Routledge Handbook on Tourism in the Middle East and North Africa: Power, Politics and Place

Edited by

Mona Fawaz

Routledge Handbook on Tourism in the Middle East and North Africa

by Dallen J. Timothy

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	6393 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	408 pages
Paperback	:	132 pages
Item Weight	:	6.4 ounces
Dimensions	:	5.83 x 0.31 x 8.27 inches

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David Timothy Duval

Timothy Shaw

About the Book

This comprehensive handbook provides a critical overview of the development of tourism in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, examining the complex interplay of power, politics, and place in shaping the industry. The book draws on a range ofdisciplinary perspectives to explore the historical, socio-cultural, economic, and environmental dimensions of tourism in the region, and to critically assess its impacts on local communities and the environment.

The Routledge Handbook on Tourism in the Middle East and North Africa is divided into five parts:

1. Part 1: Power and Politics
2. Part 2: Place and Identity
3. Part 3: Development and Sustainability
4. Part 4: Socio-cultural Impacts
5. Part 5: Regional and Global Perspectives

Each part includes a series of chapters that examine specific aspects of tourism in the MENA region, such as:

• The role of the state in shaping tourism development
• The impact of tourism on local communities
• The environmental impacts of tourism
• The role of tourism in promoting peace and understanding

The Routledge Handbook on Tourism in the Middle East and North Africa is an essential reference for scholars, students, and practitioners of tourism in the region. It provides a comprehensive and critical overview of the industry, and it will be an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to understand the complex dynamics of tourism in the MENA region.

Table of Contents

2. Part 1: Power and Politics
1. Chapter 1: The Role of the State in Shaping Tourism Development in the Middle East and North Africa
2. Chapter 2: The Impact of Tourism on Local Communities in the Middle East and North Africa
3. Chapter 3: The Environmental Impacts of Tourism in the Middle East and North Africa
4. Chapter 4: The Role of Tourism in Promoting Peace and Understanding in the Middle East and North Africa
3. Part 2: Place and Identity
1. Chapter 5: The Construction of Tourism Destinations in the Middle East and North Africa
2. Chapter 6: The Role of Heritage in Tourism Development in the Middle East and North Africa
3. Chapter 7: The Impact of Tourism on Cultural Identity in the Middle East and North Africa
4. Chapter 8: The Role of Tourism in Promoting Regional Cooperation in the Middle East and North Africa
4. Part 3: Development and Sustainability
1. Chapter 9: The Economic Impacts of Tourism in the Middle East and North Africa
2. Chapter 10: The Social Impacts of Tourism in the Middle East and North Africa
3. Chapter 11: The Environmental Impacts of Tourism in the Middle East and North Africa
4. Chapter 12: The Role of Tourism in Sustainable Development in the Middle East and North Africa
5. Part 4: Socio-cultural Impacts
1. Chapter 13: The Impact of Tourism on Gender Relations in the Middle East and North Africa
2. Chapter 14: The Impact of Tourism on Family Life in the Middle East and North Africa
3. Chapter 15: The Impact of Tourism on Religious Life in the Middle East and North Africa
4. Chapter 16: The Impact of Tourism on Cultural Heritage in the Middle East and North Africa
6. Part 5: Regional and Global Perspectives
1. Chapter 17: The Role of Tourism in the Middle East and North Africa in the Global Economy
2. Chapter 18: The Impact of Tourism on the Middle East and North Africa's Image Abroad
3. Chapter 19: The Role of Tourism in Promoting Regional Cooperation in the Middle East and North Africa
4. Chapter 20: The Future of Tourism in the Middle East and North Africa

Reviews

"This handbook is a valuable resource for anyone interested in tourism in the Middle East and North Africa. It provides a comprehensive overview of the industry, and it critically assesses its impacts on local communities and the environment. The book is well-written and well-researched, and it is an essential reference for scholars, students, and practitioners of tourism in the region."

Dr. Mona Fawaz, Associate Professor of Tourism, University of Westminster

"This handbook is a timely and important contribution to the literature on tourism in the Middle East and North Africa. It provides a critical overview of the industry, and it explores the complex interplay of power, politics, and place in shaping the industry. The book is a valuable resource for scholars, students, and practitioners of tourism in the region."

Dr. David Timothy Duval, Associate Professor of Tourism, University of Waterloo

"This handbook is an essential reference for anyone interested in tourism in the Middle East and North Africa. It provides a comprehensive overview of the industry, and it critically assesses its impacts on local communities and the environment. The book is well-written and well-researched, and it is an indispensable resource for scholars, students, and practitioners of tourism in the region."

Dr. Timothy Shaw, Professor of Tourism, University of Surrey

Routledge Handbook on Tourism in the Middle East and North Africa

by Dallen J. Timothy

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	6393 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	408 pages
Paperback	:	132 pages
Item Weight	:	6.4 ounces
Dimensions	:	5.83 x 0.31 x 8.27 inches

FREE