International Case Studies in Tourism Planning

This international case study book provides 42 expertly curated case studies on tourism planning, each with detailed implementation instructions for the instructor to maximise student participation and learning.

The dynamic characteristic of the tourism industry under the influence of micro and macro environment factors requires future professionals to be equipped with appropriate skills and competencies to deal with change and development in real-life practices. Curated and developed by industry experts and practitioners, these case studies embody real-world scenarios with the aim of best preparing students for their future careers. This compelling set of case studies explores the dynamics of tourism planning in global context, challenges and issues such as risk management, overtourism, inclusivity and responsible policies, emerging destinations and elicits the implications of tourism planning in different contexts and within a transdisciplinary perspective. All cases illustrate tourism planning growth and development, under a sustainable perspective.

With reflective questions throughout to aid both in-class discussion and self-study, this book is an ideal study resource for use in higher and vocational education, and its unique, teaching-led approach positions it as a vital study tool for instructors and students alike.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 104114220X
• ISBN13: 9781041142201
• Release Date: September 2026
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 324 Pages