Includes bibliographical references.

Anatolia – an ambitious journey to strengthen the nature of tourism research -- Interdisciplinary higher education in tourism: The case of SQU, Oman -- Factors influencing tourist expenditure by tourism typologies: a systematic review -- Value as a medical tourism driver interacted by experience quality -- Tourism expenditure in post-earthquake Christchurch, New Zealand -- First-time versus repeat tourists: level of satisfaction, emotional involvement, and loyalty at hot spring -- Investigating influencers of employee engagement in travel agents in Egypt -- Chinese tourists’ motivation and their relationship to cultural values -- An exploratory study of core self-evaluation and entrepreneurial motivation -- Does tourism reduce social distance? A study on domestic tourists in Turkey -- Motivations of museum volunteers in New Zealand’s cultural tourism industry -- Exploring the antecedents of value co-creation: guests’ perspectives on Finnish hotels -- Consumers’ motivation to patronize green lodging facilities -- The 12th UNWTO/PATA forum on tourism trends and outlook -- The global conference on business, hospitality and tourism research 2018 -- 10th World Conference for Graduate Research in Tourism, Hospitality and Leisure -- 6th interdisciplinary tourism research conference -- Contemporary studies in environment and tourism -- The routledge handbook of consumer behaviour in hospitality and tourism -- The future of tourism: innovation and sustainability -- Michael Olsen: an early pioneer of hospitality education.

[Article Title: Anatolia – an ambitious journey to strengthen the nature of tourism research/ Nazmi Kozak &Metin Kozak, p. 1-5]

Abstract: Originally born in Turkey, Anatolia started its journey in 1990. The Turkish edition of Anatolia was born as a consequence of interactive, long–lasting discussions with a larger group of people in Turkey. Its mission was to enrich the capacity of tourism studies at the domestic level in Turkey partially by publishing translated articles from international journals and partially by encouraging tourism scholars to focus on empirical papers which was not also not mature enough at the international level at that time. In 1997, the English version was born as a consequence of interactive, long–lasting discussions again with a larger group of people in Turkey and in U.S. The team was led by Nazmi Kozak (Turkey), and formed by Hasan Işın Dener (Turkey), Sevil F. Sönmez (USA), Muzaffer Uysal (USA), Ercan Sirakaya (USA), and Metin Kozak (UK). The team also provided useful feedback to other scholars to publish a strong journal in the field.

https://doi.org/10.1080/13032917.2019.1577101

[Article Title: Interdisciplinary higher education in tourism: The case of SQU, Oman/ Galal M. H. Afifi,Tamer Atef and Yaqoob Al Busaidi, p. 6-17]

Abstract: One of the most distinctive features of tourism is its extensive relationships with other areas, where tourism rooted interactions with economic, cultural, social, environmental, political, and religious aspects are all well documented. It is, therefore, logic to assume that such nested relationships have a reflection on tourism education. In this regard, this research aims to analyse the academic plan of the Tourism Department at Sultan Qaboos University (SQU) to recognize the interaction between tourism and other educational disciplines. As an accredited programme, practices of the Tourism Department at SQU could be seen as a good model for other regional departments which aim to ensure adopting an interdisciplinary approach in tourism education.

https://doi.org/10.1080/13032917.2018.1494610

[Article Title: Factors influencing tourist expenditure by tourism typologies: a systematic review/ Ana Belén Mudarra-Fernández,Isabel Carrillo-Hidalgo and Juan Ignacio Pulido-Fernández, p. 18-34]

Abstract: There is abundant scientific literature on tourist expenditure and the factors which determine spending. The purpose of this paper is to systematize, present and analyze the results obtained from a comprehensive review of scientific literature on the variables that affect tourist expenditure for different tourism typologies. It has been possible to discover which factors influence expenditure in the different types of destination, which is of enormous interest for two reasons. Firstly, research opportunities have been identified with respect to the variables and types which have not been closely studied. Secondly, this research will facilitate decisions by policymakers and destination managers, providing information about the factors which generate greater spending and which are those that they should act to strengthen.

https://doi.org/10.1080/13032917.2018.1495086

[Article Title: Value as a medical tourism driver interacted by experience quality/ Alireza Habibi and Ahmad Azmi M. Ariffin, p. 35-46]

Abstract: This study contends that inherent negative effects of medical tourism’ perceived sacrifices such as perceived risk and perceived fee could be lessen by the interaction role of experience quality. The findings indicate that the moderating role of experience quality on the relationship of perceived risk and perceived value was significant. Similarly, the experience quality also had a significant role in weakening the influence of perceived fee on perceived value. In this view, hospitals as well as other medical tourism service providers must make an effort to offer memorable experience and services to patients in order to minimize the negative effects of perceived risk and perceived fee.

https://doi.org/10.1080/13032917.2018.1496122

[Article Title: Tourism expenditure in post-earthquake Christchurch, New Zealand/ Girish Prayag,Peter Fieger and John Rice, p. 47-60]

Abstract: This paper investigates whether tourism expenditure and exchange rates influence local GDP for the city of Christchurch (New Zealand), following the 2010 and 2011 earthquakes. Domestic and international expenditures are analysed separately using vector auto-regression (VAR) models. We perform Granger causality tests to determine the directionality of the relationships uncovered. Our results show that increased domestic and international visitor spending is followed by a measurable and significant increase in local GDP. Exchange rates have a small but non-significant impact on international tourist spending. Stimulating tourism demand will be an essential element to achieve substantial economic growth in Christchurch. The findings have implications for policy making in terms of promoting economic growth in disaster prone areas.

https://doi.org/10.1080/13032917.2018.1496941

[Article Title: First-time versus repeat tourists: level of satisfaction, emotional involvement, and loyalty at hot spring/ Mercede Shavanddasht and Mamoon Allan, p. 61-74]

Abstract: This study aims to investigate the differences between first-time and repeat tourists in terms of emotional involvement, satisfaction and loyalty constructs. Quantitative methodology was employed, consisting of a self-administered questionnaire that involved inviting a convenience sample of 400 tourists visiting the Sarein hot spring of Ardebil in Iran. The collected data was analyzed by using descriptive statistics, independent sample t-test, factor analysis, pearson’s correlation analysis and multiple regression. The results indicate that there were no significant differences between first-timers and repeat visitors for demographic characteristics, emotional involvement, satisfaction and loyalty. Based on the research findings, repeat visitors were found to be slightly more satisfied, involved and loyal compared to the first-timers.

https://doi.org/10.1080/13032917.2018.1498363

[Article Title: Investigating influencers of employee engagement in travel agents in Egypt/ Mohammad Soliman and Marwa S. Wahba, p. 75-89]

Abstract: Employee engagement (EE) is a relatively recent concept, with revealed organizational interests, yet, little is studied about its antecedents and consequences in the tourism field. This paper investigates the main drivers of EE in Egyptian travel agents and explores its influences on their performance. Using a questionnaire, the collected data were analysed by structural equation modelling. The findings indicated that work environment, rewarding and recognition, learning and development and leadership are the key drivers of EE, which has a significant relationship with travel agents’ performance. This study provides valuable contributions for tourism authorities in Egypt by providing insight into how EE is predicted. It also adds to the few studies that have explored EE in the tourism industry.

https://doi.org/10.1080/13032917.2018.1503965

[Article Title: Chinese tourists’ motivation and their relationship to cultural values/ Shan Jiang,Noel Scott,Li Tao and Peiyi Ding, p. 90-102]

Abstract: Tourists’ motivations are deeply rooted in the cultural values of the native country’s culture. This study examined Chinese outbound leisure tourists’ motivations and analysed their relationship to Chinese cultural values. These motivations were identified using means-end chain-based laddering interviews with 60 respondents from three major Chinese cities. Analysis identified 15 motivations at the values level which were grouped into three themes: self-enhancement, nurturing the soul, and harmony relationships. These cultural values influence how and why Chinese tourists travel overseas. This paper contributes to the tourism literature by establishing a set of cultural values based on the respondent’s own answers, and by relating tourists’ motivations and cultural values identified.

https://doi.org/10.1080/13032917.2018.1504312

[Article Title: An exploratory study of core self-evaluation and entrepreneurial motivation/ Alleah Crawford, p. 103-114]

Abstract: This research focused on the relationship between core self-evaluation, job satisfaction, and exhaustion that has been supported in the literature. More specifically, this study explored a potential mediation of this relationship by entrepreneurial motivation. The sample included 102 bed and breakfast entrepreneurs. Findings indicate that entrepreneurial motivation partially mediates the core self-evaluation and job satisfaction relationship while it has no mediating effect on the core self-evaluation and exhaustion relationship. Implications and future research are discussed.

https://doi.org/10.1080/13032917.2018.1517266

[Article Title: Does tourism reduce social distance? A study on domestic tourists in Turkey/ Sedat Çelik, p. 115-126]

Abstract: The main purpose of this study is to determine whether the tourist’s social distance perceptions towards the local people are reducing thanks to tourism and the causes of tourist’s social distance perceptions. The Social Distance Scale of Bogardus was employed to prepare the questionnaires that were used in the study. Domestic tourists (n = 400) visiting the Southeastern Anatolia Region (before and after their visit) and people who had not visited the region (n = 263) before were asked to complete the questionnaire. The tourists’ social distance towards the local people has changed positively.

https://doi.org/10.1080/13032917.2018.1517267

[Article Title: Motivations of museum volunteers in New Zealand’s cultural tourism industry/ Xiaohua Chen,Claire Liu and Jane Legget, p. 127-139]

Abstract: Museums and galleries in New Zealand tourist destinations are heavily dependent on tourist dollars for their sustainability, yet their volunteers may not consider themselves part of the cultural tourism industry. Using a modified survey instrument (Volunteer Function Inventory – VFI), this study investigates motivational factors influencing decisions to volunteer and volunteers’ characteristics at three Auckland museums. Results show that museum volunteers were attracted by the heritage collections and local history and opportunities to contribute time, skills and intellect to a community asset, independent of tourist appreciation. “Values”, based on the VFI model, were identified as having most influence over decisions to volunteer. The findings have implications for volunteer recruitment and management in cultural institutions of different sizes and international settings.

https://doi.org/10.1080/13032917.2018.1542521

[Article Title: Exploring the antecedents of value co-creation: guests’ perspectives on Finnish hotels/ Erose Sthapit, p. 140-142]

Abstract: Studies on value co-creation have increasingly been applied in the field of tourism and hospitality. However, few studies have focused on the antecedents of value co-creation (Prior & Marcos-Cuevas, Citation2016). In the same vein, research linked to accommodation experiences has been conducted in the context of Airbnb (Sthapit & Jimenez-Barreto, Citation2018). Moreover, the consumer behavioural shift towards a sharing and experience-driven economy implies serious ramifications for traditional hospitality providers (such as hotels) and faces unprecedented competition. Therefore, the current study explores specific value dimensions that generate positive value outcomes as a result of interactive value formation (IVF) – value co-creation in Finnish hotels context. A value dimension is a certain feature of a service that can potentially contribute to an overall value for the actors involved (Woodruff, Citation1997).

https://doi.org/10.1080/13032917.2018.1550660

[Article Title: Consumers’ motivation to patronize green lodging facilities/ Godwin-Charles Ogbeide, p. 143-145]

Abstract: Numerous studies have examined consumers’ attitudes and/or intentions towards practicing socio-environmentally responsible behaviour (e.g. Chen, Citation2015; Kim, Lee, & Fairhurst, Citation2017; Ogbeide, Citation2012; Yu, Li, & Jai, Citation2017). However, more research is needed on how motivational factors (such as environmental sustainability concerns, incentives, rewards, etc.) could influence consumers’ decisions to patronize socio-environmentally responsible lodging facilities. Lodging facilities that make a commitment to be socio-environmentally responsible are regarded as green lodging facilities (Ogbeide, Citation2012). This study utilizes the expectancy theory to examine the impact of inducements on consumers’ motivations to patronize green lodging facilities. Many studies on environmentally sustainable practices in the hospitality industries have emphasized the organizations’ benefits of adopting environmentally sustainable practices (Blanco, Rey-Maquieira, & Lozano, Citation2009; Goodman, Citation2000). According to Kirk (Citation1995), research in the U.S. indicated that consumers were not willing to pay extra to fund green policies. Some studies indicated that more consumers felt that they should be rewarded for using green lodging facilities over traditional hotels by providing benefits such as hotel reward points and discounts (Ogbeide, Citation2012; Tzschentke, Kirk, & Lynch, Citation2004).

https://doi.org/10.1080/13032917.2018.1550661

[Article Title: The 12th UNWTO/PATA forum on tourism trends and outlook/ Naipeng (Tom) Bu,Di (Steve) Xu,Fei (Emily) Zhong &Honggen Xiao, p. 146-148]

Abstract: The 12th UNWTO/PATA Forum on Tourism Trends and Outlook was held at Guilin, China, from 25 to 27 October 2018. The Forum was jointly organized by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) in collaboration with The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and Guilin Municipal People’s Government. It drew attendees from about 22 different countries or regions.

https://doi.org/10.1080/13032917.2018.1546271

[Article Title: The global conference on business, hospitality and tourism research 2018/ Tingting Zhang and Cihan Cobanoglu, p. 148-151]

Abstract: The Association of North America Higher Education International (ANAHEI) successfully organized the Global Conference on Business, Hospitality and Tourism Research (hereafter GLOSEARCH 2018) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam from 2 October to 5 October 2018. GLOSEARCH 2018 brought together researchers, scientists, scholar and scholar students to exchange and share their experiences, new ideas, and research results about all aspects of business, hospitality, and tourism research and discuss the practical challenges encountered and the solutions adopted. English is the official language of the conference. University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee sponsored the conference and Hoa Sen University, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam was the conference host.

https://doi.org/10.1080/13032917.2018.1546366

[Article Title: 10th World Conference for Graduate Research in Tourism, Hospitality and Leisure/ Edina Ajanovic, p. 152-154]

Abstract: 10th World Conference for Graduate Research in Tourism, Hospitality and Leisure was held from 2 to 7 October 2018 in Avanos, Cappadocia, which is considered as one of the most beautiful regions in Turkey. Conference was organized by co-chairs Metin Kozak, Dokuz Eylul University, Turkey, and Nazmi Kozak, Anadolu University, Turkey, with the aim of providing a forum for research collaboration and sharing experiences. The call for conference was made open for graduate students of master and Ph.D. programmes to showcase their thesis or dissertations in terms of hypothesis development, methodology and contribution to the existing literature as well as for both graduates and faculty members who were encouraged to submit both their work-in-progress or completed conceptual or empirical papers. Conference was planned as a full five-day-programme event which comprised seminars, keynote speaker sessions, research papers presentations, Ph.D. dissertations and master thesis presentations, poster exhibition, half-day and full-day tours in magnificent Cappadocia region and gala dinner with the award ceremony.

https://doi.org/10.1080/13032917.2018.1550662

[Article Title: 6th interdisciplinary tourism research conference/ Claude Sobry, p. 155-157]

Abstract: The 6th Interdisciplinary Tourism Research Conference took place during 2–7 October 2018, in Avanos, a city is located in the region of Cappadocia, Turkey. The conference was under the leadership of Anatolia, an internationally well-respected journal of tourism and hospitality research (http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals/RANA). The six-day conference was hosted in the Hilton Double Tree Hotel and featured very interesting workshops, keynote speeches and exciting presentations. As Metin and Nazmi Kozak, the co-chairs, said, out of 82 submissions, 42 papers remained in the conference program for an oral presentation. The participating scholars came from a wide range of countries, 20 in total.

https://doi.org/10.1080/13032917.2019.1573345

[Article Title: Contemporary studies in environment and tourism/ Jeet Dogra, p. 158-164]

Abstract: Tourism has massive socio-economic benefits representing a major source of global employment and revenue, but at the same time negatively impacts the environment and the ecosystem. To discuss this complex relationship, a book on environment and tourism was authored by 73 contributors in 32 chapters based on landscape studies, wetlands, natural history, culture and heritage, GIS and urban space management, community participation, and cultural geography. Moreover, the chapters are bifurcated into four parts with discussions based on selected areas, demographic developments, changes in the functions of the municipality and terrain morphometric analysis for the support of tourism development.

https://doi.org/10.1080/13032917.2018.1544443

[Article Title: The routledge handbook of consumer behaviour in hospitality and tourism/ Robert M. O’Halloran, p.158-164]

Abstract: The Routledge Handbook of Consumer Behaviour in Hospitality and Tourism, edited by Saurabh Kumar Dixit is a very comprehensive collection of chapters focused on consumer behavior and all its facets and is a solid reference tool for the field. The text is organized with an introduction and six parts including 46 chapters. The text has 76 contributors and the content is supported by 28 tables, 42 figures, and a comprehensive index.

This book is a useful reference tool for undergraduate or graduate students, focusing on consumer behavior, and service and quality as they relate to hospitality and tourism. The text would be a great addition to a hospitality and tourism program’s reference materials and a good volume for a university digital library.

https://doi.org/10.1080/13032917.2018.1551013

[Article Title: The future of tourism: innovation and sustainability/ Elisabetta Ruspini, p. 158-164]

Abstract: If we reflect on the future of tourism and on the relationship between tourism and innovation, a number of key questions arise: What exactly are tourism innovations? Does tourism need innovation? If yes, what kind of innovation? How innovative is the tourism industry? How can innovation shape a successful future for tourism? What do we mean by sustainable innovation?. Tourism is currently facing enormous challenges: the explosion of ICTs(Information and Communication Technologies), global economic restructuring, increased international migration, environmental limits to growth, and climate change. Other challenges have to do with the huge generational shift that is taking place in today’s tourism community. The younger generations (Millennials and Generation Zers) are different in many ways from earlier generations due to the fact that they have a specific socio-historical location.

https://doi.org/10.1080/13032917.2018.1552055

[Article Title: Michael Olsen: an early pioneer of hospitality education/ Prakash Chathoth and Kaye Chon, p. 165-169]

Abstract: The emergence of a given discipline as it relates to education, as in other domains, is to a large extent dependent on the leadership role that incumbents assume within that discipline. In particular, academic disciplines are influenced by scholars who contribute towards their success both in terms of knowledge building and dissemination activities as well as in the administration of programs. Within hospitality and tourism academia, a name that comes up more often than others, and whose contributions have pushed the boundaries of education to levels that have made it more global in terms of reach and acceptance, is the late Dr. Michael Olsen. To many of his doctoral student graduates, and for many others who have been influenced by him, his legacy will remain as the beacon that will pave the way for hospitality and tourism academia for years to come, not just in the United States, but globally. This portrayal is a tribute to Olsen’s legacy from the authors’ own account based on their association and interactions with him over a combined period of three decades. Needless to say, a short account such as this would not do justice to the contributions of a legendary academic, but is simply a reflection of our respect and remembrance, which could be summarized in four simple words: “To Sir with Love”.

https://doi.org/10.1080/13032917.2019.1582894