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High Temperatures and Tourism: Enlightenment from China

Version 1 : Received: 16 August 2023 / Approved: 16 August 2023 / Online: 17 August 2023 (07:57:54 CEST)

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Yu, D.; Li, S.; Chen, N.C.; Hall, M.; Guo, Z. High Temperatures and Tourism: Findings from China. Sustainability 2023, 15, 14138. Yu, D.; Li, S.; Chen, N.C.; Hall, M.; Guo, Z. High Temperatures and Tourism: Findings from China. Sustainability 2023, 15, 14138.

Abstract

Climate and its fluctuations have wide-ranging impacts on the tourism industry. High temperatures, as a typical meteorological and climatic factor, influence tourists' travel intentions and spatial behavior. This study conducted a descriptive analysis and market trend analysis of Chinese tourism during periods of high temperatures, revealing several key findings. Firstly, tourists seeking respite from summer heat exhibit a preference for short-distance trips and resource-rich destinations. Secondly, heat-escape tourism products undergo changes over time, gradually shifting towards mountainous areas and waterfront locations. Furthermore, taking Shanghai Disneyland as a case study demonstrates that the holiday system holds greater significance than temperature constraints. Despite experiencing a significant decline in the quality of their tourist experience in high-temperature environments, long-distance travelers are not deterred from choosing pre-booked tourism products by sudden bouts of hot weather.

Keywords

heat-escape tourism; destination selection; climate comfort; Shanghai Disneyland

Subject

Social Sciences, Tourism, Leisure, Sport and Hospitality

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