Emoji Use in Research about Tourism and Recreational Activities Preferences for Children with Disabilities

Georgia Yfantidou (), Dimitrios Balidis, Charikleia Patsi, Panagiota Balaska, Eleni Spyridopoulou and Despoina Antoniadou
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Georgia Yfantidou: Democritus University of Thrace
Dimitrios Balidis: Hellenic Open University
Charikleia Patsi: Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
Panagiota Balaska: Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
Eleni Spyridopoulou: Democritus University of Thrace

A chapter in Transcending Borders in Tourism Through Innovation and Cultural Heritage, 2022, pp 859-876 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract Tourism for people with disabilities offers entertainment, improves both mental and physical health, as well as socialization and contributes significantly to improving their quality of life. The purpose of this study was to reveal, with the use of emoji, the preferences of children with disabilities regarding their participation in recreational activities during the holidays. For this purpose, an electronic questionnaire was developed, which included questions with emoji. The research sample consisted of 72 children with motor and intellectual disabilities and sensory disorders. The results of the research showed that the majority stated that they like to socialize with other children and that they would like to participate in various games and activities during their vacation. Finding new friends and avoiding the feeling of loneliness was the most important reason for their participation in recreational activities during their holidays. Their participation contributed significantly to the cultivation and maintenance of their autonomy, the prevention of depression and the development of sociability. The results of the present research can significantly contribute to the design of services provided in the field of tourism.

Keywords: Emoji; Information and communication technologies; Disability; Tourism; Recreational activities (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: L83 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2022
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DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-92491-1_51

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