Segota, Tina ORCID: 0000-0001-7994-1396 (2015) Book review: Challenges in Tourism Research by Tej Vir Singh. e-Review of Tourism Research, 12 (5/6). pp. 293-294.

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Abstract

Tourism is very often viewed as either a “golden duck” or a “scapegoat”. The first expression suggests that tourism is often used for showing its economic potential when referred to as one of the largest industries in the world that brings numerous benefits to the host communities and where businesses, firms, services and workforce engage in serving tourists. It is commonly viewed as a primary source for sustainable development and well- being of communities, but also a means of personal growth for those who indulge in travelling and exploring the world outside their home environment. On the other hand, tourism it is often blamed for various negative impacts that come along with tourism development, such as environmental damage, seasonality burden, obstruction of cultural tradition and heritage, issues connected to carrying capacities etc.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	book review, challenges, tourism
Subjects:	G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GV Recreation Leisure
Faculty / School / Research Centre / Research Group:	Faculty of Business Faculty of Business > Department of Marketing, Events & Tourism
Last Modified:	12 Feb 2018 11:14
URI:	http://gala.gre.ac.uk/id/eprint/19149

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