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Analysing Tourism Research in the Indian Himalayan Region to Identify Gaps and Propose Sustainable Development Strategies
Journal of Mountain Research (p ISSN: 0974-3030; e ISSN: 2582-5011), Vol 19 (1).
Tourism constitutes a substantial driver of economic growth within the Indian Himalayan Region (IHR). Nevertheless, it also presents noteworthy challenges to the region's environment and society. This paper undertakes a systematic literature review, employing thematic analysis, to examine the body of research on tourism within the IHR. The primary aim is to find out existing research gaps and propose strategies to sustainable development in this context. The methodological approach adopted in this study entails a comprehensive and systematic review of the literature encompassing the period from 1977 to August 2023, incorporating a total of 1036 published works. The sources consulted included widely recognized academic databases such as Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar. Additionally, The Lens, an integrated database aggregator, was employed to ensure a thorough exploration of relevant literature. The findings of this paper underscore the need for increased research concern to the multifaceted impacts of tourism on the IHR, encompassing domains encompassing environmental sustainability, sociocultural preservation, economic dimensions, and beyond. Furthermore, it is advocated that tourism development strategies in the IHR ought to be supported by a participatory approach that actively engages all stakeholders. This collaborative approach should include local communities, government bodies, and the private sector to facilitate holistic and sustainable tourism development practices.
APA citation: Divya, N. V., Junaid, K. C., Prakash, P. V., Chauhan, H. B. S., & Dhodi, R. K. (2024). Analysing tourism research in the Indian Himalayan region to identify gaps and propose sustainable development strategies. Journal of Mountain Research, 19(1), 285-297. Society for Himalayan Action Research and Development.
Voluntourism In Puducherry; Exploring Motivation, Experience, Satisfaction And Revisit Intentions of Tourists
PUSA Journal of Hospitality and Applied Sciences. ISSN 2395-020X (P); e-ISSN 2583-2700 (O)
Background: United Nations World Volunteerism report of 2018 highlights that around 110 million individuals engage in volunteer program all over the world, out of which thirty percent involve through formal organisation and the other seventy percent participate in informal volunteerism. Although there is a steady increase in the volunteer’s engagement globally, it is also vital to understand the key driving factor to choose an organisation, contribution and involvement in projects as well as their resilience in the community engagement at a micro-level. Even though socio-cultural, psycho logical and behavioural aspects of voluntourism or volunteering tourists have been studied directly, literature on the Indian context is rarely found. Objective: This paper outlines motivation, experience, satisfaction and revisit intentions of tourists participate in voluntourism in Puducherry. Methodology: For analysing the same, the authors have taken two organizations (Sristi Village and Atmasanga Environment Alliance) for an extensive primary survey. Data analysis and statistical tests were performed using IBM SPSS and IBM SPSS Amos SEM (Structural Equation Modeling) tools. Results: The present study confirmed the findings of three antecedents of voluntourists such as ‘Motivation, Experience, and Satisfaction’ for understanding volunteers’ intention to revisit a volunteered organisation along with future participation in other volunteering program and recommendation. Taken together, these results suggest that the overall revisit intention is dependent on all the factors included in the study. The study also revealed that the volunteers aged between (31-40) had a major impact on motivation. Taken together, these results suggest that the overall revisit intention is de pendent on all the factors included in the study. Conclusion: These observations have many implications for research into awareness and effectiveness of the voluntourists projects to all stakeholders.
APA citation: Aishwarya Venkittaraman, KC Junaid, Rakesh Kumar Dhodi (2022). Voluntourism In Puducherry; Exploring Motivation, Experience, Satisfaction And Revisit Intentions of Tourists. PUSA Journal of Hospitality and Applied Sciences. ISSN 2395-020X (P); e-ISSN 2583-2700 (O).
Exploring the Current Status, Opportunities, and Challenges of the Homestays in Uttarakhand
Journal of Mountain Research (p ISSN: 0974-3030; e ISSN: 2582-5011), Vol 18 (2), 223-234.
Homestay programs have gained popularity as a sustainable form of accommodation in Uttarakhand, a picturesque state in northern India. These programs allow tourists to immerse themselves in the local lifestyle and culture by staying with host families. Beyond cultural exchange, homestays bring substantial economic benefits to communities, generating income and employment. A research study focuses on comprehensively understanding Uttarakhand's homestay sector, analyzing its current state, employment impact, and government support. The investigation explores the potential advantages, such as fostering sustainable tourism and preserving regional heritage. Challenges faced by homestay programs are also examined, ranging from limited local community engagement and resources to inadequate infrastructure. The study aims to provide valuable insights for policymakers, tourism stakeholders, and communities to promote and sustain homestay programs in Uttarakhand. Moreover, it may contribute to a broader understanding of homestay sectors in India and other developing nations, emphasizing their potential as a sustainable tourism model.
APA citation: Vijay Prakash Prajapati, Junaid, K. C. and R.K. Dhodi (2023). Exploring the Current Status, Opportunities, and Challenges of the Homestays in Uttarakhand. Journal of Mountain Research 18 (2), 223-234. https://doi.org/10.51220/jmr.v18i2.23 P-ISSN-0974-3030, E-ISSN: 2582-5011
Ethnic Conflicts and Geopolitics: Covid-19 Augmented Chaos versus Efforts to Restart Tourism Sector
Skyline Business Journal.16 (1), pp 73-80. Skyline University College, University City of Sharjah, UAE.
The outbreak of COVID-19 in December 2019 dramatically changed the entire scenario worldwide. As of now, the global pandemic effects will take the travel and tourism sector back to 20 years (Richter, 2020). Reports of UNWTO and WTTC forecasted 121 million direct tourism jobs in risk and a decline of around 80% in international tourist arrivals in the year 2020 (UNWTO, 2020a; WTTC, 2020b). Many studies have discussed that the COVID-19 lead worldwide travel restrictions, international sanctions and economic crisis, boosted ethnic conflicts and geopolitical tensions at local and international level. This article elaborates on trends of the global travel and tourism sector before and since the COVID-19 pandemic concerning the ethnic conflicts and geopolitics happening around the world. The present research article is based on the reports of UNWTO, WTTC and other national bodies besides the scholarly writings contributed by Burke, Chetcuti et al., Polo, Seyfi et al., Wilkinson et al., Jawabreh, Mostafanezhad, Timothy and Rowen. Authors have also attempted to review the news and views that appeared in the print and electronic medias. And whatever the issues and trends were noticed have been elaborated in the present research paper supported by statements on recent measures by government or non-government agencies to restart the tourism sector.
APA citation: S.C, Bagri & K.C, Junaid (2020). Ethnic Conflicts and Geopolitics: Covid-19 Augmented Chaos versus Efforts to Restart Tourism Sector. Skyline Business Journal.16 (1), pp 73-80
Netnography as a Research Method in the age of AI and IoT - Trends in India
Antrocom Online Journal of Anthropology , Volume: 16, Issue: 2, pp 389-395, ISSN 1973 – 2880.
Netnography has been there in the social science stream since 1995 but is mostly used only for market and consumer research. Kozinets (2007) defined Netnography as ‘doing ethnographic research online or on digital networks and also as a combination of internet and ethnography’. The objectives of this study is to understand the current trends & future of digital space of India and an extensive analysis of existing Netnographic studies in India. The study reflects that the digital space and digital users are growing with high penetration rate along with the popularity of 4Gs and Smartphones in India. Research findings further reveal that there exists a substantial gap between the scope of Netnographic studies and the size of the overall Indian digital space, virtual networks/SNSs and number of digital users. Also, there are only a few disciplines currently promoting Netnography as a serious research method in India.
APA citation: N.V. Divya., K. Manzoor & K.C. Junaid (2020). Netnography as a Research Method in the age of AI and IoT - Trends in India (2020). Antrocom Online Journal of Anthropology , Volume: 16, Issue: 2, pp 389-395, ISSN 1973 – 2880.
Employee to Entrepreneur Transition Trends and Financing of SMEs in Indian Tourism Industry
Emperor Journal of Economics and Social Science Research. SSN: 2581-8643 EISSN:2581-8643.
The tourism industry, encompassing transportation, accommodation, recreation, entertainment, food and beverage services, and travel services, accounts for a significant 8% of total employment. This research paper examines the transition trend of waged employees venturing into entrepreneurship within the Indian tourism sector and the associated challenges they encounter in financing tourism-related small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The study reveals a positive transition rate within the tourism industry compared to other sectors, primarily influenced by factors such as digital marketing, accessible financing options, government support schemes, and minimal capital and labor requirements. However, this transition is not without its socio-economic challenges.
APA citation: N.V, Divya., K.C, Junaid & K.M, Riyas (2019). Employee to Entrepreneur Transition Trends and Financing of SMEs in Indian Tourism Industry. Emperor Journal of Economics and Social Science Research.
Drug Tourism in India: Trends and Challenges
International Journal of Technical Research & Science. Online-Issn No :2454-2024
Drug Tourism is becoming a trend with India's inbound and domestic tourists. Its traveling to another country or place with sole purpose of using the drugs that are illegal or expensive or unavailable in one‟s hometown. Hashish of Malan at Himachal, Magic Mushrooms from Kodaikanal, Idukki Gold in Kerala, Bhang and Opium of Rajasthan, Psychedelic drugs in Goa are major drugs or destinations that attracts domestic as well as international tourists. This paper studies the drug tourism in Indian society and Tourist destinations. Also the substance abuse due to drug tourism and effects on local communities and cities. Methods like Participant Observation (Goa, Malana, Kodaikanal, Idukki), In Depth interviews with Tourists and local communities, Open ended Questionnaire and News reports, and articles resulted that Indian working youths and students had traveled once with sole purpose of using drugs. International tourists stayed more days on destinations promoting drugs and Rave parties. Educated unemployed youths (both gender), Stressed working class peoples, Artists, Backpackers are followed the trend. From school kid to senior citizens Drugs had become part of the travel plan . Drug abuses are reported in India that caused by international and domestic tourists. The impact of Drug tourism can be reduced by private, public and community participation activities.
APA citation: K.C, Junaid; M.R, Kozhikkattil & NV, Divya (2019). Drug Tourism in India: Trends and Challenges. International Journal of Technical Research & Science. Online-Issn No :2454-2024