Stephen Wearing, Anne Buchmann and Chantelle Jobberns
The purpose of this paper is to explore contemporary issues in film tourism with reference to the growth in related tourism fields.
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to explore contemporary issues in film tourism with reference to the growth in related tourism fields.
Design/methodology/approach
The paper examines the relationship between growth in dolphin and whale watching and the popularity of the Free Willy series of films.
Findings
Observes that films can significantly influence aspects of ecotourism, especially in terms of the expectations of tourists.
Practical implications
The paper illustrates how new tourism niche markets are strongly influenced by nature‐related films and discusses the implications for tourism stakeholders.
Originality/value
The paper reviews and reveals the potential for film‐induced ecotourism.
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The purpose of this paper is to explain why the film‐induced tourism sector is growing and outline the key questions that are likely to affect the future development of this…
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to explain why the film‐induced tourism sector is growing and outline the key questions that are likely to affect the future development of this sector.
Design/methodology/approach
The theme issue is profiled and the purpose and approach of each article explained in the context of the overall strategic question: how can the film‐inducted tourism phenomenon be sustainably managed?
Findings
The paper concludes that there is both a need and an opportunity for dialogue and interchange between practitioners and academics.
Practical implications
The paper explores the key issues affecting the growth of film‐induced tourism around the globe.
Originality/value
The paper identifies and explores facets of the relatively new film‐induced tourism phenomenon.