Modern social challenges shape the tourism industry, highlighting the complex intersection of ethics, societal disruption, and intimacy in travel experiences. As tourism grows, it brings new ethical dilemmas, such as the environmental impact of over-tourism, the exploitation of local communities, and concerns over cultural appropriation. At the same time, rapid societal changes, like economic conditions, political instability, or public health crises, transform how people travel and interact with destinations. The growing demand for personalized travel experience raises questions about privacy, authenticity, and connection. Addressing these challenges through further research may provide sustainable practices, ensure cultural sensitivity, and address the well-being of both travelers and host communities.
Modern Social Challenges Impacting Tourism: Ethics, Societal Disruption, and Intimacy explores ethics, moral issues, social interactions, and oppression within the tourism industry. It examines how tourism affects local societies, indigenous people, women, children, and immigrants, including the complex interactions and critical issues. This book covers topics such as policymaking, social media, and tour guides, and is a useful resource for business owners, tourism professionals, sociologists, policymakers, academicians, and researchers.