Planning an accessible expo 2020 within Dubai’s 5 star hotel industry from legal and ethical perspectives
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 19554266 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Stephanie Morris (0000-0002-9005-4680, Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management), Scolah Kazi, Scholah Kazi (0000-0002-7371-6275, Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management) |
| Year | 2016 |
| Volume | 2 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Pages | 88-94 |
| Publication date | 2016-03-14 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Journal of Tourism Futures (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 2055-5911 • E-ISSN: 2055-592X |
| Publisher | Emerald (PUBLISHER) |
| DOI | 10.1108/jtf-04-2015-0020 |
| OpenAlex | W2342666004 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 1 |
| References cited | 8 |
Purpose The purpose of this paper is to provide an understanding of the accessibility laws currently in effect in the United Arab Emirates and, specifically, Dubai. Further, it recommends methods of integrating accessible hospitality and tourism in Dubai with core legal and ethical direction in preparation for EXPO 2020. Design/methodology/approach Review of current legislation and analysis of interpretation by industry providers was used to illustrate the impact on the current accessibility environment in Dubai and to recommend a revised regulatory scheme. Findings The paper explains how legal and ethical issues have influenced the planning and building of 5 star hotels in Dubai, and offers recommendations for amendments and additions to the region’s current laws that address needs of people with disabilities (PwD). Originality/value Little research has been conducted in the region concerning the rights and needs of PwD. The paper significantly contributes by demonstrating how an ethical and legal framework will address the needs of PwD thereby aiding in Dubai’s successful hosting of EXPO 2020. This contribution is notably opportune in view of the anticipated changes in applicable legislation
Business · Hospitality · Legislation · Originality · Political science · Public relations · Tourism · Computer Science · Cruise Tourism Development and Management · Diverse Aspects of Tourism Research · Engineering · Law · Recreation, Leisure, Wilderness Management
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