Application of visual methods to perceptions of tourism development

Peita Hillman; Brent D Moyle; Betty Weiler

doi:10.1108/IJCTHR-06-2017-0073

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Application of visual methods to perceptions of tourism development

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Application of visual methods to perceptions of tourism development

Peita Hillman, Brent D Moyle and Betty Weiler

International Journal of Culture, Tourism and Hospitality Research, Vol.12(1), pp.124-129

2018

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1108/IJCTHR-06-2017-0073

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Abstract

Tourism

development

tourism

culture

architecture

Bali

photo elicitation

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to explore the benefits and drawbacks of visual methods, specifically architectural drawings, for assessing locals' perceptions of proposed tourism development in a cultural tourism precinct. Design/methodology/approach: To explore the use of visual methods 21 in-depth interviews were conducted with locals working in the tourism industry in Ubud, Bali. During the interviews, respondents were shown a series of architectural drawings depicting a new Western-branded hotel development. Findings: The use of visual methods, specifically architectural drawings to gauge reactions from respondents revealed mixed levels of support for future tourism development. Respondents were supportive of an increase in visitors but were cautious about the nature of new development. Research limitations/implications: Visual research methods should also be considered in an interview setting to supplement traditional questioning techniques. Originality/value: This study provides an outline of how visual methods can either support or detract from qualitative methodologies and allow for a considered design if incorporated into future studies.

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Title: Application of visual methods to perceptions of tourism development
Authors: Peita Hillman (Author) - Southern Cross University
Brent D Moyle (Author) - Griffith University
Betty Weiler (Author) - Southern Cross University
Publication details: International Journal of Culture, Tourism and Hospitality Research, Vol.12(1), pp.124-129
Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing Ltd.
Date published: 2018
DOI: 10.1108/IJCTHR-06-2017-0073
ISSN: 1750-6182
Organisation Unit: University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland; USC Business School - Legacy
Language: English
Record Identifier: 99450633102621
Output Type: Journal article

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