Combining critical theory with real-world insights, Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism provides a modern, inclusive approach to the hospitality and tourism industry. Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism offers a practical overview for undergraduate students to understand key facets of the hospitality, tourism and events industry, including food and beverage management, hotel and lodging management, the recreation and leisure industry, and travel and transport. As the industry rapidly evolves with significant shifts in demographics, technology and global interconnectedness, this book prepares students to navigate these changes in their future careers by providing a solid foundation in core principles while highlighting the importance of embracing diversity and innovation. This book includes practice advice from leading hospitality and tourism professionals alongside global real-world examples from Hilton, Marriott, Sodexo and UN Tourism. Each chapter has in-text learning features such as chapter summaries, learning outcomes, scenario-based learning exercises, real-world examples and reflective questions to help students apply hospitality and tourism industry theory to practice. It is supported by online resources of PowerPoint slides, videos and additional reflective questions and real-world examples. Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism is ideal for undergraduate students taking introductory level modules in Tourism and Hospitality Management.