Border Country Tourist Behaviour Contemporary Issues and International Imigration Policies

Dr. I Wayan Thariqy Kawakibi Pristiwasa, M.M.Par.

Dr. I Nyoman Budiarta, S.E., S.Sos., M.Par.

The book Border Country Tourist Behaviour explores the dynamics of tourist behavior in border regions as unique social spaces where culture, economy, and community identity intersect intensely. Through a multidisciplinary approach, it explains how social, economic, geographical, and cultural factors shape cross-border travel patterns, and how the characteristics of border communities generate mobility that differs significantly from that of conventional tourists.

In addition, this book highlights various contemporary issues influencing border tourism in today’s global era, from climate change, cross-border security, and risk management, to digital transformation featuring technologies such as biometrics, e-visas, and smart borders. These issues are examined in depth to provide a clear understanding of the new challenges faced by states and travelers in managing and undertaking international mobility.

The book offers a comprehensive discussion of international immigration policies, including their historical development and their implications for human movement. With systematic and relevant analysis, this book serves as an essential reference for academics, tourism practitioners, policymakers, and anyone seeking to understand the close relationship between tourist behavior, global issues, and immigration regulations in an ever-changing world.