Tourism Management

Tourism Management by Stephen J. Page is a definitive introduction to the fundamentals of tourism for students pursuing degrees, diplomas, or individual modules in the field. Crafted in an engaging style that welcomes newcomers, this text gradually builds your expertise through a comprehensive global review of tourism management principles. Now in its fifth edition, this paperback work offers an updated exploration of modern challenges and opportunities within the fast-growing tourism sector. New content sheds light on sports, festivals, and event tourism, alongside the impacts of social media and economic shifts. Emerging aspects such as slow travel, dark tourism, volunteer tourism, and medical tourism receive thoughtful attention. The book’s content is enriched with diagrams, color images, and concise case studies that bring contemporary themes to life. Additionally, revised sections provide international perspectives - from updated case studies on BRIC markets to new insights from the Middle East and Asia - and a broader look at transport issues with contributions from China and South America. With its enhanced focus on tourism and sustainable development, Tourism Management offers essential context for understanding the evolving relationship between tourism, climate change, and future growth.