Tourism Geography
Tourism Geography by Stephen Williams, published by Psychology Press in 1998, offers a concise introduction to the geographies of tourism, spanning 212 pages in English. This book examines the economic, environmental, and sociological impacts of tourism on various destinations worldwide, providing a framework for understanding both established and emerging trends in the field.
Readers will find a thorough exploration of tourism’s influence on different regions, supported by fifteen boxed case studies that include topics such as heritage tourism in Yorkshire and the development of beach resorts in Thailand. The text also considers future planning for tourism, emphasizing sustainable practices and the evolving patterns of both domestic and international travel. With its focus on the intersection of geography and tourism, this edition serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the complexities of the industry.
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This text provides a concise introduction to new and established geographies of tourism. Using worldwide examples it examines the differing economic, environmental and sociological impacts that tourism has on destinations. It looks to the future by considering how planning for tourism can assist in furthering development and sustainable tourism.
The fifteen boxed case studies include:
* Heritage tourism in Yorkshire, UK
* 18th and 19th Century development of Brighton, UK
* Theme parks in Japan
* Development of beach resorts in Thailand
* Tourism enclaves in the Dominican Republic
* Sustainable tourism in Australia and the USA
* The impact of tourism on wildlife – the loggerhead turtle
* Water quality and tourism – Rimini, Italy
* Tourism and economic Development in Tunisia and The Gambia.
It also explores the factors that have encouraged the growth of both domestic and international tourism and highlights ways in which patterns of tourism are evolving.
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