Timeshare Management: An Introduction to Vacation Ownership
Timeshare Management: An Introduction to Vacation Ownership

Author: Tammie Kaufman

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2010-08-27

Total Pages: 226

ISBN-13: 113643433X

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Vacation ownership is becoming a mainstream travel product. Continued growth based on number of units sold and an increasing number of international brands has placed this segment in a very strong position. As the market continues to grow there is an increasing demand for clear and engaging sources of information on the key issues and components of vacation ownership, from both hospitality management students and the public. This book updates hospitality students in this vacation sector, provides the key background information, explanation of the growth, the components to vacation ownership management and an overview of opportunities in vacation ownership management. Timeshare Management provides the understanding of the financing, marketing, sales, management, and human resource issues surrounding the subject - vital to any hospitality and tourism student.

Timeshare Management: An Introduction to Vacation Ownership
Timeshare Management: An Introduction to Vacation Ownership

Author: Tammie Kaufman

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2010-08-27

Total Pages: 225

ISBN-13: 1136434348

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Vacation ownership is becoming a mainstream travel product. Continued growth based on number of units sold and an increasing number of international brands has placed this segment in a very strong position. As the market continues to grow there is an increasing demand for clear and engaging sources of information on the key issues and components of vacation ownership, from both hospitality management students and the public. This book updates hospitality students in this vacation sector, provides the key background information, explanation of the growth, the components to vacation ownership management and an overview of opportunities in vacation ownership management. Timeshare Management provides the understanding of the financing, marketing, sales, management, and human resource issues surrounding the subject - vital to any hospitality and tourism student.

Hospitality Management
Hospitality Management

Author: Eli Sampson

Publisher: Scientific e-Resources

Published: 2018-10-15

Total Pages: 342

ISBN-13: 1839472812

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Hospitality management is the study of the hospitality industry. The hospitality industry is vast and very diverse. Any time people travel, stay in a hotel, eat out, go to the movies, and engage in similar activities, they are patronizing establishments in the hospitality industry. The management of such establishments is very challenging, as managers need to be flexible enough to anticipate and meet a wide variety of needs. Hotel Management, as the term suggests, is focused on managing all aspects related to the functioning of a hotel. From the time a guest arrives at a hotel to the time he checks out, the responsibility of all activities during the guest's stay in the hotel forms part of Hotel Management. Hospitality management graduates are highly employable, applying their skills to careers in events, hotel and conference management, sales and business development and forestry and fishing management. Hospitality management means 'managing' an event, or when referring to managing a hotel, it would mean managing all the different departments and members of staff so that the paying guests feel welcomed and enjoy their stay. It is important that these people know that you are warm and friendly, so that they would probably return to the venue again in the future. This book has been developed as an attempt to provide some literature on vast growing hotel industry. This text will help immensely those who are desirous of joining the industry to equip themselves with a career in front office, housekeeping, food production, food and beverage service and tourism.

Resorts
Resorts

Author: Robert Christie Mill

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 498

ISBN-13: 047174722X

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This updated second edition of ""Resorts: Management and Operation"" addresses the expansion of the resort industry and provides practical, need-to-know information on the development and management of all aspects of these properties, which include ski areas, gaming properties, cruise ships, and spas.

Tourism Management
Tourism Management

Author: Clare Inkson

Publisher: SAGE

Published: 2022-09-14

Total Pages: 587

ISBN-13: 1529786134

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This introductory text provides readers with a robust understanding of tourism and its industries, including how destinations are developed, marketed and managed, and how tourism impacts communities, environments and economies. The authors discuss the critical issues affecting 21st century tourism, such as sustainability, the climate crisis, globalisation, community, technology, the environment and the sharing economy. The text has been fully updated in light of the Covid-19 pandemic and its notable, and in some cases lasting, impacts on the tourism industry. The text features new mini-case studies (snapshots) and international case studies from countries around the globe including USA, Saudi Arabia, India, China, New Zealand, Australia, Namibia and the UK. It discusses the latest trends in transport, hospitality, attractions and the travel trade and includes examples from major tourism companies including Trip.com, TUI and Airbnb. The book is suitable for students who are starting their tourism studies as part of their college or university education. Clare Inkson is a Senior Lecturer in Tourism and Course Leader of BA Tourism with Business at the University of Westminster, London. Lynn Minnaert is the Academic Director and Clinical Associate Professor at New York University’s Jonathan M. Tisch Center for Hospitality and Tourism.

International Encyclopedia of Hospitality Management 2nd edition
International Encyclopedia of Hospitality Management 2nd edition

Author: Abraham Pizam

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2012-06-25

Total Pages: 734

ISBN-13: 1136439021

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The International Encyclopedia of Hospitality Management is the definitive reference work for any individual studying or working in the hospitality industry. There are 185 Hospitality Management degrees in the UK alone. This new edition updates and significantly revises twenty five per cent of the entries and has an additional twenty new entries. New online material makes it the most up-to-date and accessible hospitality management encyclopedia on the market. It covers all of the relevant issues in the field of hospitality management from a sectoral level (lodging, restaurants/food service, time-share, clubs and events) as well as a functional one (accounting and finance, marketing, strategic management, human resources, information technology and facilities management). Its unique, user-friendly structure enables readers to find exactly the information they require at a glance – whether they require broad detail that takes a more cross-sectional view across each subject field or more focused information that looks closely at specific topics and issues within the hospitality industry today.

International Encyclopedia of Hospitality Management
International Encyclopedia of Hospitality Management

Author: Abraham Pizam

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 709

ISBN-13: 0750659963

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The International Encyclopedia of Hospitality Management covers all of the relevant issues in the field of hospitality management from A (À la carte) to Z (Zoning codes).

Revenue Management for Hospitality and Tourism
Revenue Management for Hospitality and Tourism

Author: Alan Fyall

Publisher: Goodfellow Publishers Ltd

Published: 2013-05-31

Total Pages: 270

ISBN-13: 1908999500

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Written by leading academic and industry experts actively engaged in revenue management, research and teaching this is a new and original treatment of the whole field for students and professionals.

AN INTRODUCTION TO ROOMS DIVISION MANAGEMENT
AN INTRODUCTION TO ROOMS DIVISION MANAGEMENT

Author: A Satya Teja

Publisher: sarvad publication

Published: 2023-02-09

Total Pages: 168

ISBN-13: 9393195501

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A vital and growing sector of the economy is the hospitality or hotel business. thriving tourism industry. Depending on its functions, hotels are divided into numerous departments, with the Rooms Division Department being one of the key departments that makes the most contribution in Profitability and revenue of a hotel organisation. Rooms Division, also known as Accommodations Operations, is made up of two separate divisions that collaborate closely to prepare the product and make it accessible for purchase. On the one hand, housekeeping is in charge of maintaining the cleanliness, aesthetics, and upkeep of guest rooms and other public spaces. While the Front Office is in charge of fast and effective hotel sales. Additionally, the book includes modules on facilities management, a phrase used specifically to describe the management of locations for operational and maintenance departments. The scope of housekeeping is widened as a result, both in terms of organisations and functions. With the booming facilities management industry, India has seen an unheard-of increase in the number of hotels, shops, malls, office buildings, and residential complexes, which makes this book even more timely. This book is a suggested text for the BSC in Hotel Management, and it will be helpful in other hospitality courses as well. It is a practical book that combines theoretical and practical elements. The author have specifically taken care to keep the language simple and utilise figures and formats whenever possible because it is intended for beginners doing hosp-+itality courses.

Simplifying Timeshare 2Nd Edition
Simplifying Timeshare 2Nd Edition

Author: Karen Holden

Publisher: AuthorHouse

Published: 2014-10-03

Total Pages: 261

ISBN-13: 1496940989

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Do you own a timeshare property, but are not sure how use it to its full potential? Perhaps it is the thought of owing a timeshare that scares you? Maybe you have been asked to attend a sales presentation while on your vacation and been afraid of high pressure tactics? Well, fear no more this 2nd Edition of Simplifying Timeshare is written in a simple straight forward manner that is easy to follow and understand. For current owners - learn how to use it so that you can get the most out of your ownership or maybe just refresh your memory on those things that you may have simply forgotten. From explanations of industry terminology, all those pesky fees, to the chapter on updated exchange options and member benefits, including a newly added chapter on how to handle those email or telephone scams which have appeared in the past few years and much more. For those who are unfamiliar with timeshare and what benefits it may provide for you and your family, the book provides a quick read that contains personal antidotes as well as easy, self-awareness quizzes for you to do in order to help you decide whether timeshare is or is not right for your lifestyle. Covering everything from the history, the major players, laws, the INs and OUTs of a sales presentation process, real costs and what you should know about buying one. Has the public perception of the industry improved in this new millennium? Has social media impacted the industry? Find out the answers to these questions because as the timeshare industry continues to prove itself as a viable high end vacation alternative to those disappointing, less expensive options. Todays buyers understand the importance of their non-working time and how to help shape their vacations and lifestyle choices. The most important reason you should read the book it provides real and factual buying and user information on the timeshare/vacation ownership industry to help to eliminate the negative stigma and perception.