Introduction to Hospitality (6th Edition)

The Sixth Edition of Introduction to Hospitality focuses on hospitality operations while offering a broad comprehensive foundation of current knowledge about the worlds largest industry. Throughout author John R. Walker invites students to share this industrys unique enthusiasm and passion. The text is organized into five sections: the hospitality industry and tourism; lodging; restaurants managed services and beverages; recreation theme parks clubs and gaming entertainment; and assemblies and event management. Each section includes insight from industry professionals contains up-to-date information on career opportunities and includes many examples illuminating current industry trends and realities. Extensively revised and updated this edition contains new photos new page layouts and new coverage on topics ranging from sustainability to globalization.