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The tourist perspective: Examining the effects of hedonic and eudaimonic well-being in tourism
No full textTourism and travel play a significant role in helping people prioritize their physical, social and psychological well-being in their lives. By providing people with a time to disconnect from the stress and hassle of work and daily responsibilities at home, tourism and travel allows tourists to experience two types of well-being. Firstly, hedonic well-being through short-term extreme happiness and pleasure and, secondly, eudaimonic well-being which focuses on personal growth and human development. Therefore, well-being (both hedonic and eudaimonic) is a desired feature which is beneficial to tourists themselves. Well-being outcomes also play a significant role in the tourism industry as tourist well-being outcomes can influence destination attachment. Destination attachment is significant in tourism marketing as it influences revisit intentions and destination loyalty. However, despite the importance of well-being to tourists themselves, and the potential of well-being as a tourism product resource, there are specific gaps in existing literature. Firstly, empirical research still lack theoretical foundations to support the relationship between holidays and well-being. Secondly, the literature on how different tourist experiences influences hedonic or eudaimonic well-being remains unconsolidated. Finally, there are minimal studies, which examine how well-being can be utilised by the tourism industry as a marketing tool.
This thesis draws on the top-down and bottom-up theories of well-being and the place attachment theory to investigate the effects of hedonic and eudaimonic well-being in tourism and whether well-being, as a tourism product resource can support the sustainability of the tourism industry by enhancing behavioural intentions and destination attachment. The top-down and bottom-up theories of well-being (Diener, 1984) were originally developed in positive psychology and argue that well-being is influenced either by a person’s internal disposition (top-down) or through external events and circumstances (bottom-up). These theories have not been widely applied in tourist well-being research and, current, existing research largely supports a bottom-up approach whereby tourist experiences influences tourist well-being. This study extends this understanding by further investigating the significance of the top-down approach in influencing well-being within a tourism context. Place attachment theory (Hidalgo & Hernandez, 2001) was first developed in environmental psychology and previous studies have commonly applied place attachment theory to examine how destination image and tourist satisfaction influences attachment. This study extends this understanding by examining how well-being plays a role in destination attachment. To answer the overall aim of this thesis, three research questions were formulated to support the theoretical foundation and guide the overall direction of the research.
This thesis is framed within a positivist paradigm and employed quantitative research methods. The first phase of the study included a systematic quantitative literature review to identify the relationship between tourist well-being, tourism and hospitality and marketing management. The systematic quantitative literature review was significant as it informed and guided the empirical investigation in the second phase of this study. The empirical investigation involved the collection of data from 430 recent travellers and examined aspects of their trip in relation to their goals, memorable tourism experience (MTE), well-being, behavioural intentions and destination attachment.
This thesis is presented as a series of published and yet to be published papers in order to provide direct evidence that the current work is of a publishable standard. This PhD format was also selected for the mentoring and experience gained through the exposure to the peer-review process and the efficiency to increase publications during candidature. Therefore, the results of this thesis are presented in three separate papers, which form the core chapters of this thesis. Two papers have been published, and one is currently under review with A ranked journals in the ABDC listing. ABDC listing refers to the Australian Business Deans Council Journal Quality List, which is a widely recognised journal-ranking list in Australia. Paper one presents the results from the systematic quantitative review of 82 peer-reviewed articles in English-language tourism and hospitality academic journals to examine the current state of research between the intersection of positive psychology and tourist well-being studies. This review indicated an evident need to link tourist well-being to tourism and hospitality marketing and management. By mapping what is known in the intersection between positive psychology and tourist well-being, this paper identified existing gaps and future opportunities for research in this growing area of interest. This paper also presented a conceptual framework on the antecedents, episodes and consequences of tourist well-being. This framework provided a better understanding of how tourist well-being is triggered in the context of tourism and hospitality, which have significant implications for marketing and management.
Paper two presents the results from the first empirical enquiry which tested a proposed model which was underpinned by the top-down, bottom-up theories of well-being, and examined the relationship between goals, MTE and well-being on behavioural intentions. The results showed that the top-down approach significantly influenced well-being (through goals) in comparison to the bottom-up approach (through MTEs). Hedonic well-being also had a significant effect on behavioural intentions (revisit intention and positive word-of-mouth) in comparison to eudaimonic well-being. Therefore, the findings suggest that although eudaimonic well-being does not directly influence revisit intentions and positive word-of-mouth, it may be triggered through hedonic well-being. Paper three presents the results from the second empirical enquiry which was underpinned by place attachment theory and examined the relationship between MTE, well-being and place attachment. Visit frequency was included as a moderating variable. The results showed that both hedonic and eudaimonic well-being influences destination attachment as tourists develop an attachment to a destination when their experience is memorable, satisfying and enhances their purpose and meaning in life. This thesis makes both theoretical and practical contributions, which are reflected in each of the three papers. Theoretically, paper one contributes to existing knowledge in the intersection between positive psychology and tourist well-being studies through a conceptual framework, which maps the current state of knowledge and areas for future research between positive psychology, and tourist well-being studies. Paper two contributes to three bodies of knowledge. Firstly, to well-being research by providing insights into its antecedents (goals) and construct operationalization (well-being) from a positive psychology perspective. Secondly, to tourism research by emphasizing the significant role of the top-down theory of well-being in comparison to the bottom-up theory of well-being. Thirdly, to the positive psychology literature by tapping into tourism market segmentation research. Paper three contributes to the destination loyalty literature by examining the determinants of place attachment beyond destination image and tourist satisfaction. This paper also enhances the positive psychology literature by emphasizing the importance of well-being on place attachment. Overall, this thesis presents empirical evidence to support the application of positive psychological theories, principles and concepts to tourist well-being studies. Practically, this thesis contributes to managerial implications by recommending that tourist marketers’ segment travellers based on their travel goals, which can effectively enhance well-being. Specifically, general tourist satisfaction questionnaires could be expanded to include measurement of emotions and self-development categories such as personal growth. This would allow tourism and hospitality managers to re-design services to accommodate travellers’ goals, which are ultimately linked to well-being. It is critical to nurture happy tourists, not only for the well-being benefits to tourists themselves, but also for the economic benefits for tourism destinations in terms of revisit intentions and positive WOM.Thesis (PhD Doctorate)Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)Dept Tourism, Sport & Hot MgmtGriffith Business SchoolFull Tex
The Chinese are coming – is Fiji ready? A study of Chinese tourists to Fiji
No full textMany tourism destinations are diversifying to new markets, and specifically to the Chinese outbound market to sustain their tourism industry. China has also been the fastest growing emerging market for Fiji. However, China is not a homogenous market. Their motivations and expectations differ from people from Western countries or even those from other parts of Asia. There has been limited research carried out on the Chinese outbound tourists to Pacific Island Countries. This study employed a survey questionnaire to 149 Chinese visitors to Fiji to identify the socio-demographics of Chinese visitors to Fiji and to assess their perceptions of Fiji as a tourist destination following their visit. The results provided a basic understanding of the profile of the Chinese tourist to Fiji in terms of their gender, marital status, education, residence, previous outbound experience, destination attributes and perceptions of their visit to Fiji.Full Tex
Going Beyond Counting First Authors in Author Co-citation Analysis
Full text linkThe present study examines one of the fundamental aspects of author co-citation analysis (ACA) - the way co-citation
counts are defined. Co-citation counting provides the data on which all subsequent statistical analyses and mappings
are based, and we compare ACA results based on two different types of co-citation counting - the traditional type that
only counts the first one among a cited work's authors on the one hand and a non-traditional type that takes into
account the first 5 authors of a cited work on the other hand. Results indicate that the picture produced through this non-traditional author co-citation counting contains more coherent author groups and is therefore considerably clearer. However, this picture represents fewer specialties in the research field being studied than that produced through the traditional first-author co-citation counting when the same number of top-ranked authors is selected and analyzed. Reasons for these effects are discussed
Variations on the Author
Full text link“Variations on the Author” discusses two of Eduardo Coutinho’s recent films (Um Dia na Vida, from 2010, and Últimas Conversas, posthumously released in 2015) and their contribution to the general question of documentary authorship. The director’s filmography is characterized by a consistent yet self-effacing form of authorial self-inscription: Coutinho often features as an interviewer that rather than express opinions propels discourses; an interviewer that is good at listening. This mode of self-inscription characterizes him as an author who is not expressive but who is nonetheless markedly present on the screen. In Um Dia na Vida, however, Coutinho is completely absent form the image, while Últimas Conversas, on the contrary, includes a confessional prologue that moves the director from the margins to the center of his films. This article examines the ways in which these works stand out in the filmography of a director who offers new insights into the notion of cinematic authorship
The state-of-the-art in sport tourism geographies
No full textThe geography of sport offers valuable theoretical and conceptual frames to inform the study of sport-related tourism. While all sports share fundamental aspects such as rule structures, elements of competition and aspects of physical play, the manifestations of these dimensions of sport are enormously diverse. Sport and tourism are socially constructed phenomena. The constant evolution of sports in different societies raise a spectacular array of opportunities–and challenges - for tourism development. This review paper explores the development of the field of sport tourism over time, tracing the academic study of sport tourism to two seminal pieces of work that were published in 1989. It reviews current and emerging avenues of research in this dynamic field, highlighting gaps in the literature that focus particularly on the environmental and technological dimensions of sport tourism. We conclude that the social, economic, technological and political forces of change in our societies will continue to reshape (and be reshaped by) the geographies of sport and tourism.Full Tex
The challenges of targeting the Chinese outbound market: A case study of Fiji
No full textThe significance of the Chinese outbound market has prompted more tourism operators in Fiji to tailor their products and services to these travellers. This study used semi-structured interviews with key tourist stakeholders in Fiji to gauge their perceptions on whether Fiji has the appropriate facilities and suitable services to cater to Chinese travellers. The results showed that whilst traditional markets of Australia, New Zealand, and the United States are significant, tourism stakeholders in Fiji also see the importance of diversifying into new markets such as China. However, Fiji lacks the framework to ensure that good practices are adopted across the tourism industry. The recommendations of this study seek to assist key tourism stakeholders in Fiji to understand the importance of the Chinese outbound market to Fiji and acknowledge that suitable planning avoids the possibility of unsustainable numbers of Chinese tourists which adversely impact tourists from traditional markets.No Full Tex
Appropriate Similarity Measures for Author Cocitation Analysis
Full text linkWe provide a number of new insights into the methodological discussion about author cocitation analysis. We first argue that the use of the Pearson correlation for measuring the similarity between authors’ cocitation profiles is not very satisfactory. We then discuss what kind of similarity measures may be used as an alternative to the Pearson correlation. We consider three similarity measures in particular. One is the well-known cosine. The other two similarity measures have not been used before in the bibliometric literature. Finally, we show by means of an example that our findings have a high practical relevance.information science;Pearson correlation;cosine;similarity measure;author cocitation analysis
Acquisition and Retention Strategies in Australian Land-Based Casino Resorts
No full textCasinos face heightened competition from alternative leisure options, raising concerns about the growth and sustainability of the sector. Prior research highlights a variety of factors that influence casino profitability, with customer loyalty a critical topic in the casino discourse. Studies articulate that while maintaining loyalty is crucial, casino viability hinges on a continuous cycle of customer creation, development, and retention. However, despite the importance of retention, there are limited studies that explicitly focus on acquisition and retention, with an absence of strategies identified in the casino marketing literature. Consequently, the conceptual understanding of customer acquisition and retention strategies in the casino context remains underexplored, with an emphasis on casino marketing interventions that can influence these processes. Notably, there is a lack of research that examines the influence of acquisition and retention strategies on customer behaviour and patronage. Advancing knowledge on acquisition and retention in casinos forms a strong foundation for innovation and the development of new and existing casino customer experiences with a capacity to influence customer loyalty. Such knowledge gaps underscore the need for research to enhance the understanding of effective marketing practices within the casino sector.
The overarching aim of this research, therefore, is to investigate acquisition and retention strategies in casinos, with an emphasis on the relationship between visiting intention and loyalty. In response to the identified gaps in the literature, this thesis formulated four specific research objectives to fulfil this overarching aim. This thesis draws on a variety of theoretical perspectives, including the seminal concepts of relationship marketing, the customer journey framework, the 7Ps strategy framework, and experiential marketing, to investigate whether acquisition and retention strategies can support casino viability by enhancing visiting intentions and customer loyalty.
This research adopts a pragmatic paradigm, employing an exploratory sequential mixed-method design (qualitative followed by quantitative). The thesis includes a systematic literature review and three stages of empirical research. The systematic literature review was conducted to critically assess casino marketing literature, in particular casino acquisition and retention strategies. The first empirical study involved interviews with 17 casino marketing senior representatives, who provided insights vital to the identification of acquisition and retention strategies. The second empirical study consisted of data collection from 413 Australian land-based casino customers. It examined the aspects of acquisition strategies and retention strategies in relation to intentions to visit and customer engagement and loyalty. The third empirical study collected data from 320 casino members and examined the aspects of their experience with innovative casino games and customer engagement and loyalty.
This thesis is structured as a compilation of four interrelated published and unpublished papers. Each manuscript serves as a core chapter of this thesis, and each addresses a research objective supported by a literature review, methodology, results, discussion, and implications to theory and practice. Two papers have been published in A-ranked journals (ABDC, Australian Business Deans Council Journal Quality List), and two are currently under review. [...]Thesis (PhD Doctorate)Doctor of PhilosophyDept of MarketingGriffith Business SchoolFull Tex
Tourism and Positive Ageing: Exploring the Role of Travel in the Wellbeing of Seniors
No full textThe ageing of the population globally has brought the health and wellbeing of seniors to the forefront of public consciousness. Tourism holds significant therapeutic potential for enhancing the mental health and psychological wellbeing of individuals. Existing research tends to focus on younger adults aged under 55, neglecting the unique psychological mechanisms of tourism that foster wellbeing among seniors. This oversight has left the role of tourism in positive ageing underexplored and conceptually underdeveloped. Consequently, this PhD thesis explores how tourism contributes to seniors' wellbeing and resilience, with an emphasis on the connection between travel and positive ageing, a key concern in global public policy as highlighted by the United Nations and the World Health Organization. In this pursuit, three Research Objectives were achieved.Thesis (PhD Doctorate)Doctor of PhilosophyDept Tourism, Sport & Hot MgmtGriffith Business SchoolFull Tex
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