scholarly journals CYCLE TOURISM IN RURAL AREAS: PROMOTING A RAIL TRAIL NETWORK IN ANDALUSIA, SPAIN

2021 ◽  
pp. 209-241
Author(s):  
Reyes González Relaño ◽  
Jesús Ventura Fernández ◽  
Gustavo Contreras Cabrera
Keyword(s):  
Rural Areas ◽  
Leisure Activities ◽  
Swot Matrix

Las vías verdes son itinerarios no motorizados resultado de adaptar líneas ferroviarias en desuso al cicloturismo y otras actividades de ocio. El artículo resalta las potencialidades y deficiencias de estas rutas en Andalucía. Con información procedente de sus órganos de gestión, se realiza el diagnóstico con una matriz DAFO como base para abordar la planificación mediante objetivos. Se proponen acciones para resolver los problemas detectados y crear una red de vías verdes eficiente para Andalucía, gestionada de manera coordinada y comparable internacionalmente con respecto a su uso público. Rail trails are non-motorised routes resulting from the conversion of disused railway lines, geared towards cycle tourism and other leisure activities. This paper seeks to highlight the potentialities and shortcomings of rail trails in Andalusia. A diagnosis is made through a SWOT matrix, with information from the management bodies and a coherent planning is applied. The results enable proposals intended to remedy the shortcomings detected and create an effective rail trail network in Andalusia, managed in a coordinated fashion and internationally comparable with regard to public usage.

scholarly journals Rural development limitations at the transitional terms

2003 ◽  
Vol 44 (159) ◽  
pp. 159-171 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marija Nikolic ◽  
Marija Maksin-Micic
Keyword(s):  
Rural Development ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Leisure Activities ◽  
National Level ◽  
Social Changes ◽  
Rural Settlements ◽  
Mountain Areas ◽  
Integrated Rural Development ◽  
European Experience ◽  
Green Tourism

European countries have been reaffirtmating the role and the significance of agricultural multifunctionality for rural areas development. The transition countries have to make the assessment of their weaknesses and opportunities before facing the necessary significant investments in agriculture, rural settlements and deprived rural areas. Overall economic development should provide for further agriculture employment reduction, along with taking measures for the agriculture farms modernization and changes in the structure of agriculture production, within the process of integrated rural development. Declining population at mountain areas might be a prerequisite for intensified farm restructuring, namely through development reorientation, achieving more balanced agriculture economy, along with rediscovering comparative advantages in the development of new activities linked to social changes and changes in lifestyle - green tourism, leisure activities, health care, as well as to forestry, traditional crafts etc. Subsequent to European experience in maintenance of the necessary level of spatial development in sparsely populated and neglected rural areas, the development of priority mountain areas in Serbia should be defined at national level, and the new system of support should facilitate the preparation and the implementation of different projects for integrated rural development of this priority areas.

Rural Tourism Fostering Welfare Through Sustainable Development

2021 ◽  
pp. 38-57
Author(s):  
Valério Rodrigues de Souza Neto ◽  
Osiris Marques
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Graphical Model ◽  
Leisure Activities ◽  
Tourism Development ◽  
Essential Elements ◽  
Rural Tourism ◽  
Critical Elements ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
The Relationship

In the past decade, we could see a myriad of efforts in fostering rural development. Two critical elements in travel, tourism, and leisure activities are the traveler's wellbeing and resident's welfare, which are inherent factors of rural tourism. Despite the importance of rural areas to tourism development, the focus of the studies on wellbeing usually is resident or employee oriented. There is a lack of inquiries trying to understand the relationship between rural tourism and welfare on tourism. In this sense, this study aims to connect the topics on welfare and tourism in rural areas to provide a theoretical starting point for future studies. The authors unravel essential elements in the pursuit of enhancing tourist's welfare on rural tourism by providing a visual conceptual model that provides guidelines for tourism stakeholders to enhance tourists' welfare while mitigating negative crisis impacts. They expose the central elements of the graphical model and the actions required to enhance welfare on rural tourism as well as their interrelationships.

scholarly journals COMPARISON BETWEEN SPATIAL DISTRIBUTION OF SECOND HOME PHENOMENON AND OTHER LEISURE MOBILITY FORMS IN KOPRIVNICA-KRIŽEVCI COUNTY

2017 ◽  
pp. 166-180
Keyword(s):  
Rural Areas ◽  
Outdoor Recreation ◽  
Leisure Activities ◽  
National Level ◽  
Spatial Mobility ◽  
Tourist Attractions ◽  
Second Homes ◽  
Second Home ◽  
Recreation Areas ◽  
Near Future

Unlike other forms of leisure spatial mobility (tourism, excursions, outdoor recreation), the second home phenomenon includes elements of habitation or place attachment to the receiving area. Although all leisure activities are generated by the desire for temporarily change of the dwelling place and escape to recreational amenity rich areas, the leading second home and tourism-excursion-outdoor recreation areas do not fully coincide. The goal of the paper is to examine the spatial overlapping of the second home phenomenon and other leisure mobility forms in Koprivnica-Križevci County to provide scientific contribution to the research of spatial (non)matching of the mentioned phenomena in rural areas of Croatia. Koprivnica-Križevci County was therefore chosen because it is a typical rural area in the Peripannonian region of Croatia, which does not stand out on a national level either according to a large number of second homes, or according to more prominent tourism flow, but in the near future a stronger development of leisure spatial mobilities can be expected. The spatial overlapping of the second home phenomenon and other leisure mobility forms in Koprivnica-Križevci County was examined through the following steps: a) identification of the leading second home areas in the County according to the number of second homes at the level of the settlement in 2011; b) identification of leading tourism-excursion-outdoor recreation areas in the County at the level of the settlement according to four indicators: number of overnights in 2016, number of tourist beds in 2016, number of catering facilities linked with tourism- excursions outdoor recreation in 2017, number of tourist attractions in 2017; and c) analysis of spatial overlapping of second home phenomenon and other leisure mobility forms.

scholarly journals Slobodno vrijeme kao dimenzija kvalitete života stanovništva Općine Gornje Rijeke

Geoadria ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 22 (2) ◽  
pp. 193
Author(s):  
Sonja Podgorelec ◽  
Sanja Klempić Bogadi ◽  
Monika Šabijan
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Leisure Time ◽  
Leisure Activities ◽  
Rural And Urban ◽  
Five Factors ◽  
Closed Type ◽  
The Way

The way an individual spends leisure time in his/her environment is one of the factors that influence his/her quality of life Due to the features of space (natural and anthropogenic environment), size and structure of settlement, population, the prevailing economic branch and other attributes – the Municipality of Gornja Rijeka was selected for a case study in researching population’s quality of life in rural areas. The research was conducted by using the method of surveying during November and December of 2012 on a non-proportional judgment sample of170 examinees aged 18-60. The aim of the paper is to analyze part of results of the research through which the ways of spending leisure time were studied. In estimating the overall quality of life of the population in the selected area the focus was on the possibilities to engage in leisure activities in the settlements where they reside. The ways and the quality of spending leisure time were measured by closed type questions referring to ways and frequency of doing certain activities, and were later analyzed in relation to the selected sociodemographic variables (the examinee’s age, sex, marital status, household size), the health status and the personal income of an individual, whether they live from agriculture, patterns of support and sociability, perception of personal quality of life and the quality of life in the settlements where the examinees live. The results of factor analysis applied to 14 variables (leisure time activities) confirmed five factors by which it is possible to describe the way of spending leisure time for an inhabitant of a selected rural area – urban dimension, traditional dimension, sociability, hobbies and media. One of the conclusions of the research was that, in parallel to the decrease of differences in the rural and urban populations’ ways of life (especially when it comes to population aged 18-60), the differences in spending leisure time also decrease. It is primarily explained by an increasing employment of the rural population in non-agricultural activities, better transport connections between villages and cities and modern communication possibilities of rural households (internet). Also, the research has confirmed that the possibilities (infrastructure and organization) of leisure activities in the settlement where an individual lives significantly influence the overall quality of life estimate.

scholarly journals The Influence of Socio-Demographic Factors on the Forms of Leisure for the Students at the Faculty of Physical Education and Sports

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (23) ◽  
pp. 12577
Author(s):  
George Danut Mocanu ◽  
Gabriel Murariu ◽  
Dan Munteanu
Keyword(s):  
Physical Education ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Leisure Activities ◽  
Free Time ◽  
Limiting Factors ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Time Behavior ◽  
Sports Activity ◽  
Socio Demographic Factors

The study investigates the influences of gender, area of origin and age stage variables and also of the interaction between them, on the free time behavior of the students at the Faculty of Physical Education and Sports from Galati. The questionnaire applied in the academic year 2019–2020 had 85 items and was structured on 4 factors: leisure budget, leisure limiting factors, preferred leisure activities, and leisure sports activities. The multivariate/MANOVA analysis showed statistically significant data for some of the analyzed items, with values of F associated with thresholds p < 0.05. The results support longer screen time for urban areas and for those <25 years and time limitation for the favorite activities of students >25 years, while reading had higher stress scores for men and students <25 years. Men tended to limit their free time working overtime and women limited their free time due to housework. Students from rural areas and men >25 years were more stressed by socializing on the internet and shopping. Financial limitations for preferred activities were higher for women and students <25 years—women read more and visited their friends more often while men had higher scores in relation to involvement in physical activities throughout the week, an aspect also reported for those <25 years. Students >25 years spent more time with their family, while those <25 years socialized more on the internet and had better scores when going out with friends. Those in urban areas did more jogging, men had better scores in relation to playing sports games, higher indicators for the satisfaction generated by sports activity, and women preferred jogging and cycling/rollerblading. Sports games and different types of fitness were the most common variants practiced at the level of the studied group. Conclusion: There was no dominant orientation of the investigated group towards forms of passive leisure and there were no cases of sedentariness, even if the use of technologies (video games, socializing on the Internet and TV) were forms of leisure often used by students.

scholarly journals Radically Ordinary Lives: Young Rural Stayers and the Ingredients of the Good Life in Finnish Lapland

Young ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 110330882110646
Author(s):  
Ria-Maria Adams ◽  
Teresa Komu
Keyword(s):  
Young People ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Good Life ◽  
Leisure Activities ◽  
Building Blocks ◽  
General Tendency ◽  
The Good Life ◽  
Career Plans ◽  
Home Town ◽  
Finnish Lapland

This article focuses on young people who, despite the general tendency towards youth outmigration in rural areas, have decided to stay in their home town. We explore the agency of young, conscious stayers, as well as the process of staying in the northern Finnish town of Kemijärvi. The stayers’ values and perceptions of the constituents of a good life could be taken as an alternative to the prevailing Western ideal that emphasizes mobility and ambitious educational and career plans, and is, in part, driving young people to leave their rural hometowns. The stayers in this study are active participants in their own fate and are content with their choice of staying. Applying ethnographic methods, we undertake to learn what rural stayers consider the building blocks of a good life in a small-town setting, one offering comparatively limited options in terms of jobs, education and leisure activities.

scholarly journals Factors of development of children's sports schools in rural areas

2022 ◽  
Vol 42 ◽  
pp. 04015
Author(s):  
Maksim Kocheryan ◽  
Irina Vashlyaeva ◽  
Tatiana Volovik
Keyword(s):  
Rural Areas ◽  
Internal Environment ◽  
Pricing Policy ◽  
Promotion Program ◽  
Swot Matrix

The article presents an analysis of the external and internal environment of children's sports schools in rural areas in the form of a SWOT matrix. Children's sports schools in rural areas are distinguished by a huge set of sports disciplines, many their own facilities and a low pricing policy. Among the most significant disadvantages are the lack of active promotion of schools and a small percentage of paid services compared to budget ones. To improve the situation of children's sports schools in rural areas, it is proposed to create a promotion program that will help increase the number of students and affect the growth of the organization's income.

L'influence du contexte sociolinguistique minoritaire sur le maintien à domicile des aînés en milieu rural dévitalisé: le cas d’Acadieville au Nouveau-Brunswick

2015 ◽  
Vol 34 (2) ◽  
pp. 194-206 ◽  
Author(s):  
Majella Simard ◽  
Suzanne Dupuis-Blanchard ◽  
Lita Villalon ◽  
Odette Gould ◽  
Sophie Éthier ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Rural Areas ◽  
Leisure Activities ◽  
Community Support ◽  
Living Environment ◽  
Organizational Strategies ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
Francophone Minority ◽  
Aging At Home ◽  
At Home

ABSTRACTNew Brunswick is one of the provinces most affected by the aging of the population. Moreover, aging at home in Francophone minority communities is a major challenge in rural areas. The goal of this paper is to identify the main advantages and disadvantages of aging at home and to expose organizational strategies deployed by seniors and their families in order to promote aging in place. The case study is the method of analysis that we have recommended. Our methodology is based on content analysis of 13 semi-structured interviews with seniors and their children. The results show that family and community support, resourcefulness and resiliency, the practice of leisure activities as well as the living environment are among the principal means used by older adults to promote aging at home.

scholarly journals Water Resources and Tourism Development in Estrela Geopark Territory: Meaning and Contributions of Fluvial Beaches to Valorise the Destination

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (4) ◽  
pp. 551-567
Author(s):  
Gonçalo Fernandes ◽  
Emanuel de Castro ◽  
Hugo Gomes
Keyword(s):  
Rural Communities ◽  
Water Resources ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Social Impact ◽  
Public Investment ◽  
Leisure Activities ◽  
Local Population ◽  
Tourism Development ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Surface Water Resources

AbstractRural areas and in particular mountain territories have been experiencing an increasing appreciation of natural and heritage resources and their use for recreational and leisure activities, boosting tourism development and generating renewed functions with economic and social impact. Inland waters are becoming increasingly important for leisure and tourism, with many activities associated and many users seeking for them. Fluvial beaches represent leisure facilities for rural communities, allowing people and visitors access to aquatic spaces for leisure, sport and entertainment, creating conditions for enjoying nature and water resources, particularly during the summer period. The supply of surface water resources – rivers, lakes and canals – in the territory of the Estrela Geopark in Portugal, represent a tourist potential for this mountain region. They qualify the offer and constitute recreational attractions appreciated by the community and tourists, generating social well-being and fostering new services. There is a growing demand for these spaces, allowing the upgrading of fluvial areas, generating new features and enhancing the image of the destination Serra da estrela. The greater part of this equipment is operated by public entities linked to local administration, thus benefiting from public investment and support. There is a strong perception of its importance in attracting tourists, in improving the quality of life of the local population and in the opportunity to expand trade and service activities. Also in the image of the community, and their self-esteem is perceived, the importance of river beaches and consequently the disclosure that they associate, in terms of environmental quality, heritage value, and space of tranquillity.

scholarly journals Factors associated with leisure activities of elderly residents in rural areas

2020 ◽  
Vol 73 (suppl 3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Erica de Brito Pitilin ◽  
Aline Massaroli ◽  
Adriana Remião Luzardo ◽  
Maicon Henrique Lentsck ◽  
Tatiane Baratieri ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Rural Areas ◽  
Leisure Activities ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Health Conditions ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Gender And Education ◽  
Elderly Living

ABSTRACT Objective: To identify factors associated with leisure activities of elderly residents in rural areas. Method: Quantitative cross-sectional study carried out with 258 elderly living in the rural area of Paraná. The collection instrument addressed sociodemographic, economic, and self-reported leisure activities. The association between variables and leisure activities was verified by means of bivariate and multivariate analysis. Results: Among the elderly interviewed, 63.9% were female, and 36.1% were male, with an average of 68.3 years old (± 5.8 years). Participation in leisure activities was high (79.8%), and the factors associated with their practice were: marital status, gender, and education. Conclusion: Considering that the practice of leisure activities promotes better living and health conditions, we reinforce the need to implement actions and instruments that provide individual and collective leisure in rural areas.

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