Fundamentals of Hospitality

Contents: Preface. 1. Travel and tourism. 2. The world of hotels. 3. Restaurant industries. 4. Gaming and Casino hotels. 5. Club management. 6. Hospitality and the meeting point. 7. Service operations management. 8. Technologies in hospitality industry. 9. Careers in hospitality sector. Bibliography. Index.

"The hospitality industry is one of the largest and fastest growing industries of the world. It encompasses businesses such as transport, tourism, accommodation, eating, drinking, entertainment, recreation and activities. It is very sensitive to changes in the economic, social or environ-mental conditions of a destination. Recently, a number of factors like promotion of tourism and rapid industrial progress have given a boost to the hospitality industry. The liberalisation of trade and opening up of economy will further lead to revolutionary growth in this sector.

This book offers a dynamic and accessible introduction to the broad world of hospitality industry. It provides focused coverage of each sector within hospitality: food and beverage, lodging, and travel and tourism and examines the size, scope, and operations of each of these key areas and shares essential information on related concepts products, and services. It will give students the foundation they need to prepare for managerial careers in this rapidly growing field." (jacket)