Sustainability in Tourism, Hospitality and Events - by Dimitri Lera & Michel Mason

About the Book

Understand how to embed sustainable strategies at the centre of tourism, hospitality and events businesses with this practical undergraduate textbook.

Book Synopsis

Sustainability in Tourism, Hospitality and Events provides undergraduate students with the theory and practical steps for actioning sustainable strategies.

This textbook is ideal for undergraduates studying sustainability as part of their Tourism, Hospitality and Events degrees. It is a comprehensive and accessible guide for implementing sustainable practices in tourism, hospitality and events businesses, and includes chapters on:
- Eradicating plastic packaging and minimizing food wastage
- Creating low-carbon menus with local food sourcing strategies
- Other key concepts such as the circular economy, regenerative hospitality and carbon neutrality

With practical insights from the authors' experiences of working in sustainability and the travel and events industries, Sustainability in Tourism, Hospitality and Events will empower a new generation of professionals to prioritize environmental and social responsibility in their decision-making processes. In-text learning features include learning outcomes, best practice tips from industry leaders and reflective questions and exercises to help students apply sustainability theory to practice. Online resources include PowerPoint lecturer slides and additional real-world examples.

Review Quotes

"A book that combines international real-world examples with the latest concepts and theories. It offers valuable insights not only for students but also for industry professionals seeking to update their knowledge and gain fresh perspectives on sustainability in tourism, hospitality and events."-- "Sandro Carnicelli, Professor of Tourism and Leisure Studies, University of the West of Scotland, UK"

"For anyone committed to the future of travel and hospitality, Sustainability in Tourism, Hospitality and Events by Lera and Mason is an essential resource. This guide skilfully combines useful theory with practical strategies, making the important idea of sustainability in tourism both clear and urgent. It goes beyond lofty ideals to offer a straightforward plan for adopting ethical and profitable practices in tourism. This book is not only important to read; it serves as an inspiring call to action that encourages readers to lead the way in creating a more responsible and resilient tourism industry for future generations."-- "Professor Walter Leal, Chair of Climate Change Management, Hamburg University of Applied Sciences, Germany"

"Lera and Mason address a complex problem with clarity and candour. It is no mean feat to gather all of the factors that challenge us all in hospitality and put them into a concise and actionable fashion."-- "Sally Beck, General Manager, Royal Lancaster London, UK"

"This book is a golden resource for young THE professionals as they embark on their leadership journeys. The knowledge shared within these pages is the most valuable tool for the early stages of their careers. It will undoubtedly give them the preparedness for operating in this era of climate change. It is so comprehensive in covering the subject and provides multiple quality frame works to follow. Lera and Mason have created such a valuable tool."-- "Sue Williams, Positive Hospitality Ltd, UK"

"This is a very timely book, written in an accessible style, enriched with real-world examples, reflective questions and engaging activities. It is a valuable resource and introduction to sustainability in tourism, hospitality and events."-- "Alexander Trupp, Guest Professor, University of Innsbruck, Austria"

About the Author

Dimitri Lera is a specialist in sustainable tourism, hospitality and events, bringing together over 30 years of international managerial experience with a strong academic foundation. He was a lecturer in Sustainable Tourism, Hospitality and Events at the Edge Hotel School, University of Essex, where he focused on embedding sustainability into higher education.

Michel Mason is a sustainability educator and academic collaborator who specializes in embedding sustainable practice across higher education. As former Sustainability Engagement Manager at the University of Essex, she led a wide range of initiatives to embed sustainability into teaching, research and staff development.