Tourism Economics

This comprehensive volume offers a cutting-edge analysis of the intricate relationship between finance and tourism in the global economy. Through three interconnected sections, the book provides a thorough examination of how financial mechanisms shape tourism development, business performance, and economic sustainability. Part I of the book explores financial inclusion's critical role in tourism development, particularly in emerging markets, featuring groundbreaking research on mobile money innovations and conservation financing. The second section delves into strategic financial management and performance metrics in the tourism industry, offering valuable insights into crisis resilience and business sustainability. The final section presents illuminating case studies from diverse global contexts, from China's privatized nature-based tourism to Caribbean economic stability. Drawing on empirical research and featuring studies by leading scholars, this volume examines crucial topics including: Financial inclusion's impact on tourism demand in developing economies Mobile money's role in conservation and community-based tourism Strategic financial management in the hospitality sector Crisis response and resilience in tourism businesses Privatization of tourism resources and international capital markets Essential reading for policymakers, tourism industry professionals, researchers, and students in tourism economics, development studies, and financial management, this book provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the financial dimensions of modern tourism. It was originally published in Tourism Recreation Research.