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REGIONAL DESTINATION MARKETING: A COLLABORATIVE APPROACH
Authors:Sandra Naipaul  Youcheng Wang  Fevzi Okumus
Institution:1. Rosen College of Hospitality Management at the University of Central Florida , 9907 Universal Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32819, USA E-mail: snaipaul@mail.ucf.edu snaipaul@mail.ucf.edu;3. Rosen College of Hospitality Management at the University of Central Florida E-mail: Raywang@mail.ucf.edu;4. Rosen College of Hospitality Management at the University of Central Florida E-mail: fokumus@mail.ucf.edu
Abstract:This article explores how small neighboring destinations with limited tourism products and resources can collaborate in marketing their destinations. Based on a critical literature review, a conceptual framework was developed and empirical data was collected via document analysis, a focus group interview as well as in‐depth semi‐structured interviews with senior executives of three convention and visitors bureaus (CVBs) in Ohio. The research findings suggest that forming partnerships among neighboring destinations is beneficial for all participating CVBs in terms of enhancing product portfolio, cost reduction, and efficiency. However, there can be major challenges in developing and sustaining such long‐term partnerships which include differing priorities, different marketing directions, and limited resources. The research findings further suggest that achieving results from such a partnership may take a considerable amount of effort and time. The research findings imply that executives of CVBs need to be informed and educated not only about advantages of forming such partnerships and how they can form such partnerships but also how they can overcome potential challenges together in this endeavor. The research results also suggest that informal working relationships and trust among executives of neighboring CVBs are crucial in forming and maintaining such a partnership. Discussions and implications based on the study results are also provided.
Keywords:Agritourism  collaboration  CVBs  destination marketing organizations  case study  qualitative research
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