Destination assessment for the lifestyle and entertainment landscape, the standard´s expansion case study

Abstract

This thesis presents a case study elucidating the critical importance of conducting a destination assessment for hotel development and expansion. The study focuses on three key domains: the hotel industry, the F&B industry, and the lifestyle and entertainment landscape. Initiated in response to a challenge from The Standard Development Team, which involved a comprehensive destination assessment for Porto. The outcomes of this study serve as a practical teaching tool, offering guidance for destination assessments and aiding in the conceptualization of new hotels. The research reveals the fundamental nature of destination assessment for hotel development and expansion and provides contemporary approaches for implementation.