Effects Of Overtourism Research Articles

OVERTOURISM AND DESTINATION BRANDING: THE MEDIATING ROLE OF FUNCTIONAL AND EMOTIONAL VALUES AMONG TOURISTS

Purpose – This research note offers an integrative model of destination branding in the context of overtourism in an ecotourism destination. This study examines the impact of overtourism on the functional and emotional values and destination branding. Design – A quantitative research design was used. The research findings were collected through purposive sampling and a cross-sectional approach. Methodology/Approach – Three hundred and thirty-three (333) valid responses were utilised for hypothesis testing. Measurement of the study model and their interrelationship were examined based on Partial-least square-Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM). Findings – The empirical results revealed that overtourism impacts tourists’ functional and emotional value and positively influences destination branding. In contrast, overtourism impacts both tourists’ functional and emotional values adversely. As predicted, tourists’ functional and emotional values mediate the relationship between the effects of overtourism and the destination branding. Originality of the research – This study makes a unique theoretical contribution to the destination branding literature by integrating and empirically testing the interrelationships between overtourism impacts, functional values, emotional values, and destination branding from the tourists’ perceptions. The results of the study are also valuable for destination managers and policy makers to develop sustainable destination branding for their respective tourism destinations.

Geoheritage and overtourism: a case study from sandstone rock cities in the Czech Republic

Abstract Sandstone districts are among the most visited and popular geosites in the Czech Republic. Unfortunately, they are often affected by the harmful effects of mass tourism, referred to as overtourism. Sandstone geosites are very vulnerable owing to the rock's relative softness, and large numbers of visitors can be a threat to them as they accelerate the intensity of their degradation. The overtourism situation then brings other negatives not only to the geosites but also to their surroundings. This paper describes the reasons for the overtourism situation in Czech rock cities, the effects of overtourism on geosites and communities living in their vicinity, and possible solutions from the perspective of nature conservation and tourism management. The data come from field observations, interviews, and publicly available data on the development of the number of visitors to tourist destinations. The results showed that overtourism is a widespread problem in the Czech rock cities, damaging these geosites and negatively affecting the residents of the surrounding villages. In addition, it is necessary to act quickly because the number of visitors to these geosites is continuing to grow in the long term. The article proposes three measures that should mitigate the harmful effects of mass tourism: communication with the visitors, destination management and the protection of geosites. However, for these measures to work, a strategy must be developed that will be respected by all of the main actors in the local tourism industry, and these measures should be targeted at specific problems. This example is typical of the general problems encountered in any geotourism site, and such remedial strategies provide an example of what could be applied to avoid problems elsewhere.

The Impact of Intensive Tourism Development as Perceived by Residents of a Popular Tourist Resort – the Case of Białka Tatrzańska, Poland

Purpose. The presented paper is aimed at detecting attitudes towards tourism development among inhabitants of the fast-developing and modern ski resort Białka Tatrzańska - Poland. Method. To investigate the impact of tourist traffic on the life of Białka Tatrzańska inhabitants, an empirical survey was conducted. The survey was conducted among 160 residents of Białka Tatrzańska. A research questionnaire contained twenty questions grouped into pairs. Each pair was dedicated to one of the earlier detected possible effects of over-tourism and one of the questions was connected with the appearance of the effect in Białka Tatrzańska, while the second was about the same impact on respondents’ everyday lives. Findings. The results allow to confirm that inhabitants of Białka Tatrzańska show a much higher level of acceptance regarding the negative consequences of tourism than previously observed in big cities. The respondents confirmed that this negative impact is present in their location, but their quality of life is not influenced strongly by that. Additionally, the results confirmed that local people participate in economic profits derived from tourism development in the case of resorts that followed the catalytic development path. Research and conclusions limitations. The research was conducted at one tourism resort and its characteristic features could have impacted the results. Some statements might have been consequences of the catalytic genesis of the resort and its remarkable success. Research also needs to be replicated in other countries and resorts not connected with winter sports. Practical implications. The results need to be replicated at resorts of another genesis (integrated or mixed), of other types (seaside resorts), and in other countries. Additionally, the very successful position of Białka Tatrzańska on the tourism market can influence the rather enthusiastic attitude of residents towards tourism. Originality. There are numerous studies in which residents’ attitudes are presented towards tourism and tourists in cities, while studies on over-tourism at resorts and nature-based destinations are much more concentrated on the ecological effects of tourism development and impressions possessed by tourists. The paper is focused on the impact of tourism development on residents’ lives, basing on the example of a very successful example of a Polish catalytic ski resort. Type of paper. Research paper.

Indicators for Tourism Competitiveness from the Society’s Perspective: A Delphi Study

ABSTRACT There are several perspectives to studying Tourism Destination Competitiveness (TDC). Nevertheless, society’s point of view received less attention from scholars. From theories of tourism competitiveness and social management, we defined a list of variables to analyze competitiveness as a tool to achieve social progress. Posteriorly, we used a Delphi method to validate and optimize the proposition with a group of experts from different countries. Panel experts evaluated the model, determinants, and variables for TDC from the resident’s perspective of a tourism destination and they reduced the 65 initial variables to 42, grouped into six determinants. The findings deepen an aspect that is scarce in the literature on TDC and provide a new perspective on metrics for tourism that complement the traditional viewpoint. The result is a model that monitors Tourism Destination Competitiveness to avoid adverse effects of overtourism and contribute to the Beyond GPD approacht.

Is Caribbean tourism in overdrive? Investigating the antecedents and effects of overtourism in sovereign and nonsovereign small island tourism economies (SITEs)

PurposeDrawing on theories of development economics and sustainable tourism, this research explores the differences between sovereign and nonsovereign small island tourism economies (SITEs) and identifies the antecedents and effects of overtourism in the Caribbean.Design/methodology/approachThe research design is based on a comparative case study of selected Caribbean SITEs. Case study research involves a detailed empirical inquiry that investigates a contemporary phenomenon within its real-life context. The main purpose of a case study is to provide a contextual analysis of the conditions and processes involved in the phenomenon under study. A comparative case study is an appropriate research methodology to explore new multi-faceted concepts with limited empirical evidence.FindingsThe results confirm previous studies that nonsovereign SITEs have a distinctive overdrive toward tourism specialization. Moreover, the findings indicate that overtourism is driven by both global and domestic policy factors and generates significant economic volatility, social inequality and ecological stress. The paper discusses the tourism policy implications of the evolving economic disconnectedness, environmental decay and social tensions in SITEs in the Caribbean.Originality/valuePolicy recommendations are presented for transitioning toward a more inclusive development and strengthening the resilience of small island tourism development in the Caribbean.

On the path towards understanding overtourism – cruise tourism and the transportation infrastructure

ABSTRACT Networked technical infrastructure systems are regarded as Critical Infrastructures due to the essential role they fulfil for the functioning of cities. Moreover, they are essential for the development of tourism. As a result of the yearly growth of the tourism sector, several cities are affected by the negatively perceived impacts of tourism, recently labelled as overtourism. The pressure on networked technical infrastructures caused by increasing tourist numbers turns out to be one of the effects of overtourism. Especially cruise tourism has to be addressed in this context due to its temporal and spatial concentration. This article points out that the temporal and spatial concentration of cruise tourism leads to congestions and overcrowding of the transportation infrastructure, which affects the quality of local life and the authenticity of the tourist experience. It will be argued that the criticality of the transportation infrastructure is essential for its ability to create spaces for authentic experiences. Thereby, this article is set to link infrastructure and tourism research and to contribute to a better understanding of the effects of overtourism.

Over the Caribbean Top: Community Well-Being and Over-Tourism in Small Island Tourism Economies.

The Caribbean is one of the most tourism-intense regions of the world with rising levels of over-tourism, especially in dependent small island tourism economies (SITE). More critically, mounting socio-ecological pressures are compounded by increasing climate change and enduring social vulnerabilities, thereby challenging traditional policies and paradigms of growth and sustainability. Drawing on previous studies of inclusive development and community well-being, this research paper frames and extends the phenomenon of over-tourism from a political economic perspective. Based on a historical account of small island tourism development, an in-depth case study of Aruba is presented. Recognized internationally as the ‘One Happy Island’ and one of the most tourism-dependent small island economies, the findings yield a contextualized understanding of the complex and dynamic nature of over-tourism, and identify the main antecedents and effects of over-tourism. The study discusses the evolving economic disconnectedness, environmental decay, social inequality, and institutional failures. The findings describe the role of institutional capture and policy drift which stem primarily from political as well as market forces, and have resulted in a gradual marginalization of community well-being and agency. The paper proposes an extended conceptualization of over-tourism in small island tourism economies by explicitly recognizing that the crux of the over-tourism conundrum in SITE is political in nature and institutional by nurture. Recommendations are provided for transitioning towards community-driven development by building capabilities and pathways for innovation, internalization, and institutionalization in order to strengthen the resilience of small island tourism development.

The Attitude of Tourist Destination Residents towards the Effects of Overtourism—Kraków Case Study

Scientific research into the effect of tourist traffic in a tourist area have shown that the excessive concentration of tourist traffic leads to overcrowding in attractive locations, over-advertising, and aggressive commercialization, which lower the aesthetic quality of tourists’ experiences and result in the degradation of natural and cultural resources. The effect of excessive tourist numbers is an increase in the price of services, rental fees, and real estate. In historical cities, it causes the gentrification of historical districts. One of the social effects of an increase in tourist numbers is a change in attitude amongst residents towards tourists. This change is dependent on how residents perceive the positive and negative effects of tourism. The appearance of a negative attitude among residents towards tourists is a result of exceeding the social carrying capacity limits, that is, the ability to accept changes as they take place. This article assesses the attitudes of residents and tourist service providers in Kraków with regard to increasing tourist traffic and the ongoing process of change in the cityscape leading to the gentrification of districts most often visited by tourists. On the basis of a study of 518 respondents, including 371 city residents and 147 representatives of the tourist industry (hotel owners, restaurateurs, and tourist service providers), an assessment is made of their attitudes towards the specific problems of tourism development in Kraków. The research results indicate a variety of attitudes among interested parties, thus confirming the research hypothesis that actors display varied approaches with regard to the further development of tourism in Kraków. The conclusions drawn could prove useful in shaping the city’s policy on tourism according to the idea of sustainable development, by taking into consideration the current and future needs of all interested parties.

Sustainable tourism certification, local governance and management in dealing with overtourism in East Africa

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to understand the causes and effects of overtourism within the East African region. The paper examines how national governments address the problem of overtourism in East Africa and determines underlying principles and best practice in sustainable tourism certification, local governance and management in dealing with overtourism.Design/methodology/approachTo address the objectives, the researcher conducted an exploratory experience survey research design. The study examines the different articles in the subject area and interview findings of practitioner respondents. Based on a review of the existing dimensions of overtourism, the effects of overtourism and local governance, the study sought to derive a holistic (systemic and integrated) perspective on the subject matter.FindingsThe paper presents valuable evidence from industry practitioners on the effects of overtourism in East Africa by classifying the effects as psychological, physical, economic and socio-cultural. Further, the paper examines how East African governments address the problem of overtourism and gives recommendations on ways to enforce, govern and coordinate implementation of tourism regulations and policies in East Africa.Originality/valueThis paper is the first to address overtourism in the context of East Africa, examining different local and innovative approaches to dealing with the impacts of overtourism in an East African context.