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Antecedents and outcomes of memorable wildlife tourism experiences

Erose Sthapit Orcid Logo, Brian Garrod Orcid Logo, Dafnis N. Coudounaris, Peter Björk, Emrullah Erul, Hanqun Song

Journal of Ecotourism, Pages: 1 - 24

Swansea University Author: Brian Garrod Orcid Logo

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Using a theoretical foundation based on memory-dominant logic, this study aims to develop and test an integrative model of memorable wildlife tourism experiences (MWTEs). The study first considers the role of escapism, experiencescapes, experience co-creation and education as antecedents of MWTE. It...

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Published in: Journal of Ecotourism
ISSN: 1472-4049 1747-7638
Published: Informa UK Limited 2023
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