Time shift, leisure and tourism

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Time significantly influences the leisure and tourism industry, shaping how individuals allocate their time now and in the future, which will have profound implications for these markets. Emerging patterns of time allocation and hybrid lifestyles are increasingly blending with recreational activities, while traditional leisure practices are evolving. Key factors driving these changes include long-term declines in economic growth, extended periods of education, rapid technological advancements, and globalization. Edited by Klaus Weiermair, Harald Pechlaner, and Thomas Bieger, this volume explores crucial developments in leisure and tourism behaviors linked to time allocation changes. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the overarching forces that will impact future time patterns. Renowned experts will examine various influences, including the interplay between education and leisure, working hours and leisure, recovery and wellness, mobility and technology, and e-tourism. Readers will gain essential insights into how shifts in time allocation will reshape the leisure and tourism sectors, learning how these markets will evolve in response to changing patterns. This work offers practical and strategic insights for understanding ongoing trends, aiding in the development and management of innovative leisure and tourism products, services, and experiences.