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Understanding the impact of culture as a destination image attribute on sustainable tourism


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Zhou, Zijun and Siow, May Ling and Mohd Ariffin, Noor Fazamimah and Abdul Aziz, Faziawati (2024) Understanding the impact of culture as a destination image attribute on sustainable tourism. Malaysian Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 9 (3). art. no. e002735. ISSN 2504-8562

Abstract

This study aims to underscore the pivotal role of cultural attributes in shaping destination image and examines their implications for sustainable tourism. Through a comprehensive review of relevant literature, the study proposes a conceptual framework to delve into the multifaceted effects of cultural attributes on destination image formation and offers strategies and guidelines for fostering sustainable tourism practices. The findings of the study underscore the significance of cultural attributes in bolstering the competitiveness of destination images in sustainable tourism, while also analyzing their interconnectedness across social, economic, and environmental dimensions. The societal impact of this study lies in highlighting the pivotal role of cultural attributes in shaping perceptions and allure associated with destination images, thereby furnishing a vital reference point for crafting and executing a targeted research agenda in urban tourism. Ultimately, this study furnishes a valuable theoretical framework and perspective conducive to the advancement of sustainable tourism endeavors.


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Item Type: Article
Divisions: Faculty of Design and Architecture
DOI Number: https://doi.org/10.47405/mjssh.v9i3.2735
Publisher: Secholian Publication
Keywords: Destination image; Culture attribute; Sustainable tourism; Urban tourism
Depositing User: Ms. Nur Faseha Mohd Kadim
Date Deposited: 23 Apr 2025 09:14
Last Modified: 23 Apr 2025 09:14
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URI: http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/117062
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