Title of Paper
To Travel or Not to Travel: Exploring Food Allergy Policy in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry
Abstract (150 Words)
Approximately 15 million Americans have documented food allergies (CDC, 2013). While travel is becoming more accessible for many people around the world, food allergic sufferers and their families must deal with numerous obstacles and restrictions while traveling. This research paper explores the role of food allergy and policy in three primary areas of the hospitality and tourism industry: airlines, hotels and attractions. While there is limited existing research on food allergy in the context of restaurant safety, management, and education, there is no current study analyzing the associated perception of traveling with life threatening food allergies. Are food allergy sufferers and their families staying home, traveling less, or selecting specific types of trips under certain conditions? This preliminary exploratory research attempts to delve into this previous uncharted territory
To Travel or Not to Travel: Exploring Food Allergy Policy in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry
Approximately 15 million Americans have documented food allergies (CDC, 2013). While travel is becoming more accessible for many people around the world, food allergic sufferers and their families must deal with numerous obstacles and restrictions while traveling. This research paper explores the role of food allergy and policy in three primary areas of the hospitality and tourism industry: airlines, hotels and attractions. While there is limited existing research on food allergy in the context of restaurant safety, management, and education, there is no current study analyzing the associated perception of traveling with life threatening food allergies. Are food allergy sufferers and their families staying home, traveling less, or selecting specific types of trips under certain conditions? This preliminary exploratory research attempts to delve into this previous uncharted territory