Tourism is a key export for many developing countries, and this industry can play a significant role in promoting balanced sustainable development which generates benefits for poorer communities. This book reflects this concern by examining the contribution which tourism development can make to the elimination of poverty in developing countries, as well as making recommendations for action by governments, the industry, development agencies and local communities. It makes a major contribution to a more coherent, cross-disciplinary and sensitive approach to the tourism-poverty debate.

Preface

1. Tourism Industry: Structure and Components

2. Economic Impacts of Tourism

3. The Role of Tourism in Service Sector Employment

4. Medical Tourism and National Health Care Systems

Rashmi Rana has over 26 years of experience in the tourism and hospitality industry. She has worked in destination marketing and management, hospitality sales, operations, and transportation marketing. Rashmi Rana has a distinct perspective of tourism product development — from extreme destinations with little exposure to very busy and popular experiences striving to differentiate themselves. Rashmi Ranahas been honoured to serve on many tourism-oriented boards and advisory groups.