Sustainable Development Of Tourist Destinations Research Articles

Residents’ attitudes toward land lease for rural tourism

Residents’ attitudes toward land lease are a crucial factor in the success of tourism development, especially in developing countries like China, where land lease has emerged as a significant means for developers to obtain rural land for tourism purposes. Nevertheless, the absence of longitudinal field research, which could offer more profound insights into residents’ attitudes compared to cross-sectional studies, contributes to the persistent “attitude-behavior gap” in sustainable tourism. Using a field research method and taking Longtan Village in China as a typical case, this study focuses on changes in residents’ attitudes toward land lease and the mechanism underlying these changes. The findings show that Longtan residents’ attitudes toward land lease for tourism development changed from “anxiety and collective objection” to “ambivalence and individual differences” and finally to “expectation and collective support”. Residents’ attitudes were determined by the transaction risk arising from the conflict between formal and informal institutions in the context of social transformation. The findings provide implications for tourism managers to achieve the sustainable development of tourist destinations in developing countries.

Perceptions and Realities of Lisbon: An Examination of the Image of a Tourist Destination

Destination image is related to comprising cognitive, emotional, and conative components and includes an individual's thoughts, ideas, and perceptions of a place. Images consistently coincide with the internalisation of distinct perspectives, demonstrating that people have different perceptions of the destiny. Influences include media, authority figures, music, and movies. Although the experience may not match their initial expectations, these effects form their preconceived beliefs and expectations of a trip. Accordingly, it is important to explore the trustfulness of the positioning of tourist destinations to ascertain its alignment with the expectations of tourists. Given that, Lisbon has been regarded as one of the foremost European cities in recent years, owing to its high level of accessibility and its multifaceted sensory attributes, it was deemed pertinent to investigate the perceptions of the visitors towards the city. The present study used a mixed methods approach, incorporating a multimedia component that showcases various locations in the Lisbon region with open-ended questionnaires to gather the perspectives of the tourists and a closed-ended questionnaire that inquiries about the primary factors that attract visitors to Lisbon. This analysis employed graphical representations, including word clouds and graphics to explore the identified impressions. The research revealed a robust association between cultural, historical, and aesthetic variables and the choice of travel destination. Certain visual representations highlight the imperative of pursuing sustainable and responsible development to mitigate the potential for enduring degradation. This holds significance as certain images are linked to instances of environmental and social irresponsibility. The study also revealed that History and Heritage emerged as the most significant factors that attract individuals, followed by Cultural Attractions, Weather and Climate, Gastronomy, and Panoramic Views and Landscapes. A notable perception exists regarding the insufficiency of sustainability and eco-friendly practices, underscoring the necessity for targeted sustainability endeavours to promote responsible and sustainable development of tourism destinations. Indeed, additional research on the contrast of perception and reality at the location is needed to evaluate the picture provided to visitors. However, understanding tourist-relevant areas like Lisbon is a good foundation for advertising them, allowing various stakeholders to make authentic and valuable marketing decisions.

Comparing AlUla and The Red Sea Saudi Arabia’s Giga Projects on Tourism towards a Sustainable Change in Destination Development

This paper examines architecture for tourism, focusing on destination design. In the past forty years, tourism destinations and their impact have been affected and transformed by emerging topics such as the impact of social media and the necessity of sustainable indicators in the tourism industry. In the global panorama of ongoing tourism transformations, Saudi Arabia has recently established new governmental opening regulations that started in 2019 for visitors and tourist visa entry. The country is facing a rapidly transforming economy, and new destinations for tourism will impact the country’s growth in the coming years as part of the Sustainable Destination Program in alignment with the ambitious targets of the Saudi National Vision 2030. The adopted methodology of the study compares selected parameters of two significant Saudi Arabian case studies, AlUla and The Red Sea Project (TRSP), for the ongoing sustainable tourism destination development of planned tourist giga projects. According to the findings, AlUla and TRSP demonstrated an intense commitment to sustainable tourism through their efforts concerning protected areas, environmentally friendly transport, and significant rewilding and reforestation. The research’s conclusion emphasizes Saudi Arabia’s commitment to innovative thinking, long-term growth, and sustainable tourism. The study’s implication is primarily suited for destination design; it suggests potential applicability even in smaller-scale tourism development projects or additional comparisons in sustainability design approaches in diverse contexts, particularly in the MENA region.

Perceived Value and Behavioral Intention of Chengde homestay tourists based on Cognition-Affection-Conation

Against the backdrop of the new era, changes in tourism consumption demand have led tourists to prefer diversified, autonomous, and personalized tourism products and services in the process of tourism experience. They long for in-depth experiences as well as emotional identification and communication during travel. As a new industrial form emerging in China in recent years, the homestay industry has become a major attraction for tourists because it integrates beautiful scenery, creativity, and comfort, and each establishment has its own unique characteristics. Perceived value, as a comprehensive evaluation made by tourists of the perceived benefits and losses of tourism products or services in a specific context, is a source of competitive advantage. To achieve sustainable development of tourist destinations, exploring the formation mechanism of tourists' positive behavioral intentions has become an important research topic in both academic and industrial circles. Based on the "cognition-emotion-intention" relationship theory, this article explores the relationship between perceived value, satisfaction, place attachment, and behavioral intention among Chengde homestay tourists. Using quantitative research methods, questionnaire surveys, random sampling, descriptive statistical analysis, reliability and validity analysis, variance analysis, factor analysis, correlation analysis, and regression analysis, 450 questionnaires collected from tourists who have experienced Chengde star-rated homestays were analyzed. The results show that the behavioral intentions of homestay tourists are directly affected by place dependence, place identity, and perceived value, while indirectly influenced by tourist satisfaction. These findings provide reference value and significance for homestay owners, management departments, investors, local residents, and homestays in other regions.

Tourism destination sustainability: The systematic literature review

<p>The sustainable development of tourism destinations is a continual and evolving process crucial for long-term value and well-being. However, the existing literature reveals a gap in understanding how to effectively evaluate the sustainable development of tourism objects, with a predominant focus on developed countries. This raises concerns about the applicability of similar strategies in underdeveloped nations. This study employs an analysis of the scientific literature to address the identified research problem. We propose a more inclusive and comprehensive approach to sustainable tourism management, aiming to equalize the distribution of economic, social, and cultural dimensions. Our focus is on developing a theoretical evaluation model that goes beyond conventional frameworks and includes both broad and narrow dimensions. The research uncovers that sustainable development, as presented by various authors, encompasses economic benefits, environmental protection, and social dimension management. We introduce a sustainability management model that surpasses existing systems, offering a holistic perspective. Moreover, we emphasize the significance of voluntary publicity for environmental and socio-cultural activities in enhancing a tourism destination’s image and societal value. Our study contributes a theoretical evaluation model based on global criteria for sustainable tourism. This model not only evaluates the dimensions of coherence broadly but also incorporates specific criteria for a nuanced analysis of the current situation and potential opportunities. The proposed framework aims to guide tourism destinations in achieving economic benefits without compromising the environment and prioritizing the well-being of local communities, thus fostering a more sustainable and equitable development process.<strong></strong></p>

Stakeholder Analysis on PAL 16 Tourism Development in Cikole Village

Tourism is a sector that is well-developed in Greater Bandung. One of the places that has potential for tourism is PAL 16 in Cikole Village, this research article presents a stakeholder analysis conducted to assess the development of tourism in Cikole Village, while also examining the impacts of tourism on the village itself. The study adopts a qualitative research method, utilizing stakeholder analysis and descriptive analysis as the primary research techniques. This research uses in-depth interview as data collection method for primary data. The research stages are data collection, data analysis, and conclusion drawing. The research findings highlight the key stakeholders involved in the tourism development process, which include the village government, community, academics, and tourists. The analysis underscores the importance of collaboration among these stakeholders to effectively develop tourism in Cikole Village. Furthermore, the study reveals that tourism in PAL 16 has had positive impacts on the economic, social, and environmental aspects of the village. Economically, tourism has created new business opportunities, stimulated the local economy, and generated income for the local community. Socially, it has fostered cultural exchange, promoted community engagement, and enhanced local pride. Environmentally, tourism development has encouraged conservation efforts, raised awareness about natural resources, and supported sustainable practices. This research contributes to the understanding of stakeholder dynamics in tourism development and emphasizes the need for coordinated efforts among stakeholders to maximize the benefits and minimize the negative impacts. The findings provide valuable insights for policymakers, local communities, academics, and other stakeholders involved in the sustainable development of tourism destinations.

Exploring the Relationship between Tourist Perception and Motivation at a Museum Attraction

Tourism activity represents one of the most dynamic and defining activities for today’s society. In this context, knowing the perception and motivation of potential tourists visiting a museum attraction represents an essential approach with implications for the sustainable development of tourist destinations. The research methodology used in the present study involved the complementary use of survey methods for data acquisition and multicriteria analysis to identify and establish relationships between perception and motivation. The results obtained from the present study show a synthetic picture regarding the perception and motivation of the tourists who visited the Crișului Land Museum from Oradea, Romania, on the one hand, and the relationships that were established between perception and motivation, on the other hand, thus confirming the research hypothesis that perception influences motivation. The perception of tourists after visiting the Crișului Land Museum in Oradea is determined by personal and interpersonal reasons, as well as by the way they perceive the visited site. The study originality consists in the use of mixed-method approaches to collect and analyze data, as a means to complement different data sources.

International tourism as a tool for inclusive development of region

The main purpose of the article is to determine the degree of interrelation of indicators of sustainable development of regions by forming models of sustainable development of tourist destinations as an inclusive tool of international tourism and building a model of sustainable development of tourist destinations. To analyze the situation, the authors consider a model that includes East Kazakhstan, Almaty regions and the city of Almaty. The study revealed the conceptual significance and influence of 6 indicators in the system of inclusive indicators of regional development. The development of tourism in an inclusive direction is one of the main directions in the national development strategies of international organizations and developed countries. Therefore, the study of international tourism as an instrument of inclusive development of regions reveals the relevance of this work. The main tools were generalizations, comparisons, economic, statistical analysis, as well as to determine each indicator of sustainability, the arithmetic mean of the indicators for determining the degree and value of the specific gravity was used, correlation analysis, Pearson linear correlation coefficients were used to correlate the indicators of sustainable development of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the regions under consideration. The authors propose an integrated approach as a tool for integration, systematization of the management process and indicators that affect the achievement of goals. It is recommended to form a mechanism in the field of ensuring the necessary level of stability of the development of tourist regions, allowing the formation of further mechanisms.

A study on the influence mechanism of perceived situational factors on young tourists’ pro-environment behaviors: Taking perceived coolness as an example

The sustainable development of tourism destinations is intimately tied to tourists' pro-environmental behaviors. Limited studies have explored the influence of factors such as emotions, morals, and rationality on tourists' pro-environmental behaviors. Although progress has been made in identifying the factors that predict tourists' pro-environmental behaviors, the mechanisms through which perceived situational factors impact environmental behaviors remain insufficiently understood. Furthermore, considering the evolving characteristics of the global population and changes in consumer behavior preferences, particularly the increasing use of coolness as a marketing tool targeting young people, this study develops a stimulus‒organism‒response (S–O-R) framework to examine the impact of perceived coolness on young tourists' pro-environmental behaviors and further investigates the gender differences in this relationship from the perspective of situated cognition. The approach used is deductive. According to data collected from 564 young visitors who attended the Strawberry Music Festival, males' perception of coolness directly influence their pro-environmental behavior, while females’ perception of coolness are indirectly influenced by place identity and psychological ownership. This study provides a valuable theoretical perspective on the influence of perceived situational factors on pro-environmental behavior among young tourists and offers insights for managers regarding promoting destination development and designing products.

The Contribution of Special and Alternative Forms of Tourism to the Sustainable Development of Tourist Destinations: Case Studies

The Contribution of Special and Alternative Forms of Tourism to the Sustainable Development of Tourist Destinations: Case Studies

Development of Useful Cultural Tourism Increase Labor Absorption and Income in Baubau City Souteast Sulawesi Province

This research was carried out in 2020. The problem of cultural tourism in Baubau City is low productivity and competitiveness caused by the not yet optimal utilization of the potential of cultural tourism resources, the lack of integrated promotion systems, weak policy implementation, and inadequate infrastructure supporting cultural tourism. The results of the CPI analysis show that cultural tourism in Baubau City: (1) Tourist destinations in the Wolio Palace area (a) Wolio Palace Mosque average value of CPI 629, (b) Tombs of the Kings of Buton with an average value of CPI 427, (c) Historical sites of the Wolio Kingdom average CPI value of 424, (2) Art tourism destinations (a) Buton traditional dances average CPI value of 737, (b) Buton regional songs average CPI value of 559. (3) Wolio cultural tourism destinations (a) Wolio traditional clothing culture average CPI value 607, (b) Haroa culture average CPI value of 579, (c) Pakande-kandea culture average CPI value of 580, (d) Gotong royong culture average CPI value of 767. Concern for cultural values related to the monumental value of the Wolio Sultanate is an important part of the sustainable development of tourist destinations. Preservation of Wolio culture as a method of designing preservation with the collaboration of local government, traditional leaders, and the private sector through cultural galleries, cultural promotion, and cultural festivals, so that the younger generation loves and preserves the culture of the Buton area which will contribute to employment and community income.

Research on Tourism Environment Carrying Capacity Evaluation of Tourism Demonstration Area Based on Objective Optimization Method in the Perspective of Territorial Tourism

Abstract Based on the analysis of the influence of core subjects on the carrying capacity of the tourism environment, this paper constructs the “PSR” mechanism and builds the urban tourism environmental carrying capacity index system from three perspectives of natural, economic and social components of the tourism environmental system. The article researches the tourism environmental carrying capacity from three perspectives: economic benefit, social benefit, and environmental benefit, and constructs the objective function from three perspectives: maximizing the average tourism economic income, minimizing the emission of pollutants, and maximizing the number of accommodated subjects. Taking the state of the tourism environmental carrying capacity index as the constraint, the multi-objective optimization model of tourism environmental carrying capacity is constructed, and the optimization model is simulated and solved with the help of NSGA-II to provide a reference for the choice of decision-makers scheme. According to the evaluation of the tourism environment carrying capacity by the formula, the tourism environment carrying capacity coefficient increased from 0.1118 in 2012 to 0.8434 in 2021. The natural tourism environment carrying capacity coefficient increased from 0.2686 to 0.7893, the economic tourism environment carrying capacity coefficient increased from 0.064 to 0.8183, and the social tourism environment carrying capacity coefficient increased from 0.0925 to 0.9248. The evaluation and optimization of tourism environment carrying capacity conducted in this paper are of practical research value for guiding the sustainable development of tourism destinations.

The Technology Acceptance on AR Memorable Tourism Experience—The Empirical Evidence from China

The application of augmented reality (AR) technology has revolutionized the memorable tourism experience (MTE) of travelers, while challenging traditional destination marketing practices. As AR technology emerges as a promising approach to enhancing tourists’ experiences in tourism destinations, it becomes increasingly crucial to delve into the specific mechanisms through which AR generates MTE. Therefore, this study integrated MTE into the various conceptual structures of the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), aiming to explore the antecedents and consequences of MTE formation within the TAM framework. Additionally, the specific relationship between TAM and different degrees of MTE was also discussed. The results indicated that perceived usefulness (PU) and perceived ease of use (PEOU) of AR technology are antecedents for MTE formation. In the High-MTE group, both PU and PEOU had a significant effect on MTE, but in the Low-MTE group, only PEOU had a significant effect on MTE. At the same time, the attitude towards usage (ATU) and the behavioral intention (BI) of AR are two significant consequences of MTE, in which ATU also plays the role of mediator between MTE and BI. Specifically, in the high-MTE group, MTE has a significant positive effect on both the ATU and BI of AR, while the Low-MTE group influences BI only through the complete mediating effect of ATU. This study enriched the existing literature by exploring a new model of using AR to enhance MTE, providing significant implications for future tourism research and the sustainable development of tourist destinations.

Deep Analysis of the Homogenization Phenomenon of the Ancient Water Towns in Jiangnan: A Dual Perspective on Landscape Patterns and Tourism Destination Images

Attractiveness plays a key role in the marketing activities that promote the sustainable development of tourist destinations. Many researchers have acknowledged that regional tourist destinations face challenges in attracting tourists due to homogeneity. Achieving sustainability of the ecological landscapes of tourist destinations, creating a unique image that differentiates them from other destinations, and fostering cooperative relationships among regional tourist destinations remain significant challenges. To investigate the reasons behind this and potential solutions to the homogeneity of tourist attractions in regional tourist destinations, our research team employed methods including landscape pattern analysis, tourist destination image analysis, principal component analysis (PCA), clustering algorithm (K-means), text analysis, word frequency analysis, sentiment analysis, and semantic network analysis. Through an in-depth examination of the homogenization phenomenon in the ancient towns of the southern Yangtze River, our research confirms that the spatial form of these ancient towns has become increasingly simple and scattered over time, with a concentration of the same land use types. Half of the sampled ancient towns had exhibited homogeneity in landscape patterns by 2020, with pronounced homogeneity observed in cultivated land, water networks, and hand-made land. Excessive commercialization has further contributed to the loss of local characteristics, resulting in homogeneity issues in the image of tourist destinations in the Jiangnan water towns and ancient towns. This article discusses the characteristics of homogeneity in the ancient towns of the Jiangnan water towns and their practical implications, offering valuable insights and experiences to tourism planners, designers, researchers, and other stakeholders engaged in the study of sustainable regional tourism destinations.

Investigating the Spatial-Temporal Variation of Pre-Trip Searching in an Urban Agglomeration

Search engines have been the primary tool for online information search before traveling. Timely detection and the control of peak tourist flows in scenic areas prevent safety hazards and the overconsumption of tourism resources due to excessive tourist clustering. This study focuses on the spatial-temporal interactions between the pre-trip stage and the after-arrival stage to investigate online information search behavior. Big data obtained from mobile roaming and search engines provide precise data on daytime and city scales, which enabled this paper to examine the relationship between daily tourist arrivals and their pre-trip searching from 40 cities within the Yangtze River Delta urban agglomeration. This study had several original results. First, tourists generally search for tourist information 2–8 days before arriving at destinations, while tourist volume and SVI from source cities show distance attenuation. Second, SVI is a precursor to changes in tourist volume. The precursory time rises with the increase of traffic time spatially. Third, we validated a VAR model and improved its accuracy by constructing it based on the spatial-temporal differentiation of search features. These findings would enhance the management and preservation of tourism resources and promote the sustainable development of tourism destinations.

Impact of Urbanization on Eco-Efficiency of Tourism Destinations

Under the dual background of climate change and post-epidemic economic recovery, the study of the eco-efficiency of tourism destinations in the process of urbanization is critical to promoting the green and healthy development of tourism. This paper selects tourism destinations in 30 provinces of China in 2000–2019 as the research object, calculates the economic efficiency and eco-efficiency of China’s tourism destinations by constructing the Super-SBM (Slacks-Based Measure) model and visualizes the spatial distribution pattern and evolution trend of economic efficiency and eco-efficiency of China’s tourism destinations through spatial hotspot and center of gravity analysis. The coupling model is used to find the coupling relationship between the efficiency of China’s tourism destinations (economic efficiency and eco-efficiency) and urbanization. Finally, Tobit panel regression is used to find out how urbanization affects the eco-efficiency of tourism destinations. The results show that: (1) the eco-efficiency of tourism destinations in China is higher than the economic efficiency, as well as showing a downward trend. (2) The economic efficiency of tourism destinations in western China has increased while the eco-efficiency has declined. (3) China’s tourism destinations are undergoing the process of transformation and restructuring, and have not yet reached the decoupling standard. (4) On the whole, the improvement in urbanization is conducive to promoting the economic and environmentally sustainable development of tourism destinations. The main driving indicators are the living standards for urban residents, urban resources and environment, the industrial structure, and the role of the government. This study attempts to find a balance between the economic benefits and ecological impacts of tourism destinations and alleviate the real demand for the rapid economic recovery of tourism destinations in the post-epidemic era and the tension between human activities and the ecological environment. The research results are expected to provide a path for the healthy development of tourism destinations in the process of China’s new urbanization and provide a reference for tourism destinations in developing countries similar to China.

The interactive relationship between ecological well-being performance and tourism economic development in major tourism cities in China

With the advent of mass tourism, the tourism industry has experienced unprecedented expansion in scale. The relationship between the tourism industry and ecology and society is a key issue in promoting sustainable development of tourist destinations. However, existing research has focused more on the relationship between ecological environment protection and tourism economic development, while neglecting the impact on human well-being in this process. Therefore, based on the concept of ecological welfare, this study explored the coupling coordination degree (CCD) and interaction relationship between the tourism economy development (TED) and ecological wel-being performance (EWP) of 58 major tourism cities in China, providing a more inclusive theoretical perspective and enriching the theory of sustainable tourism and ecological tourism. The results show that: (1) from 2004 to 2019, the EWP and TED of major tourism cities in China showed a steady upward trend. The improvement level of TED was more significant than that of EWP. (2) The CCD between EWP and TED of most tourism cities in China has been improved to varying degrees during the period from 2004 to 2019, especially in many inland tourism cities. (3) There is a dynamic interaction relationship between EWP and TED in major tourism cities in China during the research period, but a virtuous interaction has not yet been formed between the two. The results of this study can also provide practical insights for the sustainable development of urban tourism industry.

A Study on the Impact of Tourist Perceived Value and Satisfaction in Mountain Glacier Tourism Destinations: A Case Study of Dagu Glacier

Starting from the background of mountain tourism, studying the satisfaction of tourists in mountain glacier tourism destinations can not only reflect the overall competitiveness of tourism destinations, but also provide guidance for the development planning of tourism destinations. Through the correlation analysis of SPSS and smartpls, it is concluded that the satisfaction of tourists in Dagu Glacier Mountain Glacier tourism destinations is mainly influenced by the cultural environment, experiential value, resource value, and consumption of mountain glacier tourism destinations. Structural equation model analysis shows that tourism destinations ultimately form. a functional relationship of “one strong, four weak, and two weak”. Through relevant research, this article finally proposes suggestions for optimizing and improving tourist satisfaction from the perspectives of cultural environment, infrastructure, talent services, and comprehensive development of tourist destinations. These suggestions have certain reference value for improving tourist satisfaction and sustainable development of tourist destinations.

Framework and Perception Survey of Tourism Accessibility Concerning Regional Airports Based on Nexus Thinking: An Empirical Study in Ganzi Prefecture, China

Blocking regional communication is the beginning of the deterioration and even destruction of civilization. Accessibility is the principal condition for the development of mountain areas and the first barrier to the breakthrough of tourism. In this context, the lack of unified transportation planning and analysis of tourists’ perceptions leads to poor accessibility and consequently the sustainable development of tourist destinations. This paper considers Yading Airport, the highest civil airport in the world, located in the mountainous area of southwest China, as an example. Based on the computed results of traffic accessibility, this research elucidates tourists’ perception with Nexus Thinking of sustainability. Furthermore, in light of deconstructing the connotation of accessibility by questionnaire, subdivision dimensions together with certain factors are paraphrased. The paper ultimately puts forward the following concepts: (1) The perception of accessibility represents invariant material form in the subjectivity space and attributes of the flow space; (2) Taking perception as the variable, evaluation of accessibility is considered affected by residents’ attitudes; (3) Tourism accessibility represents the duality between tourist flow and airport security management. These conclusions demonstrate that, in certain regions, tourism has an effect on integrating elements and constructing identity. Relevant suggestions are presented in this paper for sustainable development that relate to tourism in mountainous areas.

Understanding the Uncivilized Tourism Behavior of Tourists: A Planned Behavior Model Based on the Perspectives of Cognitive Dissonance and Neutralization

Effectively regulating and managing the uncivilized tourism behavior of tourists is a key strategy for the sustainable development of tourism destinations. In this paper, the dissonance–neutralization model was proposed by integrating planned behavior, cognitive dissonance, and neutralization theories. Partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) was used to test the impact and effect of this model on the uncivilized tourism behavior of 387 tourists at natural heritage sites. Overall, the research results show the following: (1) Uncivilized tourism behavior is not only determined by behavioral intention and perceived behavioral control. Attitude, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control also all have a significant influence on behavioral intention. (2) Cognitive dissonance is a parallel predictor of behavior. (3) Neutralization techniques can effectively reduce cognitive dissonance, thus allowing uncivilized tourist behavior to continue.