"Anyone who has been to Manila, Bali, or Bangkok is aware of the plight of the locals who despise and yet want the presence of tourists. . . . Ness focuses on the Philippines . . . to examine the delicate balance between preserving one's way of life while being open to the increasing demands of tourism."—Choice
List of IllustrationsPrefaceA Note About Pseudonyms1Tourism and Culture32Davao Arrival233Davao Understandings of Tourism374The Excessive Destination: Pear Farm Beach Resort655Pearl Farm Beach Resort: Tourate Perspectives786The Flagship Destination: The Samal Island Tourism Estate1087The Samal Island Tourism Estate: Tourate Perspectives1268The Home Away from Home: Marjorie's Inn1739Local Expressions of Leisure: Beach Parks20310Conclusions231Notes245References283Index297Acknowledgments301