Passive Mobile Data for Studying Seasonal Tourism Mobilities: An Application in a Mediterranean Coastal Destination

Zaragozí, Benito; Trilles, Sergio; Gutiérrez, Aaron

doi:10.3390/ijgi10020098

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“…However, when dealing with large datasets, line maps can become cluttered and difficult to interpret. In such situations, it is recommended to utilize flow maps instead (Zaragozí, Trilles, and Gutiérrez, 2021), as they provide a clear representation of the flow between various destinations, however, unlike line maps, do not copy, for example, the road network. For both line maps and flow maps, we can add arrows to show the direction of travel.…”

Section: Visualization Methods For Micro-mobilitymentioning

confidence: 99%

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Koktavá,

Horák

2023

EJG

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The growth in technology has led to the enhancement of open data sources and the development of user-friendly open-source visualization and analysis tools. The evolution of these tools has resulted in the expansion of various analytical and visualization techniques. This research concentrates on the visualization methods used in micro-mobility studies. It briefly defines micro-mobility, including the key factors that influence it. The motivation for writing this paper was to identify visualization methods that are suitable for representing a variety of micro-mobility data types. The aim of this paper is to briefly review a number of visualization methods that are widely used in micro-mobility research.

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confidence: 99%

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Koktavá,

Horák

2023

EJG

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“…Since conventional accommodation statistics hide information on the spatio-temporal behaviour of tourists and traditional survey data are difficult to obtain, the use of new Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), especially mobile-phone positioning data seems to be inevitable. Mobile Positioning Data (MPD) collected and stored by Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) provide useful data sources for the spatio-temporal analysis of human mobility, including tourism (Zaragozí, Trilles and Gutiérrez, 2021). Characteristics of these data make it possible to differentiate not only visitors from local populations, but also international visitors from domestic tourists at any geographical scale.…”

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Measuring visitor flows using mobile positioning data in three Hungarian second-tier cities

Kovács

Smith

Teleubay

et al. 2023

IJTC

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Purpose The research analyses the spatial-temporal behaviour of international visitors using mobile positioning data (MPD) in three second-tier cities in Hungary: Szeged, Debrecen and Pécs. The purpose of this study is to identify the origins of visitors, length of stay, seasonal concentrations and mobility between cities. Design/methodology/approach A large volume of data generated by foreign mobile phone users was processed and analysed for six consecutive months in 2018. The movements of around 3.5 million foreigners visiting Hungary were captured. Findings The data showed significant differences in tourist turnover, mobility patterns and flows indicating different levels of tourism activity and potential in the three cities. This included day trips, cross-border tourism, seasonal fluctuations and activity-driven demand (e.g. special events and cultural tourism). Research limitations/implications MPD cannot fully explain or predict drivers of visitor behaviour, such as purpose of visit, the precise activities that they undertake there and the experiences that they gain. It can, however, provide information on spatial and temporal flows, patterns and concentrations of visitors. Practical implications The investigated cities should follow distinct tourism development policies to attract more tourists and strengthen the links with their neighbouring destinations at the same time as differentiating themselves through marketing as competitive alternative destinations. Social implications Augmenting tourism has socio-economic implications for residents and communities. The development of cultural tourism and local event-based tourism must incorporate community needs. Originality/value The paper analyses the extent to which MPD can provide insights into visitors’ spatio-temporal mobility and flows in relatively under-visited second-tier cities and it highlights opportunities and gaps for big data research in an urban context.

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“…This is because island states are mainly destinations for 3S (sun, sea, sand) tourism. Thus, accessible tourism can be an alternative tourism market for island states that are under pressure from mass tourism [56][57][58][59][60][61][62][63]. Cyprus is the third largest island in the Eastern Mediterranean.…”

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An Investigation of the Challenges Faced by the Disabled Population and the Implications for Accessible Tourism: Evidence from a Mediterranean Destination

Kamyabi

Alipour

2022

Sustainability

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The purpose of this study is to examine the challenges and deficits faced by people with disabilities and the implications for the development of accessible tourism in the case of North Cyprus. Although this destination market represents a significant portion of tourism in the Mediterranean, it is still poorly understood. In this study, 250 questionnaires were distributed to people with disabilities. Linear regressions, ANOVA, and t-tests were used for data analysis. The results show that despite the destination’s great potential in terms of attractions and recreational facilities, there are measurable deficits in accessible tourism. If tourism operators want to take advantage of the rising tide of accessible tourism to attract more tourists and have a competitive advantage in this growing niche market, they should improve infrastructure facilities to meet the needs of disabled tourists. In particular, this includes providing information for disabled tourists, improving the existing inadequate access to various venues, equipping transportation modes and refreshment facilities for the disabled population, and ensuring adequate access to public places. Last but not least, a cultural orientation approach that educates residents to respect and accept the rights of the disabled population must be adopted. This study provides insights into the needs of people with disabilities and formulates guidelines for adapting and developing this market for destinations that depend on tourism.

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Passive Mobile Data for Studying Seasonal Tourism Mobilities: An Application in a Mediterranean Coastal Destination

Cited by 11 publications

References 47 publications

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Measuring visitor flows using mobile positioning data in three Hungarian second-tier cities

An Investigation of the Challenges Faced by the Disabled Population and the Implications for Accessible Tourism: Evidence from a Mediterranean Destination

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