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The Impact Of Selected Socio-Demographic, Travel-Related And Psychogra, Nichakarn Peerapatdit
The Impact Of Selected Socio-Demographic, Travel-Related And Psychogra, Nichakarn Peerapatdit
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
Several researchers have attempted to understand the tourism expenditure patterns from the traveler's perspective (Cai, Hong, and Morrision, 1995; Dardis, et al., 1981; Prais and Houthakker,1971; Sheldon and Mak , 1987; Jang, et al.,2003). However, an examination of the previous studies indicates that only limited understanding of the traveler's expenditure patterns has been provided either because of only anecdotal evidence in the studies, or because of their failure to examine the impacts of the factors affecting expenditure patterns. This study examined the effects of socio-demographic, travel-related, and psychographic variables on travel expenditures. The expenditure patterns included lodging, meals and restaurants, …
The Effect Of Tourist Theft On Future Travel Decisions, Judith Lynn Holcomb
The Effect Of Tourist Theft On Future Travel Decisions, Judith Lynn Holcomb
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
Past research has shown that theft is a prevalent crime against tourists. This study's purpose was to determine the effects of past incidents of personal theft on tourists' future decisions to travel by analyzing and comparing those who have experienced personal theft to those who heard of such incidents through personal accounts of friends or family. The findings, which were taken from a survey of 215 respondents, revealed that that experiencing personal theft, or knowing of someone who has, is not a deterrent for visiting a destination where the theft occurred. Results also showed that one aspect of theft that …
The Making Of An Amusement Park Attraction: Stephen Danks Lodwick And The Creation Of The Dudley Do-Right's Ripsaw Falls, Exhibit Brochure, Tim Bottorff
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Assessing The Impact Of Movies Upon An Individual's Image Formation Concerning A Given Destination, Jeeyeon (Jeannie) Hahm
Assessing The Impact Of Movies Upon An Individual's Image Formation Concerning A Given Destination, Jeeyeon (Jeannie) Hahm
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
The process of watching a movie is a common way to be entertained in this day and age. There are multiple ways in which people can enjoy a movie ranging from the big screen at a commercial theater, on their home's television, or even in a car while driving. One outcome associated with watching a destination movie might be that the viewer will be compelled to visit or not the location portrayed in the movie. It is a primary assumption of this thesis that movies have the ability to create or change an individual's image of a destination by its …
The Effect Of Internet Booking On The Central Florida Lodging Market O, Scott Smith
The Effect Of Internet Booking On The Central Florida Lodging Market O, Scott Smith
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This study reviews the effect of Internet bookings on the Central Florida lodging market over the past five years. As the number of lodging accommodations booked directly by the consumer over the Internet continues to increase, the ramifications brought about by this emerging distribution channel have not been fully investigated or interpreted. This study observes how Internet-enabled distribution channel bookings have trended in occupancy and average daily rate in the Central Florida lodging market in the past five years. Specifically the author segmented the survey respondents into the lodging product service categories of budget, moderate, upscale and luxury to analyze …
The Making Of An Amusement Park Attraction: Stephen Danks Lodwick And The Creation Of The Dudley Do-Right's Ripsaw Falls, Exhibit Website, Tim Bottorff
Rosen Library Exhibits
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Tacky Treasures: Vintage Florida Souvenirs, Exhibit Brochure, Linda Black, Deb Ebster, Tim Bottorff
Tacky Treasures: Vintage Florida Souvenirs, Exhibit Brochure, Linda Black, Deb Ebster, Tim Bottorff
Rosen Library Exhibits
No abstract provided.