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Volume 7 Issue 2

Issue of Zeitschrift für Tourismuswissenschaft

Contents
Journal Overview

February 11, 2016

Vorwort des federführenden Herausgebers

Andreas Kagermeier

Page range: 115-116

Hauptbeiträge

February 11, 2016

Share Economy im Tourismus

Zwischen pragmatischen Motiven und der Suche nach authentischen Erlebnissen

Andreas Kagermeier, Julia Köller, Natalie Stors

Page range: 117-146

Abstract

“What’s Mine is Yours”, the popular book by Rachel Botsmann and Roo Rogers has become the slogan of the so-called Share Economy, which boosts since a couple of years. The main impact of the Share Economy-movement in tourism lays in the accommodation sector. Sharing websites like couchsurfing.org or airbnb.com offer not only overnight stays for free or at affordable prices, but promise a new, authentic experience to visitors of urban areas. The leading research questions: • Who participates in the tourism share economy? • “What are the motivations and expectations behind the offer and usage of shared accommodations? • What experiences have been made? will be treated on the basis of various quantitative and qualitative empirical surveys in two different urban settings: Berlin, as an example for an international metropolitan tourism destination and Trier, as a case study for a smaller city with a stronger focus on the domestic market and a main target group oriented towards traditional cultural tourism. The aim of the article is not only to contribute to the question, what collaborative consumption in tourism means for the so-called explorer-tourists searching for authentic experiences off the beaten track and outside the tourist bubble. More globally, the future role of sharing in tourism as well as the question raised by Trivett et al. (2013) on its impact on the traditional tourism industry and the future of travel will be analysed.

February 11, 2016

Touristische Trendforschung durch Trendscreening: Von Innovationen zu Trends

Natalia Alms, Sven Groß, Axel Dreyer

Page range: 147-168

Abstract

The present study focuses on the importance of innovation in the development of fads and trends. The developed trend screening tool takes into consideration the role of the media, which influences the process of dissemination of innovation significantly. It examined 27 German-language tourism-related professional or association magazines between July 2012 and June 2013. The analysis of 428 articles provides information regarding which innovations were published in the selected journals and whether their evaluation can provide early signs regarding tourism trends. The results demonstrate applicability of the tool within the tourism industry.

February 11, 2016

Leipzig - Hipper als Berlin?

Eine Repertory-Grid-Studie zur Charakterisierung der „hippen Stadt“ aus Sicht von Studierenden

Anne Heinrich, Sarah K. Schafmeister, Sebastian E. Voigt

Page range: 169-186

Abstract

Media suggests that Leipzig has become “hipper” than Berlin. This article contributes to the scientifically undiscussed subject of a characterisation of a “hip city”. Drawing on repertory grid interviews, the study describes the relevant attributes from an individual point of view. A “hip city” is varied in terms of cultural and leisure offerings, open and multicultural as well as green, offering multiple options to withdraw. A city ranking based on relevant attributes shows that despite differences in some characteristics Berlin and Leipzig are considered equally “hip”. Finally, the used method is presented as a possibility to rank cities avoiding some weaknesses of existing approaches.

February 11, 2016

Destinationsmanagement 3.0 – Auf dem Weg zu einem neuen Aufgabenverständnis

Edgar Kreilkamp

Page range: 187-206

Abstract

Tourist destinations need to adapt constantly to changing market conditions. The tasks become increasingly manifold and can only be solved within networks involving the key partners of the destination. Thus the core task of the DMO 3.0 is the management of projects and processes. The St. Galler model for destination management provides many new ideas in this direction. Nevertheless, there are more practical and research-related challenges to be faced. Therefore at this point additional thoughts, advices and notes will be addressed and discussed.

Aktuelle Forschungsergebnisse und Kurzbeiträge

February 11, 2016

Volunteer Tourism – Gut(es tun) für den Lebenslauf?

Zur Inwertsetzung von Volunteer Tourism

Victoria Seher, Holger Lehmeier, Philipp Rodrian, Hans Hopfinger

Page range: 207-216

Abstract

Volunteer tourism describes the melting of tourism and the involvement in volunteering organizations. During the last years, these phenomena have gained wide-spread popularity among many young adults in western countries, as well as increased scientific attention. Most contributions focus on volunteers’ motivations rather than the value of volunteering for their careers. This report is based on P. Bourdieu’s notions of capital and deals with the short- and long-term effects for the participants. The results are based on guided interviews with different types of experts and highlight the various contradictions regarding the interpretation of the different forms of capital. This is especially true for the interpretation of cultural capital. All in all, this report seeks to contribute to a more differentiated view on the varied and complex phenomenon of volunteer tourism.

February 11, 2016

Tourismus und Integriertes Wasserressourcenmanagement am Zayandeh Rud

– viel versprechende Potenziale trotz schwieriger Ausgangsbedingungen

Arash Davoudi, Engelbert Schramm

Page range: 217-222

Abstract

In the context of a joint project on integrated water resources management tourism is regarded as an important socio-economic sector. The catchment area of the river Zayandeh Rud in the center of Iran has, despite the existing gaps thanks to its unique cultural heritage, the excellent climatic and natural conditions, the good location and its long-standing „tourism culture“ a very great potential for intensification in particular the different forms of sustainable tourism. This will not only bring risks for the use of Zayandeh Rud, but also offer opportunities for a sustainable and as well integrated management of its water resources. Unfolded potential and the development of sustainable tourism can lead to an enormous improvement in the living conditions of local peoples, to protect the environment and the cultural heritage

February 11, 2016

Nutzen von Gütesiegeln für touristische Anbieter von Wellnessleistungen

Ina Voshage

Page range: 223-230

Abstract

Quality seals are an attempt to make wellness services more transparent and comparable as well as to help ease the consumer’s buying decision. This article outlines the benefits of quality seals for touristic suppliers of wellness services. With the aid of the touristic three-phase model the use as a marketing tool, the use for quality management and the use for customer retention is examined. Derived from the results, guidance shows how the benefits of wellness quality seals could be enhanced. The article is based on a bachelor thesis at Hochschule Harz University of Applied Science.

February 11, 2016

Kooperative Kernkompetenzen als zukunftsfähiger Ansatz für den Gesundheitstourismus in Sachsen-Anhalt

Matilde S. Groß

Page range: 231-244

Abstract

Increasing globalization has intensified competition between tourism destinations and regions. Hence, this paper will address the importance of regional networking and strategic management as a key factor to secure competitive advantages. Finding a USP, such as health tourism in this case, is no longer sufficient to secure a strong market position. The cooperation of all stakeholders is necessary to utilize core competencies, especially in rural health destinations. The following example illustrates how such a cooperative model can support destinations in their efficient usage of competence-based business cooperation to increase profitability and thus competitiveness.

February 11, 2016

Empfehlungen für den Umgang mit freiwillig und ehrenamtlich Engagierten in Tourismusorganisationen

Ergebnisse einer interdisziplinären Studie

Urs Wagenseil, Barbara Taufer, Christin Hausmann

Page range: 245-252

Abstract

For the first time an interdisciplinary research was conducted exploring the voluntary engagement in the Swiss tourism industry. The main outcome: Many tourist offers and events in a destination could not be implemented without volunteers. Finding and retaining a sufficient amount of volunteers became a major challenge within tourism organisations. Therefore, practical recommendations for people responsible were developed, showing possibilities how to maintain, manage foresighted and facilitate the voluntary engagement in the long run. The article highlights these recommendations.

February 11, 2016

Konferenzberichte

Page range: 253-256

February 11, 2016

Buchbesprechungen

Page range: 257-267

February 11, 2016

Neuerscheinungen im deutschsprachigen Raum

Page range: 268-268

February 11, 2016

Dank an die externen Gutachtenden

Page range: 269-272

About this journal

The Zeitschrift für Tourismuswissenschaft – Journal of Tourism Science – continues the tradition of profound scientific discourse in the German-speaking world. The journal focuses on multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary issues concerning touristic phenomena. In this connection, the journal is geared towards researchers and practitioners in search of substantiated information about tourism-related problems. The articles, which are of a qualitative and quantitative nature, are aimed at basic research or reflect the findings of applied research.

In addition to publishing scientific essays from all kinds of sub-disciplines (in particular history, geography, communication and media studies, cultural sciences, ethnology, cultural anthropology, methodology/statistics, ecology, psychology, sociology, economics, business administration and education), the journal also presents project reports, book reviews and conference reports.

The Zeitschrift für Tourismuswissenschaft therefore aims to

act as a forum for tourism scientists from all kinds of disciplines (social and cultural sciences, economic sciences and environmental science)
support interaction between these disciplines
encourage network-building
promote young researchers and
raise awareness among the general public of the need for scientific tourism research.

Two issues are published each year; individual issues may be dedicated to specific key topics. Specific subjects may also be addressed in additional special issues.
In its meeting on 7 February 2011, the Scientific Advisory Board of the Association of Geographers at German Universities (VGDH) resolved to include the ‘Zeitschrift für Tourismuswissenschaft’ (tw) in its list of recognised geography journals. It was included in category 2 of scientific journals (without ISCI listing).

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Manuscripts on any tourism-relevant topic can be submitted at any time regardless of the various calls for papers for special issues (see "Call for papers" menu item).

Volume 7 Issue 2

Issue of Zeitschrift für Tourismuswissenschaft

Inhalt

Vorwort des federführenden Herausgebers

Share Economy im Tourismus

Zwischen pragmatischen Motiven und der Suche nach authentischen Erlebnissen

Abstract

Touristische Trendforschung durch Trendscreening: Von Innovationen zu Trends

Abstract

Leipzig - Hipper als Berlin?

Eine Repertory-Grid-Studie zur Charakterisierung der „hippen Stadt“ aus Sicht von Studierenden

Abstract

Destinationsmanagement 3.0 – Auf dem Weg zu einem neuen Aufgabenverständnis

Abstract

Volunteer Tourism – Gut(es tun) für den Lebenslauf?

Zur Inwertsetzung von Volunteer Tourism

Abstract

Tourismus und Integriertes Wasserressourcenmanagement am Zayandeh Rud

– viel versprechende Potenziale trotz schwieriger Ausgangsbedingungen

Abstract

Nutzen von Gütesiegeln für touristische Anbieter von Wellnessleistungen

Abstract

Kooperative Kernkompetenzen als zukunftsfähiger Ansatz für den Gesundheitstourismus in Sachsen-Anhalt

Abstract

Empfehlungen für den Umgang mit freiwillig und ehrenamtlich Engagierten in Tourismusorganisationen

Ergebnisse einer interdisziplinären Studie

Abstract

Konferenzberichte

Buchbesprechungen

Neuerscheinungen im deutschsprachigen Raum

Dank an die externen Gutachtenden