- Volume 11, Number 4 (2023)
NOMADIC COMFORT: CRAFTING CUSTOMER-CENTRIC RURAL LODGES IN THE UNEXPLORED BEAUTY OF SAUDI ARABIA
Ibrahim Al-Farsi, Aisha Mohammed Al-Ghamdi, Khalid Al Mansou
Tourism enterprises stand as vital components of the broader tourism sector, and they have assumed a prominent role in Saudi Arabia's ambitious economic transformation outlined in the Saudi Vision 2030 initiative, which is focused on fostering a Prosperous Economy. This visionary blueprint encourages the exploration and investment in the Kingdom's rich natural and historical resources, with the aim of contributing a substantial 15% to the nation's Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The strategy goes beyond mere economic growth, aiming to support the local private sector and attract foreign direct investment (FDI) for economic diversification. The tourism sector, as a key beneficiary,...
BEYOND BORDERS: ANALYZING COMPETITIVENESS IN NEW ZEALAND'S INBOUND TOURISM THROUGH SHIFT-SHARE ANALYSIS
Aroha Te Aroha Williams, James Andrew Wallace
Tourism, as the second-fastest-growing sector in the 21st century, plays a pivotal role in the global economy, accounting for approximately 10% of economic activity. In 2019, the tourism sector demonstrated remarkable resilience, with a growth rate of 3.9%, surpassing the world GDP growth rate of 2.3%. This growth outpaced even other critical service sectors, such as Healthcare and Information Technology. Moreover, the tourism sector is a substantial job creator, employing 319 million individuals worldwide in 2018, with projections indicating a surge to 421 million by 2029. In terms of economic contribution, the tourism sector's share of the global economy reached...
CARBON METRICS: EVALUATING AND QUANTIFYING TOURISM-RELATED EMISSIONS ON CRETE, GREECE
Katerina Eleftheriou Karagianni
Climate change, a pressing global environmental issue, poses multifaceted challenges to society. The 2015 Paris Climate summit yielded international consensus on policies and strategies essential for combatting anthropogenic climate change. Concurrently, the tourism industry, experiencing remarkable growth with a surge in annual travelers, must address its carbon footprint to actively contribute to global climate change mitigation efforts. Crete, a prominent Mediterranean destination, attracts a growing number of visitors annually, predominantly via long-distance international flights. Quantifying carbon emissions attributed to tourism on the island is instrumental in devising strategies for their reduction and offsetting. Emerging research underscores the sector-specific disparities in...
LUXURY LEDGER: A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY OF GUEST PURCHASE DECISIONS THROUGH THE ART OF PRICING IN NAKURU CITY'S HOTELS
Michael Bett Kiprono, Collins Waweru Kimani Kimani
The travel and hospitality sector, renowned for its substantial contributions to global economic development, has historically played a pivotal role in enhancing Gross Domestic Product (GDP), employment opportunities, and foreign exchange generation (Manzo, 2019; WTTC, 2019). This economic sector has not only sustained nations worldwide but has also significantly benefitted countries in Africa. Local communities in particular have reaped rewards from tourist hotels and lodges, enjoying increased job prospects and the procurement of locally sourced products (Mrema, 2015; Ampofo, 2020). Moreover, the sector is widely recognized as a cornerstone in boosting revenue and fueling economic growth for nations (Ampofo, 2020;...
PEOPLE AND PLACES: ANTHROPOLOGICAL INSIGHTS INTO TOURISM MARKETING – RIA FORMOSA LAGOON
Ana Margarida Rodrigues, Miguel Alves Pereira, Sofia Isabel Santos, Andreia da Silva Costa
Ria Formosa, a prominent lagoon ecosystem along the central and eastern coast of the Algarve region, comprises five islands and two peninsulas, serving as a crucial focal point with significant societal, economic, and environmental implications. This lagoon area, stretching 60 kilometers in length, covers approximately 18,400 hectares, while the barrier island separating it from the sea spans around 2,000 hectares. Dynamic forces such as strong winds and high tides contribute to constant alterations in the configuration of islands and inlets, posing potential flood risks. Ria Formosa holds international recognition as a unique wetland. In 1978, it earned the designation of...