This chapter explores cultural tourism and its related policies, considering the distinctiveness and pervasiveness of the concept within contemporary society, and how different societies value, plan for and develop policies of this nature. The chapter recognizes the almost inevitable...

This chapter discusses how colonialism links closely to modern terrorism, which is inextricably intertwined with travel. It also places the notion of exemption and 'American-ness' under a critical lens, and suggests that Americans are particularity exercised by terrorism due to the legacy of...

This chapter addresses trends in the conventions, expositions and meetings industry in the USA. It explores the areas of globalization/international participation, the cloning of shows, competition and technology. The chapter also focuses on the diversity of approaches, often borrowed and adapted,...