Virtual Tour Research Articles

Cultural similarity and guest-host interaction for virtual tourism

Online experience program is a novel virtual tourism product in which guests can experience interesting activities online. However, the mechanism behind guest-host interactions for online experience remains unexplored. From the perspective of cultural similarity, this study tries to discover how guests review differently to native hosts and foreign hosts, as well as how hosts reply differently to native guests and foreign guests. Based on the data collected from Airbnb, we conduct empirical analyses from the perspectives of guests and hosts separately. Our results show that guests tend to pay more efforts when they write online reviews for native hosts, whereas hosts prefer to pay more efforts to foreign guests while making managerial responses. Our work not only sheds light on the user behavioral patterns for virtual tourism products but also provides multiple practical implications for the platforms, businesses, and guests in the sharing economy.

Virtual Tourism in Berastagi Based on Roblox Metaverse Post-Covid-19 Pandemic

Virtual Tourism in Berastagi Based on Roblox Metaverse Post-Covid-19 Pandemic

Gamification development in virtual tour Cau Belayu tourism Village

The use of digital marketing is not only specifically for business processes but can also be utilized in the tourism sector. Tourist information, especially tourist villages, can be easily searched via the internet and social media. There is no need to use conventional promotional media, print brochures or advertisements in the mass media, which will cost a lot, especially for tourism village managers. Virtual tour is an example of digital promotional media that is currently developing because it can display real tourist destinations without having to come to the location in person. However, virtual tours only display static images or videos and do not interact with users or tourists other than information, this causes the virtual tour to not have a significant effect on tourist interest to visit in person. There is a need for further development of virtual tours to make it more attractive to tourists to visit, one way is by combining it with other technologies, namely gamification. This research develops a gamification application on a virtual tour for Cau Belayu Tabanan Tourism Village. By applying gamification to the virtual tourist village tour, it is hoped that tourists will be able to experience a more enjoyable and significant impact on tourist interest in visiting the Cau Belayu Tabanan tourist village directly. The research method used refers to the MDLC (Multimedia Development Life Cycle). The research method consists of the stages of concept, design, material collecting, assembly, testing and distribution. The results of this study are in the form of a gamification application in the virtual tour of the Cau Belayu Tabanan Tourism Village which has the main features, namely games, gamescores and game finishes.

USE OF THE LATEST WEB TECHNOLOGY IN SCHOOL WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT

Students and teachers of SMK Negeri 1 Pontianak have achieved numerous academic and non-academic accomplishments, which, however, have not been documented and published on the school's website portal. This research employs a literature review method, studying various sources, including journals and the internet. The data used for this study has been collected and published in national online journals between the years 2017 and 2023. The researcher conducted a search for research journals published on the internet using Google Scholar, with a focus on full-text access. The abstract and full texts of the journals were carefully examined and analyzed. The research objectives and findings were extracted and analyzed using content analysis of the journals.The web-based school information system at SMK Negeri 1 Pontianak was developed to provide information and an overview of the school to the community, enabling them to familiarize themselves with the institution. The need for information related to both academic and non-academic aspects of students is also crucial for parents or guardians. The creation of a virtual tour using 360-degree photos is highly influenced by the choice of camera, selection of shooting spots, and photo stitching software. A 360-degree camera facilitates image capture compared to regular cameras, which are then merged to form panoramic photos. The Multimedia Virtual Tour 360 effectively describes the school's location.

PERANCANGAN APLIKASI SISTEM FORM VIRTUAL TOUR BERBASIS WEBSITE MENGGUNAKAN FRAMEWORK LARAVEL

Virtual tour is a change of flat landscape images into a round format. The virtual tour displays panoramas, videos, photos, floor plans or maps and may play sound depending on where the visitor is viewing it. In a virtual tour, visitors feel as if they are walking virtually through the scenery using a computer, television or cellphone. A virtual tour is an accurate simulation of a location that can be viewed 360 degrees, a website-based virtual tour can be accessed anytime and anywhere. Virtual tours can also be made using video recording devices such as cameras, smartphones, drones, etc., and will usually be displayed on a website. Virtual tours are useful for virtually guiding website visitors to places they want to go. When it is displayed on a website, it is necessary to have a virtual tour form to make it easier for an admin to enter data, save data, delete data, and change virtual tour data that will be displayed on the website so that it is easy for the data manager. Making an attractive and good website using the laravel framework, then using the programming languages php, html, css, and javascript. For the database using the MySQL database.

Actual and virtual food heritage walking tour for building better citizenship understanding (insight from Indonesia)

PurposeThis study aims to analyze the extent to which the walking tour in virtual version appeals to the younger generation and still provides lessons about cultural acculturation that can inspire citizenship today compared to an actual walking tour.Design/methodology/approachThis quasi-experimental design uses pre-test and post-test with structured interviews for data collection from five purposive participants who related the experience and storytelling that they experienced from the tours.FindingsThis study finds while virtual tours cannot replace physical walking tours because of real multisensory experiences, storytelling and guiding interpretation through virtual tours is more likeable than walking tours Due to some potential disturbance in the field. However, the guiding interpretation related to the message of multiculturalism still reaches tourists both through actual and virtual tours.Research limitations/implicationsThis study has limitations regarding the number of participants. A larger number of participants may provide greater objectivity. In addition, regarding the quasi-experimental method used, it is possible to have different results if the actual walking tour precedes the virtual tour, and this can be a broad discussion space for future researchers.Social implicationsPractically, this walking tour is expected to be a model for civic education, especially in Indonesia, which is delivered in a fun way through a walking tour.Originality/valueThis study offers a novelty regarding the development of a walking tour based on citizenship education, which can be seen from its impact on the younger generation when it is held virtually or actually.

Tourism Forecasting of “Unpredictable” Future Shocks: A Literature Review by the PRISMA Model

This study delves into the intricate process of predicting tourism demand, explicitly focusing on econometric and quantitative time series analysis. A meticulous review of the existing literature is carried out to comprehensively understand the various methods for forecasting “unpredictable” shocks of tourism demand on an ex-ante basis. The PRISMA method has been implemented. Drawing on scholarly research, this study pinpoints the critical challenges in accurately predicting tourism demand, making it a valuable resource for tourism professionals and researchers seeking to stay on top of the latest forecasting techniques. Moreover, the study includes an overview of published manuscripts from the current decade, with mixed results from the 32 manuscripts reviewed. The study concludes that virtual tourism, augmented reality, virtual reality, big data, and artificial intelligence all have the potential to enhance demand forecasting in time series econometrics.

Parasocial Interactions in Digital Tourism: Attributes of Live Streamers and Viewer Engagement Dynamics in South Korea.

This study investigates the use of live streaming as a strategic tool in the tourism industry, with a focus on the attributes of live streamers that influence viewer engagement, particularly in the context of South Korea's digital landscape. The purpose of this research is to understand how the attractiveness, trustworthiness, and expertise of live streamers can affect the parasocial relationships-characterized by perceived friendship and trust-between viewers and streamers and how these relationships subsequently influence viewer loyalty and cooperation intentions. A quantitative research methodology was employed, utilizing a structured online survey distributed by a leading market research agency in South Korea. The survey targeted a diverse demographic to ensure a comprehensive analysis of digital consumer behavior in the tourism sector. Data were analyzed using IBM SPSS Statistics 28.0 and IBM SPSS Amos 28.0, employing structural equation modeling to test the hypothesized relationships. The results revealed that while attractiveness and trustworthiness impact perceived friendship, only expertise significantly affects trust for a travel live streamer. Furthermore, perceived friendship plays a crucial role in fostering loyalty to and cooperation with the streamer, having practical implications for the tourism industry in terms of crafting marketing strategies and training digital ambassadors. Th study extends parasocial interaction theory to the digital travel domain, providing original insights into virtual tourist behavior and highlighting live streaming's significant contribution to viewer engagement. This research has limitations in its geographical focus on South Korea, suggesting the need for cross-cultural studies to validate the findings. Overall, this study offers valuable contributions to the academic literature and practical guidance for the tourism industry, emphasizing the importance of digital personalities in post-pandemic tourism recovery strategies.

Developing 360° Virtual Tours for Promoting Tourism in Natural Parks in Chile

In recent years, the tourism industry has undergone substantial transformations, integrating new technology to lead to a new era termed Tourism 4.0. These innovations enhance the customer’s travel experience. An emerging trend in travel technology is the application of virtual and augmented reality, facilitating virtual tours that allow tourists to explore destinations without physically being there. We present the experience of developing 360∘ virtual tours for reserves and natural parks across the four provinces of the Maule Region in Chile including information, 360∘ images and videos, as well as several other interactions. A descriptive and correlational analysis was carried out with a total of 147 participants that evaluated the virtual tour, showing a positive correlation between the perceived attractiveness of the 360∘ experience and behavioral intention. Participants had an overall positive perception of the virtual experience; they found it involving and attractive, felt immersed in the environment, and were able to make decisions and interact with static and dynamic objects. The contributions of the present work are as follows: the process and what has been learned and can be recommended based on the experience for developing 360∘ virtual tours, combining dynamic and stationary elements in 360∘ in a virtual experience, and the results of an exploratory study that present the interaction with and user perceptions of the virtual environment.

Research on the structure model of competitive factors of tourism information systems influencing socio-economic environmental performing arts industry in Anhui province based on SmartPLS analysis method

With the development of technology, tourism information systems are playing an important role in facilitating travel and enhancing tourist experiences. These systems include online booking platforms, mobile applications, virtual tour guides, and information centers that allow tourists to store destinations accommodation and provide valuable information about events and cultural experiences. The purpose of this study is to understand how socio-economic factors affect travel decisions and how the tourism information system takes advantage of technology so that tourists have valuable information and services can be provided. Looking for this relationship, the study enhances tourist experiences, helping local economies, and it wants to identify opportunities to promote sustainable practices that meet both tourist preferences and the needs of local communities. In the Anhui region of China, the study uses a survey method to gather data from 300 visitors at popular tourist destinations such as Zhiyuan Temple, Tunxi Ancient Street, Huangshan's granite peaks and twisted pines, and Wancuilou Museum. The data is analyzed using structural equation modelling (SEM). Convenience sampling, a non-probability sampling technique, is the foundation of this study. In the fictitious study's results, the effect of socio-economic factors on tourists' travel decisions, the importance of a tourism information system in enriching travel experiences, and the ability of tourism information systems to support local economies and promote sustainable practices can be included. In addition, tourism information systems can offer valuable contactless solutions for tourists, and there may be opportunities to use technologies such as virtual reality and agnate reality for immersive destination previews. The study offers perceptions on the variables that entertainers and artists should consider to maintain their system in the market and enhance the province's overall tourism offering. The research gap needs to be filled is how to improve the current models of Anhui province's tourism information system factors to better prepare visitors for consumer behavior. In addition to giving a more thorough understanding of consumer behavior and government policies regarding the technology used in the tourism information system, the research findings may serve to increase the overall quality of the tourism industry.

Development of a Museum Virtual Tour Based on the Art Steps Application of the Lae Meang Old Tomb Site, Pakpak Bharat, Indonesia

Development of a Museum Virtual Tour Based on the Art Steps Application of the Lae Meang Old Tomb Site, Pakpak Bharat, Indonesia

Leveraging digitalization and people-centeredness: an investigation of the attractiveness of Italian museums and cultural institutions

PurposeThe evolving visitors' expectations and the unfolding digital transformation compel rethinking on the service offering of museums and cultural institutions. Although digitalization and people-centeredness are widely exploited to enhance the visiting experience, there is limited evidence of their implications on organizational attractiveness. The article investigates this issue, examining the service attributes that entice visitors.Design/methodology/approachThe study collected secondary data from the latest census study by the Italian Institute of Statistics on museums and cultural institutions. Two hierarchical regression models have been run on a sample of large publicly owned organizations (n = 312) to identify the service factors that were most effective in attracting Italian and foreign visitors.FindingsMuseums and cultural institutions undergoing a digital transformation were more effective in attracting visitors. The delivery of virtual tours and online events captivated the Italian audience. Foreigners appreciated the opportunity to use applications augmenting the on-site visit.Practical implicationsDigitalization and people-centeredness improve the attractiveness of museums and cultural institutions. Using digital channels to engage visitors fosters their desire to interact with cultural heritage. Furthermore, digitalization enriches the on-site visit, expanding conventional services with virtuality. However, the adverse effects on cultural heritage should be carefully handled.Originality/valueThis study highlights the service attributes that add to the attractiveness of museums and cultural institutions, enabling them to engage visitors and improve the visiting experience.

ВИРТУАЛЬНАЯ ЭКСКУРСИЯ В ИННОВАЦИОННОМ ФОРМАТЕ КОММУНИКАТИВНОГО ОБУЧЕНИЯ РУССКОМУ ЯЗЫКУ

Introduction. The active search for new forms and means of teaching that enrich the teaching process and improve the quality of educational activities has led to the renewal of the arsenal of methodological tools in the methodology of the Russian language. Orientation to the development of students' communicative competence, reliance on system-activity, personality-oriented and communicative-activity approaches, active use of information and communication technologies in the learning process has led to the emergence of innovative forms and methods of communicative teaching of the Russian language. In this context, a virtual tour has become an important and relevant methodological tool.
 Aim. The purpose of this methodological study is to identify the educational potential of a virtual excursion in the process of communicative teaching of the Russian language.
 Methods: analysis, generalization, modeling.
 Results. The formation of this concept in the scientific and methodological literature, the specifics of using virtual excursions in the methodology of teaching Russian as a foreign language and as a native language are analyzed. The methodological potential of virtual excursions is shown, in the process of using which modern educational technologies (design and research and global simulation technology) can be integrated. The linguodidactic potential of virtual excursions for the intellectual, communicative and cultural development of students is described.
 Scientific novelty. Virtual tour is presented as an innovative form of communicative teaching of the Russian language, as a modern teaching method and as an innovative format of a modern Russian language lesson.
 Practical significance. The results of this study can be used in the practice of communicative teaching of Russian as a native and as a foreign language.

The Construction and Application of a Cloud Editing Digital Museum Oriented to Virtual Tour

The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the digital transformation of museums, and online virtual tours have become an important development direction for the cultural inheritance of museums in the present and future. Therefore, there is an urgent need for appropriate digital museum spaces to attract virtual tours of visitors. Firstly, the paper introduces the current situation of the digital transformation of museums around the world under the background of the COVID-19 pandemic and analyzes the challenges of digital museums in supporting virtual tours. Secondly, aiming at these challenges, we design a cloud editing digital museum architecture and develop a cloud editing digital museum system based on the requirement survey. Finally, the paper introduces the application cases and effects of the cloud editing digital museum system, such as the Zhejiang University History Museum and the China National Silk Museum, and analyzes them with the SWOT method. The SWOT analysis shows that the cloud editing digital museum has advantages in the virtual tour, such as the rapid construction of virtual museums, cost savings, update and maintenance, gamification experience, multiterminal support, immersion and fun, and maintaining visitors’ loyalty. It can provide a reference for museums’ digital transformation research and cultural inheritance applications.

Application of the Q-Slope Empirical Approach for Slope Stability Assessment of Spanish Mountain Roads in Winter—Combining Remote Techniques with Virtual Reality

The Q-slope (2015) geomechanical classification is the only empirical methodology for slope stability analysis that considers the effect of ice. This article shows the results of its application for icy slopes in Spain. Despite its sunny image, Spain is a mountainous country with cold winters. Slopes alongside a mountain road and a ski resort carpark have been studied in Puerto de Navacerrada (Madrid region) and Benasque (Pyrenees). This work combines the manual collection of geomechanical data on slope characteristics with an empirical analysis of slope stability and remote data acquisition techniques (Structure from Motion, SfM). The results of the field data collection are shown in a metaverse with two approaches: a 360° image virtual tour and a 3D image repository. One of the novelties of this work is that researchers who wish to replicate these analyses can access a table of input parameters and make a virtual field trip to see the parameters included in this study. The results show that the Q-slope methodology is useful for stability analysis and is conservative in terms of recommendations: All the slopes that are seen as unstable appear as such, but some slopes that do not present problems are shown as “transitional” slopes. The data and observations taken are useful for increasing the methodology database and for completing existing graphs of stable vertical slopes with good quality, as well as slopes with little slope and low quality.

How virtual tourism influences travel intention: a study combined with eye movement and scenario experiment

ABSTRACT To explore the impact of virtual tourism on travel intention, this study developed the model incorporating virtual tourism content and form, visual appeal, presence, virtual attachment, and travel intention. Eye movement experiments, scenario experiments, and questionnaire surveys were integrated. Analysis of 48 eye movement datasets and 210 survey responses indicated that virtual tourism affected travel intention mostly through visual appeal: (1) Regarding visual appeal, videos of real scenes were stronger than videos of virtual scenes, and videos of virtual scenes were stronger than pictures of virtual scenes. (2) Visual appeal had a direct positive effect on travel intention.

360 Virtual Tour for Online Tourism Promotion: A Study of Visual Indonesian Virtual Tour of Surabaya

The presence of increasingly advanced technology has affected positively the advertising industry. The presence of a virtual tour as an alternative to virtual tourism, for instance, has offered a new space for the travel experience as users can feel how it is to be in a certain place without having to go to that place directly. In addition, virtual tours are able to provide an initial description of how a tourist object is reviewed before traveling and be used as a virtual promotional medium. As used as a means of digital promotion, the visual depiction in the virtual tour should comply with the rules of the elements and design concepts of the virtual tour. Using content analysis through explanatory approach, the results of visual observations of virtual tour objects in Indonesian Virtual Tour are Surabaya virtual tourism objects which are described even though they have fulfilled several elements of the design concept but still need to take a more selling point of view to the visitors in the case of their visit to be used as a means of tourism promotion.

Impact of the Application of Artificial Intelligence on Human Resource Management in the Tourism Companies Sector.

Digital transformation and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies have become some of the fastest-growing and most widespread concepts around the world today, especially in light of the rapid developments in the field of information and communication technology, which has become an active and influential part of the tourism and hospitality industry through the reliance on electronic platforms and virtual tourism. Therefore, the study aimed to identify the impact of AI technologies on human resource management in tourism companies. To achieve the research objectives, the researchers used the descriptive analytical approach, and the study sample was selected from human resource managers in tourism companies in Assiut Governorate. The sample size was 255 employees who were selected using a random sampling method. The data was analyzed using the SPSS statistical program to test the study hypotheses. The most important finding of the study was the existence of a statistically significant relationship between the application of AI technologies and their positive role in human resource management. The study also presented several recommendations, including the dissemination of technology culture, especially digital transformation and AI technologies, to maximize the benefits of these applications, especially in the tourism and hospitality sectors. Keywords: Digital transformation, artificial intelligence, tourism companies, human resource management, virtual tourism, virtual reality.

Trip Planning and Recommendation System with AI Chatbot

The principle aim of this project is to develop a responsive website, which would comprehend the process of tour planning and management for users. With the increasing popularity of tourism and recreational activities all around the world has increased, there is a need for an advanced and smart tour planning system, which would make it easier for users to plan and execute trips. This proposed website is built in such a way that the user will get to know all aspects related to his trips, and there will be a ChatBot, which would make the booking procedure easier for the user. The Chatbot would suggest the user different destinations based on the user’s area of interest and make the decision-making process more rational. Also, it would help the user to gain more insights about their dream holidays for a smooth trip without any disturbances and mismanagements. Along with the ChatBot, we also integrated a virtual tour feature, which would give users a glance at their dream destinations. The development of the website involves various software integrated using a robust backend system, which will implement and handle the processing and retrieval of travel-related data, ensuring fast and accurate user queries. The front end of the website will be designed to provide an intuitive and visually appealing UI, enhancing the UX. Keywords — Chatbot, virtual tour, user interface, user experience, frontend, backend.

Clean energy-led tourism development in Malaysia: Do environmental degradation, FDI, Education and ICT matter?

Concerning tourism, two lines of evidence are available in the literature, i.e., tourism's impact on macro fundamentals and determinants of tourism development. Regarding determinants, researchers have documented positive and negative associations between selected macro fundamentals and tourism development. The study's objective is to examine the impact of clean energy, foreign direct investment (FDI), education, and information and communication technology (ICT) on tourism development in Malaysia from 1990 to 2021. The study employed several econometrical techniques in investigating the empirical nexus, including the Bayer-Hancked cointegration test, ARDL Bound testing, Nonlinear ARDL, Toda-Yamamoto causality, and Fourier TY causality test. Moreover, the study employed dynamic OLS, Fully-modified OLS and CCR for the coefficient robust test. The study indicates that the utilization of renewable energy sources has the potential to alleviate the adverse environmental impacts associated with conventional energy sources. This, in turn, can enhance the appeal of tourist destinations to environmentally conscious visitors. Clean energy sources can provide tourism enterprises with cost-saving opportunities, improving profitability and ensuring long-term sustainability. Furthermore, the study reveals a noteworthy correlation between foreign direct investment (FDI) and tourism development. This implies that FDI plays a significant role in fostering tourism activities within the economy. Moreover, it has been found that education plays a crucial role in fostering tourism growth by positively influencing the quality of services and experiences offered to travelers. Finally, the study emphasizes the positive impact of information and communication technology (ICT) on the growth and advancement of the tourism industry. This is particularly evident in utilizing online booking systems, mobile applications, and immersive virtual tourism experiences.