Introduction to the UK Hospitality Industry: A Comparative Approach

Introduction to the UK Hospitality Industry: A Comparative Approach

Author: Bob Brotherton

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2012-09-10

Total Pages: 249

ISBN-13: 1136001778

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'An Introduction to the UK Hospitality Industry: a comparative approach' is a core text for introductory hospitality modules and courses. Unique in its structure; this text looks at key aspects and compares them with each sector of the industry to give students a broader and comprehensive view of the topic. Key aspects of the industry are discussed, including the following areas: * Management practices * Work patterns and employment practices * Industry and financial structures * IT applications * Customers and markets Written in a user friendly style, the following features have been incorporated: * Chapter objectives * Case studies * Review questions * Chapter conclusions * Further reading and bibliography. Contributors to this text are amongst the most highly acclaimed in the hospitality field and bring with them a wealth of knowledge.


International Hospitality Industry

International Hospitality Industry

Author: Bob Brotherton

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2012-06-14

Total Pages: 251

ISBN-13: 1136394095

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With contributions from leading figures in the field The International Hospitality Industry looks at both specific sectors of the industry, such as restaurants, cruises, hotels and contract foodservice. The book moves on to highlight the key issues that will be encountered within every sector of the industry - operations, IT, marketing and HR among others - thereby providing the reader with an all-encompassing and comparative overview of the field.


VFR Travel Research

VFR Travel Research

Author: Elisa Backer

Publisher: Channel View Publications

Published: 2015-06-01

Total Pages: 145

ISBN-13: 1845415205

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This is the first book to explore research on visiting friends and relatives (VFR). In many countries VFR is the largest single travel-related market and for some regional economies accounts for over half of all tourism flows. In assembling an international collection of quality VFR-related research the editors present the profiles, characteristics, opportunities and behaviours of VFR travel for the benefit of researchers, industry practitioners and educators. This holistic and international approach to understanding VFR travel provides a state of the art understanding of the context, dynamics and implications of VFR travel and will be an essential resource for postgraduate students, researchers and also practitioners.


Human Resource Management in the Hospitality Industry

Human Resource Management in the Hospitality Industry

Author: Michael John Boella

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 354

ISBN-13: 0415632536

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This text now includes updates to all statistics, information on job design and empowerment, updated coverage of trade unionism and a new chapter on business ethics. It matches new NVQ requirements and incorporates new material relevant to courses and learning needs.


Progress in Economics Research, Volume 11

Progress in Economics Research, Volume 11

Author: Albert Tavidze

Publisher: Nova Publishers

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 262

ISBN-13: 9781600217395

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This series spans the globe presenting leading research in economics. It is perhaps a sign of the times that economic weapons seem to be as powerful as or more so than tanks. International applications and examples of economic progress are invaluable in the world of the 21st century.


Tourism and the Lodging Sector

Tourism and the Lodging Sector

Author: Dallen Timothy

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2009-10-26

Total Pages: 269

ISBN-13: 1136433988

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Tourism and the Lodging Sector is a pioneering book, the first text of its kind to examine the lodging sector from a tourism perspective. The book highlights the importance of the lodging sector in tourism as a major income generator and essential part of the travel experience. The book offers an international perspective on topics such as sustainability, security, economic development, technology and globalization. The issues, concepts and management concerns facing this industry are examined, highlighting important topics such as: the place of accommodations in tourism and vice versa the social ecological and economic implications of lodging development management and restructuring issues in a globalizing industry sustainable tourism and the accommodation sector cross-sectoral linkages between lodging, food services, gaming, conferences, and other intermediaries the interaction between supply and demand safety and security in tourism and lodging. Tourism and the Lodging Sector critically examines a wide range of lodging establishments from an industry and social science perspective, drawing parallels and distinctions between the various types of accommodation, from campgrounds for the cost-conscious or adventurous outdoor traveler, to luxury, five-star resorts, and more innovative accommodation such as tree-house hotels and ecolodges. Essential reading for students of tourism, this book is an indispensable guide, unprecedented in the field of tourism management. Dallen J. Timothy is Professor, School of Community Resources and Development, Arizona State University, USA Victor B. Teye is Associate Professor, School of Community Resources and Development, Arizona State University, USA