Tourism, Leisure and Recreation

Tourism, Leisure and Recreation

Author: Garrett Nagle

Publisher: Nelson Thornes

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 156

ISBN-13: 9780174447054

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Offers comprehensive and in depth coverage of the topic for AS and A Level. The book is also a useful resource for GNVQ Tourism and Leisure courses.


Water-based Tourism, Sport, Leisure, and Recreation Experiences

Water-based Tourism, Sport, Leisure, and Recreation Experiences

Author: Gayle Jennings

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 280

ISBN-13: 075066181X

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Offers a unique insight into these growing areas of the tourism industry looking at their interaction, market profiles, advantages and their effects on the environment. Gayle Jennings, Griffith University, Australia.


Research Methods for Leisure, Recreation and Tourism, 2nd Edition

Research Methods for Leisure, Recreation and Tourism, 2nd Edition

Author: Ercan Sirakaya-Turk

Publisher: CABI

Published: 2017-04-13

Total Pages: 409

ISBN-13: 1786390485

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Describing the fundamental elements of research methods for leisure, recreation and tourism, this new edition of a popular textbook is updated throughout. It covers the measurement of variables, sampling, questionnaire design and evaluation methods, and also a wider discussion of writing proposals, communicating research findings, cross-cultural research, and the use of new technologies in conducting research. Written by internationally renowned researchers in an accessible style, this book introduces both undergraduate and graduate students to the vital skills they will need to succeed in the leisure, recreation, tourism and hospitality industries.


Leisure and Recreation Management

Leisure and Recreation Management

Author: George Torkildsen

Publisher: Psychology Press

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 600

ISBN-13: 9780415309950

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'Leisure and Recreation Management' is essential reading for anyone interested in exploring both the theory and the practicalities of managing leisure and recreational facilities.


Community Leisure and Recreation Planning

Community Leisure and Recreation Planning

Author: Ken Marriott

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2020-11-01

Total Pages: 357

ISBN-13: 1000198480

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Community Leisure and Recreation Planning offers an up-to-date, evidence-based approach to planning community leisure and recreation facilities, programs and services. It introduces readers to key theory and best practice in the planning of effective leisure and recreation projects. The book defines planning, leisure, recreation and other key concepts and explains why a thorough planning process is essential to achieving effective outcomes. It presents a comprehensive, integrative four phase model for undertaking leisure and recreation planning, including: pre-planning, planning research, preparing a plan, and implementing, monitoring and evaluating the outputs and outcomes of a plan. It provides a conceptual rationale for each component of the planning process, a detailed explanation of the tools and techniques that can be used, and extensive examples and international case study materials to demonstrate their use. The principles and techniques explained in the book are applicable at a range of community levels from small individual sites to regions, states and even countries. This is an essential course text for all leisure and recreation courses, and invaluable reading for academics, practitioners, stakeholders and students working in leisure and recreation planning, events, culture and sport.


Trends in Outdoor Recreation, Leisure, and Tourism

Trends in Outdoor Recreation, Leisure, and Tourism

Author: William C. Gartner

Publisher: CABI

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 484

ISBN-13: 9780851997131

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This book focuses on the issues and trends in outdoor, 'nature-based' recreation, leisure and tourism and explores the implications for public policy, planning, management and marketing. It is intended as supplementary reading for advanced students and is a useful reference tool.


Introduction to Recreation and Leisure, 3E

Introduction to Recreation and Leisure, 3E

Author: Tapps, Tyler

Publisher: Human Kinetics

Published: 2019

Total Pages: 496

ISBN-13: 1492543128

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Introduction to Recreation and Leisure, Third Edition, presents perspectives from 52 leading experts from around the world. It delves into foundational concepts, delivery systems, and programming services; offers an array of ancillaries; and helps students make informed career choices.


The Tourism and Leisure Experience

The Tourism and Leisure Experience

Author: Michael Morgan

Publisher: Channel View Publications

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13: 184541148X

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People do not buy products or even services; they purchase the total experience that the product or service provides. This book brings together established and emerging international scholars to provide systematic reviews and illustrative cases drawn from tourism, leisure, hospitality, sport and event contexts. The book provides a useful framework for focusing the goals and associated methodologies of future research efforts and for implementing the results of these efforts.


Kraus' Recreation and Leisure in Modern Society

Kraus' Recreation and Leisure in Modern Society

Author: Daniel McLean

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers

Published: 2014-02-18

Total Pages: 356

ISBN-13: 1449689574

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With a new full-color design with perforated worksheets, the Tenth Edition of Kraus' Recreation and Leisure in Modern Society provides a detailed introduction to the history, developments, and current trends in leisure studies. It addresses contemporary issues facing the recreation and leisure profession and focuses on challenges and opportunities that impact the profession now as well as years from now. Extensive research into emerging trends helps support the text and provide insights into the future. Focusing on the ten different types of organizations --ranging from nonprofit community organizations and armed forces recreation to sports management and travel and tourism sponsors -- this classic text text is an invaluable resource for students considering a career in the recreation and leisure industry. New to the Tenth Edition: - Discusses how specific trends, such as dramatic shifts in population make-up, the impact of technology, and marketing affect leisure-service systems and the recreation and park professions. - Focus on the role of parks and recreation on the health and wellness of our communities as well as means to combat the obesity epidemic in North America. - Includes new case studies which allow students to apply knowledge of technology in leisure, identify the value and benefits of play, and recognize the changing family structures of our modern society.


Island Tourism

Island Tourism

Author: Douglas Lockhart

Publisher: Burns & Oates

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 384

ISBN-13:

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Looks at island tourism in a broad thematic sense and in different regional settings. The opening chapters highlight key issues in the context of both island literature and that of tourism, and deal with the attributes of islands that fascinate tourists. The regional contributions examine the key issues in specific island settings--from mass market destinations to places where there is currently relatively little tourism. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR