic and personal hardship.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 180 pages
Publication date: 13 June 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This groundbreaking book is the first to provide a comprehensive and in-depth exploration of sanctions and boycotts in the realm of tourism, delving into the intricate economic and ethical complexities that policy makers, tourists, tourism destinations, and businesses encounter. Sanctions and embargoes have become increasingly influential tools in the hands of the United Nations, supranational organizations, the US, and other nations as they seek to exert influence and shape the actions and behaviors of countries, organizations, businesses, and individuals. On the other hand, boycotts and buycotts have emerged as powerful expressions of political consumerism and interest group activism, exerting a significant impact on the tourism and hospitality industry.

The consequences of sanctions and boycotts are far-reaching and can have profound implications for tourism and hospitality destinations, attractions, and businesses. International travel to certain destinations may be severely restricted, leading to a loss of revenue and economic opportunities. Financial investment and supply chains can be disrupted, causing operational challenges and financial losses. In the most comprehensive cases of sanctions and boycotts, individuals and communities may face substantial economic and personal hardship, affecting their livelihoods and well-being.

Understanding the dynamics of sanctions and boycotts is crucial for policy makers, destination management and marketing organizations, students of crisis and politics in tourism and hospitality, and anyone interested in addressing the interrelationships between sanctions, tourism destinations, attractions, and tourists who boycott them. This book offers a valuable insights into the complex web of factors that contribute to the emergence and impact of sanctions and boycotts, providing a comprehensive framework for analyzing and responding to these challenges.

In conclusion, sanctions and boycotts play a significant role in the global tourism system and the emerging ethics of tourism. They are used as coercive instruments of diplomacy and foreign policy by nations to influence the actions and behaviors of countries, organizations, businesses, and individuals. At the same time, boycotts and buycotts are growing expressions of political consumerism and interest group activism, exerting a profound impact on the tourism and hospitality industry. This book provides a comprehensive account of sanctions and boycotts in tourism, exploring the economic and ethical complexities that policy makers, tourists, tourism destinations, and businesses face. By understanding the dynamics of these phenomena, we can better prepare for and respond to the challenges they present, ensuring that the tourism and hospitality industry continues to thrive in a complex and ever-changing global landscape.

Weight: 330g
Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032337715