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{"title":"EXPLORING SMART CITY CHARACTERISTICS FOR “TOURISM-FOR-ALL” INITIATIVES IN URBAN DEVELOPMENT: A SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW","authors":"Hassnah Wee, Mohd Saufi Anas, A. Thomas","doi":"10.30892/gtg.50427-1145","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.30892/gtg.50427-1145","url":null,"abstract":"The study presents a systematic literature review conducted following a rigorous search protocol that identified 7900 articles published in SCOPUS-indexed journals in 2001-2021. These articles were filtered using the PRISMA approach, resulting in the selection of 61 relevant papers. The research outcome offers essential insights into the core characteristics of smart cities in urban development, encompassing five primary dimensions: government, citizens, technology, mobility, and the environment, over the past two decades. The findings of this study benefit smart city stakeholders, recommends using the “Tourism-For-All” destination concept in urban development, and contributes to the emerging “Purple Tourism” framework.","PeriodicalId":38173,"journal":{"name":"Geojournal of Tourism and Geosites","volume":" 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139142642","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"THE ATTRACTION OF CAN THO CITY, VIETNAM AS A TOURIST DESTINATION","authors":"L. D. Hai, Quoc Nghi Nguyen, Khuu Ngoc Huyen","doi":"10.30892/gtg.50426-1144","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.30892/gtg.50426-1144","url":null,"abstract":"This study aims to demonstrate the influencing factors on the destination attractiveness of Can Tho City, Vietnam. From October 2022 to November 2022, the study collected data using a convenient sampling method, with a sample size of 268 tourists. A mixed-method research approach combining qualitative and quantitative research methods was employed to validate the research hypotheses. For qualitative research, a focus group discussion method was conducted to identify appropriate scales for the research model. For quantitative research, the following analytical methods were utilized: testing the reliability of the scales using Cronbach’s alpha coefficient, exploratory factor analysis (EFA), confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), and structural equation modeling (SEM). The research results indicate that the attraction of Can Tho City as a tourism destination depends on 08 factors, including the natural environment, local culture, local cuisine, recreational activities, infrastructure, service price, tourism promotion, and local residents. Among these, tourism promotion is the most significant and influential factor affecting the attraction of Can Tho City as a tourism destination.","PeriodicalId":38173,"journal":{"name":"Geojournal of Tourism and Geosites","volume":" 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139143897","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"DEPICTIONS OF TRAVEL IN A PORTUGUESE DIASPORA COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER IN SOUTH AFRICA","authors":"M. Adinolfi, Christian M. Rogerson, Jarkko Saarinen","doi":"10.30892/gtg.50431-1149","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.30892/gtg.50431-1149","url":null,"abstract":"The vast territorial expansion of Portugal during the colonial era resulted in a significant global diaspora network, with one such community situated in South Africa. Multiple waves of immigration from Portugal, its autonomous regions, and former African colonies have given rise to an established diasporic community in South Africa. Acting as a vital communication channel, the O Século de Joanesburgo newspaper played a crucial role in keeping the South African Portuguese diaspora informed about the broader Portuguese community both locally and abroad, thereby fostering connections between the community and their homeland. Throughout the years, the newspaper extensively featured travel-related content, employing various strategies to encourage travel to the homeland. This paper investigates how travel was depicted and promoted to the South African Portuguese diaspora through the newspaper. Using archival material from the newspaper, significant themes can be identified related to travel within the community. These encompass journeys to the homeland, encouragement for seaside property investments in Portugal, and indications of domestic tourism within South Africa. Overall, this research contributes to the broader discourse on the development of diasporic communities and emphasizes the integral role of travel in their existence.","PeriodicalId":38173,"journal":{"name":"Geojournal of Tourism and Geosites","volume":" 8","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139144378","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"ENHANCING SUSTAINABILITY AND REDUCING CUSTOMER TECHNOSTRESS THROUGH FOOD-ORDERING APPS","authors":"Maha S. Habobati, Thowayeb H. Hassan, M. Y. Helal, Bahadur A. Bilalov, Omar M. Ali, N. Elshawarbi","doi":"10.30892/gtg.514spl14-1169","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.30892/gtg.514spl14-1169","url":null,"abstract":"To investigate customer technostress antecedents and consequences of the restaurants’ food-ordering apps and suggest a coping strategy (i.e., customer orientation). This qualitative study relied on twenty-three semi-structured interviews with Egyptian restaurant customers and managers to understand the customer technostress caused when using food-ordering apps. The study found that restaurant customers experience technostress due to app complexity, security and privacy concerns, frequent app changes, feelings of diminished control, and time constraints. These app-related techno stressors cause customer dissatisfaction and purchasing reluctance. The study also found that not all restaurants adopt a responsive and proactive customer orientation to reduce food-ordering app technostress. However, customers were satisfied with proactive restaurants revealing technostress from food-ordering apps. This study is the first research in the hospitality industry to use Transactional Stress Theory (TST) to investigate the antecedents and consequences and suggest a customer orientation as a coping strategy of customer technostress from food-ordering apps from the perspectives of customers and restaurant managers. As a result, restaurants can be proactive and responsively customer-oriented to overcome customer technostress from food-ordering apps by considering the customers' concerns to satisfy and retain customers and attract new ones.","PeriodicalId":38173,"journal":{"name":"Geojournal of Tourism and Geosites","volume":" 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139144382","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"SPATIAL EQUITY ANALYSIS OF EDUCATIONAL SERVICE. METHODOLOGICAL PROPOSAL BASED ON A TRANSPORT SUPPLY MODEL","authors":"Juan Manuel Gómez, C. Moncada, Diego Alexander Escobar","doi":"10.30892/gtg.514spl03-1158","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.30892/gtg.514spl03-1158","url":null,"abstract":"This study evaluates the spatial equity of the educational service provided in the urban areas of Manizales and Villamaría based on the hypothesis that there is inequity in the provision of this service. Methodology involves GIS-based territorial accessibility analysis using average travel times from a network of transport infrastructures as well as the geographical location of all formal education establishments. This methodology is designed to be applied on different locations around the world. As the main results, the areas with mixed values concerning educational provision are in the lower strata, which directly correlates with low spatial educational equity rates.","PeriodicalId":38173,"journal":{"name":"Geojournal of Tourism and Geosites","volume":"136 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139145696","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"THE GEOSTATISTICAL DIMENSION OF TOURIST FLOWS GENERATED BY FOREIGN TOURISTS IN ROMANIA","authors":"M. Stupariu, Ioana Josan, M. Gozner, M. Stașac, Thowayeb H. Hassan, Muhanna Yousef Almakhayitah","doi":"10.30892/gtg.50432-1150","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.30892/gtg.50432-1150","url":null,"abstract":"The article represents a comprehensive and insightful study aiming to unravel the intricate dynamics of foreign tourism within Romania. This research delves into various key aspects, employing a geostatistical approach to offer a nuanced understanding of the spatial and temporal dimensions of foreign tourist flows. One of the primary inquiries addressed by the study revolves around the quantitative assessment of foreign tourists visiting Romania. By meticulously analyzing arrival data, the research seeks to provide a comprehensive overview of the sheer number of foreign visitors the country attracts. This quantitative dimension is crucial for assessing the overall impact of tourism on the national economy and informing strategic decisions in the tourism sector. Moving beyond mere numbers, the study ventures into the temporal aspect of foreign tourism in Romania. By scrutinizing patterns over time, researchers aim to answer the question of when foreign tourists predominantly choose to visit the country. Understanding the temporal preferences of tourists is invaluable for both businesses and policymakers, enabling them to optimize resource allocation, marketing efforts, and infrastructure management during peak tourism seasons. Furthermore, the research explores the destinations chosen by foreign tourists within Romania. The geostatistical analysis differentiates arrivals based on specific tourist destinations and counties, shedding light on the preferences of international visitors. This information is pivotal for local authorities, businesses, and stakeholders, offering insights into which regions benefit the most from foreign tourism, thus facilitating targeted development strategies and resource allocation. In addition to destination preferences, the study investigates the accommodation choices made by foreign tourists. Through geostatistical analysis, the research categorizes accommodation preferences based on various criteria, including types of accommodation units and comfort categories. This information proves invaluable for the hospitality industry, guiding investments, and helping businesses tailor their offerings to meet the diverse needs of international visitors. The temporal aspect of foreign tourists' stays in Romania is another focal point of the study. By examining the duration of visits, researchers aim to provide a comprehensive understanding of how long foreign tourists typically stay in the country. This data is instrumental in shaping tourism policies, influencing marketing strategies, and optimizing services to enhance the overall tourist experience. Beyond the borders of Romania, the study investigates the means of transportation foreign tourists employ to reach the country. By understanding the modes of transportation preferred by international visitors, Romania can improve its infrastructure and connectivity, ensuring a seamless and positive experience for tourists from various origins. Lastly, the research explores the ge","PeriodicalId":38173,"journal":{"name":"Geojournal of Tourism and Geosites","volume":" 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139143078","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"THE INFLUENCE OF RECREATION ON THE PROCESSES OF SOIL EROSION IN THE FORESTS OF THE WEST KAZAKHSTAN REGION","authors":"N. Ramazanova, Zhanar O. Ozgeldinova, E. Turyspekova, Anzhela Akhmedova, T. Tursynova, S. Toksanbaeva, Arman Demeuov, Aliya Ayapbekova","doi":"10.30892/gtg.50415-1133","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.30892/gtg.50415-1133","url":null,"abstract":"The relevance of the topic is determined by the increasing demand for forest recreational resources of the West Kazakhstan region. The forests of the West Kazakhstan region are under the influence of recreational activity, which is growing every year and leads to the transformation of the natural environment. The purpose of the study is to determine the influence of recreation on the processes of soil erosion in the forests of the West Kazakhstan region. An increase in the recreational load and the steepness of the slopes leads to degradation of the forest floor and grassy cover. The remnants of these materials move downhill under the influence of visitors, and the soil surface is compacted. The porosity coefficient of the upper soil layer decreases as recreational loads increase. This leads to a decrease in soil water permeability and an increase in surface water runoff. The study showed that the runoff coefficient, the air-dry mass of the forest floor and the porosity coefficient are closely related. These relationships characterize an increase in the water runoff coefficient with a decrease in the air-dry mass of the forest litter and the porosity coefficient. In the field in 2023, based on the morphological description of the profiles, the degree of soil erosion in the selected woodlands was determined.","PeriodicalId":38173,"journal":{"name":"Geojournal of Tourism and Geosites","volume":" 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139143599","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"PEDAGOGICAL METHODS OF TOURISM EDUCATION IN GENERAL EDUCATION SCHOOLS IN KAZAKHSTAN","authors":"Ozerke Amangeldi, Gaukhar Aubakirova, Kulzada Duisebayeva, Ulzhalgas Esnazarova, Turker Kurt","doi":"10.30892/gtg.514spl04-1159","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.30892/gtg.514spl04-1159","url":null,"abstract":"The study aims to assess the effectiveness of pedagogical methods in tourism education within Kazakhstani secondary schools. Employing bibliographic, theoretical, modeling, and analysis methods, the research focuses on innovative teaching approaches. Qualitative research methods, including interviews with students and field trips to Almaty, were utilized. Priority methods, such as problem-based learning, Inquiry-based Learning, and group work, were identified. The effectiveness of these methods was specifically examined at Gymnasium-School No. 81 in Almaty through questionnaires and interviews conducted with 51 students and 162 city residents/tourists. The findings underscore the significance of developing innovative teaching methods aligned with students' preferences. The study emphasizes the importance of problem-based learning, Inquiry-based Learning, and group work in enhancing the quality of tourism education in Kazakhstani secondary schools.","PeriodicalId":38173,"journal":{"name":"Geojournal of Tourism and Geosites","volume":" 45","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139143770","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"SUSTAINABLE USE OF GEOMORPHOLOGICAL FORMS IN TOURISM, THE CASE OF HALF MOON BAY, EASTERN REGION, KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA","authors":"Mohamed Abdelhaleem Helmy Noreldeen, Wagih Mohamed Elsayed Salama, I. S. Babiker","doi":"10.30892/gtg.50408-1126","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.30892/gtg.50408-1126","url":null,"abstract":"The Coastal geomorphology of the Half Moon Bay in the Eastern Region of Saudi Arabia has created great opportunity for human interventions. Public and private tourism and entertainment facilities were established along the Bay cost leading to modifications of natural phenomena. Therefore, this study aims at assessing tourism uses of geomorphological forms in the Half-moon Bay and identifying practical aspects related to sustainable tourism. It was based on literature review, field survey, analysis of google earth satellite imagery, risk analysis and SWOT analysis. Depending on the characteristics of the different coastal forms, various tourist activities were developed in the study area. However, environmental alterations, such as change of direction, length and meander of coastline have been recognized mainly, due to land excavation and backfilling of shallow sea water. Despite some constrains, several opportunities are available in order to promote and develop sustainable tourism in the region mainly supported by a set of legislations, efforts and actions at the national and local levels.","PeriodicalId":38173,"journal":{"name":"Geojournal of Tourism and Geosites","volume":"19 S1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139145393","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"CRITICAL ELEMENTS OF DISABILITY MODELS AS DETERMINANTS OF TRAVEL INTENTION OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES TOWARDS NATURAL AND CULTURAL DESTINATIONS","authors":"Adolfo Ricardo Guamán, Cristina Figueroa, Fabricio Guamán-Guevara, José Luis Núñez","doi":"10.30892/gtg.50404-1122","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.30892/gtg.50404-1122","url":null,"abstract":"The present empirical study aims to determine the key factors influencing the travel intention of persons with disabilities who live across the Tungurahua Province, Ecuador. A cross-sectional survey was conducted between September 2019 and mid-March 2020, and collected 473 valid questionnaires containing critical components of the medical and social models of disability. Collected data were quantitatively analysed with multiple regression analysis. Results showed that some crucial elements of the social model of disability (i.e., socio-demographic features and destination quality dimensions) and an element of the medical model of disability (i.e., dependency or need of other persons) significantly affect the travel intentions of persons with disabilities (p<0.001). Findings allowed to conceptualise a new theoretical framework to potentially address and solve accessible and inclusive issues of persons with disabilities from Tungurahua Province-Ecuador and other international nations with similar natural and cultural attractions.","PeriodicalId":38173,"journal":{"name":"Geojournal of Tourism and Geosites","volume":"3 9","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139145480","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}