scholarly journals Blockchain Technology for Smart Tourism Destinations

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (22) ◽  
pp. 9715
Author(s):  
Inessa Tyan ◽  
Mariemma I. Yagüe ◽  
Antonio Guevara-Plaza
Keyword(s):  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Local Communities ◽  
Innovative Technology ◽  
Privacy Concerns ◽  
Blockchain Technology ◽  
Tourism Experience ◽  
Conceptual Paper ◽  
Tourism Destinations ◽  
Smart Tourism

This conceptual paper discusses the potential of blockchain technology for Smart Tourism Destinations. The main focus is placed on Smart Tourism Destinations’ four major goals that can be achieved by using blockchain technology, namely: enhancing tourism experience, rewarding sustainable behaviour, ensuring benefits for local communities, and reducing privacy concerns. The paper also outlines the major challenges that need to be overcome to successfully implement this innovative technology. This paper attempts to further advance the current knowledge about the possible implications of blockchain technology within the smart tourism domain, and especially Smart Tourism Destinations.

Managing visitor experiences in nature-based tourism

2021 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Empirical Evidence ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Visitor Experiences ◽  
Tourism Experience ◽  
Tourism Destinations

Abstract This book on visitor experiences in nature-based tourism destinations demonstrates current knowledge using empirical evidence covering six continents. It provides insights into conceptual issues as well as case studies. Content is presented in three main parts: 'Nature-based Experiences in Tourism', 'Managing the Nature-based Tourism Experience' and 'Visitor Experiences and Destination Management'. The book has 16 chapters and a subject index.

scholarly journals Enhancing the Smart Tourism Experience for People with Visual Impairments by Gamified Application Approach through Needs Analysis in Hong Kong

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (15) ◽  
pp. 6213 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lusha Huang ◽  
Newman Lau
Keyword(s):  
Hong Kong ◽  
Positive Psychology ◽  
Game Design ◽  
Visual Impairments ◽  
Sustainable Tourism Development ◽  
Tourism Experience ◽  
Tourism Destinations ◽  
App Design ◽  
Shed Light ◽  
Smart Tourism

Sustainability studies in tourism are increasingly emphasizing social matters, for instance, “Accessible Tourism for All.” Research on people with visual impairments with smart tourism has so far been sparse. In order to resonate with the global call for sustainable tourism development, this paper aims to contribute to understanding the aspirations of people with visual impairments in terms of tourism and to explore how smart tourism destinations could potentially enhance the tourism experience they offer. We utilized multisensory participant observations and interviews to empathize with the target users and gain insights into their needs. The results showed that they were generally positive about travel, particularly autonomy, achievement needs, and socializing with other individuals. The findings also shed light on their desire to play games on their phones. Consequently, based on the findings and the theoretical groundings of PERMA model and MDA framework from positive psychology and game design, the study proposed a gamified approach to future tourism app design for people with visual impairments, which could enhance engagement, motivation, and enjoyment in the tourism experience.

scholarly journals Destinasi Wisata Pintar untuk Meningkatkan Pengalaman Wisata Melalui Personalisasi Layanan (Studi Kasus Pada Perusahaan Pariwisata di Jawa Tengah)

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 177
Author(s):  
Bambang Guritno ◽  
Haniek Listyorini ◽  
Renny Aprilliani ◽  
Y Sutomo
Keyword(s):  
Big Data ◽  
Information Exchange ◽  
Huge Data ◽  
Technology Platforms ◽  
Tourism Sector ◽  
Tourism Experience ◽  
Descriptive Approach ◽  
Tourism Destinations ◽  
The Right ◽  
Smart Tourism

Smart concepts into tourism destinations are dynamically embraced to connect stakeholders through technology platforms where information related to tourism activities can be exchanged directly. Instant information exchange has also created a huge data collection known as Big Data which may be computationally analyzed to reveal patterns and trends. Smart Tourism Destinations must make optimum use of Big Data by offering services that are suitable for the preferences of the user at the right time. In this connection, this paper aims to understand the contribution of how smart Tourism Destinations can potentially enhance the tourism experience through offering more personalized products or services to meet each visitor's unique needs and preferences. By using the skinative method and descriptive approach and the sample was taken through purposive sampling, the companies engaged in the tourism sector obtained the following research results: Understanding the needs, desires and desires of travelers became increasingly important for the competitiveness of tourism destinations. Therefore, the findings in this study are expected to be very beneficial for the number of tourism destinations.

scholarly journals Toward Blockchain Technology in the Energy Environment

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (16) ◽  
pp. 9008
Author(s):  
Yahia Baashar ◽  
Gamal Alkawsi ◽  
Ammar Ahmed Alkahtani ◽  
Wahidah Hashim ◽  
Rina Azlin Razali ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Developmental Stages ◽  
Energy Sector ◽  
The Body ◽  
Electricity Sector ◽  
Security And Privacy ◽  
Innovative Technology ◽  
Research Gaps ◽  
Customer Data ◽  
Privacy Concerns ◽  
Blockchain Technology

Energy management and exchange have increasingly shifted from concentrated to hierarchical modes. Numerous issues have arisen in the decentralized energy sector, including the storage of customer data and the need to ensure data integrity, fairness, and accountability in the transaction phase. The problem is that in the field of the innovative technology of blockchain and its applications, with the energy sector still in the developmental stages, there is still a need for more research to understand the full capacity of the technology in the field. The main aim of this work was to investigate the state of the current research of blockchain technologies as well as their application within the field of energy. This work also set out to identify certain research gaps and provide a set of recommendations for future directions. Among these research gaps is the application of blockchain in decentralized storage, the integration of blockchain with artificial intelligence, and security and privacy concerns, which have not received much attention despite their importance. An analysis of fifty-seven carefully reviewed studies revealed that the emerging blockchain which provides privacy-protection technologies in cryptography and other areas that can be integrated to address users’ privacy concerns is another aspect that needs further investigation. Grid operations, economies, and customers will all learn from blockchain technology as it provides disintermediation, confidentiality, and tamper-proof transfers. Moreover, it provides innovative ways for customers and small solar generators to participate more actively in the electricity sector and to benefit from their properties. Blockchains are a rapidly evolving field of research and growth. A study of this emerging technology is necessary to increase comprehension, to educate the body of expertise on blockchains, and to realize its potential. This study recommends that future work investigates the potential application of blockchain in the energy sector as well as the challenges that face its implementation from the perspective of policy makers. This future approach will enable researchers to direct their focus to the case studies approach, which will facilitate and ease the application of blockchain technology.

scholarly journals Smart tourism destination triggers consumer experience: the case of Porto

2018 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
pp. 6-25 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pedro Liberato ◽  
Elisa Alen ◽  
Dalia Liberato
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Devices ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Consumer Experience ◽  
Data Set ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Tourism Experience ◽  
Tourism Destinations ◽  
The City ◽  
Smart Tourism

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to emphasize the increasing importance of information and communication technologies (ICTs) in smart tourism destinations, in their integration in the activity of the tourism companies, and in their interaction with visitors/tourists. In summary, it is intended to evaluate in the city of Porto how the use of technology before, during and after the visit influences the tourist experience. Design/methodology/approach The authors empirically investigate the importance of using ICTs during tourism experience, assess the access/availability of ICT at the destination and its importance in tourist’s decisions. It is analyzed if the applications and/or information available on the internet are important and positively influence the tourism experience in Porto, that is, the degree of tourist satisfaction. The empirical evidence is based on a quantitative analysis, using a data set involving 423 tourists in the city of Porto. Findings The importance of the internet access at the destination, especially in places like airports and hotels, since most tourists are primarily using their mobile devices and computers during the trip, and the existing information technologies available in the destination (internet, smartphones or other mobile devices and applications) are considered very important in explaining tourists’ experience. Originality/value This study identifies the strengths and weaknesses of the technological strategies, providing useful information for destination management, discussing innovation in tourism, and proposing a framework that empirically evaluates how technological components used in smart tourism destinations can improve tourists’ experiences.

scholarly journals Digital Contact Tracing Applications during COVID-19: A Scoping Review about Public Acceptance

Informatics ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 48
Author(s):  
My Villius Zetterholm ◽  
Yanqing Lin ◽  
Päivi Jokela
Keyword(s):  
Scoping Review ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Technical Skills ◽  
Contact Tracing ◽  
Public Acceptance ◽  
National Cultures ◽  
Privacy Concerns ◽  
Ethical Justification ◽  
Performance Expectancy ◽  
Socially Disadvantaged

Digital contact tracing applications (CTAs) have been one of the most widely discussed technical methods of controlling the COVID-19 outbreak. The effectiveness of this technology and its ethical justification depend highly on public acceptance and adoption. This study aims to describe the current knowledge about public acceptance of CTAs and identify individual perspectives, which are essential to consider concerning CTA acceptance and adoption. In this scoping review, 25 studies from four continents across the globe are compiled, and critical topics are identified and discussed. The results show that public acceptance varies across national cultures and sociodemographic strata. Lower acceptance among people who are mistrusting, socially disadvantaged, or those with low technical skills suggest a risk that CTAs may amplify existing inequities. Regarding determinants of acceptance, eight themes emerged, covering both attitudes and behavioral perspectives that can influence acceptance, including trust, privacy concerns, social responsibility, perceived health threat, experience of and access to technologies, performance expectancy and perceived benefits, and understanding. Furthermore, widespread misconceptions about the CTA function are a topic in need of immediate attention to ensure the safe use of CTAs. The intention-action gap is another topic in need of more research.

Enhancing the smart tourism experience through geotag

2016 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 731-742 ◽  
Author(s):  
Namho Chung ◽  
Inessa Tyan ◽  
Heejeong Han
Keyword(s):  
Tourism Experience ◽  
Smart Tourism

Smart tourism destinations: a systematic review

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sanaz Shafiee ◽  
Ali Rajabzadeh Ghatari ◽  
Alireza Hasanzadeh ◽  
Saeed Jahanyan
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Synthesis Method ◽  
Research Field ◽  
Tourism Industry ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Online Databases ◽  
Review Protocol ◽  
Tourism Destinations ◽  
Qualitative Methodologies ◽  
Smart Tourism

Purpose This study aims to present a systematic review of smart tourism articles using a meta-synthesis method. Effective systematic reviews are essential for assisting stakeholders in implementing smart destinations. A systematic comprehension of studies on smart tourism is needed regarding the various components of smart tourism destinations, the metrics to map these components and their expected results. This study creates a framework for understanding how smart tourism destinations are theorized and developed. Design/methodology/approach Based on the meta-synthesis approach, this study collects, analyzes and synthesizes relevant research in smart tourism published in online databases by following a predetermined review protocol. Findings This study contributes to the discourse on smart tourism destinations by increasing the knowledge on the subject of smart destinations in regard to different categories. The selected articles were analyzed according to the proposed research questions and classified into three main categories: components, measurement and outputs. This study presents a new archetype for developing smart destinations and addresses efforts to bridge the gap in this research field. Practical implications This paper is noteworthy for stakeholders because it provides a comprehensive vision into the components that influence the growth of smart destinations. The advantage of the proposed methodology is that it creates a framework for understanding how smart destinations are theorized. Furthermore, it is helpful to use qualitative methodologies that efficiently allow the analysis of related literature and that also offer conceptual insights. Originality/value The findings provide information that can be used to help shape a fully conceptualized understanding of the smart destinations concept and can also prove important in providing a guide for policymakers and stakeholders in the tourism industry who seek to intelligently develop tourism destinations.

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