Introducing Sustainable Development Goals In College Curricula: A Way Forward,
2025
University of Rhode Island
Introducing Sustainable Development Goals In College Curricula: A Way Forward, Christy Ashley, Jason D. Oliver, Hillary Leonard
Markets, Globalization & Development Review
The commentary proposes a blueprint to help guide curriculum innovations, partnerships, and teaching interventions that incorporate the United Nations sustainable development goals (SDGs) into the curriculum. It suggests the utilization of AACSB’s Societal Impact Canvas with Ancona et al.’s (2007) Leadership Capabilities (Sensemaking, Relating, Visioning, Inventing) to provide a blueprint for mission-aligned SDG integration at a local level. It provides an illustrative example from the University of Rhode Island (USA), where the focus is on the Blue Economy. It aims to provide practical guidance for how a college or university can efficiently organize to gain stakeholder input that helps enhance …
Identifying Intangible And Biocultural Heritage Elements Toward Environmental Understanding: Engaging Stakeholders Through Art,
2025
CUNY Lehman College
Identifying Intangible And Biocultural Heritage Elements Toward Environmental Understanding: Engaging Stakeholders Through Art, Martha B. Lerski
Publications and Research
Grounded in a case study in Barbuda in the Caribbean, this research examines sustainability from the perspective of what arts and heritage can contribute to community engagement and local and broader understandings about the environment. This article documents a growing body of literature recognizing the role of arts and culture, including local knowledge and traditional ecological knowledge (TEK), in climate change endeavors. Art and TEK present expansive world views. Contextual information situates research done on the island of Barbuda pre- and post-Hurricane Irma. Visual arts workshops engaged community members in mixed methods research. Results documented cultural elements, particularly intangible and …
Sacred Or Sacrificed Placemaking: A Contested Fan Pilgrimage Site For Rural Tourism Development,
2025
Edith Cowan University
Sacred Or Sacrificed Placemaking: A Contested Fan Pilgrimage Site For Rural Tourism Development, Timo Thelen, Sangkyun Kim, Tomohiro Kai, Eerang Park
Research outputs 2022 to 2026
The concept of placemaking describes the transformation and development of a site directed by the local authorities. This longitudinal study examines the emergence of a fan pilgrimage site in rural Japan and the subsequent placemaking process to establish it as a popular culture tourism site. The study uncovers friction among stakeholders and backlash against the top-down placemaking approach from both residents and fans, whose attitudes are more critical and impactful than those of non-fan tourists towards making the place. The study contributes to a nuanced understanding of placemaking dynamics and complexity by drawing on a non-Western context and its particularities, …
Live Streaming In Hospitality And Tourism: A Hybrid Systematic Review And Way Forward,
2025
Edith Cowan University
Live Streaming In Hospitality And Tourism: A Hybrid Systematic Review And Way Forward, Yuhong Shao, Songshan (Sam) Huang
Research outputs 2022 to 2026
Purpose: This study aims to provide a timely review of hospitality and tourism live streaming (HTLS) research, aiming to understand the intellectual foundation in the past and identify opportunities for future research. Design/methodology/approach: This study collected 56 papers from journals in the Social Science Citation Index database or the Australian Business Deans Council journal quality list and adopted a hybrid systematic literature review combining bibliometric analysis and the theory-context-characteristics-method framework-based approach. Additionally, a cross-tabulation analysis was conducted to compare the research on two specific forms of HTLS – tourism e-commerce live streaming (TEcLS) and travel live streaming. Findings: The study …
The Effect Of Climate Change On Different Types Of International Visitors In Western Australia,
2025
Edith Cowan University
The Effect Of Climate Change On Different Types Of International Visitors In Western Australia, Ghialy Yap, Charbel Bassil
Research outputs 2022 to 2026
This paper examines the effects of climate change on tourist arrivals to Western Australia, which we classify according to the purpose of their visit (business, education, holiday, visitors of friends and relatives (VFR), and employment). We construct a temperature variability indicator that measures the deviation of extreme temperatures from the average temperature. Overall, the results reveal that temperature variabilities have long-term diminishing effects on tourist arrivals, specifically VFR, visitors for employment and education. Surprisingly, unusually low-temperature variability negatively affects tourist arrivals more than unusually high-temperature variability. This suggests that cooler temperatures than expected could lead to tourists’ dissatisfaction and reduce …
Value Co-Creation In Live Streaming Through Tourism Scenes: A Contextual Marketing Perspective,
2025
Edith Cowan University
Value Co-Creation In Live Streaming Through Tourism Scenes: A Contextual Marketing Perspective, Jun Yu, Chaowu Xie, Songshan Huang
Research outputs 2022 to 2026
Purpose: This study aims to identify a value co-creation framework for live streaming through tourism scenes (LStTS). It also clarifies the value attributes of LStTS and makes an empirical test. Design/methodology/approach: The study used a mixed-method approach. In Study 1, a total of 12,216 pieces of viewers’ comments and ten web news reports were coded and analyzed employing a grounded theory approach. In Study 2, data were collected from 587 Douyin e-commerce users. Exploratory factor analysis and partial least squares structural equation modeling were used to test the value co-creation framework of LStTS. Findings: In Study 1, six value attributes …
Antecedents Of Domestic Visitor’S Memorable Experiences And Gender Difference: A Heritage Tourism Context,
2025
Edith Cowan University
Antecedents Of Domestic Visitor’S Memorable Experiences And Gender Difference: A Heritage Tourism Context, Siamak Seyfi, S. M. Rasoolimanesh, Erose Sthapit, C. Michael Hall
Research outputs 2022 to 2026
This study explores the interplay between visitor engagement, authenticity, and destination image in shaping memorable tourism experiences (MTE) within the realm of domestic heritage tourism, as well as the potential moderating role of gender in these relationships. Data were collected in the historic city of Kashan, Iran through a self-administered questionnaire and a combination of Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) and multi-group analysis was employed to test the hypotheses. The results strongly support the influence of visitor engagement, authenticity, and destination image on various dimensions of MTE. Additionally, noteworthy gender differences emerged, revealing that authenticity has a more …
Scale Development For Measuring Sustainability Of Urban Destinations From The Perspectives Of Residents, Tourists, Businesses And Government,
2025
Edith Cowan University
Scale Development For Measuring Sustainability Of Urban Destinations From The Perspectives Of Residents, Tourists, Businesses And Government, S. M. Rasoolimanesh, Shi Y. Chee, Atchara Salee
Research outputs 2022 to 2026
This study develops four subjective scales to measure a destination’s sustainability from the perspectives of residents, tourists, businesses and government agencies. Using the expert opinion survey, participants were asked to evaluate the initial list of indicators based on five aspects of sustainability, including economic, socio-cultural, environmental, political and technological sustainability for each stakeholder group. Then, the scales were validated using partial least squares - structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) and confirmatory composite analysis (CCA). This article has a unique theoretical contribution by developing four scales to measure the sustainability of destinations from the perspective of four main stakeholders. Moreover, this article …
From Mindset To Practice: How Employees’ Attitudes Impact Tourism Businesses’ Sustainability Practices,
2025
Edith Cowan University
From Mindset To Practice: How Employees’ Attitudes Impact Tourism Businesses’ Sustainability Practices, S. Mostafa Rasoolimanesh, Shi Y. Chee, Neethiahnanthan A. Ragavan
Research outputs 2022 to 2026
Recognizing that attitudes can drive positive behavioral intentions, the study examines the effects of tourism business employees’ attitudes toward sustainable tourism on their involvement in economic, socio-cultural, environmental, political, and technological sustainability practices. The results of the 389 questionnaires completed by the employees revealed that employees’ attitudes toward sustainable tourism significantly affect the involvement of tourism businesses in sustainable practices. Importantly, these insights suggest that tourism businesses should prioritize cultivating a pro-sustainable mind-set among employees, enhancing training that links sustainability and business viability, and continuously aligning their sustainability strategies with changing societal standards. This study contributes to the literature on …
Accessible Tourism: Tourists With Physical Disability - Segmentation Based On Perceived Travel Barriers,
2025
Edith Cowan University
Accessible Tourism: Tourists With Physical Disability - Segmentation Based On Perceived Travel Barriers, Changjiang Tao, Songshan Huang, Jin Wang, Guanghui Qiao
Research outputs 2022 to 2026
Purpose: This study aims to explore the heterogeneity of the tourist market for people with a physical disability (PwPD) based on travel barriers, to serve them better, from a tourism marketing perspective. Design/methodology/approach: A market segmentation analysis was conducted on a sample of 480 PwPD in Sichuan Province, China, based on their perceived travel barriers. Data were obtained through three on-site and four online surveys. A four-step factor-item mixed segmentation, including factor analysis, cluster analysis, discriminant analysis and chi-square tests, was applied to examine the differences among PwPD tourist market segments in terms of various demographic characteristics, disability conditions (e.g. …
Confronting Indecision,
2025
Dartmouth College
Confronting Indecision, Lane Allison Murray
ENGS 15.11: Design and Education
This course aims to increase students' understanding of indecision and how to confront it. The class provides insight into how the fear of the unknown holds people back from making decisions and about understanding one's values as a means to combat indecision. Students and teachers alike explore instances of indecision and evaluate their own impulses & thought processes by reflecting on the deeper reasons for their choices. Students will increase their comfort level of asking themselves and their peers questions about the values that guide them and, in doing so, strengthen their relationships with themselves and others.
Analyzing Real-Time Behavioral Shifts In Response To Tourism Policy Using Google Trends Data And Advanced Difference-In-Differences (Did) Methods,
2025
Gardner-Webb University
Analyzing Real-Time Behavioral Shifts In Response To Tourism Policy Using Google Trends Data And Advanced Difference-In-Differences (Did) Methods, Aaron Bradley Scott
Doctor of Business Administration Dissertations
Google Trends is a publicly available aggregate search data portal that allows researchers to capture and review search interests. This dissertation analyzes real-time behavioral shifts resulting from tourism policy changes in Venice, Italy using Google Trends data. This work contributes to the current literature in DiD modeling, by using information-seeking behavior that is ahead of observable, lagged, outcomes. Through the integration of recent DiD advancements, this work further extends DiD applications in tourism econometrics, and a case-example of real-world tourism policy assessment. This dissertation highlights changes in search behavior immediately following policy implementation. Additionally, this work highlights Google Trends as …
Contextualising Hotel Career Behaviour: Testing A Sociocultural And Organizational Career Model,
2025
Edith Cowan University
Contextualising Hotel Career Behaviour: Testing A Sociocultural And Organizational Career Model, Franklin Akosa, Songshan (Sam) Huang, Hossein Ali Abadi, Jun Wen
Research outputs 2022 to 2026
This study applies Social Cognitive Career Theory (SCCT) to develop and empirically test a contextual model of hotel career outcomes in Ghana, focusing on how social and organizational factors shape employees' career attitudes and intentions. Drawing on survey data from 769 frontline hotel employees, Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) was employed to assess both the measurement and structural models. The results reveal that subjective norms significantly and positively influence career attitudes. Transformational leadership not only strengthens employees' career attitudes and intentions but also moderates the relationship between subjective norms and career attitudes, amplifying their positive effect. Additionally, favourable …
Where Music Shapes A Legacy,
2025
University of Central Florida
Where Music Shapes A Legacy, Manuel Rivera, Margaret Zorrilla
Hospitality+™ Center for Innovation and Training
The 2025 Curaçao North Sea Jazz Festival (CNSJF) reinforced its reputation as one of the Caribbean’s leading cultural events, delivering substantial economic benefits, an outstanding visitor experience, and deepening loyalty to both the festival and Curaçao. CNSJF 2025 stands as a powerful engine for Curaçao’s economy, a benchmark for festival experiences, and a driver of lasting loyalty and advocacy for both the event and the island. Its legacy is not only musical but also economic and cultural, shaping how visitors connect with Curaçao for years to come.
2025 Curacao's Tourism Evolution: Advancing Value And Impact,
2025
University of Central Florida
2025 Curacao's Tourism Evolution: Advancing Value And Impact, Manuel A. Rivera, Margaret Zorrilla, Andreina Gonzalez
Hospitality+™ Center for Innovation and Training
This report presents a comprehensive analysis of Curaçao’s tourism performance in 2025, integrating arrival data, visitor characteristics, and economic impact to provide a clear and unified view of the destination’s tourism system. Drawing on official arrival statistics and visitor survey data, the analysis examines not only the scale of tourism activity, but also the value generated across markets and visitor segments.
The Impact Of Film Factors On Destination Image And Travel Intention: A Comparative Study Between Vietnamese And Korean Film Industry,
2025
Edith Cowan University
The Impact Of Film Factors On Destination Image And Travel Intention: A Comparative Study Between Vietnamese And Korean Film Industry, Gavin Northey, Hoa Hong Pham, Colette Gallagher, Steve D’Alessandro, Phan Thi Minh Thu, Quan Ha Minh Tran, Trang Thị Thùy Dương
Research outputs 2022 to 2026
Film tourism represents a growing opportunity for destination marketers, yet limited research examines how specific filmic components within a film’s dramatic architecture influence destination image and travel intention. This study addresses this gap through a sequential explanatory mixed-methods design comprising three phases. First, a pre-test (n = 360) using exploratory factor analysis identified and validated four film components: plot, culture and tradition, scenery, and humanism. Second, a between-subjects quasi-experimental study with Vietnamese viewers (n = 792) employed partial least squares structural equation modeling to test how Korean versus Vietnamese films differentially influence domestic and international travel intentions. Third, semi-structured interviews …
The Missing Link In Urban Tourism: Connecting Leisure, Accessibility And Resident Participation For Enhanced Value,
2025
Edith Cowan University
The Missing Link In Urban Tourism: Connecting Leisure, Accessibility And Resident Participation For Enhanced Value, Juliana Juliana, Amelda Pramezwary, Arifin Djakasaputra, Moh Muhlis Anwar, Ferry Jie
Research outputs 2022 to 2026
This study aims to explore the interrelationships between urban leisure opportunities, accessibility of cultural resources, residents’ active engagement in urban tourism and their perceptions of tourism value. By examining these dynamics, the study seeks to provide insights into fostering sustainable urban tourism that benefits both residents and visitors. A quantitative research design was employed, utilizing a structured survey distributed to urban residents. Partial least squares-structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) was used to analyze the relationships among variables, supported by reliability and validity tests. Bootstrapping techniques further assessed the robustness of the hypotheses. The results indicate significant positive relationships among the studied …
Digitalisation As A Vehicle Of Expansion Of Tourism Industry,
2025
Edith Cowan University
Digitalisation As A Vehicle Of Expansion Of Tourism Industry, Nehad Laila Sanju, Ghialy Yap, Shrabani Saha, Mahfuzur Rahman
Research outputs 2022 to 2026
Despite increased interest both from scholars and policymakers, most research on digital transformation in the tourism sector focuses on demand-side factors. However, supply-side factors, specifically how the adaptation of information and communication technology benefits the industry, are somewhat scant. Applying Institutions and Economic Theory, this study examines the role of digitalisation in tourism development by employing the advanced bias-corrected method of moments dynamic panel model along with the Arellano-Bond, Arellano-Bover/Blundell-Bond method of moments for around 123 countries, including economic categorisations from 1995 to 2020. The results reveal that tourism is found to be positively and significantly correlated with digitalisation. Notably, …
The Impacts Of Digital Technology Use And Tourism Expenditure On Women’S Family Status: Evidence From China,
2025
Edith Cowan University
The Impacts Of Digital Technology Use And Tourism Expenditure On Women’S Family Status: Evidence From China, Jinwei Wang, Juan Hu, Yachen Zhang, Xin Wang, Alastair M. Morrison
Research outputs 2022 to 2026
The status of women is an influential factor in supporting the stable development of families and societies. How to improve women’s status has become a focus in gender studies, with emerging digital technologies and tourism expenditure thought to have potential impacts. This research investigated relationships among digital technology use, tourism expenditure, and women’s family status using survey data from the China Family Panel Studies (CFPS). The impacts were determined through developing baseline regression and stepwise regression models. The main findings were: (1) Digital technology use had a significant and positive effect on women’s family status, and there were differences among …
Phase-Specific Pandemic Survival Strategies: Insights From Tour Operators,
2025
Edith Cowan University
Phase-Specific Pandemic Survival Strategies: Insights From Tour Operators, Kai Xin Tay, Thanam Subramaniam, Jeniffer Kim Lian Chan, Neethiahnanthan Ari Ragavan, S. Mostafa Rasoolimanesh, Joaquim Dias Soeiro
Research outputs 2022 to 2026
The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and a significant and negative impact on the tourism sector, and effective strategies were required to resolve pertinent challenges. The present study sought to appraise the survival strategies of Malaysian tour operators through a systematic literature review and in-depth interviews with 26 tour operator firms. The findings were discussed by employing a reactive, adaptive, protective, and proactive (RAPP) framework to underscore phase-specific strategies. The first phase included decreasing operational expenditures and staff layoffs. The second phase encompassed retraining existing staff while diversifying the current business scope. The third phase prioritised protecting financial integrity, engaging …
