Using Mexico and Cuba as reference points, this course will discuss various aspects of tourism, including economic development, politics, the environment, social dimensions, spatial effects, and its representation. We will look at different types of tourism and travel, such as cultural tourism, sex tourism, beach tourism, ecotourism, adventure tourism, and political tourism, and take into account issues of race, gender, place, and class. The course will also address globalization and other concepts that relate to tourism, as well as food preparation, imagery, music, and dance. Alex Saragoza is a professor of history in the Department of Ethnic Studies at UC Berkeley. He has served as director of the UC Study Center in Mexico, chair of the Center for Latin American Studies, and director of International Educational Programs. He is currently researching tourism in Mexico and Cuba and has led study tours for the California Alumni Association and UC Berkeley Extension. His newest work will be published this year in the essay collection Holiday Encounters. Wednesdays, January 28-March 4 (6 classes) 1:30-3:30 pm Location: University Hall, 2199 Addison Street, Room 41B olli.berkeley.edu