ORCID Profile
0000-0002-7868-441X
Current Organisations
U.S. Department of the Interior
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University of London
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Griffith University Griffith Business School
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Edith Cowan University
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Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 03-2011
Publisher: Cognizant, LLC
Date: 04-2013
DOI: 10.3727/109830414X13911221027407
Abstract: This research adopted a qualitative approach with data collected through in-depth interviews, informal conversations, and participant observation to identify the social identities of Japanese young travelers in relation to their group dynamic. The findings indicate that the ersity of out-group interactions with travelers from different countries enhances cross-cultural understanding and language learning, while in-group interactions with other Japanese offer a pseudohome while traveling. The issue of identity ambivalence is important as the spheres of familiarity and ersity in travel group interactions are dynamic and complementary. The current research furthers our understanding of the interrelation between culture, communication, and the action of travel among independent travelers.
Publisher: Wiley
Date: 20-10-2021
DOI: 10.1002/HPJA.427
Abstract: Vulnerable populations are disproportionately affected by food insecurity, resulting in heightened risk of suboptimal dietary intake. Food insecure people appear to implement several coping strategies and dietary compromises to avoid hunger. Less explored in the literature is how these strategies impact consumption of food inside and outside of the home. An online survey was completed by adults (n = 1292) residing in one of five Australian states. The questionnaire comprised of the six‐item US Household Food Security Survey Module, 12 socio‐demographic variables and 32 questions related to elements of food literacy. Food insecure respondents were more likely to frequent fast food vs ( P = .002), takeaway ( P .001) and food courts ( P .001) than their food secure counterparts. Food secure respondents reported greater use of raw ( P = .043) and fresh, pre‐prepared produce ( P = .002) when cooking, whereas food insecure respondents were more likely to prepare food using only frozen, pre‐packaged products ( P .001). No significant differences were found between food security status and the enjoyment and social bonding derived from cooking. Food insecure respondents appeared to be accessing a poorer quality of food through greater consumption of takeaway and fast food. These dietary compromises are most likely related to perceived financial, time or cooking facility constraints and to a lesser extent food literacy skills. This study highlights some of the health and social inequities apparent within food insecure populations. Food insecure households should be supported to access healthy fresh food and in‐home cooking practices. While a multi strategy approach is required, healthy food environment policy, particularly in disadvantaged areas, should be considered to guarantee that all Australians have dignified access to nutritious food.
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 09-12-2013
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 07-01-2022
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 08-2006
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Date: 10-2013
Abstract: International students represent a large and potentially lucrative market for various sectors of the tourism industry. Although previous empirical studies have examined this topic, most treated the market as homogeneous and small s le sizes have been the norm. The present Australia-based study represents the first large-scale investigation of the travel activities of international students. The large s le size ( N = 4633) has allowed the researchers to identify nationality-based differences between international student travel behaviours and the factors that constrain their travel. The approach that has been adopted extends theoretical and applied understanding of this important tourism market and informs how tourism industry leaders may capitalise on the opportunities by undertaking initiatives, such as innovative tourism marketing, product development and packaging initiatives.
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 13-11-2009
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 15-10-2010
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Date: 19-03-2010
Abstract: The souvenir is an important component of the tourist experience, with most tourists bringing back mementos and souvenirs as evidence. People like to be reminded of special moments in their lives and to hold evidence of those special moments. However, despite the considerable previous research into souvenirs and purchase behavior, little research exists that investigates the motivations for souvenir purchase. In addition, there has been little investigation of the impact of gender on the souvenirs purchased and the motivations for purchase. This research addresses these gaps in the literature and evaluates the souvenir purchase behavior of tourists. The research identifies the core importance of the souvenir as evidence of the experience as well as the roles of memory and as gifts.
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 12-2007
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Date: 04-2013
Abstract: This article reports the findings of differences in tourist preferences for short and long breaks. Cluster analysis is employed to explore specific preferences of tourist clusters taking long or short breaks. Four distinct clusters were found for each type of break, exhibiting distinctive demographic characteristics and activity preferences. Different preferences for short versus long breaks were also found. Assumptions that the same customers prefer the same kind of destination and activity when taking either a short or long break are dispelled. Implications for markets include developing distinct c aigns for short- and long-break tourist segments.
Publisher: US Geological Survey
Date: 2014
DOI: 10.3133/SIR20145150
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 07-2013
Publisher: Emerald
Date: 05-2005
DOI: 10.1108/09596110510591891
Abstract: This paper sets out to report on research that investigated hospitality managers' expectations of graduate skills and compared those expectations with student perceptions of what hospitality managers value. The research adopted a generic skills framework and data were collected through a s le survey of 850 Australian hospitality managers and 211 undergraduate hospitality management students. Managers rated skills associated with interpersonal, problem solving, and self‐management skill domains as most important while students appeared to have realistic perceptions of the skills that managers value when recruiting hospitality graduates. The most substantial areas of disagreement came in those skills associated with the conceptual and analytical domain. Industry managers tended to discount the skills in this domain relative to students. The s le of managers used in this study were predominantly of Australian nationality and, in an increasingly global hospitality labor market, there may be some benefit in repeating this study with managers from different cultural backgrounds. A number of strategies are proposed in the paper for bridging the expectation gaps and ensuring better learning outcomes for students and industry stakeholders. In adopting the generic skills framework this research presents an alternative to previous studies that have used a management competencies framework. As such, it is of more immediate value to those responsible for designing undergraduate hospitality management curriculum who need to ensure that programs meet academic standards as well as industry and student expectations regarding the skill sets needed in the workplace.
Location: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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