Fairer-Wessels, Felicite A.2008-01-172008-01-172004Fairer-Wessels, FA 2004, 'Web-based information systems : the development of Leisuredigest.com - a South African tourism website', Mousaion, vol. 22, no. 1, pp. 52-69. [http://www.journals.co.za/ej/ejour_mousaion.html] or [http://www.unisa.ac.za/default.asp?Cmd=ViewContent&ContentID=20129]0027-2639http://hdl.handle.net/2263/4220This article addresses the development of a Web-based tourism information system within the South African context. The development of Web-based information systems in tourism is briefly mentioned. The discussion focuses on the Leisuredigest.com website as a case study, its design, features, products, usability, adaptability, individuality, navigation, pricing, maintenance, marketing possibilities and problem areas. The article offers a view of the status quo within its particular context emphasising the need for further developments in the field to address global trends in the need for tourism information.137174 bytesapplication/pdfenUnisa PressWeb-based information systemSouth African tourismLeisuredigest.comTourism informationWeb sites -- South AfricaTourism -- South Africa -- Computer network resourcesArticle