This book presents the foundations for the future of tourism in a structured and detailed
format. The who-is-who of tourism intelligence has collaborated to present a definitive
blueprint for tourism reflecting the role of science market institutions and governance in
its innovation and sustainability. The book adopts a comprehensive approach exploring recent
research and the latest developments in practice to inform the reader about instruments and
actions that can shape a successful future for tourism. Broad in scope the book incorporates
the perspectives of leading tourism academics as well as the views of tourism entrepreneurs
destination managers government officials and civil leaders.The book is divided into three
parts the first of which addresses the scientific facets of innovation analyzing the
challenges and opportunities that technology provides for organic and disruptive developments
in tourism which will shape its future. In turn the second part examines socio-cultural
paradigms - with a view to dismantling traditional barriers to innovation. It also explores the
role of heritage and the ethics of inclusiveness as drivers for sustainable tourism. The third
part investigates new ways and means in governance and policy making for tourism. It introduces
advances such as strategic positioning symbiotic partnerships and innovative management and
closes by presenting governance frameworks for an inclusive and sustainable future of tourism.
