CONCEPTUAL PRINCIPLES OF REGIONAL TOURISM STUDIES

Abstract

Goal. Analysis and generalization of scientific approaches to the formation of conceptual foundations of tourism regional studies development. Method. The essence of the research methodology is based on the integration of scientific approaches to the study of various aspects of tourism development with a focus on the regional level. Methods of analysis of scientific discourse, generalization of methodological bases of both concrete scientific and interdisciplinary researches, synthesis of conceptual bases of the theory and practice of tourism development were used. Results. The author's vision of the region as an object of tourism research and a subject of tourism development is substantiated. It is concluded that the research methodology of modern tourism is based on multi-vector theoretical aspects and requires a multidisciplinary approach to the study of its problems. The main structural changes in the development of the conceptual foundations of modern tourism regionalism are the shift of emphasis on the theory of tourism as a factor in stimulating economic development (economic aspect). The main theories of modern tourism science are analyzed, including theories of periphery, diffusion of innovations, two tourism sectors, experience, conflict in tourism, etc. Theoretical models used in modern tourism research are described, in particular, the tourist model and the tourism model, the model of the cycle of evolution of the tourist space. In the context of tourism regionalism, the concept of tourism development as a meeting of cultures is singled out. Spatial-functional aspects of formation of conceptual bases of modern tourist regional researches are analyzed. The role of the concept of sustainable development and modern concepts of recreation and hospitality (humanitarian, technological, functional and commercial) in tourism regionalism is outlined. Emphasis is placed on such principles of regional tourism research as differentiation at the structural level (uniqueness of tourism regions, destinations, diversity of tourism) and integration at the methodological level (interdisciplinarity, systematics, spatial development). Scientific novelty. Theoretical generalizations and substantiation of the subject field of interdisciplinary regional research in the field of tourism were further developed, which allowed to determine their key principles at the structural and methodological levels. An integrated approach to the formation of conceptual foundations of modern tourism regionalism has been formed, which allowed to substantiate the theoretical and methodological basis for further research. Practical significance. The results of the study can be the basis for further research, as well as used to improve the content of educational programs in "Tourism" in higher education institutions.