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Progress and prospects for event tourism research
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This paper examines event tourism as a field of study and area of professional practice updating the previous review article published in 2008. In this substantially extended review, a deeper analysis of the field's evolution and development is presented, charting the growth of the literature, focussing both chronologically and thematically A framework for understanding and creating knowledge about events and tourism is presented, forming the basis which signposts established research themes and concepts and outlines future directions for research. In addition, the review article focuses on constraining and propelling forces, ontological advances, contributions from key journals, and emerging themes and issues. It also presents a roadmap for research activity in event tourism.
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... Our intention was to start by providing a summary of the 'state of the art'. Higham (1999) stimulated research on the implications of SEs for tourism more than twenty years ago; the initial work was followed by various studies, especially on the actual tourism-related benefits of SEs (Weed, 2009) and the great theme of legacy (Getz & Page, 2016), leading all the way through to recent concepts such as the Sport Tourism Cube by , which offers new perspectives and suggests interesting topics for further investigation. Moreover, we mapped the streams through which the specific area of SE tourism research is defined. ...
... Brown et al. (2015) The definition and various meanings of value and evaluation of event management and event-tourism development. Getz and Page (2016) Legacies of mega-sporting events. Draper, Young Thomas, and ...
... The review of Kersulić, Perić, and Wise (2020) provided a comprehensive view of SE legacy, impact, and the chosen approach in terms of adopting appropriate event planning that creates a balance or rather enhances the sustainability of the events themselves. A broader perspective was offered by Getz and Page (2016). They started by framing the progression of research on event tourism, which has become a specific sub-field but is broader than the niche of SEs. ...
The link between sports and tourism has been widely researched. In this context, many studies have focused on sports event (SEs), finding that SEs provide a multitude of opportunities but also face many challenges at a local level. Despite the academic interest in the sports event tourism field, there is still little synthesis and no overview of research directions. Therefore, we proposed answering three research questions (RQs): What do we know today about the tourism perspectives of sports events? (RQ1); What are the main tourism implications of a sports event? (RQ2); What are the most and least investigated streams of research in this specific field of study? (RQ3). To answer these questions we conducted a systematized literature analysis including worldwide literature published between June 2000 and October 2020. Based on the findings, we provided insights into six clusters and their characteristics and highlighted major avenues to describe how SEs provide unique assets for tourism host destinations. Finally, we drew attention to important implications for future research, particularly in the context of the role of events for tourism recovery in the post-COVID-19 time.
... are of high relevance in international tourism and for the economy and well-being of host communities (Getz, 2008;Getz & Page, 2016). Indeed, the study of events, particularly festivals, is an important and fertile area of research in the field of tourism. ...
... Indeed, the study of events, particularly festivals, is an important and fertile area of research in the field of tourism. Event tourism is a segment of tourism that envisages festivals and events as tools for destination development and image building and as an attraction for tourists (Getz, 1991;Getz & Page, 2016). It plays an important role in the economic development of regions by promoting engagement with local communities through a mixture of local handicrafts, food and local traditions (Giaccone & Galvagno, 2021). ...
... It plays an important role in the economic development of regions by promoting engagement with local communities through a mixture of local handicrafts, food and local traditions (Giaccone & Galvagno, 2021). Rapidly it has expanded in the research activity and can play two different roles: animating the destination attractiveness and developing and marketing plans of places; responding to the increasing competition between places to attract tourists (Getz & Page, 2016). Attendees immerse in the local way of life, culture and traditions, creating memorable and creative experiences and local development (Giaccone & Galvagno, 2021). ...
... It is necessary to know the type of tourist who travels motivated by music [18] and participation in musical events [19] related to flamenco [13]. Tourists who appreciate the memorable and different traits [20]. ...
... The cultural exploration in itself is an important motivation from a touristic point of view [21]. Regarding this aspect, the number of cultural tourists trying out music-related experiences is increasing [18], as well as those participating in musical events [19]. In the performing arts, the cultural identity of the region of origin travels through its musicians and its residents, which facilitates a global flow of culture [22]. ...
Flamenco is a popular art, symbol of the culture of southern Spain, has a growing number of fans both from this country and from the rest of the world. This paper tried to find out if flamenco can be a determinant motivational element when choosing a destination and if there is a specific flamenco tourist who tries to travel to symbolic flamenco places. The results show evidence of the existence of three motivational dimensions directly related to flamenco: flamenco experience, flamenco brand, flamenco pretext. Also, a so-called ‘musical dimension’ was observed, where the motivation to participate in musical experiences in general prevailed. Based on these motivational dimensions, three types of flamenco tourists were identified: flamenco lovers, friends of flamenco, and musical attraction. It was found that the group formed by ‘flamenco lovers’ has a very high sensitivity to all musical variables related to flamenco, being this one, the most numerous group.
... Dans une perspective touristique, Getz et Page (2016) différencient les évènements relatifs aux affaires, aux loisirs et divertissements, aux sports, les festivals et la culture. Ces évènements sont en outre d"ampleur différente : méga-événements occasionnels, évènements symboliques périodiques, évènements régionaux et locaux (Getz et Page, 2016). ...
... Dans une perspective touristique, Getz et Page (2016) différencient les évènements relatifs aux affaires, aux loisirs et divertissements, aux sports, les festivals et la culture. Ces évènements sont en outre d"ampleur différente : méga-événements occasionnels, évènements symboliques périodiques, évènements régionaux et locaux (Getz et Page, 2016). Par définition, si ces évènements s"inscrivent sur une durée déterminée, certains nécessitant la construction d"infrastructures pérennes sont associés à des enjeux d"aménagements qui peuvent contribuer à structurer les territoires ; d"autres sont uniquement temporaires mais tous peuvent avoir des conséquences à long terme sur les villes qui les accueillent (Roche, 1994). ...
... But when it comes to socio-cultural impacts, the establishment of cause-effect relations that explain the recorded mutations has proved to be more delicate. According to Getz and Page (2016), the intangible socio-cultural effects and the long-term social and cultural cumulative event legacy still need to be measured and evaluated in an efficient way. In turn, the carbon and ecological footprints are methodologies of the environmental impact that demand to be applied. ...
The key goal of this conceptual paper is the creation of a sustainable management model of the Festa dos Tabuleiros (FT) event that provides a quality experience to the visitors without threatening the social, cultural and environmental integrity of the territory. Action research methodology has been used to improve the way the Tomar municipality organises and promotes the FT. In order to establish this model, it is necessary to determine the agents and relationships that underlie the production system of this event, aiming to improve the quality of its offer and the experience it provides to visitors as well as the sustainability of its production and consumption processes. In this sense, the development of the model will be based on four tasks: (1) stock-taking, interpreting and exhibiting cultural resources; (2) identifying, involving, analysing and educating stakeholders; (3) benchmarking of good practices in event sustainability; and (4) managing and monitoring the model. Hence, this paper aims to contribute to the safeguarding of the FT and to the sustainable development of the municipality and the region. This intent is achieved through the creation of a sustainable tourist-cultural management model that promotes the study, protection, enhancement, and dissemination of this event, as well as the creation of efficient and innovative solutions in an integrated way.
... Também no estudo de Carneiro, Eusébio, Caldeira e Santos (2019), a satisfação e a lealdade face a eventos de reconstituição histórica são analisadas, realçando-se o papel do design e do entretenimento nas emoções, satisfação e lealdade. Posto isto, se as entidades organizadoras dos eventos entenderem os fatores que afetam a revisita, estão a contribuir para o sucesso do evento e para satisfação e fidelização dos visitantes, levando à recomendação do evento e, por sua vez, ao aumento do número de visitantes a eventos futuros (Crompton & McKay, 1997;Getz & Page, 2016;Meng et al., 2006;Vareiro et al., 2019). ...
A medição da satisfação dos visitantes com um evento possibilita às entidades organizadoras obter informações sobre o que aqueles entendem que correu melhor e menos bem, assim como compreender as suas necessidades e motivações, ajudando os diferentes setores envolvidos a melhorar a qualidade dos produtos e serviços, e a promover e posicionar o evento. A satisfação dos visitantes contribui para a fidelização a um determinado evento/destino, através das intenções de voltar a visitar e a recomendálo a outros potenciais visitantes. Desta forma, se as entidades organizadoras compreenderem os fatores que afetam a visita e revisita, estão a contribuir para o sucesso do evento/destino, bem como para a satisfação e fidelização dos visitantes. Esta pesquisa tem como objetivo analisar a satisfação e a fidelização dos participantes da Festa das Cruzes (visitantes e residentes). Para isso, foram recolhidos dados através de um questionário a 601 indivíduos, entre abril e maio de 2019, e a análise estatística foi realizada com recurso ao software SPSS. Os resultados sugerem uma forte satisfação e fidelização ao evento, com cerca de 90% dos inquiridos a afirmarem que já tinham visitado o evento anteriormente e que pretendiam voltar e recomendar a Festa. Os inquiridos manifestaram algumas preocupações com questões relacionadas com a estrutura de apoio ao evento (como limpeza, transporte e estacionamento). Algumas diferenças foram encontradas entre residentes e não residentes em relação à satisfação com os atributos.
... As early as 1988, festival and event tourism was defined as an 'emerging giant in the tourism industry' (Getz and Frisby, 1988: 22), and its importance grew constantly in the following decades (Quinn, 2009;Getz and Page, 2015). In the broadest framework, festivals and events can be used to extend the tourist season, encourage public and private investment, generate revenue and boost the local economy (Ritchie and Beliveau, 1974;Mitchell and Wall, 1986;Ali-Knight, 2011;Dychkovskyy and Ivanov, 2020), especially in countries undergoing a process of development (Yancheva, 2014;Stipanović et al., 2015;Mxunyelwa and Tshetu, 2018). ...
The main aim of this chapter is to examine niche tourism initiatives as an alternative sustain- able tourism model in developing countries. Festival and event tourism represents a precious tool for sustainable development, especially when the festival or event takes place in a rural context and with the involvement of the local community (O’Sullivan and Jackson, 2002; Pickernell et al., 2007; Wood and Thomas, 2008; Van Aalst and van Melik, 2011; Mxunyelwa and Tshetu, 2018).
The Albanian case studies presented in this chapter aim to prove that rural festivals can go beyond simple event organization and generate new economic activities and development, consolidating the socioeconomic structure of a local community. Several festivals have recently taken place in Albania – namely, the UNUM Festival, the International Human Rights Film Festival, the Hemingway Jazz Festival and the South Outdoor Festival, among others, consolidating year by year this tourism niche in the national market.
... Over the past few decades, tourism activities (cultural, sports and business-related events) have become a rapidly growing segment of the leisure travel market (Getz & Page, 2016). The progress of the sports industry today has followed the times. ...
The purpose of this study was to determine the results of the analysis of the influence of trekking sport tourism on self-control and cooperation on mountain climbers, Nokilalaki, Sigi Regency. This study uses a quantitative descriptive approach without giving special treatment to respondents, then data collection is carried out using survey methods in the form of questionnaires or question naires. Closed with the help of the media google forms whose answer is already served so that respondents can choose answers according to their respective opinions. The sample selection used a non-probability sampling technique with an accidental sampling approach that was tailored to the needs and still took into account the representation of the population. The samples used were 137 people who had done trekking on mount Nokilalaki, Sigi Regency. Data from the results of this study are grouped according to the type then analyzed using the help of the microsoft excel 2013 application. The results showed the effect of trekking sport tourism on self-control and cooperation in Nokilalaki mountain climbers, Sigi Regency with a percent age very low 7%; low 15%; moderate 49%; high 22%; very high 7%. So, it can be concluded that overall trekking activity sports tourism have a moderate influence on aspects of self-control and cooperation of Nokilalaki mountain climbers, Sigi Regency.
The COVID-19 pandemic spawned several challenges for the events and festivals sector in Zimbabwe. However, scant scholarly attention has been paid to the COVID-19 pandemic-induced impacts on events and festivals with specific reference to Zimbabwe. This chapter examines the impacts of COVID-19 on Zimbabwe’s events and festivals sector and unpacks the recovery and resilient strategies deployed. A qualitative approach was adopted where 16 semi-structured in-depth telephone interviews were employed to collect data from events and festivals stakeholders selected through snowballing sampling. Data were analysed, and findings were presented under four themes: types of festivals and special events impacted, socioeconomic impacts, recovery and resilience strategies and festivals’ consumer mindset shift. Findings revealed that the events sector suffered the worst brunt of COVID-19 through blanket bans of gatherings that restricted mobility between 2020 and 2021. Additionally, COVID-19 induced multiple socioeconomic impacts, notably loss of income and sources of livelihood in the events value chain encompassing exhibitions, shopping, transportation, décor, artefacts, security services, food and beverages. The recovery and resilience enhancement strategies were implemented by using contactless payment platforms, holding hybrid events and migrating to virtual platforms. Employee training in digital skills is recommended for the events sector to keep pace with technological developments in the events tourism sector.KeywordsEvent tourismCOVID-19 pandemicResilience theoryRecovery strategiesFestivals and special event
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