Computational modelling and simulations in tourism: A primer

Abstract

The aim of this contribution is to briefly sketch and discuss the main issues that concern the activities of modelling and simulating complex phenomena and systems. The focus is on numerical and computational techniques. We discuss the validity of these methods and examine the different steps to be taken for ensuring a correct, accurate and reliable implementation. The approach is essentially of general methodological nature, regardless of specific techniques or tools.

Keywords

• Complex systems
• Modelling
• Simulations
• Numerical and computational methods