Marketing Communications in Tourism and Hospitality

The rapidly changing context of the modern tourism and hospitality industry, responding to the needs of increasingly demanding consumers, coupled with the fragmenting nature of the marketing and media environment, has led to an increased emphasis on communications strategies in today’s digital era. Marketing Communications in Tourism and Hospitality discusses this vital discipline specifically for the tourism and hospitality industry.Combining a critical theoretical overview with a practical guide to techniques and skills, it illustrates the role that communications play in the delivery and representation of hospitality and tourism services, while developing practical skills needed to understand, interpret, and implement communications strategies within a management context. This new edition has been updated to include:New case studies, drawing on insights from both academics and leading industry practitioners.These cases and illustrations span multiple international regions and servic