The complexities of religious tourism motivations: Sacred places, vows and visions
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DOI: 10.1016/j.annals.2018.02.011
Abstract: The aim of this paper is to understand the complexity of travel motivations to sacred places. Using ethnographic techniques within the Greek Orthodox context, we argue that while motivations are institutionally constructed, they are fragile,… read more here.
Keywords: religious tourism; complexities religious; tourism motivations; motivations sacred ... See more keywords
Religious tourism in southern Mexico: Regional scopes of the festival of the Immaculate Conception
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DOI: 10.1016/j.geoforum.2017.04.016
Abstract: Abstract In Mexico, pilgrimages to Catholic sanctuaries are a common cultural practice. Considering the relevance of Izamal sanctuary for the regional context of the Yucatan peninsula, this paper explores the territorial scopes of its celebration… read more here.
Keywords: celebration; immaculate conception; regional scopes; religious tourism ... See more keywords
The spatial practice of religious tourism in India: a destinations perspective
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DOI: 10.1080/14616688.2020.1819400
Abstract: Religious tourism refers to contemporary patterns of travel to sacred places and has taken many forms owing to different motivations of visitors. Researchers have discussed motivation, activities, ... read more here.
Keywords: tourism; religious tourism; tourism india; practice religious ... See more keywords
Managing religious tourism
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DOI: 10.1080/1743873x.2019.1626043
Abstract: This 188-page book is part of the CABI Religious Tourism and Pilgrimage Series. It has 14 chapters from 27 contributors plus an index and presents an interesting collection of readings and cases. A... read more here.
Keywords: religious tourism; tourism managing; tourism; managing religious ... See more keywords
Spiritual and religious tourism, motivations and management
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DOI: 10.1080/1743873x.2020.1725266
Abstract: The management of sacred sites is important for all stakeholders involved in order to maintain the authenticity of the pilgrimage experience. Authentic objects and sites influence the spiritual exp... read more here.
Keywords: tourism; religious tourism; spiritual religious; motivations management ... See more keywords
Sociodemographic relationships of motivations, satisfaction, and loyalty in religious tourism: A study of the pilgrimage to the city Mecca
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0283720
Abstract: Religious tourism is a growing sector of the tourism market because of the many social and cultural changes in the 21st century. Pilgrimage centers worldwide are considered important at the levels of religion, heritage, and… read more here.
Keywords: satisfaction loyalty; socio demographic; religious tourism; tourism ... See more keywords
Effect of decision-making style on travel intention of religious tourism (Qom as religious tourism destination in Iran)
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DOI: 10.1504/ijams.2019.10018988
Abstract: Marketing experts are interested in travel intention since it enables them to analyse tourists' consumer behaviour. In order to understand the behaviour of religious tourists, this study concentrates on the effect of decision-making styles on… read more here.
Keywords: religious tourism; style; travel intention; consumer ... See more keywords
Visa-Free Travel to Sri Kartarpur Sahib: Historic Pilgrimage and Religious Tourism from Indian Punjab to Pakistan Punjab
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DOI: 10.21659/rupkatha.v12n3.09
Abstract: Kartarpur, the holiest shrine in Sikhism located across River Ravi in Pakistan, was founded in 1504 CE by Guru Nanak, the first guru of Sikhism, who also established the first Sikh commune there. This time,… read more here.
Keywords: pakistan; historic pilgrimage; punjab; religious tourism ... See more keywords
Moderating Effects of Religious Tourism Activities on Environmental Risk, Leisure Satisfaction, Physical and Mental Health and Well-Being among the Elderly in the Context of COVID-19
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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph192114419
Abstract: The purpose of this study is to explore whether religious tourism activities can create a safe leisure environment and improve the well-being of the elderly during the COVID-19 pandemic, with the participants in the Baishatun… read more here.
Keywords: health; religious tourism; leisure; tourism activities ... See more keywords
Segmentation of Religious Tourism by Motivations: A Study of the Pilgrimage to the City of Mecca
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DOI: 10.3390/su14137861
Abstract: The present study about the pilgrimage to Mecca aims to: (i) identify the motivational dimensions of the demand for religious tourism, (ii) determine the segments of the demand for religious tourism, (iii) establish the relationship… read more here.
Keywords: mecca; religious tourism; tourism motivations; segmentation religious ... See more keywords
Environmental Impacts of Mass Religious Tourism: from Residents' Perspectives
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DOI: 10.3727/108354217x14888192562285
Abstract: This study aims to examine residents' perceptions of the environmental impact of mass religious tourism in Mashhad, Iran. Although numerous studies have examined residents' perceptions regarding the impact of mass religious tourism, there is a… read more here.
Keywords: tourism; religious tourism; residents perceptions; environmental impact ... See more keywords