In regions where wine is produced, vineyards are often the dominant factor in the shaping of the landscape and wine growers contribute great parts to the agricultural production of the area. The beauty of the landscape and the possibility to see first-hand where and how wine is produced appeal to wine consumers [...]
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Consumer trends in tourism develop in many directions, one of them is based on the constant search for novelty and something more extreme. On 11th October 2009, Guy Laliberté, the seventh space tourist, returned to earth and this raises the question again if the final frontier for tourists is ultimately space. This article will [...] The majority of tourism markets are traditionally oriented from Western hemisphere. With Asia’s phenomenal economic growth global shifts are expected. While the world has always been predominantly influenced by Western concepts, Asia finds itself in a stage of confusion with increased possibilities for alternative, nearby market segments and Eurocentric concepts of tourism. Singapore decides [...] The tourism industry of today is subject to drastic changes in demand patterns. Tourists are shifting their consumption habits from passive fun to active learning. The twenty-first century innovation of the tourism business is characterised by the experience economy; the new tourist is increasingly wishing to stimulate and enhance its knowledge through experiences (Buhalis [...] Introduction Thailand has a long tradition of attracting high numbers of international tourists due to its exoticness and rich culture. However, since having become one of the most popular holiday destinations worldwide, mass tourism attributes and artificial attractions became an integrated part on the insular state, which traditionally provides authentic and cultural experiences. This [...] |
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