Tourism, travel and hospitality law / Trevor C. Atherton, Trudie A. Atherton.

ISBN:

9780455228372

Title:

Author:

Atherton, Trevor C.

Personal Author:

Atherton, Trevor C.

Edition:

2nd ed.

Publication Information:

Sydney : Lawbook Co., 2011.

Physical Description:

xl, 559 p. ; 25 cm.

General Note:

Previous ed.: North Ryde, N.S.W.: LBC Information Services, 1998.

Contents:

1. Introduction -- 2. Common law -- 3. Statute -- 4. Contract -- 5. Torts -- 6. Criminal law -- 7. Insurance -- 8. Employment -- 9. Consumer protection -- 10. Dispute resolution -- 11. Travel agency and distribution -- 12. Passenger transport -- 13. Traveller accommodation -- 14. Food and beverage --15. Activities and attractions.

Subject Term:

Hospitality industry -- Law and legislation -- Australia.

Tourism -- Law and legislation -- Australia.

Travel agents -- Legal status, laws, etc -- Australia.

Added Author:

Atherton, Trudie-Ann, 1953-

Format:

Books

Publication Date:

2011

Publication Information:

Sydney : Lawbook Co., 2011.

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Summary

Tourism, Travel and Hospitality Law, 2nd Edition provides a comprehensive coverage of relevant law from a practical, industry perspective. The principles are traced from their historical background through to current policy issues and international conventions. Key cases are discussed and the relevant legislation for each Australian Sate and Territory is analysed. Comparative tables are included for quick reference. Exercises are included in each chapter for practice in identifying and applying the principles covered. Further research is encouraged by comprehensive footnotes and references. This long anticipated second edition is the essential reference for all those studying and working in the tourism and hospitality industry.