The Sixth Edition of Introduction to Hospitality focuses on hospitality operations while offering a broad, comprehensive foundation of current knowledge about the world’s largest industry. Throughout, author John R. Walker invites students to share this industry’s unique enthusiasm and passion. The text is organized into five sections: the hospitality industry and tourism; lodging; restaurants, managed services, and beverages; recreation, theme parks, clubs, and gaming entertainment; and assemblies and event management. Each section includes insight from industry professionals, contains up-to-date information on career opportunities, and includes many examples illuminating current industry trends and realities. Extensively revised and updated, this edition contains new photos, new page layouts, and new coverage on topics ranging from sustainability to globalization.
- ISBN10 0132993074
- ISBN13 9780132993074
- Publish Date 19 April 2012 (first published 5 March 2008)
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 24 June 2013
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Pearson
- Edition 6th edition
- Format Paperback
- Pages 608
- Language English