The hospitality industry is a broad category of fields within the service industry that includes various businesses and services linked to leisure and customer satisfaction. It is generally recognized as a section of the wider service industry, focusing on leisure rather than more basic needs. The goal of the hospitality industry is to provide customers with an enjoyable experience, whether that enjoyment comes from eating a good meal, staying in a comfortable hotel room, or attending an event. The hospitality industry includes the following sectors:
- Food and Beverage Industry
- Lodging Industry
- Recreation Industry
- Travel and Tourism Industry
- Meetings and Events Industry
Each sector covers a broad range of fields, providing a wide range of different services. The hospitality industry is a vast sector that includes all the economic activities that directly or indirectly contribute to, or depend upon, travel and tourism. The hospitality industry is comprised of various businesses and services linked to leisure and customer satisfaction.