Q-methodology is a technique incorporating the benefits of both qualitative and quantitative
research. Q-method involves Q-sorting, a method of data collection and factor analysis, to …

This study was guided by the notion of tourist attractiveness to understand residents'
perception of tourists in establishing a reciprocal resident-tourist relationship. To explore the …

Understanding the sense of authenticity of heritage attractions is important for tourism
management and marketing because presentation, interpretation and verification has a …

Serious Leisure offers a comprehensive view and analysis of the current state of the
sociology of leisure. Defining and differentiating the way people use their free time, Robert …

This study combined parent and observational measures to examine the association
between aberrant sensory features and restricted, repetitive behaviors in children with …

Understanding visitors' level of engagement with tourist attractions is vital for successful
heritage management and marketing. This paper develops a scale to measure visitors' level …

People spend a lot of time on creative activities in their leisure time, but we still know little
about what these activities are and what drives them. The literature suggests that several …

The conceptual roots of involvement are considered to better understand the construct's use
in sport management research and practice. Sport involvement is conceptualized as a …

As the global population ages rapidly, from a positive aging view, promoting later life
through sport participation has been recognized as strategies for maintaining and boosting …

This study explored the relationships among serious leisure, life satisfaction, and health. The
study sample consisted of 454 older adults from two annual events: the 2008 Indiana Senior …