Sustainable Tourism and Hospitality Management

“A comprehensive guide to driving sustainability in your organization in a systematic way … which is the only way! Hansen provides practical guidance such as using standards first for self-guidance to drive real improvement in your business practices rather than just aiming for an external badge.” * Randy Durband, CEO of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) *“This book provides a practical and compelling guide for integrating sustainability into the hospitality industry. It combines innovative strategies with real-world examples that inspire meaningful change. It is essential reading for professionals dedicated to promoting responsible and resilient hospitality. Hansen’s expertise and insights greatly enhance the value of this work for multiple audiences.” * Rafael Ibarcena, Corporate Sustainability Manager, McKibbon Hospitality, AHLA Sustainability Committee, DIRSE Asociación Española de Directivos de Sostenibilidad, Spain *“Hansen’s very pertinent and timely book resonates with the same engaging teaching style that she so effectively employs in her classroom and in leading field studies. Each well-structured chapter simplifies the complex topic of global sustainable tourism, presenting each concept in an accessible and easy-to-understand manner. The book’s methodology is solidly grounded in evidence as well as Hansen’s extensive experience, offering a firm foundation for students to develop their own understanding as it empowers them to chart their individual pathways and contributions toward a more sustainable future in global tourism for us all.” * Dr. John D. Buschman, Co-Director, Global Sustainable Tourism Program, and Director, Hospitality at Sea, Chaplin School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, Florida International University, USA *“Hansen has written a much-needed book on sustainability in tourism and hospitality in a clear and practical way. The book is essential for anyone who wants to understand the complexities and challenges of this topic.” * Dr. Peter Varga, EHL Hospitality Business School, Lausanne, Switzerland *“As a director of a Keep America Beautiful Affiliate, I believe that collaborations, education and investment are key components to global sustainability. This book opens the doors to creating sustainable actions towards developing cultural and environmentally friendly destinations. Hansen captures the urgency of action as she offers connections to current practices and future opportunities.” * Patricia DePlasco, Executive Director, Keep Pinellas Beautiful *

Brooke Hansen is the Director of the Hospitality and Tourism Management Program at the University of South Florida, USA, and founder of the consulting business Regenerative Tourism Solutions. She is an academic affiliate of the Center for Responsible Travel (CREST) and is a Fulbright Specialist working on sustainable development and tourism promotion in Serbia. She serves on the Board of Directors for Keep Florida Beautiful. Her research projects focus on virtualization technologies for tourism, sustainable businesses practices, certifications in tourism, regenerative food systems, and promoting the UN Sustainable Development Goals.