Beach tourism

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Abstract

![CDATA[Beach tourism is one of the earliest modern forms of tourism and a staple of the tourism industry. This kind of tourism at coastal resorts is often considered to result from an inevitable attraction to the beach, but the relationship is one in which tourism and leisure are an inherent part of the formation of the desirability of beaches. As a resort-styled destination, the beach is almost synonymous with the makings of modern tourism. This is partly because the beach as a desirable pleasure space did not become notable until the 19th century, following the defeat of sentiments of danger and strangeness through its gradual reinvention as a coastal resort and playground for pleasure.]]
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationThe Sage International Encyclopedia of Travel and Tourism
EditorsLinda L. Lowry
Place of PublicationU.S.
PublisherSage Publications
Pages135-136
Number of pages2
ISBN (Electronic)9781483368924
ISBN (Print)9781483368948
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2017

Keywords

  • tourism
  • beaches
  • seaside resorts

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