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The Geography of Japan, 2004.
Examines Japan's geography and aspects of tourism.
2,000 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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Japan is an island-chain nation located in Eastern Asia, between the North Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Japan, east of the Korean Peninsula. The climate is varied from tropical in the south to cool temperate in the north and resembles that of Eastern North America. This paper discusses the physical and cultural geography of this nation through four of the nine regions (or districts) that Japan is divided into: Hokkaido, Tohoku, Kanto, Chubu, Kinki, Chugoku, Shikoku, Kyushu, and Okinawa. The paper also discusses the supply and demand factors (such as major attractions, transportation, infrastructure), and other attributes to the tourism world (issues and impacts, such as natural disasters).
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"These attractions are obviously not targeted to mass tourist activity. I would call them a combination of nature-based tourism, alternative and special interest tourism attractions, except for the Winter Olympics of course. The Olympics definitely had a positive impact on the region's market share - providing special interest activities to a mass of tourists will increase profit and open up new possibilities for the deferred demand without negatively impacting the region's character in the long run."
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The History of Coney Island, 2003.
A look into the role of the Coney Island area and attractions from its beginnings as a retreat for New Yorkers in the late 1800s to a thriving amusement park that peaked in the mid 1900s.
5,586 words (approx. 22.3 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 135.95
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This paper discusses the importance of the Coney Island area historically and as a symbol of New York City. The first section deals with the rich history of Coney Island, beginning as a hotel resort for New Yorkers to visit during vacations. Coney Island landmarks, such as the Coney Island Elephant Hotel and The Iron Tower are discussed with their individual history given. The competition among New York businessmen to develop the area is also investigated, showing how rivals would fight each other viciously over the prime real estate. The paper then talks about the amusement park era and how Coney Island began to transform itself into a nationally recognized location. A section of the paper is also dedicated to the famous Coney Island Freak Show. Finally, the historical section of the paper ends with the lag in business that hit the area after World War II and how Coney Island exists in modernity as a throwback to past generations. The second section of the paper deals with how Coney Island has become a center of cultural pride for New Yorkers.
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"Coney Island represented a shift from the old Victorian mentality that many New Yorkers felt during most of the 1800s and into a new outlook of association that contained all citizens of New York City, not just the rich. The privilege of enjoyment was no longer reserved for those with money, but the low prices and massive amount of commercialism that Coney Island would become famous for would aid in the evolution of the city into becoming the representation of all that is America. In light of this optimism, Coney Island also had a darker side. Despite the cultural diversity and economic success the amusement center produced, the achievements concealed the exploitation of certain groups and the corruption that went along with the construction of such a major center of entertainment."
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The Hospitality Industry, 2004.
An analysis of a management contract to hotel owners and management contract firms in the hospitality industry today.
3,943 words (approx. 15.8 pages), 17 sources, MLA, $ 107.95
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This paper provides an overview of the hospitality industry and professional hotel management companies and a discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of such contractual arrangements, followed by an assessment of what steps a hotel management company can take to ensure its success. A summary of the research is provided in the conclusion.
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Introduction
Review and Discussion
Background and Overview
Hotel Management Companies
Advantages of Hotel Management Companies
Disadvantages of Hotel Management Companies
Steps to Hotel Management Company Success
Conclusion
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"Competitive advantage generally refers to one or more aspects of an enterprise that provide it with an edge over its competition in some fashion. Based on Prahalad and Hamel's assessment, Susan Jurow offers three tests to identify a company's core competencies to help it achieve such an advantage: 1) it provides long-term strategic advantage; 2) it contributes to customer benefit; 3) and it is difficult for others to imitate (Jurow 1996, p. 300). Applying this analysis to the hospitality industry shows that while most industries are expected to recover from the shock of September 11, the tourism industry could suffer the most permanent job losses and identifying such core competencies is therefore imperative. "
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The Economics of Events, 2005.
An analysis of the impact that events have on the economy and communities of host areas.
4,081 words (approx. 16.3 pages), 20 sources, MLA, $ 109.95
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This paper aims to compare and contrast the current literature on the topic of the impact of events on the host area/country. It analyses both positive and negative impacts from different aspects, namely economic, social and cultural, physical and environmental and political. It develops further to weigh up the evidence and evaluates how far events can exert a positive impact.
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Introduction
The Impact of Events
Tourism and Economic Impact
Social and Cultural Impacts
Physical and Environmental Impacts
Political Impacts
Negative Impacts
Conclusion
Recommendations
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"All events in some way reflect the culture of the place in which they are held. However, some events are held primarily for their cultural significance. Carnivals, heritage festivals, food festivals, and independence celebrations are examples of these types of events. Annual carnival celebrations in Trinidad and Tobago and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil are well known examples of huge cultural celebrations. The nation's beliefs and traditions of many cultures have come together and for a brief five days each year, the whole country forgets their differences to celebrate life. Carnival is such an important aspect of life in Trinidad that many schools believe that sponsoring a carnival band is a way to teach young people about their roots and culture. In this way, communities work together to develop stronger friendships and greater respect for the many cultures that make up Trinidad."
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American Airlines Today, 2003.
A strategic analysis of American Airlines and its competitors today.
3,922 words (approx. 15.7 pages), 14 sources, APA, $ 106.95
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This paper examines the driving forces in the aviation industry, including a SWOT analysis and Porter's Five Forces analysis of the company's major competitors, followed by a discussion and summary of the research in the conclusion.
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"Competition in the aviation industry has always been a driving force for progress in America. Originally known as Aviation Corporation, the company that emerged from the 20th century mergers and acquisitions was American Airlines. As a result of the attacks of September 11, 2001, though, this company, the U.S. government, as well as the traveling public are all demanding tighter security at the nation's airports. While the problems with security recently highlighted by various industry analysts are not new, they have been the focus of a much more urgent debate since the country is virtually at war, both politically and economically. These attacks have hammered the aviation industry in the United States to the extent they may not recover, even in the long-term, without much more assistance from both the federal government as well as an immediate increase in the number of passengers being carried."
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Lifestyle Hotels in Modern Shanghai, 2004.
A comprehensive examination of the popular housing alternative in 21st century Shanghai known as lifestyle hotels.
3,182 words (approx. 12.7 pages), 17 sources, MLA, $ 92.95
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This paper develops the argument that a small lifestyle hotel will not be able to finance itself without a combination of apartment units; sales of the apartment units will serve to generate an enormous amount of the revenue required to pay back to creditors in comparison to just selling a hotel room on a daily basis. The goal of the paper is to determine the outcome of both approaches using the positive and phenomenologist approaches. A brief discussion of Shanghai?s current and future opportunities and challenges is followed by a review of these two methodological approaches to research. A determination of the appropriateness of one over the other is then followed by a summary of the research in the conclusion.
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"Background and Overview. According to Wakeman and Yeh (1992), the tenfold increase in Shanghai's population between 1842 and 1945 was largely a result of Chinese immigration from the countryside into the city, especially into the International Settlement (which doubled in numbers between 1895 and 1910 and doubled again between 1910 and 1930) and the French Concession (which almost tripled between 1895 and 1915 and more than tripled again between 1915 and 1930). ?From the 1850s on, each new social disturbance in the interior sent tens of thousands of Chinese refugees to Shanghai, seeking protection under the English and French flags? (Wakeman & Yeh 1992, p. 1). Since the Communist victory in 1949, however, Shanghai has emerged as an industrial giant whose products supply China's growing domestic demands. The city has also experience pronounced physical changes with the establishment of industrial suburbs and housing complexes, the improvement of public works, and the creation of parks and other recreational facilities (Shanghai 2004)."
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Globalization's Effect on Tourism, 2005.
Globalization's effect on the international tourism industry.
1,404 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 46.95
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This paper discusses the impact of globalization on the international tourism industry in the U.S. and abroad.
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"The globalization of the developing world by the industrialized, developed world is a large concern for these new progressing nations. This effect has been brought to light as a result of the resurrected focus on opening up these markets to free trade and tourism opportunities. Several of these nations have been caught up in a practice of isolationism, or separatism from the developed world. This has depressed their economies significantly and limited their opportunities for growth in the new age globalization. This limited horizon has recently taken a huge turn for the better in several of these countries and spurred much development and growth for these areas."
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The Tourism Culture Shock, 2005.
A look at how tourism is affected by cultural events.
1,200 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper discusses the impact that cultural events have on tourism. Specific areas described are Southeast Asia and Middle Eastern nations. It looks at how the local culture impacts tourism and is also impacted by tourism.
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"Our own cultural heritage is deeply engrained into our psychic beliefs in such a way that we may never fully understand the deep effects that it plays on our everyday lives. This cultural identity is often tested when one ventures outside of this comfort area. This often occurs when an individual travels outside their local area or country. Cultural shock is often the result of this rapid, unknown change."
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Regional Jets and the Aviation Industry, 2003.
An analysis of the cost factors and controversies associated with regional jets in the aviation industry today.
3,764 words (approx. 15.1 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 103.95
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This paper examines how the future for regional jet service in the United States and abroad appears to be very bright and how regional passenger jets, defined as jet planes seating between 25 and 110 passengers, are becoming increasingly popular alternatives to the turbo-prop ?puddle-jumper? aircraft businesspeople have come to associate with commuter flights in smaller markets. It provides an overview and background of regional jets, the associated cost factors and controversies, an assessment of the potential impact of the identified alternatives, and the sell-offs of regional carriers by the major carrier owners.
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"As a result of their increasing popularity, regional jets have also created their share of controversies, including claims these types of aircraft are clogging the nation?s already stressed airports and issues concerning equitable pay rates for regional jet pilots compared to their mainstream aviation counterparts. ?Some say regional jets are jamming the system, but that's not true,? says Faye Malarkey, a legislative director for the Regional Airline Association (RAA). Rather, Malarkey says that regional jets are ?part of the solution? (Arnoult, 2000, p. 67). Likewise, the President of the RAA, Deborah McElroy says, ?We think that they are making regional jets a scapegoat. That's not appropriate. regional jets are added because that's what the passengers want? (Arnoult, 2000, p. 67). "
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A Career in Guest Services, 2004.
This paper is a personal essay exploring guest services careers in the hotel industry.
2,730 words (approx. 10.9 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 81.95
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This paper explains that, since the author was old enough to work, she always loved working with people because she felt it was her duty to tend to their needs, whether it was guest services in a hotel or a restaurant. The author points out that most hotels provide extensive training to their employees before they actually put them into the job on themselves; however, for a management position, a person will need to complete a bachelor?s degree in hotel management, and a MBA is needed for an executive management position. The paper stresses that it is very easy to deal with guests as long as they come in with a positive attitude; then you more easily can maintain a positive attitude.
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"Things tend to be more expensive in luxury hotel; however, you may find things there that wouldn?t normally find in a mid-priced hotel. Personal service is probably the same, however you may find that you have a lot more employees helping you at a luxury hotel. I believe physical attractiveness isn?t comparable. It is up to management on whether or not they take pride in how their hotel looks to their guests. I know I wouldn?t want to stay in a hotel that appears dirty and not well taken care of. Like I said, a business guest is going to want more areas to relax. Also business guests need more access to advanced telecommunications equipment for their business purposes. To tell you the truth the luxury hotels get up to date faster because usually more money is coming in to them."
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Sport Commissions and Amateur Sports.
An exploration of how the sports industry is a land of opportunity for sports commissions and the local communities that are trying to generate economic impact from sports.
3,688 words (approx. 14.8 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 102.95
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This paper explores different avenues for small-scale sports tourism in the direction of amateur sports tournaments and how establishing a sport commission can help. It focuses on recreational sport tournaments for adults and youth by examining a case study dealing with the organization of a sports commission and the economic impact it that has resulted on the community. The reason for discussing sports tournaments is because they are fairly low-investment opportunities that small communities can explore, with large returns for the resources that are already present.
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Introduction
Review of Literature
Case Study
Discussion and Analysis
Conclusion
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"Green and Chalip (1998) help explain who is participating by exploring the motivations of the active sport tourist traveling to participate in their chosen sport by examining a women?s flag football tournament. The authors explain the increasing growth in active lifestyles and how it is not only the younger population, who are participating, but also the older segment is starting to stay more active. This trend is leading to more vacations that are based on or around sport. The paper presents the ideas that the active sport tourist does not only travel for the competition, but also to be able to identify with the subculture of their sport. As in the case of the women football players, they enjoy being able to socialize with people who share their same interests during social events sponsored by the tournament organizers. They travel as teams, and along with these teams comes family and friends, which in turn bring along more economic impact for the community hosting the event."
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