Travel and Tourism : Impacts, Trends and Strategies / Jason R. Hawkinson, editor.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Hawkinson, Jason R., editor.

Series:

Hospitality, tourism and marketing studies.

Hospitality, Tourism and Marketing Studies

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Tourism.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (398 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

New York : Nova Science Publishers, Inc., [2024]

Summary:

Tourism and the tourism industry are the source of millions of jobs and billions of dollars of spending in the United States. Tourism--both international and domestic--contributes to the national economy. The COVID-19 pandemic caused a sudden and dramatic decrease in tourism worldwide, including in the United States. This book details recent activities related to tourism, provides data on recent tourism trends, outlines the federal government's role in tourism and tourism promotion, and presents plans for the long-term stabilization and growth of tourism in the United States.

Contents:

Intro

Contents

Preface

Chapter 1

U.S. Tourism: Economic Impacts and Pandemic Recovery(

Abstract

Introduction

Impact of and Reaction to COVID-19 Pandemic

Legislation and Plans Related to the Pandemic and Tourism

National Travel and Tourism Plans

Department of Transportation (DOT)-National Travel and Tourism Infrastructure Strategic Plan

Department of Commerce (DOC)-National Travel and Tourism Strategy

Tourism Data and Recent Trends

Domestic and International Visitor Levels

Exports and Visitor Spending

Travel and Tourism Employment Trends

Tourism-Related Economic Activity

Tourism-Related Departments and Programs

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Brand USA

Funding

Legislation and Debates

Issues for Congress

Efficacy of Pandemic Recovery Efforts

Brand USA Funding and Return on Investment

Visitor Visa Wait Times

Distributing Tourism across the United States

Conclusion

Disclaimer

Chapter 2

The State of Outdoor Tourism, Recreation, and Ecotourism(

Opening Statement of Hon. Jacky Rosen, U.S. Senator from Nevada

Statement of Hon. Rick Scott, U.S. Senator from Florida

Statement of Colin Robertson, Administrator, Division of Outdoor Recreation, Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources

Prepared Statement of Colin Robertson, Administrator, Division of Outdoor Recreation, Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources

Statement of Glenn Hughes, President, American Sportfishing Association

Prepared Statement of Glenn Hughes, President, American Sportfishing Association

Reauthorize the Sport Fish Restoration &amp

Boating Trust Fund

Streamline Permitting Process through SOAR Act to Remove Barriers to Recreation

Recreational Trails Program Full Funding Act

Establish a 21st Century Civilian Climate &amp.

Conservation Corps

Statement of Joe Henry, Executive Direction, Lake of the Woods Tourism

Prepared Statement of Joe Henry, Executive Director, Lake of the Woods Tourism

Statement of Zachary Hartman, Chief Policy Officer, Ducks Unlimited

Prepared Statement of Zachary Hartman, Chief Policy Officer, Ducks Unlimited

Statement of Hon. Shelley Moore Capito, U.S. Senator from West Virginia

Statement of Hon. Amy Klobuchar, U.S. Senator from Minnesota

Statement of Hon. John Hickenlooper, U.S. Senator from Colorado

Response to Written Questions Submitted by Hon. Jacky Rosen to Colin Robertson

Federal Conservation and Recreation Programs

Response to Written Question Submitted by Hon. Marsha Blackburn to Colin Robertson

Response to Written Question Submitted by Hon. Jacky Rosen to Glenn Hughes

Response to Written Question Submitted by Hon. Roger Wicker to Glenn Hughes

Response to Written Question Submitted by Hon. Marsha Blackburn to Glenn Hughes

Response to Written Questions Submitted by Hon. Jacky Rosen to Joe Henry

Expanding Access to Outdoor Tourism

Response to Written Question Submitted by Hon. Marsha Blackburn to Joe Henry

Response to Written Questions Submitted by Hon. Jacky Rosen to Zachary Hartman

Response to Written Questions Submitted by Hon. Marsha Blackburn to Zachary Hartman

Chapter 3

Investing in America's Tourism and Hospitality Workforce and Small Businesses(

Statement of D. Taylor, International President, Unite Here

Prepared Statement of D. Taylor, International President, UNITE HERE

Appendix A: Supplementary Statements from Hospitality Workers.

Barbie Tivas: Station Casinos, Las Vegas, NV

Fernando Herrera: United Catering, Houston, TX

Judith Ramirez: Marriott, Honolulu, HI

Statement of Bill Lupfer, President and CEO, Florida Attractions Association

Prepared Statement of Bill Lupfer, President and CEO, Florida Attractions Association

About the Florida Attractions Association

Florida Attraction Association's Pandemic Response

Reopening Florida Attractions

What We Need

Statement of Shaundell Newsome, Chair, Urban Chamber of Commerce Las Vegas

Prepared Statement of Shaundell Newsome, Founder/Visionary, Sumnu Marketing

Statement of Drew Daly, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Cruiseone, Dream Vacations and Cruises Inc.

Prepared Statement of Drew Daly, Senior Vice President and General Manager of CruiseOne, Dream Vacations and Cruises Inc.

Travel Advisors Make Travel Happen

Devastating Impacts of COVID-19

Congress Can Help Recover Travel Demand

Closing Summary

Statement of Hon. Marsha Blackburn, U.S. Senator from Tennessee

Chapter 4

2022 National Travel Tourism Strategy(

I. Promoting the United States as a Travel Destination

Identified Actions

II. Facilitating Travel to and within the United States

III. Ensuring Diverse, Inclusive, and Accessible Tourism Experiences

IV. Fostering Resilient and Sustainable Travel and Tourism

Identified Actions.

Identified Actions

Appendix: Summary of Goals and Strategies

Chapter 5

Examining the 2022 National Travel and Tourism Strategy(

Statement of Hon. Grant T. Harris, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Industry and Analysis, International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce

Prepared Statement of Grant T. Harris, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Industry and Analysis, International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce

Statement of William "Bill" Hornbuckle, President and Chief Executive Officer, MGM Resorts International

Chair, U.S. Travel and Tourism Advisory Board

Prepared Statement of William "Bill" Hornbuckle, President and Chief Executive Officer, MGM Resorts International

Statement of Brad Dean, CEO, Discover Puerto Rico and Vice Chair, Travel and Tourism Advisory Board

Prepared Statement of Brad Dean, CEO, Discover Puerto Rico and Vice Chair, Travel and Tourism Advisory Board

National Travel and Tourism Strategy

Analysis, Priorities, and Next Steps

Statement of Hon. Dan Sullivan, U.S. Senator from Alaska

Appendix: Response to Written Questions Submitted by Hon. Kyrsten Sinema to Hon. Grant T. Harris

Response to Written Question Submitted by Hon. Kyrsten Sinema to William "Bill" Hornbuckle

Chapter 6

Reviving International Travel and Tourism to Create and Restore Jobs(

Statement from the American Car Rental Association

The American Car Rental Association.

The Impact of the Pandemic on the U.S. Car Rental Industry

Near-Term Prospects for Recovery

ACRA's Recommendations for Federal Government Actions

Statement of Rosemary A. Vassiliadis, Director of Aviation, Mccarran International Airport

Prepared Statement of Rosemary A. Vassiliadis, Director, Clark County Department of Aviation

Statement of William D. Talbert III, CDME, President and CEO, Greater Miami Convention &amp

Visitors Bureau

Prepared Statement of William D. Talbert, III, CDME President &amp

CEO, Greater Miami Convention &amp

Statement of Christopher L. Thompson, President and CEO, Brand USA

Prepared Statement of Christopher L. Thompson, President and CEO, Brand USA

Navigating the Pandemic

Impact on the Travel and Tourism Industry

Brand USA's Response

Gating Criteria

Planning for Recovery

Disruption of the Funding Model

ESTA Collections

Partner Contributions

New Cash Floor

What Congress Can Do

Statement of Hon. Roy Blunt, U.S. Senator from Missouri

Response to Written Questions Submitted by Hon. Amy Klobuchar to Rosemary A. Vassiliadis

Response to Written Questions Submitted by Hon. Amy Klobuchar to Christopher L. Thompson

Chapter 7

Legislative Solutions to Revive Travel and Tourism and Create Jobs(

Statement of Hon. Roger Wicker, U.S. Senator from Mississippi

Statement of Tori Emerson Barnes, Executive Vice President of Public Affairs and Policy, U.S. Travel Association.

Prepared Statement of Tori Emerson Barnes, Executive Vice President, Public Affairs and Policy, U.S. Travel Association.

Notes:

Includes index.

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Print version: Hawkinson, Jason R. Travel and Tourism: Impacts, Trends and Strategies

ISBN:

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