Understanding Vietnamese youth camping tourism: The roles of motivation, benefit perception, attitude, and place attachment

Tourist communities have enjoyed the benefits of tourist development in various regions and have paid the associated costs, resulting in different attitudes towards tourism development in World Heritage Sites. On this basis, this study takes the Mount Sanqingshan National Park, a World Natural Heritage site, collects 330 examples of perceptions of residents of tourism communities, relies on social exchange theory and community participation theory, uses structural equation modeling as a technical methodology, and constructs a conceptual model, including perceived benefits and costs, community satisfaction, and place attachment as mediating variables from the view of tourism’s social, economic, environmental, and heritage protection impacts. The study shows that: first, the perceptions of benefits have a significant positive influence on place attachment and community satisfaction; second, the perceived cost has a significant negative influence on place attachment, and a negative influence on community satisfaction does not hold true; third, place attachment has a full mediating effect on tourist cost perception and satisfaction, a partial mediating effect on tourist benefit perception and satisfaction, and a significant positive effect on community satisfaction. Finally, we propose the ‘SHE-ABC’ framework of WHS tourist community satisfaction based on the perspectives of heritage tourism impact perception and place attachment. The results of the study have theoretical value and practical guidance to sustainable development, tourist industry, and community management of World Heritage Sites.

Based on the Park City concept proposed by the Chinese government in response to rapid urbanization, urban parks should be constructed to be open and shared to enhance place attachment. Research indicates that visitors’ perceptions of urban green space benefit their management and people’s quality of life. However, how the landscape perception of urban parks is associated with residents’ place attachment is poorly understood. This study aimed to gain more empirical insights into the associations between the perceived quality of urban parks and the two components of public place attachment (i.e., place dependence and place identity) in Park City, China. An online survey collected 237 questionnaires from Huancheng Park visitors in Chengdu City (the pilot city of the Park City concept). The questionnaire included three parts: demographic characteristics, landscape perception (i.e., nature, serene, space, refuge, culture, prospect, and social), and a place attachment scale. Factor analysis and regression analyses were subsequently conducted. The results indicated that (1) landscape perception is more able to affect place identity than place dependence, (2) the dimensions of landscape perception (excluding space and social) had a significant positive effect on place attachment and place identity, and (3) the dimensions of landscape perception (except serene) had a significant positive effect on place dependence. Therefore, during construction, nature, culture, prospect, and space dimensions of urban park landscape perception should receive more attention to enhance the public sense of identity and belonging and promote Park City’s sustainable development.

In order to better shape tourist satisfaction and loyalty, the theories of place attachment, leisure benefits, satisfaction, loyalty were used as the research perspective to research the formation mechanism of tourist satisfaction and loyalty. The structural equation model and bootstrap of Amos were utilized to test for direct and mediating effects. The study showed that: (1)place attachment can promote tourists' perception of leisure benefits;(2)place attachment is under a significant direct effect on tourist satisfaction and tourist loyalty;(3)leisure benefits make a significant positive impact on tourist satisfaction;(4)place attachment and leisure benefit influence tourist loyalty through tourist satisfaction;(5)the path ‘place attachment → leisure benefits → tourist satisfaction → tourist loyalty’ was verified, highlighting the essential role of leisure benefits and tourist satisfaction in the relationship between place attachment and tourist loyalty. The study suggests that the relevant departments of tourism destinations should pay more attention to establishing an emotional connection with tourists, improving service quality, and creating a good atmosphere for the travel experience.

This study investigates the interrelationships between camping motivation, benefit perception, camping tourism image, and camping intention among Vietnamese youth, using ExpectancyValue Theory (EVT) as a theoretical framework. A quantitative, cross-sectional survey was conducted with 346 participants aged 18–30, recruited through online platforms and oncampus distribution using a non-probability convenience sampling technique. Data were collected via a structured, self-administered questionnaire and analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLSSEM) and FIMIXPLS segmentation. Results reveal that social interaction, skill development, and relaxation significantly influence benefit perception, which positively affects both camping tourism image and camping intention. The camping tourism image also mediates and moderates the relationship between benefit perception and intention. Notably, intellectual stimulation did not significantly impact benefit perception. Importantly, as a key result, the FIMIX-PLS analysis revealed two distinct latent segments with different motivational configurations: one driven primarily by social interaction-oriented benefits and the other emphasizing relaxation and stress-relief motivations, highlighting meaningful heterogeneity within the youth camping market. These findings offer theoretical contributions to EVT and practical insights for tourism stakeholders to design targeted, appealing camping experiences that align with young travelers’ preferences.

A hybrid choice modelling approach to estimate the trade-off between perceived environmental risks and economic benefits

Multifunctional landscapes provide critical benefits and are essential for human well‐being. The relationship between multifunctional landscapes and well‐being has mostly been studied using ecosystem services as a linkage. However, there is a challenge of concretizing what human well‐being exactly is and how it can be measured, particularly in relation to ecosystem services, landscape values and related discussions.In this paper, we measure self‐reported well‐being through applying an inductive free‐listing approach to the exploration of the relationships between landscape multifunctionality and human well‐being across 13 rural and peri‐urban sites in Europe.We developed a face‐to‐face online survey (n = 2,301 respondents) integrating subjective perceptions of well‐being (free‐listing method) with mapping perceived ecosystem service benefits (Public Participation GIS, PPGIS approach).Applying content analysis and diverse statistical methods, we explore the links between well‐being (i.e. perceived well‐being items such as tranquillity, social relations and health) and social‐ecological properties (i.e. respondents' sociocultural characteristics and perception of ecosystem service benefits).We identify 40 different well‐being items highlighting prominently landscape values. The items form five distinct clusters: access to services; tranquillity and social capital; health and nature; cultural landscapes; and place attachment. Each cluster is related to specific study sites and explained by certain social‐ecological properties.Results of our inductive approach further specify pre‐defined conceptualizations on well‐being and their connections to the natural environment. Results suggest that the well‐being contributions of multifunctional landscapes are connected to therapeutic well‐being effects, which are largely neglected in the ecosystem services literature.Our results further point to the context‐specific character of linkages between landscapes and human well‐being. The clusters highlight that landscape‐supported well‐being is related to multiple interlinked items that can inform collective visions of well‐being in the future.For landscape planning and management, we highlight the need for place‐specific analysis and consideration of perceptions of local people to identify the contributions to their well‐being.Future research would benefit from considering the experiential qualities of value and well‐being as they relate to direct experiences with the landscape and wider psychological needs, specifically over time.A freePlain Language Summarycan be found within the Supporting Information of this article.

This paper explores the experiences of households affected by coastal erosion. In England alone 82,000 properties are predicted to be at risk by 2100. The paper advances the understanding of the effects of coastal erosion upon residential mobility decision-making, via interviews with residents living in areas of coastal risk along the Holderness Coast in the UK, the fastest eroding coastline in Europe. The research illustrates that whilst moves into the areas at risk are seemingly irrational, they are in fact the result of upon intuitive and individual judgments of perception of risks and benefits. Participants report the negative impacts of erosion in the study area (e.g. loss of physical infrastructure), yet it was also clear they derived many benefits from living within the study area, including the appreciation of the seascape and access to natural amenities. There was also a strong emotional connection associated with the Holderness Coast meaning that many participants were unwilling to move away. For some, the negative impact upon house prices meant some household’s financial resources could not support a move away from risk, for others the benefit of a discounted home served to encourage a move into the area, despite the presence of risk. The evidence has several implications for the management of coastal erosion. Whilst outright compensation is not advocated in this paper, there is a clear need for additional support for relocation, which should include financial support for roll-back and provision of appropriate and suitability located alternative accommodation, particularly for lower-income households. Highlights Amenity benefits and attachment to coastal areas can outweigh perceptions of the risk of coastal erosion. Low house prices due to coastal erosion can attract individuals to move to areas at risk. Lack of financial and practical support as well as place attachment can prevent or discourage households to move away from risk. Physical decline and perceptions of unfairness regarding coastal management can foster mistrust between local institutions and residents.

This study aims to evaluate the role of community stakeholders in fostering sustainability within tourism development, with a focus on Langkawi, Malaysia. It seeks to propose a comprehensive model that highlights the influence of residents' perceptions (as key stakeholders) of community empowerment, political trust, and place attachment on their support for sustainable tourism. This study proposes a conceptual framework based on stakeholder theory and conducts a thorough examination of stakeholders' perspectives on tourism development, considering both positive and negative impacts. A comprehensive literature review is adopted in this research. The study reveals nuanced insights into stakeholders' attitudes towards tourism development and sustainability. It identifies the intricate interplay between perceptions of community empowerment, political trust, place attachment, and support for sustainable tourism initiatives, contributing to a deeper understanding of the dynamics surrounding sustainable tourism. Findings indicate that positive perceptions of benefits encourage active resident engagement in STD. Practical implications suggest that local authorities, destination managers, and policymakers should prioritize involving residents in tourism planning, building trust, and empowering communities. By addressing both social and environmental concerns, sustainable tourism can ensure long-term success and balance development with conservation. The proposed model lays the groundwork for future empirical analyses to yield meaningful insights for governments and tourism planners, facilitating informed policy-making and decision-making processes regarding residents and tourism development in developing nations.

This study focuses on understanding the factors that affect the intention of using financial technology among young Vietnamese in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. Fintech studies are abundant in developed countries and mainly focus on consumers’ conditions, awareness, habits, and capital. These are expected to differ significantly from the situation in developing countries. We have reviewed factors that can affect the user’s intention, including the Perceived Benefit (PB), Perceived Risk (PR), Belief (B), and Social Influence (SI), and rely on the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) and the Theory of Reasoned Action (TRA) model in this research. The survey sample comprises 161 Z-generation consumers with strong flexibility and knowledge about the use of Fintech. We use the PLS-SEM (partial least squares structural equation modeling) analysis method with the SmartPLS software (SmartPLS GmbH, Oststeinbek, Germany) to evaluate the research model. We find that the Perceived Benefit (PB) has the most significant impact on the intention to use Fintech, followed by Belief (B). However, in general, the factors are not significant, perhaps due to many reasons that are intrinsic in Vietnam. Based on this result, service providers, policymakers, and researchers can calibrate the development and research for the following stages. We offer findings different from the previous research, thus especially extending the literature on young people.

This study investigates community attitudes toward sustainable tourism development in Labuan Bajo, a national priority destination in Indonesia. Using survey data from local residents analyzed through Structural Equation Modelling (SEM), the research examines the influence of tourism development potential, sense of place, and perceived tourism impacts on community support. Results indicate that sense of place and development potential significantly strengthen both collective and personal benefit perceptions, which subsequently foster greater support for sustainable tourism. The novelty lies in integrating sense of place with perceived benefits to explain local support, extending existing studies that have predominantly emphasized economic or environmental dimensions. Practically, the findings provide actionable guidance for policymakers and stakeholders by demonstrating that sustainable tourism strategies must incorporate local perceptions and place attachment to secure long-term community endorsement and ensure the success of destination development initiatives.