The Ethics of Volunteering in Tourism

This timely and topical book offers a concise and targeted exploration of the ethical dimensions inherent to volunteering in tourism. Interdisciplinary in scope, this volume delves into the nuanced interplay of factors such as the climate emergency, the phenomenon of flight shaming and the pervasive influence of social media.

Konstantinos Tomazos holds a PhD in Volunteer Tourism and is Senior Lecturer in International Tourism at the University of Strathclyde in the United Kingdom. He directs his scholarly endeavours towards exploring avant-garde trends and specialised niches within the realm of tourism, meticulously analysing their profound impact on the industry and the myriad stakeholders involved. Dr. Tomazos is a prolific presenter and author, showcasing and publishing his insightful research on diverse facets of tourism. His expertise extends to dissecting the intricate processes that propel emerging tourism niches from the periphery into the mainstream. Notably, his scholarly focus extends to the fascinating domain of alternative tourists, intricate tourism micro-niches, and the transformative realm of "next-gen" travellers.

1.Setting the Scene 2.Altruism, Service, Spirituality, and Volunteering in a Neoliberal Motif 3.Volunteering in Tourism: Service, Spectacle, and Making a Difference 4.Winning Hearts and Minds Epilogue and the Ten Principles of Volunteering in Tourism