103 research outputs found
The sensory dimension of tourist experiences: capturing meaningful sensory-based themes in Southwest Portugal
aspects of destinations have recently been in focus as an important dimension in the process of facilitating positive tourist experiences. The countryside embraces local resources rich in multi-sensory stimuli that could be utilized in the planning and marketing of appealing tourist experiences addressed to segments of tourists, while fitting sustainable local development. This study follows a holistic approach to the five external human senses, aiming to capture meaningful sensory-informed themes adequate for segmenting rural tourists. A self-administered survey in four languages was collected from 181 tourists in Southwest Portugal. A multiple correspondence analysis suggests four sensory-informed themes, tentatively named generic beach-related experience, nature-based experience, balanced experience, and rural experience. The proposed themes correspond to a four-solution cluster of tourists presenting different profiles. The largest segment (73 tourists) corresponds to the rural experience, regarding which tourists mainly refer to the taste of local food and the smell of fresh air
The cognitive-affective-conative model of destination image: a confirmatory analysis
Destination image influences tourist behaviour before, during and after travel, as it is an important instrument which contributes to touristsâ loyalty. Although Gartner (1993) advocates that the cognitive, affective and conative dimensions of destination image are hierarchically interrelated, there is no empirical evidence to support the complete model. This study aims to test the hierarchical nature of the relationship between the dimensions of destination image. The results of structural equation modelling confirm Gartnerâs theoretical model, validating the theory that the influence of the cognitive component on the conative dimension is higher when mediated by the affective component, raising managerial implications
How low should be the energy required by a nearly Zero-Energy Building? The load/generation energy balance of Mediterranean housing
Gambling and the Couple: Comparing Gamblers' and Spouses' Views on Family, Marital and Individual Levels
Hazard Analysis of Unemployment Duration by Gender in a Developing Country: The Case of Turkey
Utility assessment of an Enzymeâlinked immunosorbent assay for detection of subclinical cases of caseous lymphadenitis in small ruminant flocks
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