Introduction to tourism : a comprehensive guide to the travel and tourism industry /
Carlos M. Libosada Jr. and Carmela A. Bosangit
- Pasig City, Philippines : Anvil Publications, c2007
- viii, 175 pages ; 23 cm.
Includes bibliographical references.
What is tourism? -- What are the types of tourism? -- How can we understand the tourists? -- What is the history of travel and tourism? -- What are the components of tourism? -- What are the sectors of tourism? -- What are tourism organizations? -- What are the benefits of tourism? -- How do individuals and organization benefit from tourism? -- What is the process of developing a tourist product? -- What are the possible problems brought about by tourism? -- How can you sustain tourism?
This material seeks to orient tourism and hospitality students and practitioners on the nature of tourism and how it continues to be a major part of the economic, environmental, and social development of many nations.