The economic impact of the lifting of sanctions on tourism in Iran: a computable general equilibrium analysis

Pratt, S. T.; Alizadeh, Valiollah

doi:10.4324/9780429291593-12

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“…These sanctions have practically reduced Iran's access to materials and products needed for the oil and energy sectors, have prompted many oil companies to withdraw from Iran, and have also caused a decline in oil production due to the reduced access to technologies needed to improve their efficiency. However, the oil industry was not the only one who suffers from these political challenges (Pratt and Alizadeh, 2018;Yıldız, 2020). The tourism and hospitality industry of Iran has also been badly affected by the sanctions, in many ways, notably the significant reduction in international tourists, and the deprivation from the required resources to develop the proper infrastructure for this industry (Khodadadi, 2016).…”

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Accountability via social and financial performance of the hospitality sector: the role of market orientation

Kazemian

Djajadikerta

Roni

et al. 2020

SBR

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Purpose This study aims to examine the three dimensions of market orientation, namely, customer orientation, competitor orientation and inter-function coordination, which influence the accountability in the financial and social performance of tourism operators in large touristic cities. Design/methodology/approach In total, 95 usable questionnaires as the required data were collected from the top managers of four- and five-star hotels in Iran. Findings Partial least squares (PLS) results confirm that customer orientation and inter-function coordination influence both the financial and social performance of the hospitality sector yet reveal that competitor orientation has no significant relationship with social performance. Research limitations/implications These findings not only highlight the compatibility of PLS with various forms of statistical analyzes but also furthers the current understanding of hospitality networks in megacity economies, where literature are scarce. Practical implications The findings of this study can help policymakers, tourism associations and practitioners enhance the accountability and sustainable financial and social performance of the hospitality industry in megacities. This study proposes some unique measurements for the social and financial performance of the hospitality sectors. Originality/value The paper states some new measurements for the social performance of the hospitality sectors. In addition, measuring the impacts of market orientation on the financial and social aspects of hotels is totally unique.

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Accountability via social and financial performance of the hospitality sector: the role of market orientation

Kazemian

Djajadikerta

Roni

et al. 2020

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“…Tourism is an important and growing sector of the Iranian economy (WTTC 2016; Khoshkhoo et al 2017), though strongly affected by geopolitical factors (Khodadadi 2018; Pratt and Alizadeh 2018). It includes cultural, rural, eco, and adventure components (Azimi and Avetisyan 2017; Ghanian et al 2017; Mosammam et al 2016; Seyfi, Hall, and Kuhzady 2018).…”

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World Heritage Tourism Triggers Urban–Rural Reverse Migration and Social Change

Buckley

Shekari

Mohammadi

et al. 2019

Journal of Travel Research

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We show that tourism to a World Heritage Area generates economic opportunities in nearby rural communities, sufficient to reverse migration to the city. To carry out this test, we used an isolated region with a simple economic structure and a newly declared WHA, and analyzed economic constraints, opportunities, and decision processes at the micro scale of individual households, through qualitative analysis of interviews and on-site audits. Tourism triggered a switch from accelerating decline of rural villages, with closing schools and abandoned buildings and farmland, to accelerating recovery and reinvigoration, with new ecolodges and adventure tours employing household members and other local residents. The switch was assisted by low-interest ecotourism loans. It has also generated new economic opportunities for women specifically, and these have created much greater social freedom and self-determination, now also accepted by men.

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“…This is because sustainability plays a critical role in enhancing financial performance (Leonidou et al , 2016) and encourages MSMEs to protect the environment for future generations. The hospitality sector generates employment that helps to reduce poverty (SDG 1) (Pratt and Alizadeh, 2018) but their activities do have an impact on the environment. Thus, adopting the SDGs helps MSMEs to generate profit and competitive advantage in a small niche market and may help MSMEs to act as good corporate citizens (George et al , 2016).…”

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Assessing the suitability of a single brand of MSMEs in the hospitality sector to boost sustainable development: the case of Mauritius

Pompeia

2021

WHATT

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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to assess the suitability of a single brand for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the hospitality sector to boost sustainable development in Mauritius. Design/methodology/approach The research design focuses on a literature review, face-to-face interviews and focus groups. The focus group method was used to consult 24 MSMEs and to gather their opinions on the value of a single brand for the hospitality sector. Other stakeholders were interviewed via face-to-face unstructured interviews, including at least one representative from the government, intergovernmental agencies and non-governmental organisations (NGOs). Findings The findings demonstrated that MSMEs in the accommodation sector have yet to realize the importance of effective brand management. Currently, they are focusing on short-term business strategies that could jeopardize their survival. Meanwhile, some businesses have noted a change in the profile of tourists and that more of them are looking for an authentic tourism experience. Respondents feel that the process of becoming certified is tedious and for a family business, and time consuming but perhaps necessary in the medium term. The survey also revealed that MSMEs involved in the hospitality sector in Mauritius are turning toward the digitalization of their offering. Respondents felt that this will help them to deliver a better service to the customers and provide a worthy experience. Research limitations/implications The main limitation of this study is the modest sample size. Emphasis was placed on targeting key respondents to provide expert opinions on the topic. Originality/value To the best of the author’s knowledge, this paper is the first study of its kind in Mauritius to analyze the suitability of an existing ecosystem for a single branding approach that integrates with the sustainable development goals in a practical way.

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The economic impact of the lifting of sanctions on tourism in Iran: a computable general equilibrium analysis

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Accountability via social and financial performance of the hospitality sector: the role of market orientation

Accountability via social and financial performance of the hospitality sector: the role of market orientation

World Heritage Tourism Triggers Urban–Rural Reverse Migration and Social Change

Assessing the suitability of a single brand of MSMEs in the hospitality sector to boost sustainable development: the case of Mauritius

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