This Is An Investigative Travelogue, Written As The Author Journeys Around The World, From Theme Park To Golf Course, From Sunlounger To Ecolodge. At Each Destination We Hear From The Key Protagonists, The Holidaymaker, Waiter, Hotelier, Souvenir-seller, Tour Guide, Environmentalist And Local Politician. His Discoveries Of What Lies Behind The Glossy Veneer Of A Resort Hotel Makes For Sober Reading. Introduction -- Two Degrees From Meltdown: Chamonix, France -- A Line In The Sand: Dubai, United Arab Emirates -- The Model State: Kerala, India -- A Pitching Wedge Away From The Sand Trap: Benidorm, Spain -- A Massage For Mr Average: Bangkok And Pattaya, Thailand -- The Trail On Trial: Bangkok And Ko Phi Phi, Thailand -- The Dragon And The Mouse: Sanya And Hong Kong, China -- All At Sea: Miami, Florida -- Turtles And Towers: Cancun, Mexico -- Green Gold: La Fortuna, Costa Rica -- Party Politics: Ibiza, Spain -- Kamikaze Sex And Kalashnikovs: Tallinn, Estonia -- Cleared For Take-off: Six Miles High -- The Final Call: Conclusion. Leo Hickman. Includes Bibliographical References (p. [387]-400).
Author: Leo Hickman
ISBN: 9781903919996
Format: Paperback
Pages: 416
Dimensions: 148 x 232