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Sustainable Tourism Development and Economic Impacts: Insights into Tourist Behavior, Resident Engagement, Cultural Experiences, and Meeting, Incentive, Conference, and Exhibition Tourism

A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Tourism, Culture, and Heritage".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 3284

Special Issue Editors

Prof. Dr. Keun-Soo Park

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Department of Hotel & Aviation Management, Pai Chai University, Daejeon, Republic of Korea
Interests: tourism behavior; fair tourism; gerontology
Prof. Dr. Nan Chen

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Department of Creativity and Planning, Henan University, Kaifeng City, China
Interests: cultural tourism; event tourism
Prof. Dr. Kyoung-Bae Kim

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Department of Tourism, Sungkyul University, 53, Seonggyeoldaehak-ro, Manan-gu, Anyang-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
Interests: tourism development; tourism policy; tourism marketing
Dr. Sung-Bum Kim

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Department of Business Administration, Inha University, Incheon, Republic of Korea
Interests: tourism development; cultural impact

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Sustainable tourism development has emerged as a crucial factor in fostering long-term economic growth, but its multifaceted impact—spanning tourist behavior, resident engagement, cultural experiences, and MICE tourism—requires further investigation. This Special Issue aims to explore these dimensions and their economic implications in a holistic manner. It will delve into how tourist satisfaction, behavioral intentions, and emotional connections to destinations can influence both short-term and long-term economic outcomes. Additionally, the role of residents in tourism development, their engagement with sustainable practices, and the contributions of cultural and heritage experiences will be examined in relation to community well-being and economic resilience. Special attention will be given to the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) sector, which plays a growing role in sustainable tourism. By addressing the balance between economic benefits and the preservation of cultural, environmental, and social values, this Special Issue aims to provide actionable insights for policymakers, academics, and industry leaders alike. Contributions will be welcomed that explore the complexities of sustainable tourism and its potential to drive inclusive economic development.

Prof. Dr. Keun-Soo Park
Prof. Dr. Nan Chen
Prof. Dr. Kyoung-Bae Kim
Dr. Sung-Bum Kim
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • sustainable tourism
  • economic impacts
  • tourist behavior
  • resident engagement
  • cultural experiences
  • MICE ice tourism
  • tourism policy
  • community well-being
  • environmental sustainability
  • social equity
  • tourism development strategies

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The Influence of Social Media Attributes on Impulsive Travel Intentions: Integrating the Stimulus–Organism–Response Theory and Information Adoption Model
by Yuqian Wei, Hengyu Liu, Wenhui Zhuo and Keun-Soo Park
Sustainability 2025, 17(10), 4404; https://doi.org/10.3390/su17104404 - 13 May 2025
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As social media platforms become integral to information dissemination, they play a crucial role in shaping tourist decision-making and travel behavior. However, while previous studies have examined the general influence of social media on tourism, limited research has explored the interplay between source [...] Read more.
As social media platforms become integral to information dissemination, they play a crucial role in shaping tourist decision-making and travel behavior. However, while previous studies have examined the general influence of social media on tourism, limited research has explored the interplay between source attributes, content quality, destination image, and trust in fostering impulsive travel intentions, a key yet underexplored aspect of tourist behavior. To address this gap, this study integrates the Stimulus–Organism–Response (SOR) theory and the Information Adoption Model (IAM) to analyze how source credibility, source homophily, and content quality on social media influence impulsive travel intentions through destination image and trust. Using structural equation modeling (SEM) on survey data from 419 Chinese respondents, the results reveal that source credibility and homophily significantly enhance content quality, while both credibility and content quality positively shape destination image. Moreover, destination image and trust serve as crucial mediators, strengthening the relationship between social media attributes and impulsive travel behavior. This study advances the discourse on sustainable tourism development by shedding light on the role of digital engagement in shaping tourists’ spontaneous travel decisions, a dimension often overlooked in discussions on long-term economic sustainability. Furthermore, by examining the nuanced mechanisms of social media influence, this research provides practical implications for tourism marketers and policymakers aiming to leverage digital platforms for sustainable destination marketing. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Sustainable Tourism Development and Economic Impacts: Insights into Tourist Behavior, Resident Engagement, Cultural Experiences, and Meeting, Incentive, Conference, and Exhibition Tourism)
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Sustainable Event Tourism: Risk Perception and Preventive Measures in On-Site Attendance
by Bijun Li, Yeongbae Choe, Sangguk Kang and Jaeseok Lee
Sustainability 2025, 17(8), 3455; https://doi.org/10.3390/su17083455 - 13 Apr 2025
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This study extends the theory of planned behavior (TPB) to examine behavioral intentions for attending on-site e-sports events during the COVID-19 pandemic, integrating perceived risk, non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs), and past behavior as contextual determinants. Specifically, it aims to identify effective strategies for maintaining [...] Read more.
This study extends the theory of planned behavior (TPB) to examine behavioral intentions for attending on-site e-sports events during the COVID-19 pandemic, integrating perceived risk, non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs), and past behavior as contextual determinants. Specifically, it aims to identify effective strategies for maintaining event attendance intention despite unpredictable external shocks, thereby contributing to the sustainability and resilience of the event tourism industry. Using structural equation modeling, survey data from 415 Chinese League of Legends fans were analyzed to explore how pandemic-specific factors reshape traditional TPB frameworks in a sustainable tourism context. The findings revealed that NPIs (β = 0.368, p < 0.001), perceived behavioral control (β = 0.225, p < 0.001), and prior event attendance (β = 0.404, p < 0.001) were significant predictors of participation intent. In contrast, attitudes and subjective norms showed no significant influence, likely due to the homogeneous enthusiasm of the sampled Generation Z cohort. Notably, heightened perceived COVID-19 risk motivated attendees to adopt NPIs (e.g., masking, sanitization), indirectly bolstering participation intentions by alleviating safety concerns. Furthermore, frequent past attendance fostered habitual engagement, reducing reliance on deliberate decision-making. These insights advance the TPB and offer actionable strategies for event managers seeking sustainable solutions for maintaining participant engagement and economic resilience amid external disruptions. Full article
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