Walker, John R., 1944-

Exploring the hospitality industry / John R. Walker, Josielyn T. Walker. - 2nd ed. - New Delhi Pearson Education, c2012. - xxx, 343 p. : PB 29 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Hospitality spirit -- Tourism -- Why people travel -- Lodging -- Lodging operations -- Cruising -- Restaurants -- Restaurant operations -- Managed services -- Beverages -- Clubs -- theme parks and attractions -- Gaming entertainment -- Meetings, conventions, and expositions -- Special events.

This textbook offers broad coverage of the hospitality industry. It focuses not just on restaurants & hotels but on new growth areas such as event management, theme parks, attractions & entertainment. Each chapter features case studies, industry practitioners & corporate profiles that emphasise the real-world issues.

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Hospitality industry.

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