Essentials of Tourism 5/e

Professor Chris Cooper was Professor in the Carnegie School of Sport, Leeds Beckett University in the UK. He had a PhD in Geography from University College London. Chris worked as a researcher and teacher in every region of the world and had extensive publishing experience. He gained experience in tour operation before returning to academic life. Chris worked with international agencies including the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). He held the Chair of the UNWTO's Education Council from 2005 to 2007 and was awarded the United Nations Ulysses Medal for contributions to tourism education and policy in 2009. Professor Lisa Ruhanen is Professor in Tourism and Deputy Head of the UQ Business School, The University of Queensland, Australia.

Part 1: Tourism Essentials: An Introduction Chapter 1: Tourism Essentials Part 2: Destination Essentials Chapter 2: The Destination Chapter 3: The Economic Consequences of Tourism Chapter 4: The Environmental Consequences of Tourism Chapter 5: The Social and Cultural Consequences of Tourism Chapter 6: Sustainable Tourism Part 3: Tourism Sector Essentials Chapter 7: Visitor Attractions and Events Chapter 8: Hospitality Chapter 9: Intermediaries Chapter 10: Transport Chapter 11: Government and Tourism Part 4: Tourism Demand and Marketing Essentials Chapter 12: Demand Chapter 13: Tourism Marketing Part 5: Tourism Futures: The Essentials Chapter 14: Tourism Futures