Arthur Asa Berger's Deconstructing Travel is an engaging look into why people travel, examining travel and tourism as a cultural phenomenon through social, cultural, psychological, and economic forces. Starting off with classical expeditions in mythology, history, and literatures, Berger explores the role of travel in contemporary lives, from university travel-abroad programs to package tours and family vacations.

Chapter 1 Preface and Acknowledgments Chapter 2 Chapter One: Travelers and Tourists Chapter 3 Chapter Two: Aspects of Travel and Tourism Chapter 4 Chapter Three: The Uses of Travel and Tourism Chapter 5 Chapter Four: The Tourism Industry Chapter 6 Chapter Five: Travel Advertising: Images and Language Chapter 7 Chapter Six: Travel Writing as an Art Form Chapter 8 Chapter Seven: The Impact of Tourism Chapter 9 Chapter Eight: Disneyland and Walt Disney World Chapter 10 Chapter Nine: The End of the Road Chapter 11 Bibliography Chapter 12 Index Chapter 13 About the Author