The underdog effect: Towards a conceptual framework for enhancing voluntourism

Kabil, Moaaz; Priatmoko, Setiawan; Farkas, Tibor; Karpati, Jozsef; Dávid, Lóránt Dénes

doi:10.1016/j.jort.2023.100609

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“…In tourism studies, for example, researchers have utilized the BMC to analyze and understand the dynamics of tourism destinations, hospitality businesses, and tourist ex-periences. For example, scholars such as Grande and Camprubi (2024) [37], Kabil et al (2023) [38], Zoumpoulidis et al (2021) [39], and Strulak-Wójcikiewicz et al (2020) [40] have employed the BMC to map out key elements such as customer segments, value propositions, and revenue streams. Through their research, they identified opportunities for innovation, optimization, and sustainable growth within various sectors of the tourism industry.…”

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“…Through their research, they identified opportunities for innovation, optimization, and sustainable growth within various sectors of the tourism industry. Additionally, the BMC has been instrumental in guiding strategic decision-making and policy formulation by providing a structured framework for evaluating the viability and potential of tourism initiatives and interventions [38].…”

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Charting the Sustainable Course: Navigating the Saudi Arabia Medical and Wellness Tourism Roadmap with Business Model Canvas (BMC)

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2024

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Medical and wellness tourism has emerged as a pivotal sector with significant economic implications globally, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. This study delves into the landscape of Saudi Arabia’s medical and wellness tourism, recognizing its importance as a key player in the tourism industry. The study aims to elevate this sector to new heights on the global stage by employing the Business Model Canvas (BMC) as a strategic tool. BMC allows for a comprehensive analysis of the medical tourism industry in Saudi Arabia, breaking down key elements across its nine blocks: key partners, key activities, key resources, value propositions, customer segments, channels, customer relationships, cost structure, and revenue streams. The results of this study shed light on the unique selling proposition (USP) as a crucial strategic step for Saudi Arabia to distinguish itself and enhance its position in the international medical tourism arena. By identifying and maximizing the unique aspects within each BMC block, the study presents a roadmap for Saudi Arabia, navigating the challenges and capitalizing on the potential of the medical and wellness tourism sector. This research serves as a guide, emphasizing the strategic importance of a well-defined business model to shape the future of medical and wellness tourism in Saudi Arabia and establish a prominent global presence.

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Charting the Sustainable Course: Navigating the Saudi Arabia Medical and Wellness Tourism Roadmap with Business Model Canvas (BMC)

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Kabil

2024

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Sustainability outcomes of volunteer tourism in rural communities: empowerment and the role of volunteer tourism organizations

Tran,

Tran

2024

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PurposeResearch on the sustainability outcomes of volunteer tourism (VT) in rural communities is rare. Drawing on the perspectives and theoretical concepts related to multiple forms of capital, empowerment, and sustainability, this paper presents the sustainability outcomes of VT and the role of empowerment and volunteer tourism organizations (VTOs) in attaining greater sustainability.Design/methodology/approachA total of 37 semi-structured interviews and 4 documents were conducted with stakeholders on the perceived socio-cultural impacts of VT on two farm communities in Vietnam. A qualitative thematic coding analysis was used to identify themes that explain the sustainability outcomes of VT.FindingsThe results of this study were divided into the nine themes of relationships, community resource development, job opportunities, educational effects, cultural exchanges, health, awareness of environmental conservation, physical changes, and promoting local products and tourism.Practical implicationsVTOs should involve the local community in the decision-making process for volunteer activities. It is essential to share their voices and concerns about how the VT is set up to ensure that they meet the community’s expectations. Moreover, the government can act as a bridge between VTOs and host communities, providing training and support services to locals after volunteers leave.Originality/valueThis research creates a model for connecting the sustainability outcomes of VT, empowerment, and the role of VTOs.

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Volunteer tourism in farm communities: interrelationships between capital, empowerment and sustainability

Nien Tran,

Thuong Ho Tran

2024

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Purpose Only a small number of studies have analysed the sustainability of the socio-cultural impacts of volunteer tourism (VT). Existing research tends to focus on volunteers, the host communities and organisations, while the interconnectedness between theories (of capitals) and concepts (i.e. empowerment and sustainability) have received minimal attention. Sustainability is considered both an effect of empowerment and a means for achieving it. Drawing on the perspectives and theoretical concepts related to multiple forms of capital, this paper aims to take an interpretive stance to examine socio-cultural impacts. Design/methodology/approach This research draws on 37 semi-structured interviews conducted with stakeholders on the perceived socio-cultural impacts of VT on two farm communities in Vietnam. A qualitative thematic coding analysis was used to identify themes that explain the perceptions of the stakeholders within the host communities. Findings The findings of this study were divided into the nine themes of educational effects, job opportunities, cultural exchanges, relationships, health, awareness of environmental conservation, physical changes, promoting local products and tourism and community resource development. The research provides additional insights into the interconnectedness between different types of capital, empowerment and sustainability of socio-cultural impacts. Practical implications VT organisations should provide more opportunities for local residents to become involved in decision-making regarding volunteer activities and to share their voices and concerns about how the VT programmes are set up. The government could provide support services or training and skills to locals after the volunteers leave, which would be significant in developing and maintaining the sustainability of impacts on host communities. Originality/value This research creates a model for connecting capital to sustainability and empowerment to study the socio-cultural impacts of VT.

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The underdog effect: Towards a conceptual framework for enhancing voluntourism

Cited by 5 publications

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Charting the Sustainable Course: Navigating the Saudi Arabia Medical and Wellness Tourism Roadmap with Business Model Canvas (BMC)

Charting the Sustainable Course: Navigating the Saudi Arabia Medical and Wellness Tourism Roadmap with Business Model Canvas (BMC)

Sustainability outcomes of volunteer tourism in rural communities: empowerment and the role of volunteer tourism organizations

Volunteer tourism in farm communities: interrelationships between capital, empowerment and sustainability

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