Introduction to hospitality / John R. Walker.

ISBN:

9780135209813

Title:

Author:

Walker, John R., 1944-, author.

Personal Author:

Walker, John R., 1944-, author.

Edition:

Eighth edition.

Physical Description:

xxvii, 403 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.

Contents:

Introducing hospitality -- The hotel business -- Rooms division -- Food and beverage -- Beverages -- The restaurant business -- Restaurant management -- Managed services -- Tourism -- Recreation, attractions, and clubs -- Gaming entertainment -- Meetings, conventions, and expositions -- Special events -- Leadership and management.

Subject Term:

Hospitality industry -- Management.

Format:

Books

Publication Date:

2020

Publication Information:

Hoboken :

Pearson,

[2020]

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Summary

For introductory courses in hospitality.

An engaging introduction to hospitality, for tomorrow's managers
Introduction to Hospitality is a lively, comprehensive survey of the world's largest industry -- hospitality. Students explore the vibrant inner workings of each hospitality segment, including hospitality and lodging; beverages, restaurants, and managed services; tourism, recreation, attractions, clubs, and gaming; assemblies, events, and attractions; and managerial areas of the hospitality industry. The 8th edition highlights a range of issues shaping the future of each segment of the hospitality industry.

Introduction to Hospitality , 8th Edition , will also be available in spring 2020 via Revel(tm) , an interactive learning environment that enables students to read, practice, and study in one continuous experience. Use ISBN 9780135214367 to purchase the Revel access card.

Author Notes

John Walker holds a Ph.D. in solid state physics from the University of Reading.

Mr. Walker is a technical manager for Racal Telecommunications Ltd. in Reading, United Kingdom.

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