Strategic Tourism Planning

By John Ericson A. Policarpio

Tourism planning involves designing strategic frameworks that align development goals with environmental, social, and economic priorities. Long-term success depends on effective coordination among stakeholders and thoughtful resource management. Strategic Tourism Planning examines the methodologies used to design and implement sustainable tourism strategies. The book discusses destination analysis, policy formulation, and impact assessment. It also explores innovation in tourism product development and crisis management. By integrating planning theory with best practices, it offers practical guidance for policymakers, consultants, and tourism managers aiming to build resilient, competitive, and inclusive tourism destinations.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1779569084
• ISBN13: 9781779569080
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Toronto Academic Press
• Length: 488 Pages