Career development in the tourism and hospitality industry has attracted greater attention, leading to a higher recognition of the relevance of formal and industry-specific education and training. New career opportunities emerge as new challenges arise, urging for ongoing and renewed debates surrounding higher-level skills and the development and optimization of human capital. Building bridges between higher education institutions, the industry, and other relevant stakeholders - primarily ...

This volume contains the papers presented at the 6th Culinary and Wine Tourism Conference. The conference took place in May 2024 in Krems an der Donau, Austria. Contributions from XY different countries on the following topics were included in this book: (exemplary) o Authenticity & tourism experiences; preservation of gastronomic heritage; branding/marketing strategies for destinations o Festivals/events as a driver of tourism development o Sustainable practices in food production and con...

Tourism services all over the world currently face rapid changes due to market globalization, intensified competition and the dynamic evolution of new technologies. Moreover, it is expected that tourism will be one of the industries that will be most affected by the current recession. The long-term success of tourism services in such a fierce competitive and financially difficult environment depends not only on being able to satisfy customers' needs and desires, but to strategically respon...

This book features the second volume of the proceedings of the 12th International Conference of the International Association of Cultural and Digital Tourism (IACuDiT) with the theme "Management, Culture and Arts Synergies for Future Innovative Tourism Development," which took place in Corfu, Greece, from September 2–4, 2025.Volume 2 explores the growing influence of advanced technologies and digital communication on tourism through two interconnected thematic areas:III. Arti...

This book contains an Open Access chapter.Discover the transformative power of ‘coopetition’ in the dynamic world of tourism and hospitality organisations, where inclusive development takes centre stage. The traditional model of competing alone is losing ground, making way for a new era of collaboration and partnership-driven competition. It is within this context that participating in a network becomes vital for organisations seeking a competitive advantage.

This book analyzes the importance of innovation as the key driver of sustained success in the tourism industry and the knowledge sharing process. It explores its impact on innovation capability and innovation performance of organizations.With 12 chapters written by 22 contributors, the book offers international reflections. The first part of the book focuses on innovation management strategies and analyzes the importance of innovation as the key driver of sustained success in the t...

The tourism industry is a multi-billion dollar enterprise, with more people from all cultures and nationalities choosing to spend their leisure time traveling and visiting new locations. To exploit this burgeoning market, tourism agencies must carefully consider the desires and goals of travelers from around the world. The Handbook of Research on Global Hospitality and Tourism Management contributes to the body of knowledge on travel and tourism by presenting a global view of the hospitali...

This handbook analyzes the main issues in the field of hospitality marketing by focusing on past, present and future challenges and trends from a multidisciplinary global perspective. The book uniquely combines both theoretical and practical approaches in debating some of the most important marketing issues faced by the hospitality industry.Parts I and II define and examine the main hospitality marketing concepts and methodologies. Part III offers a comprehensive review of the deve...

Enabling the City is a collaborative book that focuses on how interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary processes of knowledge production may contribute to urban transformation at a local level in the 21st century, striking a balance between enthusiastic support for such transformational potential and a cautious note regarding the persistent challenges to the ethos as well as the practice of inter and transdisciplinarity.The rich stories reflect different research and local ...

Modern corporations face a variety of challenges and opportunities in the field of sustainable development. Properly managing assets and maintaining effective relationships with customers are crucial considerations in successful businesses. Innovations in Services Marketing and Management: Strategies for Emerging Economies presents insights into marketing strategies and tactical perspectives in both large and small enterprises. The chapters in this book explore case studies, contemporary r...

This four-volume bookexamines, through multiple and cross-discipline perspectives, the science and practice of not-for-profit organisations. These organisations have drawn considerable attention and witnessed extensive growth as they engage in delivering public services to society. And are increasingly pressured to balance business with social goals, inherent idiosyncratic features with management creativity, structural limitations with operational flexibility, and ethical...

Design and research are two fields of knowledge that each has its traditions, methods, standards and practices. These two worlds appear to be quite separate, with researchers investigating what exists, and designers visualising what could be. This book builds a bridge between both worlds by showing how design and research can be integrated to develop a new field of knowledge.Applied Design Research: A Mosaic of 22 Examples, Experiences and Interpretations Focussing on Bridg...