The Routledge Handbook on Regenerative Tourism and Hospitality

This timely and innovative handbook presents an up-to-date, critical and comprehensive overview of established and emerging themes relating to regenerative tourism and hospitality and offers a deep dive into the operational, strategic, and policy dimensions of regenerative strategy and practices. This timely and innovative handbook presents an up-to-date, critical, and comprehensive overview of established and emerging themes relating to regenerative tourism and hospitality and offers a deep dive into the operational, strategic, and policy dimensions of regenerative strategy and practices. Organized into four parts, this volume comprises over 40 specifically commissioned original contributions from recognized authors in the field, providing a systematic guide to the current stage of knowledge in this area. It is interdisciplinary in coverage and international in scope through its authorship and content. This book serves as an essential guide to achieveing a common understanding of the concept of 'regeneration' and to inspiring and equipping stakeholders and academics with the tools needed to transition from conventional and sustainability-focused practices towards restorative and regenerative business models that generate tangible social and environmental impact, particularly amidst increasing environmental concerns and evolving market expectations in the tourism and hospitality industries. This is essential reading for students, researchers, and academics interested in regenerative tourism and hospitality.