This course introduces students to the concept and practice of heritage tourism, focusing on the relationship between cultural heritage, history, and tourism development. It examines both tangible and intangible forms of heritage—from historic sites, monuments, and artifacts to living traditions, languages, and practices that shape community identity.
Students will explore heritage as a form of cultural production and expression, analyzing its economic, social, and cultural significance through global and local case studies. The course also highlights the importance of sustainability, policy frameworks, and emerging trends that influence heritage management and interpretation today. Emphasis is placed on the Philippine context, situating it within the wider global heritage landscape to encourage critical reflection on how tourism can safeguard and celebrate heritage for future generations.