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Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in tourism are increasingly communicating their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives via their websites to build a positive image and promote customer relationships. This study examined such CSR engagement and communications by tourism SMEs in Nepal based on qualitative analysis of website content and in-depth interviews. Google search engine was used to select SMEs, and textual data were extracted from their websites. Following data saturation, a review of twenty-five websites was initially compared, and the obtained information was subsequently evaluated with information provided through individual interviews. Overall, CSR activities were largely practiced at a philanthropic level, and to some extent, at an ethical level. SMEs were primarily focused on activities related to social and environmental issues within the communities in which they operate. The results of this exploratory study provide an initial assessment of CSR among tourism SMEs in Nepal and could assist tourism associations/organizations with initiatives.
Rojan Baniya; Brijesh Thapa. CSR Communication among Tourism SMEs through Their Websites. Tourism and Hospitality 2021, 2, 319 -326.
AMA StyleRojan Baniya, Brijesh Thapa. CSR Communication among Tourism SMEs through Their Websites. Tourism and Hospitality. 2021; 2 (3):319-326.
Chicago/Turabian StyleRojan Baniya; Brijesh Thapa. 2021. "CSR Communication among Tourism SMEs through Their Websites." Tourism and Hospitality 2, no. 3: 319-326.
Gaurishankar Conservation Area (GCA) is a recently established natural-based protected area in Nepal, which has witnessed an increase in international visitors. To optimize visitor experience, it is essential to examine motivations to visit along with visitors’ characteristics and behavioral dispositions. The purpose of this study was to examine international tourists via a motive-based segmentation approach for GCA. In addition, the study also intended to identify visitor segments’ profile characteristics such as socio-demographic, travel behaviors, satisfaction, loyalty intention, and their willingness to pay for higher entrance fees. Data (N=121) were collected among international tourists visiting GCA either as a primary destination or as a transit point. Results identified three distinct segments of visitors — ‘local art and culture enthusiast’, ‘escapist’, and ‘nature adventurer.’ Each cluster was different with regards to their socio-demographics, travel behavior, satisfaction, willingness to revisit and recommend, and willingness to pay to support the environment and cultural resources, and local economy. The insights gained from motive-based segmentation can be beneficial to GCA to develop specific products and promotions and incorporate visitor monitoring & management programs.
Rojan Baniya; Brijesh Thapa; Ramesh Paudyal; Suman Shree Neupane. Motive-based segmentation of international tourists at Gaurishankar Conservation Area, Nepal. Journal of Mountain Science 2021, 18, 205 -218.
AMA StyleRojan Baniya, Brijesh Thapa, Ramesh Paudyal, Suman Shree Neupane. Motive-based segmentation of international tourists at Gaurishankar Conservation Area, Nepal. Journal of Mountain Science. 2021; 18 (1):205-218.
Chicago/Turabian StyleRojan Baniya; Brijesh Thapa; Ramesh Paudyal; Suman Shree Neupane. 2021. "Motive-based segmentation of international tourists at Gaurishankar Conservation Area, Nepal." Journal of Mountain Science 18, no. 1: 205-218.
Rojan Baniya; Humeyra Dogru-Dastan; Brijesh Thapa. Visitors' experience at Angkor Wat, Cambodia: evidence from sentiment and topic analysis. Journal of Heritage Tourism 2020, 1 -14.
AMA StyleRojan Baniya, Humeyra Dogru-Dastan, Brijesh Thapa. Visitors' experience at Angkor Wat, Cambodia: evidence from sentiment and topic analysis. Journal of Heritage Tourism. 2020; ():1-14.
Chicago/Turabian StyleRojan Baniya; Humeyra Dogru-Dastan; Brijesh Thapa. 2020. "Visitors' experience at Angkor Wat, Cambodia: evidence from sentiment and topic analysis." Journal of Heritage Tourism , no. : 1-14.
Leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) is an important means of enhancing well-being. Although previous research has typically documented the cross-sectional associations between LTPA and well-being, the longitudinal bidirectional association remains relatively unexplored. Using a latent growth curve model, this study examined the longitudinal association between the intensity of LTPA, psychological well-being, and social well-being. The results revealed that the longitudinal associations differed, depending on the intensity of the LTPA and the type of well-being. Specifically, the longitudinal associations of moderate LTPA with psychological and social well-being were bidirectional. However, psychological and social well-being at baseline directly influenced the growth of vigorous LTPA, but not conversely (i.e. vigorous LTPA at baseline → change in psychological and social well-being), indicating no bidirectional association. These findings could contribute to a better understanding of ways in which different intensities of LTPA are associated with distinct types of well-being over a long time.
Changwook Kim; Jinwon Kim; Brijesh Thapa. Bidirectional association between leisure time physical activity and well-being: Longitudinal evidence. Journal of Leisure Research 2020, 51, 559 -580.
AMA StyleChangwook Kim, Jinwon Kim, Brijesh Thapa. Bidirectional association between leisure time physical activity and well-being: Longitudinal evidence. Journal of Leisure Research. 2020; 51 (5):559-580.
Chicago/Turabian StyleChangwook Kim; Jinwon Kim; Brijesh Thapa. 2020. "Bidirectional association between leisure time physical activity and well-being: Longitudinal evidence." Journal of Leisure Research 51, no. 5: 559-580.
Protected areas are of national importance and have developed into sources of benefits while in other situations have sparked conflicts among stakeholders, including residents from adjacent local communities, and park authorities. In this study, we examined community residents’ attitudes towards the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park (KTP) in the Kalahari region (SW Botswana). This study assessed factors that influence support for, or opposition to, the KTP. A questionnaire with semi-structured questions was used to gather information from head of households (N = 746) in nine villages in the Kalahari region. Overall, positive attitudes and support for the KTP as a transfrontier park were documented, though tangible benefits were limited. Further based on analyses, literacy, proximity, and employment status were key variables that influenced support. In addition, any increase in residents’ perceived benefits, land ownership, conservation awareness, and local benefits resulted in increased support for KTP. The implications indicated that communities near the KTP (Botswana side) need to be consulted, while further communications between the KTP management and authorities and adjacent villages are required to initiate effective community conservation programs. Additional programs and community outreach initiatives would also enable positive attitudes and support of KTP.
Naomi Moswete; Brijesh Thapa; William K. Darley. Local Communities’ Attitudes and Support Towards the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park in Southwest Botswana. Sustainability 2020, 12, 1524 .
AMA StyleNaomi Moswete, Brijesh Thapa, William K. Darley. Local Communities’ Attitudes and Support Towards the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park in Southwest Botswana. Sustainability. 2020; 12 (4):1524.
Chicago/Turabian StyleNaomi Moswete; Brijesh Thapa; William K. Darley. 2020. "Local Communities’ Attitudes and Support Towards the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park in Southwest Botswana." Sustainability 12, no. 4: 1524.
Travel and tour operators (TTOs) have become increasingly and positively engaged in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) due to increased consumer awareness and responsible business practices. However, CSR engagement has not fully permeated the travel and tourism industry in Nepal as it is still considered ambiguous. There is a need to identify baseline knowledge, and to institute programs and policies for CSR engagement. This study formulated a conceptual model to empirically test the relationship between perceptions of CSR (comparative, benefits and favorability) and its association with the importance, participation and future engagement intentions among TTOs in Nepal. Data were collected via a questionnaire among TTO (n = 138) that were registered with the National Association of Tour and Travel Agents. Based on the results, CSR was deemed to be important due to customers’ favorability toward organizations that implemented related activities. This relationship influenced CSR participation and subsequently led to future intentions to engage. Overall, it was apparent that the TTOs which were essentially small and medium enterprises were focused on CSR implementation largely due to customers’ pressure and/or demand. This study provides knowledge to devise appropriate strategies to drive CSR implementation in the tourism industry via TTO in Nepal.
Rojan Baniya; Brijesh Thapa; Min-Seong Kim. Corporate Social Responsibility Among Travel and Tour Operators in Nepal. Sustainability 2019, 11, 2771 .
AMA StyleRojan Baniya, Brijesh Thapa, Min-Seong Kim. Corporate Social Responsibility Among Travel and Tour Operators in Nepal. Sustainability. 2019; 11 (10):2771.
Chicago/Turabian StyleRojan Baniya; Brijesh Thapa; Min-Seong Kim. 2019. "Corporate Social Responsibility Among Travel and Tour Operators in Nepal." Sustainability 11, no. 10: 2771.
There is a genuine need to examine stakeholders’ perception of biodiversity conservation and tourism development due to overlapping roles and conflicting priorities among key governmental agencies in Saudi Arabia. The need to understand the role of each stakeholder group will assist to support policy formulation and implementation, along with effective practices. Within this context, the purpose of this study was to examine stakeholder perspectives towards National Parks and Protected Areas in Saudi Arabia. Qualitative data were collected through semi-structured interviews from 11 stakeholders’ representative of public, private, and non-governmental organizations from the tourism and conservation community. Findings revealed four main themes—tourism development, management issues, development challenges, and policy concerns. In addition, multiple sub-themes within each were further categorized. Overall, findings highlight the need to form a foundation for sustainable tourism development that aims to conserve biodiversity and provide opportunities for local communities to ensure economic growth. Implications for development in National Parks and Protected Areas in Saudi Arabia are also noted.
Abdulelah Al-Tokhais; Brijesh Thapa. Stakeholder Perspectives Towards National Parks and Protected Areas in Saudi Arabia. Sustainability 2019, 11, 2323 .
AMA StyleAbdulelah Al-Tokhais, Brijesh Thapa. Stakeholder Perspectives Towards National Parks and Protected Areas in Saudi Arabia. Sustainability. 2019; 11 (8):2323.
Chicago/Turabian StyleAbdulelah Al-Tokhais; Brijesh Thapa. 2019. "Stakeholder Perspectives Towards National Parks and Protected Areas in Saudi Arabia." Sustainability 11, no. 8: 2323.
Saudi Arabia has five UNESCO World Heritage Sites (WHS) and plans to submit additional sites for inscription in the future. With the current level of tourist visitation to the country and potential new influx, this creates major impacts for sites that lack resources for preservation and management. The purpose of this research note is to examine management issues and challenges of WHS in Saudi Arabia via a review of academic papers, reports from the World Heritage Centre and International Council of Monuments and Sites, and government documents. Findings identify common challenges and concerns that include resource allocation, obstacles to implement management plans, pressure from increased tourism and urban development, and associated environmental impacts. The implications call for sustainable management of the WHS in the country.
Abdulelah Al-Tokhais; Brijesh Thapa. Management issues and challenges of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Saudi Arabia. Journal of Heritage Tourism 2019, 15, 103 -110.
AMA StyleAbdulelah Al-Tokhais, Brijesh Thapa. Management issues and challenges of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Saudi Arabia. Journal of Heritage Tourism. 2019; 15 (1):103-110.
Chicago/Turabian StyleAbdulelah Al-Tokhais; Brijesh Thapa. 2019. "Management issues and challenges of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Saudi Arabia." Journal of Heritage Tourism 15, no. 1: 103-110.
Kafue National Park (KNP) in Zambia has the capacity to substantially increase the volume of visitors. To realize its potential, improvements in infrastructure, availability of information, visitor facilities, and wildlife are direly needed. In this context, this study conducted a visitor demand assessment for KNP to examine the viability of growth based on potential improvements: road networks, visitor facilities and services, and the natural resources and amenities. Data (N=2,395) were collected via visitor intercepts at designated sites within the country. The changes in allocation of visitor days to KNP in response to hypothetical improvements described in three scenarios were assessed. Findings illustrate the greatest demand would occur with increase in the improvement to natural resources and amenities, followed by visitor facilities and services, and roads. Hence, it is imperative to invest resources to protect and enhance its greatest asset—wildlife. Overall, this study provides baseline information to assist management and stakeholders, as well as position KNP in southern Africa. Subscribe to JPRA
Brijesh Thapa; Gregory Parent. Scenario-Based Estimation of Visitor Demand Change for Kafue National Park, Zambia. Journal of Park and Recreation Administration 2019, 1 .
AMA StyleBrijesh Thapa, Gregory Parent. Scenario-Based Estimation of Visitor Demand Change for Kafue National Park, Zambia. Journal of Park and Recreation Administration. 2019; ():1.
Chicago/Turabian StyleBrijesh Thapa; Gregory Parent. 2019. "Scenario-Based Estimation of Visitor Demand Change for Kafue National Park, Zambia." Journal of Park and Recreation Administration , no. : 1.
Tourism is a major industry in Nepal and is viewed as a tool for economic development especially in rural regions that depend on parks and protected areas. The country’s natural and cultural resources are major assets that further develop and promote tourism, but the lack of skilled human resources remains as a major barrier. There is a critical need to prepare individuals to become leaders, decision-makers and entrepreneurs in the private and public sectors. Tourism and hospitality management education is a new field and gaining in importance as various institutions become involved in training and degree programmes. The purpose of the research described in this chapter was to conduct a situational analysis of tourism and hospitality management education in Nepal based on four categories: availability, affordability, accessibility and accountability. Thematic analysis was used to explore the educational content, skills and employment prospects for human resource development. The analysis revealed that formal education, training and capacity-building programmes in Nepal were limited to a small number of higher-education institutions with restricted enrolment quotas, located in only a few cities. Also, programmes were largely offered by private institutions, which limited accessibility and affordability for poor and marginalised individuals, notably in rural areas. A system for national quality assessment, accreditation and standardisation of curricula was absent. In such a context, coordination between the national government, tourism industry and academic institutions for modification of curricula and training could aid in building and strengthening the human resources that will be necessary to meet Nepal’s goals for tourism development.
Brijesh Thapa; Smrittee Kala Panta. Situation Analysis of Tourism and Hospitality Management Education in Nepal. Women in Tourism in Asian Muslim Countries 2018, 49 -62.
AMA StyleBrijesh Thapa, Smrittee Kala Panta. Situation Analysis of Tourism and Hospitality Management Education in Nepal. Women in Tourism in Asian Muslim Countries. 2018; ():49-62.
Chicago/Turabian StyleBrijesh Thapa; Smrittee Kala Panta. 2018. "Situation Analysis of Tourism and Hospitality Management Education in Nepal." Women in Tourism in Asian Muslim Countries , no. : 49-62.
Tourism is a very important industry for the economy of South Africa. With the growth of international and domestic visitors, qualified and skilled human resources are increasingly essential to further support the tourism industry. Human capacity development with respect to vocational and managerial education is central to the tourism industry in South Africa. Academic institutions play a crucial role in developing and delivering training and education via short courses, certificate programs, and academic degrees there. The purpose of this paper is to illustrate a multi-year partnership project between the University of Florida in Gainesville, U.S., and Tshwane University of Technology in Tshwane/Pretoria, South Africa. The objectives of the academic partnership are to strengthen teaching, research, service, and faculty development initiatives in tourism management in South Africa. Based on mutually identified objectives, this paper provides a descriptive narrative associated with its execution. The engaged process, progress, and products, inclusive of challenges, offer an established example with respect to developing and sustaining international academic linkages in tourism education.
Brijesh Thapa. International academic partnership: Case study in South Africa. Journal of Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism Education 2018, 24, 30 -37.
AMA StyleBrijesh Thapa. International academic partnership: Case study in South Africa. Journal of Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism Education. 2018; 24 ():30-37.
Chicago/Turabian StyleBrijesh Thapa. 2018. "International academic partnership: Case study in South Africa." Journal of Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism Education 24, no. : 30-37.
Brijesh Thapa; Gregory Parent. Tourists’ willingness to accept/pay increased entry fees for park improvement projects. Current Issues in Tourism 2018, 23, 265 -269.
AMA StyleBrijesh Thapa, Gregory Parent. Tourists’ willingness to accept/pay increased entry fees for park improvement projects. Current Issues in Tourism. 2018; 23 (3):265-269.
Chicago/Turabian StyleBrijesh Thapa; Gregory Parent. 2018. "Tourists’ willingness to accept/pay increased entry fees for park improvement projects." Current Issues in Tourism 23, no. 3: 265-269.
Information about the factors associated with conservation participation by local communities is important to garner support and involvement within a natural protected area. This research examined how residents’ natural resource dependency and other social, economic, and access-related variables predict conservation participation. Data were collected based on a stratified random sampling of households from Gaurishankar Conservation Area Project (GCAP)—a newly designated mountainous protected area in Nepal. Analysis was conducted via an ordered logistic regression model. Higher levels of participation were observed among households that comprised of a larger family size, belonged to a higher caste/ethnicity, resided in higher elevations, and noted frequent visits and interactions with park management staff. However, natural resources dependency (i.e., income and fuelwood fodder) lacked a statistically significant relationship with conservation participation. Similarly, the economic dimension (i.e., land holdings and total livestock unit) was not a significant predictor of participation. Overall, key findings suggest that conservation participation at GCAP needs to be improved with multiple outreach activities, especially to resource-dependent households. More specifically, it is important to ensure equitable access so that locals can participate in programs that provide alternative resource use options, skills development, and trainings for income generation activities.
Ramesh Paudyal; Brijesh Thapa; Suman Shree Neupane; Birendra Kc. Factors Associated with Conservation Participation by Local Communities in Gaurishankar Conservation Area Project, Nepal. Sustainability 2018, 10, 3488 .
AMA StyleRamesh Paudyal, Brijesh Thapa, Suman Shree Neupane, Birendra Kc. Factors Associated with Conservation Participation by Local Communities in Gaurishankar Conservation Area Project, Nepal. Sustainability. 2018; 10 (10):3488.
Chicago/Turabian StyleRamesh Paudyal; Brijesh Thapa; Suman Shree Neupane; Birendra Kc. 2018. "Factors Associated with Conservation Participation by Local Communities in Gaurishankar Conservation Area Project, Nepal." Sustainability 10, no. 10: 3488.
Jeju Island is a popular destination in South Korea that is dependent on nature-based tourism. The annual increase in the influx of visitors has created major environmental impacts due to overuse and commercial expansion. With projected growth in arrivals and the development of tourism infrastructure, the island will experience perpetual challenges for sustainable management of natural resources. However, the role of visitors will be central via a commitment to practice pro-environmental behaviors to protect the island from further degradation. This study was grounded in the cognition-affection-attitude-behavior model to examine the predictive validity of tourists’ environmental knowledge, environmental affect, and nature affiliation on pro-environmental behavior. The data comprised responses from 304 domestic visitors who had visited Jeju Island. The empirical findings indicate that environmental affect was significantly impacted by two dimensions of environmental knowledge (i.e., subjective and objective). Additionally, nature affiliation was positively impacted by environmental affect, while pro-environmental behavior was significantly influenced by both environmental affect and nature affiliation. Overall, these findings provide theoretical and practical implications for sustainable tourism at a nature-based destination. The findings can be utilized for implementation of intervention programs and visitor management at Jeju Island.
Min-Seong Kim; Jinwon Kim; Brijesh Thapa. Influence of Environmental Knowledge on Affect, Nature Affiliation and Pro-Environmental Behaviors among Tourists. Sustainability 2018, 10, 3109 .
AMA StyleMin-Seong Kim, Jinwon Kim, Brijesh Thapa. Influence of Environmental Knowledge on Affect, Nature Affiliation and Pro-Environmental Behaviors among Tourists. Sustainability. 2018; 10 (9):3109.
Chicago/Turabian StyleMin-Seong Kim; Jinwon Kim; Brijesh Thapa. 2018. "Influence of Environmental Knowledge on Affect, Nature Affiliation and Pro-Environmental Behaviors among Tourists." Sustainability 10, no. 9: 3109.
Kazakhstan has an abundance of natural and cultural resources that offer ample opportunities to further develop, package, and promote tourism, especially niche-based segments such as ecotourism, cultural tourism, and adventure tourism. The government’s goal is to increase the number of international and domestic visitors; however, a major effort will need to be undertaken in developing a qualified, trained, and skilled labor force. Based on the need to develop skill sets, especially in ecotourism, this article documents 4 objectives along with the process and outcomes associated with a curriculum development and capacity building project. This article outlines the execution of the stated objectives based on field visits, collaborative engagement, development of courses, and training programs.
Brijesh Thapa. Ecotourism Education and Development in Kazakhstan. Journal of Hospitality & Tourism Education 2018, 31, 119 -124.
AMA StyleBrijesh Thapa. Ecotourism Education and Development in Kazakhstan. Journal of Hospitality & Tourism Education. 2018; 31 (2):119-124.
Chicago/Turabian StyleBrijesh Thapa. 2018. "Ecotourism Education and Development in Kazakhstan." Journal of Hospitality & Tourism Education 31, no. 2: 119-124.
Visitors’ behavior in national parks can be influenced by seasonal variations in climate and preferred activities. Seasonality can produce different space consumption patterns, and impact visitor experience and natural resource use. The purpose of this study was to explore the seasonal spatial patterns of visitors’ activities using a mobile exercise application within the context of Seoraksan National Park in South Korea. A dataset composed of 5142 starting and ending points of 2639 activities (hiking and walking) created by 1206 mobile exercise application users (January–December 2015) were collected from a leading mobile exercise application operator. GIS-based spatial analytical techniques were used to analyze the spatial patterns of activity points across seasons and days (weekdays/weekends). Results indicated considerable seasonal and daily variations in activity distribution and hot spots (i.e., locations of potential congestion or crowding). The findings enable park managers to mitigate negative impacts to natural resources as well as enhance visitors’ experiences. Also, it allows potential visitors to decide when to visit certain sites via mobile application to ensure optimal conditions. Furthermore, the GPS-based exercise mobile application can be used as a new methodological approach to understand spatio-temporal patterns of visitors’ behavior within national parks and other natural protected areas.
Jinwon Kim; Brijesh Thapa; Seongsoo Jang; Eunjung Yang. Seasonal Spatial Activity Patterns of Visitors with a Mobile Exercise Application at Seoraksan National Park, South Korea. Sustainability 2018, 10, 2263 .
AMA StyleJinwon Kim, Brijesh Thapa, Seongsoo Jang, Eunjung Yang. Seasonal Spatial Activity Patterns of Visitors with a Mobile Exercise Application at Seoraksan National Park, South Korea. Sustainability. 2018; 10 (7):2263.
Chicago/Turabian StyleJinwon Kim; Brijesh Thapa; Seongsoo Jang; Eunjung Yang. 2018. "Seasonal Spatial Activity Patterns of Visitors with a Mobile Exercise Application at Seoraksan National Park, South Korea." Sustainability 10, no. 7: 2263.
Quantifying the dynamics of regional tourism in a low-carbon economy context is a pivotal issue to develop energy policies, and to decompose the national carbon abatement. Based on a case study approach for the Yangtze River Delta (YRD), China, the relationship between tourism, carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, and economic growth were examined. The bottom-up approach, decoupling analysis, and Logarithmic Mean Divisia Index (LMDI) decomposition were integrated and applied. The results from 2001 to 2015 indicated that tourism-induced energy consumption and CO2 emissions in YRD increased from 896.90 × 108 MJ to 3207.40 × 108 MJ, and 673.55 × 104 t to 2152.27 × 104 t, respectively. Tourism-related transport from Shanghai was the major contributor towards emissions. The decoupling relation between CO2 emissions and economic growth, in general, were desirable in YRD’s tourism, except in 2004. However, the situation in Shanghai was complicated. Additionally, industry size and expenditure size effect were principal factors to promote carbon emissions growth, whereas energy intensity, spatial structure, and sectorial structure had negative effects. Key issues for policymakers have been highlighted and discussed.
Lingling Chen; Brijesh Thapa; Wei Yan. The Relationship between Tourism, Carbon Dioxide Emissions, and Economic Growth in the Yangtze River Delta, China. Sustainability 2018, 10, 2118 .
AMA StyleLingling Chen, Brijesh Thapa, Wei Yan. The Relationship between Tourism, Carbon Dioxide Emissions, and Economic Growth in the Yangtze River Delta, China. Sustainability. 2018; 10 (7):2118.
Chicago/Turabian StyleLingling Chen; Brijesh Thapa; Wei Yan. 2018. "The Relationship between Tourism, Carbon Dioxide Emissions, and Economic Growth in the Yangtze River Delta, China." Sustainability 10, no. 7: 2118.
India has seen remarkable growth in nature-based tourism. However, the current approach has had limited benefits to conservation, protected areas and local communities. With a surge in ecotourism initiatives, there has been a concurrent increase in associated conceptual and applied research. Based on the existing studies, quantitative and qualitative thematic analyses were conducted along with reviews of ecotourism research in India to: (1) classify broad themes under which various studies have been conducted; (2) categorize prominent reasons to adopt ecotourism; (3) evaluate whether principles of ecotourism have been incorporated in research; and (4) identify gaps in research. In general, research has exposed the negative impacts of mass tourism around protected areas, evaluated success stories and highlighted ecotourism potential. We found conservation of biodiversity and local socio-economic development to be the primary motivations for ecotourism. In addition, existing research is not comprehensive, nor does it equally address all the principles of ecotourism. We address these research gaps and provide recommendations that could help improve the existing discourse and encourage policy interventions. This can ensure socio-economic development of local communities through benefits sharing, without compromising conservation realities.
Mahi Puri; Krithi K. Karanth; Brijesh Thapa. Trends and pathways for ecotourism research in India. Journal of Ecotourism 2018, 18, 122 -141.
AMA StyleMahi Puri, Krithi K. Karanth, Brijesh Thapa. Trends and pathways for ecotourism research in India. Journal of Ecotourism. 2018; 18 (2):122-141.
Chicago/Turabian StyleMahi Puri; Krithi K. Karanth; Brijesh Thapa. 2018. "Trends and pathways for ecotourism research in India." Journal of Ecotourism 18, no. 2: 122-141.
Tourism and hospitality management education is relatively new in Nepal, with only four major public universities offering a bachelor’s degree programme. The curriculum is generally focused on managerial training and has a business orientation. In addition, the curriculum development process in Nepal follows a standard content-based method whereby individual faculty members are assigned to develop courses based on their expertise. This process does not permit input and/or engagement from industry stakeholders, which, given the applied nature of the tourism and hospitality discipline, is a major limitation. Recently, there have been growing interactions, especially by private institutions, to develop linkages with industry with respect to internships and job placement; however, an active role in curriculum input and development is non-existent in the country. This article presents a case study of industry involvement in tourism and hospitality management curriculum development in Nepal. The author outlines the background of the partnership, the process and the final curriculum product. This project is the first case of industry involvement in curriculum development in Nepal and has significance for other such partnerships in the country.
Brijesh Thapa. Industry involvement in curriculum development. Industry and Higher Education 2018, 32, 200 -206.
AMA StyleBrijesh Thapa. Industry involvement in curriculum development. Industry and Higher Education. 2018; 32 (3):200-206.
Chicago/Turabian StyleBrijesh Thapa. 2018. "Industry involvement in curriculum development." Industry and Higher Education 32, no. 3: 200-206.
Purpose To foster environmental and sustainable practices, foodservice enterprises should exhibit a high degree of corporate social responsibility (CSR), ecological consciousness and innovation in green initiatives. This study examines the influences of CSR practices (i.e. economic, legal, ethical and philanthropic), environmental marketing activities (i.e. strategic and tactical) and innovation (i.e.technological and organizational) as drivers of market and eco-performance in the foodservice industry. Design/methodology/approach Based on an established framework of CSR, environmental marketing and innovation, an exploratory conceptual model was formulated and empirically assessed. Survey data were collected from representatives of the Korean foodservice franchise industry. Data analysis consisted of frequency analysis, reliability analysis, confirmatory factor analysis, correlation analysis and path analysis. Findings Market performance was influenced by tactical environmental marketing, as well as technological and organizational innovation. Eco-performance was affected by tactical environmental marketing and technological innovation. However, technological innovation and organizational innovation were influenced by tactical environmental marketing, but were not significantly affected by strategic environmental marketing. Additionally, strategic environmental marketing was influenced by economic, legal, ethical and philanthropic CSR. Last, tactical environmental marketing was affected by economic, ethical and philanthropic CSR. Practical implications CSR, environmental marketing activities and innovation provide numerous benefits to businesses. Such benefits include enhanced market and eco-performance, both of which create competitive advantages. Originality/value There is a paucity of research on the effects of environmental marketing and innovation on corporate performance in the foodservice industry. The findings provide greater insights into the impacts of CSR, environmental marketing and innovation on corporations’ desired outcomes.
Min-Seong Kim; Brijesh Thapa; Stephen Holland. Drivers of perceived market and eco-performance in the foodservice industry. International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management 2018, 30, 720 -739.
AMA StyleMin-Seong Kim, Brijesh Thapa, Stephen Holland. Drivers of perceived market and eco-performance in the foodservice industry. International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management. 2018; 30 (2):720-739.
Chicago/Turabian StyleMin-Seong Kim; Brijesh Thapa; Stephen Holland. 2018. "Drivers of perceived market and eco-performance in the foodservice industry." International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management 30, no. 2: 720-739.