This book is aimed at providing a detailed analysis of hospitality and tourism industry and their development in a global perspective. Hospitality and tourism industry has become an integral part of world economy. It plays a vital role in gross earnings and foreign exchange returns as well as creation of employment opportunities within any nation. Some of the significant aspects that contribute to the research and development of tourism and hospitality studies include improvement in the public infrastructures and transportation, promotion and marketing of tourist destinations and heritage sites through various channels, enhancing the skills of existing human resource engaged in the tourism and hospitality sectors, management of finances, etc. The book elucidates various facets of tourism and hospitality sector and their direct influence on the regional economic development through detailed case studies and analysis performed by eminent industry experts and academicians from different parts of the world. It would serve as an invaluable source of reference for students, researchers and professionals alike, seeking a comprehensive insight into the tourism and hospitality sectors across different nations.