Cruise tourists spend less
Researchers found that cruise tourists spend an average of NOK 300 per day onshore, compared to NOK 600 for camping and hotel tourists. This is due to the all-inclusive nature of cruises and low budget options.
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Portrayal of spring break excess may be stereotypes gone wild
Researchers analyzed studies on spring break from 1980 to 2010 and found no conclusive evidence of increased extreme behaviors. Instead, they suggest that campus behaviors are a good predictor of how students will act during spring break. The media portrayal of spring break may not accurately represent the full experience.
Changing climate, not tourism, seems to be driving decline in chinstrap-penguin populations
Researchers funded by NSF found that changing climatic conditions, rather than tourism, are driving the decline in chinstrap-penguin populations. The study analyzed data from 1994-2011 and found a significant decline of 50% in breeding pairs at Baily Head since 1986-87.
Payoff lacking for casino comps
A study by Temple University researchers found that free room giveaways are less profitable than alternative comps such as free travel and parking. In fact, casinos could see an $8.45 return on every dollar spent on their own travel and parking promotions compared to only a $2.51 return on room, food, or beverage giveaways.
Language barrier creates legal hurdles for Brits in Turkey
A study from Queen Mary University of London found that British citizens in Turkey struggle with local and international laws, leaving them financially at risk. An inability to speak or read Turkish hinders access to Turkish citizenship, limiting civic legal rights.
Note to waitresses: Wearing red can be profitable
Researchers found that male patrons give higher tips to waitresses wearing red, with a difference of up to 26.1% more than those not wearing red. The study suggests that red increases the physical and sexual attractiveness of women, leading to increased tipping behavior.
New Au. sediba fossils discovered in rock
South African scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery of a large rock containing significant parts of a skeleton of an early human ancestor, believed to be the remains of 'Karabo', the type skeleton of Australopithecus sediba. The fossil will be unveiled live online and in a laboratory studio for the first time in history, allo...
More people staying connected on vacation
A Michigan State University study reveals that easy online access and personal devices have made the digital divide disappear during vacations. People are using their phones to plan, check weather forecasts, and access local information, showing a significant shift in how travelers use technology on holiday.
Botswana, climate and tourism
The Okavango Delta, Botswana's largest tourist draw, is vulnerable to climate change impacts on wildlife and wetlands. Climate change could jeopardize the country's $2 billion tourism sector, with over 50,000 visitors annually.
'Slum tourism' research project launched at University of Leicester
A new European Union-funded project at the University of Leicester will analyze the growth in tours of urban poverty areas, also known as slums, favelas or townships. The study aims to determine whether slum tourism can help tackle global inequalities and injustices.
Can nature's beauty lift citizens from poverty?
A long-term study on nature tourism in China's Wolong Nature Reserve found that those with resources, education, and government connections were more likely to succeed in the tourism industry. The research highlights the need for balanced policies between economic development and habitat management.
Researchers give long look at who benefits from nature tourism
A long-term study reveals that nature tourism in China's Wolong Nature Reserve increases conservation efforts, but disproportionately benefits individuals with existing resources. The research suggests that poverty alleviation policies may need to be revised to address the unequal distribution of benefits.
Coral reef winners and losers in a warmer world
A new study reveals that coral reefs will survive climate change by altering the mix of coral species as temperatures rise and oceans become more acidic. This shift could have significant implications for ecosystem services like reef tourism and fishing, with potential losses in biodiversity.
To celebrate prairie landscapes, research says to take an aesthetic approach
A Kansas State University researcher is studying the aesthetic approach to celebrate prairie landscapes, challenging conventional perceptions of beauty. By taking an artistic perspective, she found new ways to appreciate the prairie's unique qualities, such as its temporal and spatial experiences.
Researcher studies the globalization of sex trafficking and the organizations that work to stop it
Researchers are studying ways anti-trafficking groups fight back against globalization's impact on sex trafficking. The study focuses on geography, history, and economic impact of trafficking, highlighting how technology and transportation have enabled the transnationalization of the sex trade.
China's plant resources need additional protections
China's existing protected areas are failing to conserve wild plants, which could be valuable sources of future crops and medicine. The country should develop accurate data on threats to its plant species and create well-enforced reserves in appropriate areas.
Structure helps new employees adjust, study finds
A University of Guelph study shows that new employees who undergo structured on-boarding processes are more likely to be engaged and committed to their job. The study found that personalized engagement is key to a new employee's commitment and performance.
Missouri elk are being reintroduced in the wrong part of the state, MU anthropologist says
Conservationists should consider prehistoric records to make informed decisions about animal reintroductions. R. Lee Lyman, a University of Missouri anthropologist, warns that the southeastern Ozarks may not be suitable habitat for elk due to food and terrain issues.
The Lancet series on health in Southeast Asia
The Lancet series on health in Southeast Asia examines the region's diverse health systems, shifting disease burdens, and emerging infectious diseases. The series proposes increased regional cooperation for better maternal and child health outcomes.
2011 versus 1911: Many advances made, but old demons remain
The Lancet's Editorial in 1911 highlighted issues such as tuberculosis, occupational health, and homoeopathy, which remain relevant today. The journal has made significant advances in medicine since then, including modernizing medical education.
Brain size and a trip to Disneyland
A new study suggests that human creativity may have evolved as a way for parents to bond with their children, passing on cultural knowledge and traditions. This theory challenges the idea that creativity emerged from courtship behaviors, proposing instead that it arose from parental influences.
Visitor satisfaction, experience in state parks examined
A Virginia Tech expert will assess all aspects of visitor experiences in state parks to provide actionable recommendations. The study aims to improve park operations and services through data-driven decision making.
Traveling for treatment: The case for and against
A new study led by the University of York will assess the motives behind medical tourism, including consumerism and patient decision-making. The research aims to establish the economic impact of medical tourism and its potential benefits for the NHS.
Tornado-chasing becomes vacation choice, MU researchers find
A growing number of people are traveling to Tornado Alley for an experience beyond thrills, seeking unique encounters with nature's power and beauty. Most tourists, mostly middle-aged and educated, spend $3,000-$5,000 on a one-to-two week tour with experienced storm chasers.
Research on team loyalty yields new insight into 'die-hard' fandom
Researchers found that individuals maintain attachment to their old team or city as a way of asserting their identity after relocating. Nostalgia for the old hometown also plays a role in consumption choices among fans. The study's findings have implications for sports broadcasting and fan engagement.
Study shows race, not experience, impacts hiring in sports world
A new study from North Carolina State University found that race, not experience, influences hiring decisions in the sports industry. Black applicants with identical resumes received lower ratings for overall likeability and competence compared to their white counterparts.
Attitude toward everyday activity important for healthy lifestyle
Researchers found a positive correlation between individuals with a positive attitude towards physical activity and those who performed more unintentional physical activity. Unintentional activity, such as climbing stairs or walking further to reach a parking spot, can help burn extra calories.
Thrill-seeking holiday-makers are putting dolphins at risk
A recent study found that dolphin tourism in Zanzibar is causing stress and exhaustion among bottlenose dolphins. The research highlights the need for regulation of the industry to minimize long-term negative impacts on the animals and their habitats.
Get up, get out and go: NC State research tackles childhood obesity
A study by NC State researchers found that programs promoting physical activity at national parks increase awareness and participation among youth. The program, Get Up, Get Out and Go!, showed a significant increase in awareness and intention to visit a national park after implementation.
Genealogical tourism redefining leisure travel market, professor says
A growing trend in vacation travel, genealogical tourism provides authentic experiences, allowing individuals to feel connected to their past and explore their identities. The study highlights the importance of this movement, driven by contemporary tourists' preference for meaningful experiences over relaxation.
Transplant tourism poses ethical dilemma for US doctors
A recent study examines the ethics of transplant tourism, where patients travel to countries like China and India for transplantation. US medical societies have crafted guidelines to advise clinicians on caring for transplant tourists, who may face sub-standard care and post-transplant infections.
Research examines social, cultural impacts of tourism in southeast Alaska
A recent study by Lee Cerveny investigated the social and cultural impacts of tourism in southeast Alaska, capturing the effects of increased cruise ship travel. The research revealed more than 35 types of partnerships within the Forest Service, indicating a reliance on volunteer organizations to manage natural resources.
Study examines ethical dilemmas of medical tourism
A new study published in Developing World Bioethics argues that Argentinean fertility clinics are increasingly marketing themselves to international health care consumers offering all-inclusive packages with fixed prices for fertility treatments, citing non-accredited clinics as a concern for consumer safety and effectiveness.
Combining sun, sand and science in the Bahamas
Researchers from the University of Miami collaborated with developers to establish a sustainable development project in the Bahamas. The Baker's Bay Golf and Ocean Club project employed environmental scientists to guide construction, resulting in key findings on environmental impacts and mitigation measures.
K-State geographer working to clarify what sustainability really means to rural decision-makers
A Kansas State University geographer is researching how rural communities define and implement sustainability to improve civic and business leader decisions. She found that some leaders have a clear understanding of the term, while others struggle with its meaning.
Rome was built in a day, with hundreds of thousands of digital photos
A new computer algorithm at the University of Washington reconstructs an entire city, including landmarks like the Colosseum and St. Peter's Basilica, from 150,000 tourist photos in about a day. The tool uses a faster code that works over 100 times faster than previous versions, making it possible to tackle more ambitious projects.
The tourist trap
Scientists from the University of Leeds and the Zoological Society of London have found that mosquitoes are regularly hitching a ride on tourist boats and breeding with existing populations.
New research shows a global trend in nature-based tourism
A new study found that many nations are seeing an annual increase in visitors to their conservation areas, with visitor numbers rising by as much as 7 or 8 per cent per year in some countries. The research suggests that nature-based tourism remains extremely popular and is growing quickly in most places.
Rural tourists' profile analyzed
A study on rural tourists' profile in Spanish villages with limited inhabitants highlights the importance of emotional and cognitive aspects of travel. Key factors influencing traveler behavior include historical-cultural wealth, cleanliness, and welcome from local residents.
Majority of doctors skeptical of organ transplantation practices in China
A study by the University of California San Francisco found that US and foreign transplant physicians express serious concern about organ procurement in China, citing coercion of organ donors and substandard medical practices. The majority of doctors surveyed would not provide post-transplantation care to patients who underwent liver t...
Landmark national study reveals significance of green practices in attractions industry
A national survey by PGAV Destination Consulting and Missouri Botanical Garden shows that consumers, particularly Gen X and Y, prioritize environmentally friendly practices in attractions. Over 75% of 18-34 year olds expect to pay more for green attractions, with recycling being a nearly universal expectation.
Obtaining kidney transplants abroad carries certain medical risks
A study found that US residents traveling abroad for kidney transplants experienced higher rates of acute rejection and severe infections. The study, which included 33 transplant tourists and 66 comparison patients, noted significant differences in infection types and severities.
Advice from research: Market visiting rights to Antarctica
The rapid growth of tourism in Antarctica poses significant challenges, including environmental impact and lack of funding for monitoring. Marketable visitor rights are proposed as a solution to manage demand and generate revenue for enforcement and monitoring purposes.
Declaration opposes transplant commercialism, transplant tourism and organ trafficking
The Declaration of Istanbul condemns unethical practices in organ donation and transplantation, urging governments to safeguard patient safety and prevent organ trafficking. The document promotes deceased organ donation and living donor protection.
New agreement works to balance Belize's cruise ship tourism and conservation
Key stakeholders in Belize's cruise industry have agreed to an environmental action plan to protect the country's coral reefs and natural heritage. The initiative aims to promote sustainable tourism practices and reduce the industry's footprint on the environment.
Ski tourism stressing capercaillie
Researchers found ski tourism raises stress levels among capercaillie, harming their fitness and ability to breed. The study recommends keeping forests inhabited by the birds free from tourism infrastructure.
Great apes endangered by human viruses
A new study published in Current Biology confirms the disease threat facing great apes, finding evidence of virus transmission from humans to wild apes. The study also shows that research and tourism projects have suppressed poaching of chimpanzees, outweighing mortality caused by human disease introduction.
Cuba at a crossroads: Can the US hospitality industry help shape a 'new Cuba'?
A recent analysis suggests that the US hospitality industry can play a crucial role in shaping a 'new Cuba' by investing in the country's tourism infrastructure. By doing so, US companies can help dispel distrust of America among Cubans and promote economic growth.
Lack of HIV prevention for male sex workers in the Caribbean could fuel AIDS epidemic
A new study suggests that a lack of HIV prevention dollars for male sex workers in the Caribbean is fuelling the region's AIDS epidemic. The study found that bisexual behaviour among these men can significantly contribute to the spread of HIV.
For primates, tourism can be less fun than a barrel of monkeys
A 19-year study found that primate tourism practices can lead to adult aggression, disease transmission, and increased infant mortality. The study suggests that range restriction and provisioning for tourists contribute to the problem, making them an inappropriate management strategy.
E. coli bacteria migrating between humans, chimps in Ugandan park
Scientists have discovered that people working with chimpanzees in a Ugandan park are exchanging gastrointestinal bacteria, including antibiotic-resistant E. coli strains, with the animals. This finding highlights the potential for human activities to impact wildlife health.
Photo software creates 3-D world
Researchers developed Photo Tourism software that maps multiple photos into a 3D virtual world, solving the problem of navigating large photo collections. The technology has potential for real estate, museums, hotels, archaeologists, biologists, military, and sports enthusiasts to create interactive visual representations.
Elephants, large mammals recover from poaching in Africa's oldest national park
The most recent census found that efforts to protect the park's wildlife are reversing the trend of decline, with elephant populations increasing to 340 individuals. The park's large mammal populations have also increased, including buffalo and Uganda kob.
Report finds cruise industry is protecting the precious places it visits
The report highlights successful environmental and cultural management in popular cruise destinations, including philanthropic funds for local communities and scientific laboratories on ships. It also provides recommendations for how stakeholders can work together to minimize negative impacts while promoting conservation.
Rate of paid-for sex with women has doubled in 10 years
A study of British adults found the rate of paid-for sex with women has more than doubled between 1990 and 2000. Men who paid for sex were more likely to be younger, single, and from London, and had had multiple sexual partners
Increasing reproductive tourism in Europe is a 'safety valve' that promotes peaceful coexistence
Reproductive tourism in Europe allows for diverse ethical and religious views to coexist peacefully. The existing diversity in fertility laws enables people to seek treatment abroad, promoting personal freedom and democratic decision-making.
Tourism offers lifeline to fishing communities
Research from Newcastle University finds that tourism is becoming a vital source of income for coastal fishing towns, as traditional fishing industries decline. The study highlights the importance of carefully managed development and community engagement in avoiding 'theme park'-like transformations.
Multi-university team builds a model for environmental tourism in Greece
A multi-university team is working to transform tourism on the Greek island of Santorini, focusing on economic and environmental sustainability. The team aims to reduce tourist numbers while promoting high-quality services and supporting local businesses.
New research set to reveal similarities between terrorists and tourists
A new study by Dr Bridgette Sullivan-Taylor of the University of Warwick explores the strategic management implications of global terrorism on international service organizations. The research highlights the impact of terrorism on organizational learning, planning, and decision-making for both business and leisure travelers.
A research cliffhanger awaits University of Cincinnati team heading to Crete
The University of Cincinnati team is heading to Santorini, Greece to assess the island's problems and prioritize solutions. The team will focus on rapid assessment, evaluation and data collection regarding the island's carrying capacity issues, waste management, and infrastructure costs.