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Title: German travel behavior and its influence on international tourism trends.
Creator: Zappi, Mary Katherine, Florida Atlantic University, Ivy, Russell L.
Abstract/Description: Germany, with respect to tourism departures, spending, and propensity, is a very strong market in the global tourism arena. German tourism has been increasing steadily over the past few decades, following the world trend. The objective of this paper is to assess the influence of Germans on world patterns during this era of tourism growth. The central focus is to determine to what extent the Germans act as allocentric trendsetters in world patterns. Arrival ranks of the most popular current...
Show moreGermany, with respect to tourism departures, spending, and propensity, is a very strong market in the global tourism arena. German tourism has been increasing steadily over the past few decades, following the world trend. The objective of this paper is to assess the influence of Germans on world patterns during this era of tourism growth. The central focus is to determine to what extent the Germans act as allocentric trendsetters in world patterns. Arrival ranks of the most popular current and historic destinations of world tourists and Germans were compared, and destination choices were analyzed with respect to tourist behavior theory. It was found that the Germans demonstrate several types of tourism motivations, and are influential both regionally and globally.
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Date Issued: 2001
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/12811
Subject Headings: Travelers, German, Tourism, Travel
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: A Stochastic Analysis of USA Tourism Markets for Location Policy of Canadian Government Field Offices.
Creator: Ecroyd, Lawrence G., Florida Atlantic University, Sullivan, John W.
Abstract/Description: The Canadian Government operates fourteen tourist market development offices in the U.S.A. It plans to open more. For optimum economic benefit, where should such offices be located and why? HYPOTHESIS: There is an area without a CGTB office that offers more potential tourist demand than one which already has an office. Procedure involved the use of multiple regression analysis and, for dependent variables, secondary data of automobile parties to Canada from origins in the U.S.A. Independent...
Show moreThe Canadian Government operates fourteen tourist market development offices in the U.S.A. It plans to open more. For optimum economic benefit, where should such offices be located and why? HYPOTHESIS: There is an area without a CGTB office that offers more potential tourist demand than one which already has an office. Procedure involved the use of multiple regression analysis and, for dependent variables, secondary data of automobile parties to Canada from origins in the U.S.A. Independent variables were: distance, population, income and retail sale characteristics of originating areas. Analysis showed a much stronger correlation and coefficient of determination when office territories are confined to contiguous areas. Predictive equation for the latter was significant. Applied to New Jersey, it was found that opening an office would probably induce more potential automobile tourist traffic to Canada than Southern California, where there is an office. This analysis offers a tool for such office location problems.
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Date Issued: 1972
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/13499
Subject Headings: Tourism--Canada
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Latin American Gentrifications: Tourism, Rural Development, and Community in Ayampe, Ecuador.
Creator: Salas, Mateo, Harris, Michael, Florida Atlantic University, Department of Anthropology, Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters
Abstract/Description: This thesis explores the gentrification of a rural village along the Ecuadorian coast by exploring its connection with the tourism industry. Through the use of several ethnographic methods, the data collected demonstrates gentrification outside of the context of urban areas by focusing on a rural area of the Global South. The rural gentrification of this village results in drastic increases in land value and the subordination of local people within the labor hierarchy, relegating them to...
Show moreThis thesis explores the gentrification of a rural village along the Ecuadorian coast by exploring its connection with the tourism industry. Through the use of several ethnographic methods, the data collected demonstrates gentrification outside of the context of urban areas by focusing on a rural area of the Global South. The rural gentrification of this village results in drastic increases in land value and the subordination of local people within the labor hierarchy, relegating them to positions of service. As the dominant economy, tourism leaves locals with few avenues for economic mobility. In doing so, tourism forces its own reproduction as locals engage in the industry through the creation of their own touristic businesses. Finally, this thesis exhibits how local communities control the type of tourism and tourists they host. Community-tourism discourse provides us with the tools necessary to illustrate local hosts as dynamic actors who sustain the tourism industry.
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Date Issued: 2021
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00013728
Subject Headings: Gentrification--Latin America, Tourism, Rural development
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Assessing the impacts of tourism in post-socialist countries: A case study of the Czech Republic.
Creator: Soukupova, Lenka., Florida Atlantic University, Ivy, Russell L.
Abstract/Description: The Czech Republic underwent many political and economic changes in the past decades, especially after the fall of the Iron Curtain in 1989, when communism was brought down and democracy reinstated. The changes affected tourism as well as other areas. This research looks at the evolution of the tourism industry in the Czech Republic, especially concentrating on two vertical themes, comparing different tourism variables on time periods before and after 1989. Quantitative and descriptive...
Show moreThe Czech Republic underwent many political and economic changes in the past decades, especially after the fall of the Iron Curtain in 1989, when communism was brought down and democracy reinstated. The changes affected tourism as well as other areas. This research looks at the evolution of the tourism industry in the Czech Republic, especially concentrating on two vertical themes, comparing different tourism variables on time periods before and after 1989. Quantitative and descriptive methods are applied to economic, sociocultural and environmental impacts of tourism to provide a detail comparison of the two time periods. As the Czech Republic is a country in transition, the efficiency and the lack of current tourism models for transition countries are discussed. Some modest ideas for future research are also proposed.
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Date Issued: 2003
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/12985
Subject Headings: Tourism--Czech Republic, Tourism, Czech Republic--Economic conditions--1989-, Post-communism--Europe, Eastern
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: COMPETENCY PATTERNS IN SELECTED DISTRIBUTIVE/MARKETING JOBS IN FLORIDA'S TOURISM-RELATED INDUSTRIES AS A BASIS FOR EDUCATIONAL PLANNING.
Creator: DIETERICH, LAWRENCE RAYMOND., Florida Atlantic University, Kirby, John T.
Abstract/Description: This dissertation deals with the development of curriculum materials for specialized secondary and post secondary distributive education. A competency pattern includes three elements: a basic theory, critical tasks in a selected job, and competencies required to perform these tasks. The theoretical framework for this study consists of 93 concepts and generalizations concerning marketing and economics along with a mission statement for the tourism-related industries in Florida. 195 structured...
Show moreThis dissertation deals with the development of curriculum materials for specialized secondary and post secondary distributive education. A competency pattern includes three elements: a basic theory, critical tasks in a selected job, and competencies required to perform these tasks. The theoretical framework for this study consists of 93 concepts and generalizations concerning marketing and economics along with a mission statement for the tourism-related industries in Florida. 195 structured interviews were held with the incumbent workers and their supervisors to determine the critical tasks which comprise the selected jobs. The competencies were drawn from the literature and from personal interviews with experts in these fields. The competencies have been grouped by industry and validated by an advisory committee representing each industry. The 9,144 competencies were analyzed to reveal: 3,024 - identical or highly similar to competencies identified in a previous study 1,736- common to one or more of the 24 jobs in this study and to one or more of the 76 jobs in the previous study 4,384 - unique to one job in this study. It would appear that the first two groups of competencies which relate to one or more of 100 distributive jobs could be integrated into most distributive education programs. The 4,384 competencies unique to one tourism-related job would be applicable only to distributive education programs in communities where jobs needing them are numerous.
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Date Issued: 1976
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/11679
Subject Headings: Educational planning, Tourism--Government policy--Florida
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Translog and Cobb-Douglas analysis of tourist demand in Florida.
Creator: Collins, Donald Lawrence., Florida Atlantic University, Yuhn, Ky-hyang
Abstract/Description: The purpose of this study is to determine what factors could influence an economic agents' decision to travel or vacation in Florida. This study measures this decision by analyzing the state Division of Tourism estimates for visitors in light of changes in; national gross domestic product, non-aviation gasoline prices, average airfares, and exchange rates. This data was compiled on a quarterly basis form 1980 to 1993 and analyzed by employing Translog and Cobb-Douglas demand functional forms...
Show moreThe purpose of this study is to determine what factors could influence an economic agents' decision to travel or vacation in Florida. This study measures this decision by analyzing the state Division of Tourism estimates for visitors in light of changes in; national gross domestic product, non-aviation gasoline prices, average airfares, and exchange rates. This data was compiled on a quarterly basis form 1980 to 1993 and analyzed by employing Translog and Cobb-Douglas demand functional forms for use in regression analysis. Based upon the regression results, the Cobb-Douglas functional form best represents what has historically occurred in the real economic world and follows generally accepted micro-economic demand theory. The Cobb-Douglas techniques reveal that an economic agents' future income expectations, measured by GDP levels, has a significant influence on Florida visitor estimates and has a role in the decision to vacation in Florida.
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Date Issued: 1996
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/15356
Subject Headings: Tourism--Florida, Economics, Mathematical, Prices, Regression analysis
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Networking trends of small tourism businesses: A case study of post-socialist Slovakia.
Creator: Copp, Charles B., Florida Atlantic University, Ivy, Russell L.
Abstract/Description: The country of Slovakia has experienced many new changes since their adoption of a market economic system. The tourism industry is an area of the economy that has experienced high levels of growth and is deemed to be a cornerstone of Slovakia's future well being. The objective of this paper is to assess this industry by investigating the reorganization and use of networks by small businesses. A survey of Slovak hotels and tourism agents was conducted to evaluate these interrelationships. The...
Show moreThe country of Slovakia has experienced many new changes since their adoption of a market economic system. The tourism industry is an area of the economy that has experienced high levels of growth and is deemed to be a cornerstone of Slovakia's future well being. The objective of this paper is to assess this industry by investigating the reorganization and use of networks by small businesses. A survey of Slovak hotels and tourism agents was conducted to evaluate these interrelationships. The results of the survey were then used to analyze the geographic differences between firms in Slovakia's tourism industry. Emerging patterns were found that reflected the adaptation of Slovakia's small tourism businesses to the changing business environment as well as network patterns that resembled those found in older market based economies.
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Date Issued: 2000
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/15753
Subject Headings: Tourism--Slovakia--Management--Case studies, Business networks--Slovakia--Case studies
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Event tourism and the product life cycle: The Brimfield, Massachusetts Antiques and Collectibles Show.
Creator: Wong, Faith Judith, Florida Atlantic University, Ivy, Russell L.
Abstract/Description: Because every region, destination, site, of event is unique, it has been difficult to apply any one specific rule or model to enhance tourism planning. In manufacturing, and other economic areas, the product life cycle concept has been a proven method used in tracing the evolution of a product of industry through its various stages of life. In the past, most tourism models were used specifically to measure economic development, employment, foreign exchange, and tax revenues, but not the life...
Show moreBecause every region, destination, site, of event is unique, it has been difficult to apply any one specific rule or model to enhance tourism planning. In manufacturing, and other economic areas, the product life cycle concept has been a proven method used in tracing the evolution of a product of industry through its various stages of life. In the past, most tourism models were used specifically to measure economic development, employment, foreign exchange, and tax revenues, but not the life cycle of the destination or site itself In recent years however, a form of the product life cycle model has been found increasingly useful in tracing the stages of the tourism product and its components. The tourism life cycle model provides the opportunity to study the history of a destination, site, or event by identifying the causes that influence its transition through each of its stages. The purpose of this paper is to trace the evolution of a major U.S. antiquing event by using the product, of more precisely, the tourism life cycle model. It will examine the different stages which the event had traversed, and will attempt to show that the time may be at hand for promoters and other vested participants to engage in strategic planning in order to rejuvenate the event.
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Date Issued: 2000
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/12664
Subject Headings: Product life cycle, Tourism--Planning, Flea markets--Massachusetts, Antiques--Massachusetts--Exhibitions
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Olympic legacy: a comparison of Barcelona 1992 and Athens 2004.
Creator: Nunan, Emma, O’Brien, William
Date Issued: 2012-04-06
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/3350921
Subject Headings: Olympic Games -- (25th : -- 1992 : -- Barcelona, Spain), Olympic Games -- (28th : -- 2004 : -- Athens, Greece), Olympics --Economic aspects, Olympics --History, Olympics --Political aspects, Olympics --Social aspects, Sports and tourism
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Photograph Album of Florida Scenes, Palm Beach and Royal Poinciana Hotel.
Abstract/Description: Photograph album, consisting primarily of photographs of people in Florida locales in early part of the 20th century.
Date Issued: 1904
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dl/FA00000010.pdf
Subject Headings: Pictorial works, Description and travel, History, Economics and Society: Post-Civil War Florida, 1865-1913, Business, Agriculture, and Tourism, 1878-1897
Format: E-book

Title: Scenes of Florida.
Date Issued: [19--]
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dl/FA00000012.pdf
Subject Headings: Pictorial works, Description and travel, Economics and Society: Post-Civil War Florida, 1865-1913, Business, Agriculture, and Tourism, 1878-1897
Format: E-book

Title: Lake Worth Historian.
Date Issued: 1896
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dl/FA00000021.pdf
Subject Headings: History, Description and travel, Agriculture, Description and travel, History, Economics and Society: Post-Civil War Florida, 1865-1913, Business, Agriculture, and Tourism, 1878-1897
Format: E-book

Title: A Guide to Florida: "The Land of Flowers".
Creator: Olney, George Washington
Date Issued: 1872
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dl/FA00000003.pdf
Subject Headings: Agriculture, Description and travel, History, Economics and Society: Post-Civil War Florida, 1865-1913, Business, Agriculture, and Tourism, 1878-1897
Format: E-book

Title: Olympic legacy: a comparison of Barcelona 1992 and Athens 2004.
Creator: Nunan, Emma, Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College
Abstract/Description: Hosting an Olympic Games has a major impact on the city and its people. I compared the Barcelona 1992 and Athens 2004 approaches to "legacy," the lasting impacts of a Games. I grouped my comparison into three categories : Economic, Urban and Environmental Impacts, and Global and Social Identity. In Olympic circles, few cities live up to the long-term planning standard set by Barcelona, especially in urban regeneration. However, most scholars agree that Athens did not plan for the post-Games...
Show moreHosting an Olympic Games has a major impact on the city and its people. I compared the Barcelona 1992 and Athens 2004 approaches to "legacy," the lasting impacts of a Games. I grouped my comparison into three categories : Economic, Urban and Environmental Impacts, and Global and Social Identity. In Olympic circles, few cities live up to the long-term planning standard set by Barcelona, especially in urban regeneration. However, most scholars agree that Athens did not plan for the post-Games period as effectively as they could have. Barcelona had better organization and cooperation, while the Athens organizers and the government disagreed on various issues. Though Athens wanted to leave a positive legacy and did in many ways, they were not as focused on that aspect. Athens shined in the concept of "heritage," which encompasses bringing the past into the present as a "legacy." Because of their h istory, they were able to bring historical meaning to their Games.
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Date Issued: 2012
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/FAU/3359312
Subject Headings: Olympics, History, Olympics, Political aspects, Olympics, Social aspects, Olympics, Economic aspects, Sports and tourism
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: Food, fantasy, and the spectacle: the role of food and illusion at the wizarding world of harry potter.
Creator: Broemel, Erin T., Brown, Susan Love, Florida Atlantic University, Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters, Department of Anthropology
Abstract/Description: Each year over 300 million people visit theme parks, making them the major vacation destination worldwide. Theme parks are known for their elaborate spectacle, the creation of artificial realities through intricate immersive experiences including costumed characters, stage shows, and extravagant decor. Though many aspects of the theme park experience have been reviewed, little focus has been given to the role of food in the overall immersion, particularly how food extends the spectacle into a...
Show moreEach year over 300 million people visit theme parks, making them the major vacation destination worldwide. Theme parks are known for their elaborate spectacle, the creation of artificial realities through intricate immersive experiences including costumed characters, stage shows, and extravagant decor. Though many aspects of the theme park experience have been reviewed, little focus has been given to the role of food in the overall immersion, particularly how food extends the spectacle into a fantastical created reality. This study examined the function of food within a highly immersive theme park setting, and how it contributed to the overall illusion and immersion of the fantasy environment. Research was conducted from December 2014 to March 2015 at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Universal Orlando Resort themed food served three overarching functions: (1) it operated as an experience, (2) it functioned as a conduit to authenticity, and, (3) it extended sensory perceptions. Food immersed tourists in the themed experience, though visual cues remained the primary sensory stimulus. However, guests considered the location to be more authentic when coupled with a themed food item, as opposed to the generic food choices found in other parks. Themed food functions as an extension of the spectacle by maintaining the illusion and contributes to the overall exhibition of the themed space.
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Date Issued: 2015
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00004430, http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00004430
Subject Headings: Consumer behavior, Food -- Psychological aspects, Food -- Social aspects, Food tourism, Harry Potter (Fictitious character) -- Influence, Rowling, J.K -- Characters -- Harry Potter -- Influence, Themed environments -- Influence, Universal Studios Florida (Orlando, Fla.) : Amusement Park -- Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Format: Document (PDF)

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