- A critical overview of current research in tourism studies.
- Offers readers an opportunity to reassess key themes in tourism studies in the light of recent developments, such as terrorist attacks, SARS and the financial failure of airlines.
- Comprises 48 specially commissioned essays, written by more than 50 acknowledged experts from around the world.
- Covers cutting-edge perspectives and topics, including tourism’s role in globalization, sustainable tourism, and the state’s role in tourism development.
- Sets an agenda for future tourism research.
- Includes a wealth of bibliographic references.