Tourism and the Lodging Sector

Tourism and the Lodging Sector is a pioneering book, the first text of its kind to examine the lodging sector from a tourism perspective. The book highlights the importance of the lodging sector in tourism as a major income generator and essential part of the travel experience._x000D_ The book offers an international perspective on topics such as sustainability, security, economic development, technology and globalization. The issues, concepts and management concerns facing this industry are examined, highlighting important topics such as:_x000D_ _x000D_ the place of accommodations in tourism and vice versa_x000D_ the social ecological and economic implications of lodging development_x000D_ management and restructuring issues in a globalizing industry_x000D_ sustainable tourism and the accommodation sector_x000D_ cross-sectoral linkages between lodging, food services, gaming, conferences, and other intermediaries_x000D_ the interaction between supply and demand_x000D_ safety and security in tourism and lodging._x000D_ Tourism and the Lodging Sector critically examines a wide range of lodging establishments from an industry and social science perspective, drawing parallels and distinctions between the various types of accommodation, from campgrounds for the cost-conscious or adventurous outdoor traveler, to luxury, five-star resorts, and more innovative accommodation such as tree-house hotels and ecolodges.Essential reading for students of tourism, this book is an indispensable guide, unprecedented in the field of tourism management._x000D_ Dallen J. Timothy is Professor, School of Community Resources and Development, Arizona State University, USAVictor B. Teye is Associate Professor, School of Community Resources and Development, Arizona State University, USA