Description
Product ID: | 9781845418540 |
Product Form: | Paperback / softback |
Country of Manufacture: | GB |
Series: | Aspects of Tourism |
Title: | Tourism as a Pathway to Hope and Happiness |
Authors: | Author: David A. Fennell, Tej Vir Singh, Richard Butler |
Page Count: | 264 |
Subjects: | Philosophy, Philosophy, Psychological theory, systems, schools and viewpoints, Hospitality, sports, leisure and tourism industries, Hospitality and service industries, Psychological theory & schools of thought, Tourism industry, Hospitality industry |
Description: | Select Guide Rating This book explores the view that tourism can be a pathway to hope and happiness. It examines the role of tourism in preserving natural and architectural wonders, bringing out the best in tourists and locals and adding economic value if managed sustainably. It is a useful resource for students and researchers in tourism, psychology and philosophy. Tourism is often viewed as a phenomenon that brings out the worst in human nature. Self-interest, overuse of resources, injustice and cultural erosion are but a few examples. This book explores the contrasting view that tourism can be a pathway to hope and happiness. The chapters address areas including wellbeing, positive psychology, hopeful tourism, mindfulness, peace, responsible tourism and spirituality. The volume examines the role of tourism in preserving natural wonders and architectural masterpieces, bringing out the best in tourists and locals and adding economic value if planned, developed and managed sustainably. It will be a useful resource for students and researchers in tourism, psychology and philosophy. |
Imprint Name: | Channel View Publications |
Publisher Name: | Channel View Publications Ltd |
Country of Publication: | GB |
Publishing Date: | 2022-12-05 |