Download or read book Exploring the Hospitality Industry written by John R. Walker and published by Prentice Hall. This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text helps readers advance in their careers by giving them a broad foundation of hospitality industry knowledge presented in a lively, visually appealing, engaging manner. The emphasis is on the people, companies, and positions that make up the hospitality industry today, and the focus on sustainability includes case studies on practitioners and corporations that engage and involve readers as they explore the trends in this ever-growing field. The book moves beyond just restaurants and hotels to cover all facets and segments of the industry, including new growth areas such as event management, meeting planning, cruising, theme parks, and gaming entertainment.