History of Modern Tourism

[0.50] credits · Undergraduate

This course examines the history of the travel and tourism industry and its social, political, and cultural impacts from the rise of the European Grand Tour in the 18th century to the present day. Aspects of tourism history to be covered may include the development of the business of tourism, improvements in travel technology, hotels and accommodations, developing destinations, marketing in historical perspective, and interactions between travelers and host societies.