Resort Destinations

Resort Destinations presents a thorough overview of the key components, functions and actions that shape the physical appearance, operations, market appeal and ultimate success of a tourist destination. The book tests of a range of models through case studies to deepen the readers understanding of resort destinations and to compare the strength and weaknesses and applicability of various models. It also discusses threats to resort destinations, examining new evaluation methods and planning tools, including Visioning, future simulators and scenarios.