Determinants of Place Identity and Dependence: The Case of International Tourists in Tanzania

Abstract

this research examines the effects of expectation (perceived attractiveness) on satisfaction, place identity, and place dependence. Place identity and place dependence are viewed as relational components of choice and relate to deeper needs. this study proposes that these two relational components depend on transactional expectations, which are emergent and determined by past experiences and visitor goals. In a theoretically elaborated and tested Structural Equation Model (SEM) this study assumes that these relationships vary according to intentions to return. the study addresses the conditions under which loyalty intentions influence the deeper place attachments (place identity and place dependence) that visitors associate with attractive cultural and natural destinations. the model is tested on a sample of 504 international tourists visiting tanzania during fall 2010, and explains 59% of variance in the predicted dependent variables. the results are linked to a discussion on loyalty programs.

Impact of the Perceived Authenticity of Heritage Sites on Subjective Well-Being: A Study of the Mediating Role of Place Attachment and Satisfaction

“…For example, Moore and Graefe [56] studied users of disused-railway trails and proved that their level of place identity could be predicted by their level of place dependence. Mlozi et al [57] studied Tanzania's international tourists to find that place identity was, in fact, the antecedent of their place dependence. The present study proposes that in the context of tourism to cultural heritage sites, the realization of tourists' particular goals or expectations would affect their identity, and even their overall self-identity.…”

Examine destination loyalty of first-time and repeat visitors at all-inclusive resorts

“…As such, Kozak (2001) suggests what add value to destinations include encouraging local people to be welcoming, showcasing local culture and removing language barriers for smoother communication between tourists and local residents. Helpful tour guides and friendly locals in combination with the availability of interpretation facilities affect satisfaction and future intentions (Lee, 2009b;Mlozi et al, 2012). Pizam et al (2000) report that a closer social relationship between local residents and tourists leads to higher tourist satisfaction.…”

The mechanism of body–mind integration in the formation of destination attachment: A comparison of first-time and repeat tourists

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“…Although this can encompass the overall characteristics of destination attachment from a macro perspective, it ignores the complexity of the internal structure of destination attachment and the uniqueness of the formation mechanism of different dimensions ( Mlozi et al, 2012 ). Therefore, the importance of refining the two-dimensional construct of destination attachment has been well approved ( Mlozi et al, 2012 ).…”