Developing the Frontiers of Casino Tourism

‘This timely and outstanding book, written by a respected commentator and acknowledged expert on casino tourism, is essential reading both for specialists in the field and those interested in the broader touristic significance of a growing and economically important business. The specific focus on east and southeast Asia offers uniquely detailed insights into an area of the world where tourism is evolving rapidly. The author provides a wealth of data on, and analysis of, the role being played by casino tourism in this process of evolution. Highly recommended.’ -Dr Roy C Wood, Visiting Professor, Hertfordshire Business School, University of Hertfordshire, UK. ‘I would highly recommend this book to anyone interested in delving into the captivating world of casino tourism, particularly in East and Southeast Asia. As someone who is always been fascinated by this subject, I was thrilled to discover that the author, a renowned figure in the field, has poured extensive knowledge and insights into its pages. The book not only presents ten thought-provoking research questions that guide readers through the evolution of casino tourism in the region, but it also introduces an ingenious analytical framework that offers a fresh perspective on its development. For me, this book has been an enlightening exploration, shedding new light on the world of casino tourism in East and Southeast Asia.’ -Dr Amy Siu Ian So, Associate Professor, Department of Integrated Resort and Tourism Management, University of Macau, China ‘Casino tourism boomed in East and Southeast Asia after Macau opened the sector to competition in 2004. Many other jurisdictions soon followed, including Singapore, in the context of a turn to an integrated resort model, with each jurisdictions adopting its own variation. This book discusses the key policy choices and compares various regulatory models, institutional settings, and their economic and social implications. It is an invaluable resource to understand modern regulatory approaches to the casino tourism industry in Asia.’ -Dr Jorge Godinho, Associate Professor, Instituto Superior Manuel Teixeira Gomes (ISMAT), Portimão, Algarve, Portugal