Reorganized to provide foundational information at the very beginning of the text so that students are better prepared for applications and compliance scenarios that follow

Expanded coverage of contracts, including the role that the Internet plays

Includes a number of new "International Snapshots" offering insights from practicing attorneys and other professionals regarding differences between U.S. and international laws related to hospitality

Changes to the law have been updated and revised to ensure that the most current information is presented

New Web Exercises throughout