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Legal and Ethical Practices in Hong Kong’s Hospitality Industry
Pimtong Tavitiyaman & Hin Cheung Annie Ko
Abstract: This study aims to explore employee perception of legal and ethical issues in Hong Kong’s hospitality industry and examine the legal and ethical emphases of different hospitality sectors. Frontline employees perceive the importance of most of the legal and ethical issues. However, they perceive that hospitality companies do not perform well on legal and ethical implications…
Abstract: This study aims to explore employee perception of legal and ethical issues in Hong Kong’s hospitality industry and examine the legal and ethical emphases of different hospitality sectors. Frontline employees perceive the importance of most of the legal and ethical issues. However, they perceive that hospitality companies do not perform well on legal and ethical implications…
Craftourism: Moderating Emotional-Bonding with Destination and its Loyalty
Arup Kumar Baksi
Abstract: Traditional crafts play a major role in enhancing the attractiveness of a destination. Destination Marketing Organisations (DMOs) have embraced this phenomenon and associate crafts with visitors’ cognitive self. The recently coined term “Craftourism” further illustrates this growing integration of visitors with the conceptualisation and production process of various…
Abstract: Traditional crafts play a major role in enhancing the attractiveness of a destination. Destination Marketing Organisations (DMOs) have embraced this phenomenon and associate crafts with visitors’ cognitive self. The recently coined term “Craftourism” further illustrates this growing integration of visitors with the conceptualisation and production process of various…
Local Residents’ Participation in Rural Tourism: The case of KOPEL in Kinabatangan, Sabah, Malaysia
Uma Thevi Munikrishnan, Sushila Devi Rajaratnam, Paolo Mura & Vikneswaran Nair
Abstract: This paper focuses on the participation of local residents in rural tourism development in Lower Kinabatangan, Sabah, Malaysia. The relationship between community participation and rural tourism development has not been extensively researched in the context of developing countries. In an attempt to fill this gap, this study examines the role…
Abstract: This paper focuses on the participation of local residents in rural tourism development in Lower Kinabatangan, Sabah, Malaysia. The relationship between community participation and rural tourism development has not been extensively researched in the context of developing countries. In an attempt to fill this gap, this study examines the role…
An Assessment of International Training Programs for Hospitality Students
Melinda D. Torres & Kathrine Camille A. Nagal
Abstract: The purpose of the study is to examine the perceptions of the Filipino baccalaureate students namely, students pursuing Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management and Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management on the effectiveness of the international training programs being offered in institutions. A web-based survey of 11-items which included…
Abstract: The purpose of the study is to examine the perceptions of the Filipino baccalaureate students namely, students pursuing Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management and Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management on the effectiveness of the international training programs being offered in institutions. A web-based survey of 11-items which included…
The Relevance of Occupational Health and Safety Training in Hospitality Education: A Malaysian Perspective
Gan Joo-Ee & Quah Jo-Ee
Abstract: This article examines students’ perceptions towards occupational health and safety training in their hospitality education in Malaysia. The findings suggest that the majority considered such training to be relevant to their actual working environment. However, many students knowingly neglected safety precautions while working as interns. Further, the majority of students…
Abstract: This article examines students’ perceptions towards occupational health and safety training in their hospitality education in Malaysia. The findings suggest that the majority considered such training to be relevant to their actual working environment. However, many students knowingly neglected safety precautions while working as interns. Further, the majority of students…
Community Capacity for Conserving Natural Resources in Ecotourist Destinations: A Review of the Concept
Sharareh Khosravi, Badaruddin Mohamed & Vikneswaran Nair
Abstract: This study presents a review and discussion of the concept and measurement of community capacity. Conceptual aspects of community capacity and its measurement are reviewed based on existing literature. This study proposed a conceptual framework of measuring community capacity for conserving natural resources in ecotourist destinations. In addition…
Abstract: This study presents a review and discussion of the concept and measurement of community capacity. Conceptual aspects of community capacity and its measurement are reviewed based on existing literature. This study proposed a conceptual framework of measuring community capacity for conserving natural resources in ecotourist destinations. In addition…
Aligning the Stars: Quality Assurance in Tonga’s Tourism Accommodation Sector
Nicholas Towner, Semisi Taumoepeau & Geoff Penrose
Abstract: Quality standards are an integral part of achieving a world-class competitive tourism industry in Tonga. Developing an accreditation framework for the accommodation business is part of a range of interventions designed to improve the outcomes for tourism in Tonga. The current minimum standards do not prepare or incentivise the accommodation business to improve, and…
Abstract: Quality standards are an integral part of achieving a world-class competitive tourism industry in Tonga. Developing an accreditation framework for the accommodation business is part of a range of interventions designed to improve the outcomes for tourism in Tonga. The current minimum standards do not prepare or incentivise the accommodation business to improve, and…
Interdisciplinary Approach and Target in the Value-added Wine Tourism
Ruhet Genç
Abstract: “Wine is as old as the thirst of man, not the physical thirst which man can so easily slake with water, as his horse and his dog do, but the heaven-sent thirst for what will still our fears – that our mind be at peace; and stir our sense and sensibility – that we shall not ignore nor abuse God’s good gifts – wine not the least of them” (Simon et al., 1969). Wine tourism along with gastronomic tourism…
Abstract: “Wine is as old as the thirst of man, not the physical thirst which man can so easily slake with water, as his horse and his dog do, but the heaven-sent thirst for what will still our fears – that our mind be at peace; and stir our sense and sensibility – that we shall not ignore nor abuse God’s good gifts – wine not the least of them” (Simon et al., 1969). Wine tourism along with gastronomic tourism…