International Journal of Tourism Research最新文献

The COVID-19 pandemic forced the postponement of some international events, such as the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, which negatively impacted residents and the local tourism industry. Therefore, it is necessary to understand residents' support for hosting major sporting events. We surveyed 769 residents using a structural equation model and applied social exchange theory (SET) to analyse the 31st Summer Universiade and examine their support for hosting major sporting events. The results revealed a significant relationship between postponement risk perception and the perceived costs and benefits, which affected the residents' support for hosting major events. These findings confirmed perceived benefits and costs as key factors determining residents' support for/opposition to major events. We proposed the residents' postponement risk perception concept, integrated it into the event tourism research model, and expanded the explanatory power of SET in unconventional contexts, providing stakeholders with references for planning and hosting events under special circumstances.

This study aims to investigate the main effect, and interaction effect of, camping regions and type of accommodation (i.e., general tent; glamping; camping car, caravan, trailer; car including general/modified vehicle) on campers' spending in terms of total, transportation, and accommodation costs. This study recruited a total of 3087 respondents based on the online panel who experienced camping between January 1, 2021 and December 31, 2021, in order to conduct two-way ANOVA. Based on the analyses, the current study found a significant effect of the type of accommodation and camping regions on total, transportation, and accommodation costs. The significant interaction effect of camping regions and total, transportation, and accommodation costs suggests that a comprehensive understanding of campers' different needs for the type of accommodation in a diverse range of regions, specifically in Korea, is needed. As a result of the study, the practical implications for the operators of campsites were provided.

This research examines the factors influencing the success or failure of mobile payment systems (MPSs) in the travel sector. The research makes use of components from innovation resistance theory (IRT), coping theory (CP), and the unified theory of acceptance and use of technology (UTAUT 2). The data were gathered from 503 travelers in Malaysia, and Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) and SmartPLS were used to analyze the data. Usage, risk, and tradition barriers from IRT significantly influenced tourists' intention to use MPS. Furthermore, all direct hypotheses for CP components were supported, except for the mediating role of satisfaction. Additionally, effort expectancy, hedonic motivation, and habit (UTAUT 2) were identified as critical factors shaping tourists' intention to use MPS. These findings are crucial for tourist operators, banks, and governmental agencies to facilitate smooth and trackable financial transactions in the travel and tourism sector.

While disruptive technologies such as augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and mobile apps hold promise for enriching visitor experiences in heritage tourism, their integration necessitates a nuanced approach to ensure the sustainable development of the sector. This study addresses a critical gap in existing research by exploring this specific synergy within Thailand's unique tourism landscape. Through a comprehensive literature review, the study synthesizes existing knowledge on technology integration in heritage tourism, identifying both potential benefits (AR enhancing historical sites) and risks (overreliance on VR and social media's negative impacts). To bridge this gap and navigate these complexities, the research proposes a set of recommendations for a collaborative and sustainable approach. These recommendations prioritize community engagement, environmental consciousness, ongoing research, and collaborative governance. Additionally, they emphasize preserving the authenticity of heritage sites, ensuring technology serves as a tool for cultural preservation, not exploitation. By adopting these recommendations, stakeholders can leverage technology to create a thriving and sustainable heritage tourism sector in Thailand. This ensures both the safeguarding of the nation's rich cultural heritage for future generations and the creation of innovative and enriching experiences for visitors.

This study investigates the relationships between environmental awareness, travel motivations, tourism knowledge, and intentions to choose sustainable destinations. Using a survey of 495 participants and Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM), we examine how financial constraints and moral reflectiveness moderate these relationships. Our findings indicate a strong positive correlation between environmental values and support for sustainable tourism. Travel motivations, knowledge about sustainable tourism, and a positive environmental attitude all significantly contribute to a tourist's intention to travel sustainably. Interestingly, gender moderates the influence of travel motivations on environmental values, while moral reflection moderates the link between environmental values and the intention to support sustainable tourism. Financial constraints did not have a significant moderating effect. Our study provides valuable insights for stakeholders in the tourism industry, highlighting the importance of aligning strategies with tourist motivations and emphasizing environmental benefits to encourage responsible travel practices.

The emergence of online travel agencies (OTAs) provides travelers with “one-stop” convenience, but also faces issues of price discrimination. This mixed-methods study began with semi-structured interviews of 30 participants to explore initial perceptions, followed by a survey of 307 Chinese consumers. The study examined attitudes toward OTA overreliance on algorithmic pricing and unclear information, and their impact on trust and loyalty. Findings reveal that during peak seasons, regular customers without value-added membership services paid higher room rates than new customers. The results indicate that once trust is established through clear information quality and reliable service, consumers are less wary of pricing quotes. The conclusion summarizes the findings and suggests further research to promote transparent and fair pricing practices, enhancing consumer trust and loyalty.

This study adopts the perspective of the social exchange theory and S-O-R theory, taking the emotional bond formed between tourists and the tourism destination through interaction as a starting point. It introduces experience quality and tourist satisfaction to construct a chain mediation model of “tourist motivation—experience quality—tourist satisfaction—tourist loyalty” in the context of sports tourism. A total of 497 valid samples were collected for the study, and the hypotheses proposed were tested using AMOS 24 software. The research results indicate that sports tourism motivation, experience quality, and tourist satisfaction all have significant positive effects on tourist loyalty. Experience quality and tourist satisfaction have both independent and chain mediation effects between sports tourism motivation and tourist satisfaction. Finally, this paper discusses the implications of the research findings for theory and practice, the limitations of the study, and future research directions.

This study examines the extent to which camping experiences influence campers' restoration, psychological capital, and life satisfaction and the role psychological distress plays in this process. Survey data were collected from 420 Chinese campers and analyzed using multigroup structural equation modeling. Four categories of experiences (i.e., escapist, entertainment, esthetic, and educational experiences) positively impacted restoration, which then contributed positively to psychological capital and life satisfaction. Psychological capital influenced life satisfaction and mediated the relationship between restoration and life satisfaction. The association between restoration and psychological capital was weaker in the group with higher psychological distress. The study calls for a broader application of psychological capital in outdoor recreation and tourism research.

This research employs a Grounded Theory approach to investigate the impact of cultural destinations on residents' well-being, focusing on the case of Katara Cultural Village in Qatar. Through 23 in-depth interviews with foreign residents, our research reveals significant positive influences on well-being, including cultural and intellectual engagement, social interactions, mental and emotional fulfillment, and physical health. The findings of our research provide a foundation for further exploration and contribute valuable insights for academic discourse on cultural destinations. Furthermore, our research offer practical implications for destination managers and policymakers seeking to enhance residents' quality of life through strategic cultural investments.