In May 1993 the British Mountaineering Council met to discuss the future of high altitude tourism. Of concern to attendees were reports of queues on Everest and

This book offers a critical account of the historical evolution of mountaineering and its relation to the phenomenon of tourism, providing an overview of recent

In May 1993 the British Mountaineering Council met to discuss the future of high altitude tourism. Of concern to attendees were reports of queues on Everest and

Mountains have long held an appeal for people around the world. This book focusses on the diversity of perspectives, interaction and role of tourism within thes

This book offers a critical account of the historical evolution of tourism through the identification and discussion of key turning points. Based on these consi