Sport and adventure tourism / Simon Hudson, editor.

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9780789012753

9780789015280

9780789012760

Title:

Sport and adventure tourism / Simon Hudson, editor.

Author:

Hudson, Simon.

Publication Information:

New York : Haworth Hospitality Press, 2003.

Physical Description:

xxi, 324 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.

Contents:

Foreword / Don Schumacher -- Ch. 1. An Introduction to Sport and Adventure Tourism / Lisa Delpy Neirotti -- Ch. 2. Historical Perspectives of Sport Tourism / John Zauhar -- Ch. 3. Sport Event Tourism: Planning, Development, and Marketing / Donald Getz -- Ch. 4. Winter Sport Tourism / Simon Hudson -- Ch. 5. Marine Tourism / Gayle Jennings -- Ch. 6. Golf Tourism / Mark Readman -- Ch. 7. Adventure Tourism / Paul Beedie -- Ch. 8. The Business of Adventure Tourism / Ross Cloutier -- Ch. 9. Spa and Health Tourism / Michael Hall -- Ch. 10. Virtual Sport Tourism / Joseph Kurtzman and John Zauhar.

Subject Term:

Sports and tourism.

Added Author:

Hudson, Simon.

Format:

Books

Publication Date:

2003

Publication Information:

New York : Haworth Hospitality Press, 2003.

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Discover the secrets to success in sport-related tourism and adventure travel!

This essential handbook of sport-related travel provides an in-depth look at an international industry growing by leaps and bounds. Sport and Adventure Tourism serves as a unique reference resource for sports and tourism professionals, educators and students, presenting an invaluable overview of a niche market that's rapidly outgrowing its niche. Covering every aspect of sport tourism from historical, economic, and sport-specific starting points, the book features thoughtful and incisive commentary from the foremost experts in the field.

Presented in a concise, easy-to-read format, Sport and Adventure Tourism provides an unrivaled orientation to all facets of sport-related tourism and leisure management. Sports travel (both participatory and spectatorial) and adventure tourism are examined in terms of size and growth of the market, marketing and management strategies, and future prospects. The book includes international, up-to-date case studies, links to relevant Websites and an extensive roster of references.

Sport and Adventure Tourism examines all aspects of sport-related tourism, including: planning, developing, and marketing an event skiing and snowboarding boating, sailing, and fishing the "phenomenon" of golf tourism mountain-based adventure tourism the growing spa industry virtual sports tourism-an alternative to travel This one-of-a-kind primer presents an informative study of sports, leisure, and adventure travel, covering everything from golf tourism to heli-skiing to sports event and spa tourism. A handbook for professionals, a textbook for academics, and a highly readable introduction for anyone interested in sport-related travel, Sport and Adventure Tourism is an essential guide for anyone who takes a not-so-leisurely approach to leisure time.

Author Notes

Simon Hudson, PhD, MBA, BA, DipM, is Associate Professor in the Tourism Management Group at the University of Calgary, Alberta

Don SchumacherLisa Delpy NeirottiJohn ZauharDonald GetzSimon HudsonGayle JenningsMark ReadmanPaul BeedieRoss CloutierMichael HallJoseph Kurtzman and John Zauhar

About the Editor	p. ix
Contributors	p. xi
Foreword	p. xv
Preface	p. xvii
Acknowledgments	p. xxi
Chapter 1. An Introduction to Sport and Adventure Tourism	p. 1
Defining Sport Tourism	p. 2
Sport Tourism: The Supply Side	p. 3
A Profile of the Sport Tourism Industry	p. 13
Adventure Tourism	p. 14
The Future of Sport Tourism	p. 17
Summary	p. 21
Chapter 2. Historical Perspectives of Sport Tourism	p. 27
Introduction	p. 27
Greece: The Foundation	p. 27
The Persian Empire: The Soil and the Soul	p. 29
The Etruscans: Causal Influence	p. 30
Rome: The Aristocratic Expression	p. 30
Byzantium: A Glittering Civilization	p. 32
The Crusades: Picturesque and Eventful	p. 32
The Islamic Scene: Resources of the Earth	p. 33
Europe: The Recovery	p. 34
The Renaissance Period	p. 35
The English Enchantment: Knowledge to Reason	p. 36
The Eighteenth Century: Dominated by War	p. 37
The Nineteenth Century: The Stepping-Stones	p. 39
Mega Interests of the Twentieth Century	p. 44
Conclusion	p. 48
Chapter 3. Sport Event Tourism: Planning, Development, and Marketing	p. 49
Introduction	p. 49
What Is Sport Event Tourism?	p. 50
The Sport Event Tourist	p. 55
Forces and Trends Shaping Sport Event Tourism	p. 60
Planning, Developing, and Marketing Sport Event Tourism	p. 64
Case Study: Seminole County, Florida, Convention and Visitors Bureau	p. 78
Conclusion	p. 84
Useful Web Sites	p. 85
Chapter 4. Winter Sport Tourism	p. 89
Evolution of the Market	p. 89
Market Size	p. 92
Destinations	p. 95
Ski Field Location and Development	p. 98
The Consumer	p. 100
Future Prospects	p. 102
Case Study: Whistler Resort in Canada	p. 111
Appendix A Hotel Markets Area of Origin	p. 118
Appendix B Demographic Profiles of Whistler's Seasonal Visitors	p. 119
Relevant Web Sites	p. 120
Chapter 5. Marine Tourism	p. 125
Introduction	p. 125
Types of Marine Tourism	p. 127
Marketing Issues	p. 145
Management Issues	p. 147
Future Prospects	p. 150
Summary	p. 151
Case Study: Shoalwater Bay in the Great Barrier Reef, Australia	p. 152
Relevant Web Sites	p. 157
Chapter 6. Golf Tourism	p. 165
Introduction	p. 165
Golf History and Development of Golf Tourism	p. 166
The Development and Use of Golf As a Destination Marketing Tool	p. 171
Reasons for the Development of the Golf Tourism Product	p. 172
The Golf Market Product	p. 176
The World Golf Tourism Market	p. 180
Golf Tourism Effects	p. 187
Case Studies	p. 193
Conclusion	p. 198
Relevant Web Sites	p. 199
Chapter 7. Adventure Tourism	p. 203
Introduction	p. 203
The Commodification of Adventure	p. 206
What Is Adventure Tourism?	p. 208
Mountains and Commodification	p. 210
Theoretical Connections	p. 212
Case Study 1 Trekking in Nepal	p. 215
Influences upon British Adventure Tourism	p. 220
The Role of the Guide	p. 221
The Control of Information	p. 225
The Importance of Technological Developments	p. 227
Case Study 2 The Foundry Climbing Centre	p. 230
Conclusion: The Future	p. 234
Relevant Web Sites	p. 236
Chapter 8. The Business of Adventure Tourism	p. 241
Introduction	p. 241
The Evolution from Lifestyle to Business	p. 241
The Business Mosaic	p. 242
Adventure Business Administration	p. 244
Adventure Business Management	p. 248
Adventure Business Finance	p. 250
Risk Management	p. 255
Summary	p. 259
Case Study: Canadian Mountain Holidays (CMH)	p. 260
Relevant Web Sites	p. 271
Chapter 9. Spa and Health Tourism	p. 273
Introduction	p. 273
Defining Health and Spa Tourism	p. 274
Historical Dimensions of Health and Spa Tourism	p. 277
Supply of Health and Spa Tourism	p. 278
Demand for Health and Spa Tourism	p. 283
Conclusion	p. 287
Chapter 10. Virtual Sport Tourism	p. 293
Overview	p. 293
Technological Advancements	p. 295
Virtual Reality Participatory Modes	p. 297
Futures	p. 302
Index	p. 311

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