Beyond the Books: Teaching Tourism Through Stories and Experiences

Join us as we chat with Danielle Capps, Assistant Professor in Hospitality at Appalachian State University's Walker College of Business. Danni brings a deep passion in distillery tourism, consumer behavior in the bourbon industry, wine tourism, and hospitality employee well-being. She teaches students about the vast opportunities within the hospitality and tourism industry, empowering them to apply their knowledge in meaningful ways. In this episode, Danni shares insights on how we can create emotional connections through our travels and how storytelling can inspire responsible tourism.