Push–pull analysis: the mediating role of promotion types relative to visit intention to a sports museum

PurposeAlthough sport museums are considered an important sector in nostalgia sport tourism, annual visitations of the major sport Hall of Fames (HoF) have been decreasing, often resulting in operational and financial difficulties for the HoF. The current study examined the relationship between sport museum image, motivation, constraints, monetary and non-monetary promotions (as a mediator), and visit intention among those who have attended or never attended.Design/methodology/approachData was collected from the residents in the Northeast Ohio area via an online survey questionnaire using Qualtrics (N = 1,607). Two sets of data parameters were generated based on consumers previous visitation to Pro Football HoF (visited group n = 754; never-visited group n = 853) and each group's monetary and non-monetary promotion models (total of four models) were analyzed. Descriptive statistics and reliability tests were processed via IBM SPSS Statistics 26 and the structural relationships among the constructs were examined using SmartPLS 3.FindingsAmong all the antecedents, positive perceived image of HoF has been identified as the most significant predictor for both promotions and visit (revisit) intention. Social motivation was found to be a strong driver for visiting a sports museum regardless of the types of promotions. Promotions' mediation effects were found. The monetary promotion between cost constraints and visit intention implied, cost constraints can be mitigated through monetary promotion.Originality/valueThis is the first study examining the role of relationship between image, motivation, constraints and visit intention relative to sport museums. Results provide practical insights for the sport museum marketers and researchers relative to visit intension.

The Development of Urban to Support Sport Tourism in Qatar, A Case Study: West Bay North Beach

Sports the travel industry is recognized as movement that includes either watching or taking part in a game while staying outside of the sightseers' typical environmental factors. Major games, like the football, Olympic Games and rugby competitions, have developed into solid the travel industry attracts and of themselves, contributing altogether to the host objective's travel industry profile. Major Sports event and tourism are intertwined and mutually beneficial. Qatar has host many of mega sport event and next year will host FIFA World Cup 2022. Urban regeneration is one of the benefits of mega event in Qatar. The purpose of this study is to analyze West Bay North Beach Project development that has been launched in April 2021. A total of 15 Arabic and English press content were collected from different websites. • 12 beaches operate by hotels in one area. • Project contains three phases: First phase includes open beach number 7 to beach number 12, which are now open. • Second phase contains beaches number 1 to 3 and beach number 6 and will be open in second quartiles of 2021. Third phase includes beaches number 4 and 5, and it will be available in 2023. • Length of two-kilometer cycle path. • Walkway of 1.5 km length and 8 meters width. • Access public transit across 36 stations, with buses running every 12 minutes from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. The North Beach Project in West Bay is planned to become a major new sport tourist attraction. An exceptional tourist attraction in Doha Downtown by building up a interconnected organization of the general population and business exercises, associating it to the encompassing regions through open transportation, person on foot ways, and cycling paths from the Corniche to Lusail. The limitation of the study is a few information has been published about the project.

Menggali Potensi Wisata Alam Untuk Kegiatan Sport Tourism Di Kabupaten Sleman Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta

Abstrak - Dalam dunia pariwisata banyak sekali jenis-jenis wisata salah satunya Sport Tourism atau wisata olah raga. Kabupaten Sleman salah satu contoh mempunyai potensi wisata alam yang dapat dipetakan untuk wisata olah raga atau sport tourism. Pada masa pandemi covid-19 dan pembatasan sosial terdapat kecenderungan masyarakat memanfaatkan waktu untuk berolahraga dengan tujuan meningkatkan imun, seperti jalan sehat, lari ataupun bersepeda ke spot-spot wisata yang tersebar diwilayah Yogyakarta. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menggali potensi wisata di Kabupaten Sleman sudah menyediakan fasilitas Sport Tourism. Dalam penelitian yang bersifat deskriptif kualitatif ini, peneliti mengangkat potensi wisata alam di Kabupaten Sleman yang memiliki wahana sport tourism. Hasilnya didapatkan data bahwa disisi utara terdapat lereng gunung Merapi tepatnya di bukit Klangon yang telah dikembangkan wisata olahraga berupa Mountain Bike untuk ajang kejuaraan lokal maupun tingkat nasional. Destinasi dikawasan wisata candi prambanan juga banyak digunakan untuk event nasional dan internasioanal sebagai wisata olah raga seperti marathon, road bike, jalan sehat, sepeda santai dan yoga. Disisi barat pada aliran sungai Progo yang mengalir di wilayah Kabupaten Sleman sudah dimanfaatkan juga untuk sport tourism olah raga arung jeram dan pada aliran sungai Opak di obyek wisata Lava Bantal Berbah Sleman juga digunakan untuk wisata river tubing dan sepeda santai. Kawasan lain yang tidak kalah menarik dalam mengembangkan sport tourism adalah perbukitan yang ada kecamatan Prambanan Sleman. Kawasan ini berada disisi timur Yogyakarta yang memiliki banyak destinasi wisata baik alam maupun sejarah seperti Candi Boko, Tebing Breksi dan Spot Riyadi. Kawasan wisata ini masih dapat dikembangkan lagi untuk kegiatan wisata olahraga yang menarik wisatawan baik nasional maupun internsional, seperti sport lari lintas alam, marathon, mountain bike, sepeda santai dan jalan santai dengan menjelajahi rute perbukitan yang melewati obyek wisata tersebut. Kata Kunci : Potensi, Wisata Alam, Sport Tourism Abstract – In the world of tourism, there are many types of tourism, one of which is sport tourism. One example of Sleman Regency has the potential for natural tourism that can be mapped for sports tourism or sport tourism. During the COVID-19 pandemic and social restrictions, there is a tendency for people to use their time to exercise with the aim of increasing their immunity, such as healthy walks, running or cycling to tourist spots spread across the Yogyakarta area. The purpose of this research is to explore the tourism potential in Sleman Regency which has provided Sport Tourism facilities. In this qualitative descriptive study, the researcher raised the potential of natural tourism in Sleman Regency which has a sport tourism vehicle. The results obtained data that on the north side there is a slope of Mount Merapi, precisely on the Klangon hill, which has developed sports tourism in the form of Mountain Bikes for local and national championship events. Destinations in the Prambanan temple area are also widely used for national and international events as sports tourism such as marathons, road bikes, healthy walks, relaxing bicycles and yoga. On the west side, the Progo river that flows in the Sleman Regency area has also been used for sport tourism, white water rafting and the Opak river at the Lava Pillow Berbah tourism object, Sleman is also used for river tubing and relaxing bicycles. Another area that is no less interesting in developing sport tourism is the hills in the Prambanan sub-district of Sleman. This area is located on the east side of Yogyakarta which has many natural and historical tourist destinations such as Boko Temple, Breksi Cliff and Riyadi Spot. This tourist area can still be developed again for sports tourism activities that attract both national and international tourists, such as cross-country running sports, marathons, mountain bikes, leisurely bicycles and leisurely walks by exploring hilly routes that pass through these attractions.Keyword : Potential, Nature Tourism, Sport Tourism

Exploring the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on sport tourism

PurposeThe coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and consequent economic shutdown have had severe impacts on the tourism industry. Acquiring an understanding of the impacts and ongoing response procedures is crucial to recovery planning. The purpose of this study is to explore the management procedures undertaken by sport tourism stakeholders during the COVID-19 pandemic in Indiana, USA, a state that relies heavily on sport tourism for its economic vibrancy.Design/methodology/approachA constructivist grounded theory approach was adopted. In-depth semi-structured interviews were conducted with 14 high-rank managers in sport tourism organizations.FindingsContinued uncertainty, psychological and financial distress were found to be the main challenges. Contingency planning, adaptability and focus on doable tasks were the core elements of the strategic response plan. Resilience management, particularly social and financial, appeared to be key in the recovery process. A stronger return was predicted with technological advancements and new collaborations. Intra-destination collaboration and creative programs were found to be key in the long-term resilience of the destination.Originality/valueFindings shed light on the challenges faced, response actions undertaken, and the projected future which helps to understand the stories behind decisions and proposals, identify the gaps, and plan the best possible practices. Recommendations for leveraging sports to revitalize the destinations and help businesses survive the crisis are provided that can guide sport tourism communities on their path to recovery from COVID-19.

Participation in Active Sport Tourism and Life Satisfaction: Comparing Golf, Snowboarding, and Long-Distance Running

Research has shown that participation in sport tourism can enhance wellbeing. The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between wellbeing generated through participation in active sport tourism and overall life satisfaction. Three different types of active sport tourism (i.e., golf, snowboarding, and long-distance running) were compared to explore whether the type of experience impacts the relationship between active sport tourism wellbeing and life satisfaction. Broaden-and-build theory was used as a theoretical foundation. Data were collected via an online self-administered questionnaire. Respondents were recruited via a Qualtrics panel (N = 418). Analysis of variance indicated that snowboarders rated the positive emotions acquired from active sport tourism significantly lower than golfers and runners. Furthermore, hierarchical multiple regression showed a significantly stronger relationship between positive emotions and life satisfaction for golfers and runners compared to snowboarders. Theoretical contributions and practical implications are discussed.

Expectativas laborales de los estudiantes de licenciatura en Educación Física en México (Work expectations of physical education teacher education candidates in Mexico)

El objetivo del presente estudio fue identificar las expectativas laborales de los estudiantes de la licenciatura en Educación Física de último año de formación en la Facultad de Ciencias de la Cultura Física de la Universidad Autónoma de Chihuahua, México. En una investigación descriptiva con enfoque cualitativo se estudió la opción curricular de recreación. Con la participación de 14 estudiantes (ocho mujeres y seis hombres) con edades promedio entre 21 y 22 años, a quienes se les aplicó una entrevista semiestructurada, para el análisis de datos se realizó un procedimiento deductivo. Los resultados fueron que la mayoría de los estudiantes contemplan ser empleados, sin embargo, hubo estudiantes que refirieron el autoempleo y el emprendimiento. Se identificó perspectivas laborales emergentes en el contexto local que pertenecen al perfil profesional de recreación. Se concluyó que la danza recreativa, el turismo activo y promotor recreativo en industrias son perspectivas laborales de interés de los estudiantes. Por último, las universidades formadoras de educadores físicos deben contemplar la modificación de sus planes de estudio, favoreciendo experiencias y el desarrollo de competencias que permitan la inserción laboral de los estudiantes. Abstract. The purpose of this study was to identify the work expectations of physical education teacher education candidates in their senior year of training at the Faculty of Physical Culture Sciences of the Autonomous University of Chihuahua, Mexico. In a descriptive research with a qualitative approach, the recreational curricular option was studied. With the participation of 14 students (eight women and six men) with average ages between 21 and 22 years, to whom it was conducted a semi-structured interview, a deductive procedure was carried out for data analysis. The results showed that most of the students contemplate being employed, however, there were students who reported self-employment and entrepreneurship as an option. Emerging job prospects were identified in the context that belong to the professional recreation profile. It was concluded that recreational dance, active sport tourism and recreational promoter in industries are job prospects of interest to students. Finally, the universities that train physical educators should consider modifying their study plans, favoring experiencies and skill development that allow students to enter the job market.