Examining Iranian tourists’ memorable experiences on destination satisfaction and behavioral intentions

Ali Gohary, Lida Pourazizi, Fatemehalsadat (Fatima) Madani and Eugene Y. Chan

Current Issues in Tourism, 2020, vol. 23, issue 2, 131-136

Abstract: This study evaluates the impact of Memorable Tourism Experiences (MTEs) on destination satisfaction, revisit intentions, and tourists’ positive word-of-mouth in the Iranian eco-tourism context. The sample consists of 389 Iranian tourists who travelled to two eco-tourism destinations: Deylaman and Rig-e-Jen. We analysed our data using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLS–SEM). Nearly all MTE dimensions influenced destination satisfaction. Destination satisfaction mediated the relationship between MTEs, positive word-of-mouth, and revisit intentions. However, we could not find support for local culture in both mediation and direct impact. Our research is the first to apply MTE to eco-tourism in Iran.

Date: 2020
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DOI: 10.1080/13683500.2018.1560397

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