Vietnam Tourism: Policies and Practices

Vietnam has experienced rapid growth in its tourism industry, and Vietnam Tourism: Policies and Practices provides an up-to-date analysis of tourism policy, structure, governance, and operations. It covers various forms of tourism, including marine and island, eco, heritage, dark, and community-based tourism, and offers a theoretical and practical perspective.

Format: Hardback
Length: 232 pages
Publication date: 07 March 2022
Publisher: CABI Publishing

Vietnam has witnessed a remarkable surge in its tourism industry over the past few decades, reflecting the country's transition towards an open economy and the diverse range of tourism opportunities it offers. Vietnam Tourism: Policies and Practices offers a comprehensive examination of the development of tourism in Vietnam. In Part I, the book delves into the historical background of tourism, the roles and contributions of both public and private sectors in governance and planning, and the various markets for tourism. Part II provides in-depth analysis and assessments of different types of tourism in Vietnam, including marine and island tourism, eco-tourism, heritage tourism, dark tourism, and community-based tourism. Part III focuses on current operational challenges and issues within the tourism industry, including hotel management and event organization. The book serves as a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, and industry professionals interested in modern tourism, particularly in Vietnam and Southeast Asia. By providing a comprehensive review in a single volume, outlining public and private sector involvement, examining the structure, governance, and planning of tourism in Vietnam, exploring special interest tourism, addressing current operational issues, and embracing local and global perspectives, the book offers a reliable source of reference for students, researchers, and practitioners alike. Written by scholars with extensive research experience in tourism in Vietnam, this book is a valuable addition to the literature on the subject and will be of interest to anyone seeking to understand the dynamics and complexities of the tourism industry in this region.

Weight: 744g
Dimension: 180 x 251 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789242782