This chapter explores the 'Come and See' phenomenon that is gaining ground in Palestine, targeting the pilgrimage market. Under the slogan of 'Comes and See', many initiatives such as Kairos Palestine, the Alternative Tourism group (ATG), the Holy Land Trust and Siraj Center in Palestine urge...

This chapter examines how tour packages are developed or adapted by major tour operators. The chapter offers a framework for developing new products and each stage is examined in depth by presenting both strategic and operational considerations.

This chapter examines the role of small and medium-sized tour operators and explores the use of destination-based suppliers (also called ground-handling agents) who are particularly significant to the operations of the smaller tour companies in that they play a key role in the creation/delivery of...

This book presents an overview of tourism routes and trails and attempts to make sense of this complex universe: why they exist, how they were created and what role they play in the development and management of tourism. Chapters 1 to 5 discuss and analyse the nature of routes and trails. These...

This chapter provides an overview of how tourism routes can be categorized according to principal motivations for travel. Four of the categories are examined: cultural tours and circuits; themed and branded driving routes; cycling routes; and long-distance walking trails. A case study is presented...

This chapter offers guidelines on how (i) to organize and manage food and wine tours in producing establishments and companies, (ii) lead a tasting session in a professional way, and (iii) welcome and involve children in food and drink visits.

This chapter discusses how to plan and organize a gastronomic package tour, including how to build a travel brochure, and to analyse and select potential providers (food companies, hospitality, catering and other services). Technical strategies in itinerary planning are discussed.

This chapter (i) classifies the different types of package tours that are used by older adults; (ii) examines the important role of the tour guide in package tours; (iii) explores the reasons why package tour groups are popular among older adults; (iv) investigates the growing trend towards special ...

This chapter explores issues relating to value creation and co-creation during the tourism mobilities component of holiday travel. It first suggests a number of factors that influence the value creation process in the tourism mobilities sector. The chapter then decomposes the typical tourist...

This chapter presents the findings of interviews and field research conducted in Budapest, Hungary, which investigated the impact of local sightseeing tours on the quality of life of the guests, the hosts and the guides. The findings reflect a plethora of positive impacts on tour participants',...