Effects Of Tourism Research Articles

A Mediation Model Explaining the Intention to Attend Game Events: Identity Centrality, Harmonious Passion, and Gaming Social Capital

Game events, such as game conventions and esports tournaments, have gained tremendous appeal as thriving tourist attractions. Despite this, there has been limited investigation of this emerging phenomenon in the existing literature on event tourism and event management. This study proposes a structural model to explore the relationships between the identity and passion of video game players and their behavioral intention to participate in on-site game events. The model specifies identity centrality and harmonious passion as antecedents, with gaming social capital serving as a mediator. Our findings reveal that whereas the centrality of identity as a gamer did not directly and significantly influence players’ event attendance intention, its indirect effect through gaming social capital was significantly positive. Harmonious passion, on the other hand, both directly and indirectly affected players’ behavioral at the significance level. In the analysis, gaming social capital functioned as a reliable mediator for bridging these relationships.

The impact of event tourism on tourism facilities operating in Azerbaijan

The impact of event tourism on tourism facilities operating in Azerbaijan

Augmented Reality Cartography and Urban Economic Dynamics: Quantifying the Synergies Between 3D Mapping Technologies and Cultural Event Tourism

This study investigates the adoption and economic impact of Augmented Reality (AR) cartography in cultural tourism contexts. Drawing on the Technology Acceptance Model and cultural tourism literature, we examine how perceived usefulness, ease of use, and enjoyment influence AR adoption, cultural event experiences, and local economic outcomes. The study employs a quantitative approach, utilizing structural equation modeling to analyze data collected from 487 participants at a major cultural event. Findings reveal that AR cartography adoption significantly enhances cultural event experiences and increases local business spending, both directly and indirectly through extended length of stay. Demographic factors, particularly age, gender, and education level, moderate these relationships. Notably, the study demonstrates that AR use creates a virtuous cycle of improved experiences, longer stays, and increased spending. This research contributes to the literature by providing empirical evidence for the economic benefits of AR in cultural tourism, extending beyond previous studies that focused primarily on user satisfaction and behavioral intentions. It also offers practical implications for destination managers and policymakers, suggesting that investment in AR infrastructure could yield substantial economic returns. The study opens new avenues for research into the role of immersive technologies in driving sustainable economic development through cultural tourism.

РЕГИОНАЛИЗАЦИЯ КАК ФАКТОР РАЗВИТИЯ МУЗЕЕВ ПОД ОТКРЫТЫМ НЕБОМ: НА ПРИМЕРЕ РАБОТЫ МУЗЕЯ-ЗАПОВЕДНИКА «ТОМСКАЯ ПИСАНИЦА»

In the article, the author examines the role of open-air museums in the context of globalization and regionalization. Globalization, destroying the boundaries between cultures, leads to their standardization, while regionalization is aimed at preserving the uniqueness of local traditions. Museums play an important role in the regionalization process. Having specific features that distinguish them from other institutions, they are able to preserve and represent the material and spiritual culture of the region, use their spatial advantages to create tourist destinations, as well as develop event tourism by organizing festivals, historical performances and other events. In addition, the use of information and communication technologies makes it possible to virtualize expositions and attract a new audience. The Tomsk Pisanitsa Museum-Reserve is a successful example of the effective use of all the above-mentioned development methods. Since its foundation, it has been actively developing, creating new exhibition complexes, organizing interesting events, using the capabilities of the virtual environment.

New model of sports tourism with sustainable tourism development to increase tourist arrivals in Central Aceh Regency, Indonesia.

This study explores the development and implementation of a new sports tourism product called "Run H2O Ride" as a strategy for sustainable tourism in Indonesia. The research employs a research and development (R&D) methodology, focusing on identifying potential issues, conducting literature reviews, designing the product, validating the design, and undergoing product development. A combination of discussion group forums (FGD) and expert judgment decisions was used to design the new sport tourism model. The effectiveness of the model was assessed through limited product tests, main product tests, and operational product tests involving respondents from the local community and tourists. The results indicate that the "Run H2O Ride" model has been well-received, with positive feedback on its suitability and effectiveness in attracting tourists and enhancing the local economy. The study concludes by recommending further research to refine the model and emphasizes the importance of local government support and community participation in sustainable tourism development. Theoretical implications highlight the significance of sports tourism events in promoting tourism, while practical implications suggest alternative solutions for increasing tourist visits and improving destination image. Policy recommendations for local governments are proposed to adopt and implement sports tourism events, aligning with long-term development plans for regional tourism growth.

Effects of Sports Tourism on Leisure Satisfaction in College Students

Leisure, sports, and tourism have been significant economic drivers around the world. Understanding the leisure satisfaction of college students who participate in sports tourism can provide a different perspective on the field. This study examined the effects of demographic characteristics, pre-event research of sports tourism destinations, and visiting of local attractions on the leisure satisfaction subscales in the psychological, educational, social, relaxation, physiological, and aesthetic categories. The results revealed that female students who participated in sports tourism had a significantly higher level of leisure satisfaction than males on the LSS educational and aesthetic subscales. Those who did research on sports tourism before attending a sports tourism event had a significantly higher level of leisure satisfaction on all subscales except for the physiological category. Lastly, those who experienced additional attractions and amenities had a significantly higher level of leisure satisfaction on the educational, social, relaxation, and aesthetic satisfaction compared with those who did not. Sports commissions and promoters need to make sure online information on additional amenities besides the sporting event can be easily found. The findings of this study should be considered by practitioners to promote of the aesthetic, social, educational, and relaxing aspects of the sports tourism locations.

Why Do Local Residents Oppose Olympic Bids? An Electoral Perspective from Calgary 2026 (Supplementary)

This supplementary file includes the survey questions for the file Why Do Local Residents Oppose Olympic Bids? An Electoral Perspective from Calgary 2026

The Impacts of COVID-19 Pandemic on Heritage Tourism in Malaysia:A Review

Over the past several decades, the tourism industry centered on cultural sites has evolved into one of the most active and rapidly increasing economic sectors across the globe. This is especially true in countries that are home to a large number of heritage monuments. According to reports provided by the Minister of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, the cultural tourism industry contributed 551 million Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) to the country's economy over the course of the preceding three (3) years prior to the COVID-19 epidemic. In addition, more than seventeen (17) million individuals participated in cultural tourism events during that period. However, ever since the COVID-19 pandemic happened, the tourism heritage business in Malaysia has undergone a big economic collapse economically. As a result, the earnings of a great number of individuals have suffered as a result of this. This article presents a brief investigation of how the COVID-19 outbreak has impacted Malaysia's heritage tourism industry by doing a thorough evaluation of existing studies and statistics from the local government and offering an analysis of the findings. According to the findings of this study, the revenue generated by the heritage tourism industry in Malaysia dropped by an amount equivalent to 50% in the year 2020 compared to the previous year. In addition, there was a decline of more than one hundred thousand (100,000) jobs in sectors of the economy that are directly connected to tourism. It is common knowledge that the COVID-19 outbreak has caused enormous losses for the economy of the country; despite this, the findings of this study shed light on the extent to which these losses damage the economic viability of the heritage tourism sector.

Японське життя в стилі аніме як туристичний ресурс

Nowadays, the business card of Japan, along with high-quality cars and advanced technologies, is such a tourist phenomenon as anime - cartoons, series and computer games in a characteristic Japanese artistic design style, which is distinguished by qualitative differences and, of course, its original drawing. Unlike cartoons from other countries, which are intended mainly for children's audiences (such as, for example, cartoons produced by the company "Walt Disney Productions" (USA), Japanese anime is designed for teenage and adult audiences, which is why it has gained worldwide popularity. Аnime сartoon characters always have cute hairstyles and sport figures, but the main thing that sets them apart is very large eyes, which, according to the Japanese, speaks of the desire of their owner to contact the outside world. Together with the heroes of anime cartoons, goods in the style of " kawaii" with the use of children's accessories were produced and the style of behavior of young people "cosplay" - reincarnation into cartoon characters with appropriate clothes and behavior became fashionable the anime subculture received a concentrated expression in 2010-2020 in the Tokyo district of Akihabara. Such a youth cultural phenomenon, similar to demonstratively careless clothing and the behavior of London hippies in the 1970s and 1980s, turned out to be a powerful tourist magnet, attracting first tens and now hundreds of thousands of visitors. Moreover, a festival called AnimeJapan has been held for ten years, where every year there are more exhibitor companies that produce anime films, series, computer games; "anime" goods, organize viewing of anime film productions in offline and online formats. In 2023, such a festival already attracted hundreds of thousands of "cosplayers" from Japan and abroad and turned into a powerful tourist event.

COVID-19 vs event tourism: utilizing technology as a solution?

The COVID-19 pandemic that hit the world caused eventts in various countries to be canceled. Given the importance of eventts in tourism, this study aims to analyze the organization of eventts during the pandemic: how technology plays an important role in eventts and the eventt model that eventt organizers and participants prefer. A qualitative approach was used by presenting the results of in-depth interviews and the study of documents and literature related to the study. The study concluded that technology has been used in various tourism eventts abroad including in Indonesia. 'Virtual' eventts are still a debate between 'love' and 'hate' about the experience gained by participants, the costs incurred, and the multiplier effect received by the destination. Virtual Face to Face (VFF) is a new genre for eventts in Ubud Bali with the priority eventt model being the preferred VFF Art, Culture, and Entertainment event.

Bimtek Job Description: Basic Understanding And Methodology Of Preparation

The Sidomulyo Tourism Village Development Program aims to overcome various problems related to the preparation of job descriptions in it. Sidomulyo Tourism Village, like many other tourism destinations, faces challenges that need to be overcome so that its operations run more smoothly. One of the main problems faced is the vagueness in the job description which can lead to misunderstandings between workers and managers of Sidomulyo Tourism Village about duties and responsibilities. Sometimes, hired workers do not have qualifications according to the job description, which negatively affects worker performance and satisfaction. Another challenge is crafting job descriptions for unique positions such as tour guides or event organizers who have specific duties. Changes in tourism trends or the local environment can also affect workers' duties. Limited resources for training are an obstacle in improving workers' understanding of their work. Understanding local culture is also important in the tourism industry. To solve this problem, the program offers a solution. Clarification of job descriptions through discussion with workers to identify vagueness. Evaluate the qualifications of workers to ensure conformity with job requirements. Implementation of training programs, workshops, or field trips. Evaluate the impact of training to measure improvements in worker understanding and performance. Adjustment of job descriptions according to the results of evaluations and changes in the industry or environment. Flexibility in dealing with changing tourism trends and the local environment. The aim of the program is for participants to have a better understanding of their duties, history, culture, and local values. This will help them become better ambassadors for Sidomulyo Tourism Village, improve their performance, and contribute to the development of the tourism industry in the village as well as the preservation of the local environment. This program also produces accredited national articles and journals as documentation of the results of their service to the community

Factors shaping spectators’ consumption patterns: controversial arisings from an international sport tourism event

PurposeSport events’ contribution to the destinations’ local economy implies in-depth knowledge of the economic benefits generated by non-resident spectators (NRS). Thus, this study aims to answer: What is the profile and shaping factors of the consumption patterns of the several types of NRS in international surf tourism events?Design/methodology/approachA total of 263 questionnaires applied to the NRS of an international surf event were collected and analysed. The identification of the NRS profile and the predictive factors of their total expenditure were performed through the correlation of factors and multiple linear regression, respectively.FindingsMostly, the event attracted generation Y NRS, with a high level of education and regular sport practice. The results showed differences among the NRS: the “casuals” included more women than men; the “extensioners” integrated the NRS whose surfing practice is higher; the “event visitors”/”time switchers” mostly integrated the domestic tourism flows; the “casuals” and “extensioners” spent the most at the destination, and those whose intention to recommend/revisit the destination, respectively, was higher; and the shaping factor that most influenced the increase in NRS expenditure was the overnight stay, added by older age, higher education level and foreign origin.Originality/valueRegardless of the initial motivation that led to the trip to the destination, the results verified that the event’s attributes are capable of contributing to the recommendation/visitation of the destination. Consequently, the study of economic benefits (tangible and intangible) provided by sport events in destinations should be guided by an integrative analysis of NRS.

Effects of Sports Event Tourism Service on Social Imagery and Socioeconomic Benefit

Current sports tourism market focuses on sports events. In terms of economic benefits, it does not simply create tourism output, but also increases consumption to further boost the economy and increase employment opportunities. Sports tourism present great influence on modern life, and hosting sports events allows the organizers enhancing exposure and visibility as well as resulting in considerable tourism receipts for the place. Sports events would increase tourists’ consumption in host places and create new job opportunities and considerable income. Selecting people in Fujian Province, with experience in sports event tourism, as the research samples, total 800 copies of questionnaire are distributed. After removing ones without participating in sports event tourism and invalid/incomplete copies, 423 copies are valid, with the retrieval rate 53%. The research results show that sports tourists could feel the service provided by sports event organizers through actual participation and perceive certain value to achieve satisfaction and further promote social imagery and socioeconomic benefit and sports tourists perceiving quality and complete tangible products or intangible services in the activity and consistent sports tourism activity to the expectation before participation would present the worthy feeling and value and further positively affect the social imagery. According to the results to propose discussions and suggestions, it is expected to affect the social imagery and social benefit of host places in the future events to present good service quality and benefit domestic relevant events in the future.

Revisiting dynamic linkages among ecological sustainability, tourism, and climate change in China.

The research intends to inquire into the dynamic connections between ecological sustainability, tourism, and climate change. This novel approach aims to investigate the interdependencies among these three important variables. This research aims to examine tourism's effects on environmental sustainability in the face of global warming. We use a large dataset that comprises measures of tourist success, measurements of environmental sustainability, and climate change factors. Applying empirical estimation techniques allows a more detailed look at the data by accounting for variation across quantiles. The results of this study will aid in expanding our knowledge of the relationships among ecological sustainability, tourism, and climate change. To better understand the influence of tourism on ecological sustainability, it is helpful to quantify the interactions at various quantiles. Policymakers, stakeholders in the tourist sector, and environmental groups will find this information essential as they work to establish focused measures to encourage environmentally responsible travel and lessen the impact of climate change. This investigation also provides policy implications by shedding light on the interplay of tourist growth, ecological sustainability, and climate change reduction and offers research-based research solutions for achieving this delicate balancing action.

Pengembangan Desa Wisata Menggunakan Soar Model: Studi Kasus Desa Sekaroh Lombok Timur

Rural tourism is a priority to be developed by the government of the republic of Indonesia, thismomentum is an opportunity for villages in Indonesia to develop into tourist villages and improvethe community’s economy through tourism. Sekaroh tourism village is one of the rural tourism thathas the opportunity to become a tourist village. To make Sekaroh village a tourist village, variousstudies are needed to develop it towards a better direction. Therefore, the purpose of this researchis to formulate a strategy to develop Sekaroh village. This type of research is qualitative researchwith data collection methods used, namely observation, interviews, documentation and focus groupdiscussions. Meanwhile, the data analysis used is SOAR analysis (strength, opportunitie, aspirationand result). Based on the study that has been done, there are five recommendations in developingSekaroh village, among others, the formulation of village development planning throughcollaboration between stakeholders. Creating village branding into a marine tourism village,increasing community capacity through training in collaboration with academics and practitionersin the field of tourism, holding various tourism events regularly and scheduled into the calendar ofevents so as to attract many tourists to visit, and involving community groups in developing Sekarohvillage, with the existence of tourism activities can have a significant impact on improving theeconomy of the local community.

Why (Not) Participate in an Adventure Motorcycle Tourism Event?

Individuals’ participation in tourism recreation events can be constrained by a number of situational factors and can also be bolstered by key influences such as a desire for a particular social identity. This study extends the current body of research by investigating the effects of social identity, motivation, and perceived constraints on desire, and thus on the intent to participate in organized motorcycle tourism events. This research was carried out on a sample of participants at an internationally acclaimed motorbike event: the Transitalia Marathon. The results of the structural model indicate that social identity has a positive influence on motivation, the desire to participate, and the intent to participate. In addition, social identity has a negative, direct effect on perceived constraints, which in turn have a negative effect on motivation. This motivation has a positive, direct influence on the desire to participate. The practical and research implications of this study are presented herein.

KANO Model for experience quality measurement of wine tourism events

Abstract Visiting wine tourism events is an attractive part of a trip for holidaymakers and day visitors. Thus, wine tourism is an important niche market for Germany with its 13 wine regions. Experiences play an increasingly important role in the consumption of tourism services. Therefore, it is also important to organize wine tourism events in an experience-oriented way. The present research design uses the KANO model to determine the requirements for experience staging at wine events from the customer’s point of view. The aim of the study is to provide wineries and other wine tourism providers with recommendations for experience staging in order to increase the attractiveness of the events and to improve the economic success.

Cultural events' service quality, satisfaction and loyalty: a case on an annual cultural diversity event in Borneo

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to examine the hard and soft measures of service quality and visitors' satisfaction, which ultimately contribute to visitor loyalty to the destination, specifically in the context of the Borneo Cultural Festival (BCF) in Sibu, Sarawak (Malaysia).Design/methodology/approachThe study uses a quantitative research approach with 427 valid responses from domestic and international tourists of BCF and employs the cognitive-affective-conative theory to examine how the festival impacts visitor loyalty.FindingsThe findings indicate that both hard and soft measures significantly contribute to the service quality and visitor satisfaction at the BCF. Additionally, service quality and visitor satisfaction were found to positively influence destination loyalty, while the relationship between legibility and visitor satisfaction was not significant.Practical implicationsThe findings encourage the ministry and event organisers to adopt a destination event strategy that positions Sibu as an attractive event destination capable of attracting domestic and international tourists.Originality/valueThe findings of this study contribute to the existing body of knowledge on event tourism and destination loyalty by applying the cognitive-affective-conative theory. This study marks the first of its kind, analysing both the tangible (hard) and intangible (soft) measures of service quality and their impact on visitor satisfaction, ultimately influencing visitor loyalty to the destination, particularly in the context of the BCF in Sibu, Sarawak.

Cultural heritage and event tourism as a driver of a large historical town development (on the example of Avignon, southeastern France)

The authors investigate development resources and mechanisms for managing cultural tourism in Avignon, a large historical city (200 thousand inhabitants) located in southeastern France in Provence. The main attractions of the historical center are described (in the UNESCO World Heritage List), as well as famous theater festivals and other events, that form a very powerful tourist flow to this city on the Ron – over 3 million a year. A well-developed system of internal tourist arrangement has been studied, this system allows to use the Old City territory rationally without damaging valuable architectural objects. The surroundings of Avignon are briefly described – a picturesque cultural landscape, saturated with interesting historical and natural objects. Statistics characterizing the volume, composition and seasonality of tourist flow to Avignon is given.

International Congress Tourism, Adaptability, and Societal and Technological Transformations in the Pandemic Crisis

This study provides a conceptual approach to the congress system, a tourism sector particularly impacted by the pandemic crisis, but so far, only little studied in the literature. It focuses on the measures stakeholders adopt in the context of a significant crisis and structural changes. The main contribution of this work is a theoretical decoding of the metropolitan system of international congress tourism. It analyses the adaptation and shock absorption measures taken during the pandemic crisis by stakeholders of nine world cities in the context of structural transformations. The findings provide a better understanding of the adaptability of metropolitan stakeholders and societal and technological transformations in the event tourism sector.