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931 unresolved questions extracted from the limitations and future-work sections of 8,415 Diverse Aspects of Tourism Research papers in our library. Each links back to the study that raised it.

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  • The complex terrain and frequent meteorological disturbances in Dayi County. The need to integrate multiple evaluation indicators and dimensions. The challenge of determining accurate weights for the indicators using the Analytic Hierarchy Process.

    A Decadal Risk Assessment of Tourism Meteorological Disasters in Major Scenic Areas of Dayi County, Sichuan Province, China · 2026 · DOI

  • The gap in resilience between the tourism industry and the macroeconomy as a whole. The lack of a comprehensive risk assessment framework for meteorological disasters in tourism destinations. The need for a scientific basis for implementing differentiated disaster prevention, mitigation, and localized emergency management strategies.

    A Decadal Risk Assessment of Tourism Meteorological Disasters in Major Scenic Areas of Dayi County, Sichuan Province, China · 2026 · DOI

  • The study identifies a gap in understanding the factors driving world heritage conservation behavior among young tourists in developing countries. Prior studies have mixed findings on the conservation behavior of younger generations.

    YOUNG TOURISTS’ CONSERVATION BEHAVIOR IN WORLD HERITAGE SITES: IMPLICATIONS FOR SUSTAINABLE HERITAGE TOURISM IN NORTHERN VIETNAM · 2026 · DOI

  • The study notes that the tourism sector in Azerbaijan has not fully regained its pre-pandemic performance levels. A substantial growth rate in inbound tourism has yet to be observed. The research aims to address the gap in the development of sustainable tourism in Azerbaijan.

    ASSESSMENT OF THE POTENTIAL OF ECO-CULTURAL HERITAGE IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF SUSTAINABLE TOURISM IN AZERBAIJAN (ON THE EXAMPLE OF SHUSHA CITY, TUGH, TAGHLAR AND AZYKH VILLAGES) · 2026 · DOI

  • Cognitive impairment, prominent negative symptoms, social anxiety and mobility or transport barriers may limit participation - The need for programmes to offer shorter visits, smaller groups, additional staff or peer support, and accessible itineraries to accommodate individuals with these challenges - The need for staff training in working with people with severe mental illness

    Cultural heritage tourism as an adjunct in schizophrenia · 2026 · DOI

  • Future trials could distinguish nature-focused, heritage-focused and mixed itineraries, rather than aggregating all activities under a single, undifferentiated label.

    Cultural heritage tourism as an adjunct in schizophrenia · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a lack of understanding of the fundamental links between tourism and the rural environment. The impact of tourism on water-related services in rural areas is not well studied. The paper aims to fill this gap by examining the connections between tourism and water in a rural Mediterranean mountain setting.

    Tourism, Water, and Rural Crisis in a Mediterranean Mountain Socio-Ecosystem · 2026 · DOI

  • Clinical Trial Registration Clinical trial number: not applicable. This study did not involve any clinical interventions or trials.

    Typology of Ecotourism in Japan: An Analysis of Certified Regions Under the Ecotourism Promotion Act · 2026 · DOI

  • further research could explore the effectiveness of context-specific planning, - additional studies could investigate the relationships between ecotourism and regional decline, - research could examine the impact of ecotourism on local communities and environments

    Typology of Ecotourism in Japan: An Analysis of Certified Regions Under the Ecotourism Promotion Act · 2026 · DOI

  • The study identifies the challenge of understanding the complex relationships between sociodemographic factors and community well-being in sustainable tourism destinations. It highlights the need to address the demographic heterogeneity in community well-being outcomes. The research also notes the challenge of balancing the benefits and costs of tourism development in cultural heritage sites.

    How Sociodemographic Factors Shape Community Well-Being in Sustainable Tourism Destinations · 2026 · DOI

  • The study identifies a gap in understanding how sociodemographic factors influence community well-being in sustainable tourism destinations. Prior research has not fully explored the relationship between demographic characteristics and residents' perceptions of tourism development. The study aims to address this gap by examining the demographic factors that shape residents' perceptions of tourism development.

    How Sociodemographic Factors Shape Community Well-Being in Sustainable Tourism Destinations · 2026 · DOI

  • Policy inconsistencies across member states limit the translation of regional integration into local tourism development. Limited tourism-specific support constrains the development of tourism in the region. Weak integration between regional governance structures and local tourism stakeholders is a challenge that needs to be addressed.

    REGIONAL INTEGRATION AND TOURISM DEVELOPMENT: INSIGHTS FROM THE KAZA TRANSFRONTIER CONSERVATION AREA · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need to examine the impact of TFCAs on tourism development. Prior research has focused on the ecological outcomes of TFCAs, but there is a lack of understanding of their impact on tourism development. The study highlights the importance of understanding the governance and stakeholder processes that shape tourism development in the region.

    REGIONAL INTEGRATION AND TOURISM DEVELOPMENT: INSIGHTS FROM THE KAZA TRANSFRONTIER CONSERVATION AREA · 2026 · DOI

  • The complexity of the tourism sector and its implications for rural economies, environmental protection, and post-pandemic recovery strategies. The need to balance economic growth, environmental protection, and community well-being. The challenge of promoting sustainable tourism models that integrate digitization, circular economy principles, and authentic rural experiences.

    Sustainable Development Through Agritourism and Rural Tourism: Research Trends and Future Perspectives in the Pandemic and Post-Pandemic Period · 2025 · DOI

  • Future research directions are proposed for policymakers, rural entrepreneurs, and tourism promotion organizations, - Research on post-pandemic transformations and sustainability is needed

    Sustainable Development Through Agritourism and Rural Tourism: Research Trends and Future Perspectives in the Pandemic and Post-Pandemic Period · 2025 · DOI

  • Further exploration of the spatial concentration of online attention to high-quality scenic spots in Yunnan Province - Studying online shopping behavior and its impact on purchase behavior

    The influencing mechanism of scenic spot online attention and tourists’ purchase behavior: an AISAS model based investigation · 2024 · DOI

  • The paper identifies the challenge of meeting present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs. It notes the negative environmental impacts of tourism, including the depletion of local natural resources, pollution, and waste problems. The study also acknowledges the challenge of balancing tourism growth with environmental sustainability.

    Tourism in the Era of Social Responsibility and Sustainability: Understanding International Tourists’ Destination Choices · 2024 · DOI

  • There is a gap in the literature regarding how state social responsibility and sustainability can be integrated into tourism policies. The existing research does not provide a comprehensive analysis of the factors influencing tourists' destination choices. The paper identifies a need for a study that explores the dual role of tourism in economic growth and environmental sustainability.

    Tourism in the Era of Social Responsibility and Sustainability: Understanding International Tourists’ Destination Choices · 2024 · DOI

  • Further research is needed to fully understand the potential of eco-cultural heritage in the development of sustainable tourism in Azerbaijan, - The applicability of modern methodological frameworks at the local level in promoting cultural and eco-cultural tourism needs to be explored

    ASSESSMENT OF THE POTENTIAL OF ECO-CULTURAL HERITAGE IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF SUSTAINABLE TOURISM IN AZERBAIJAN (ON THE EXAMPLE OF SHUSHA CITY, TUGH, TAGHLAR AND AZYKH VILLAGES) · 2026 · DOI

  • The Pareto principle suggests that 20% of customers account for 80% of total sales; however, whether this distributional rule applies to tourist expenditure remains uncertain.

    An Examination of the Expenditure of the Top 20% of High-Spending Tourists: The Pareto Principle Revisited · 2026 · DOI

  • However, the role of immersive technology (IMT) in enhancing CBT experiences remains underexplored, particularly how tourists evaluate technology-driven recommendations and respond behaviorally.

    Tourists’ Responses to Immersive Technology in Community-Based Tourism: A Stimulus–Organism–Response Model · 2026 · DOI

  • Despite growing participation in tourism, women's experiences in Global South contexts remain underexplored.

    Constructing selfness and otherness through the local gaze: gendered tourism experiences of Sri Lankan women · 2026 · DOI

  • The research problem addressed is how these capabilities interact under resource constraints and institutional voids in emerging economies, where pathways to competitiveness remain unclear.

    Sustainability and competitiveness in tourism through capabilities and innovation pathways in an emerging economy · 2026 · DOI

  • While structural conditions impacting immigrant entrepreneurs' ‘break out’ are well-documented in tourism research, the underlying psychological processes remain underexplored.

    Sour grapes or strategic choice? Socially disadvantaged tourism entrepreneurs' pursuit of ‘break out’ · 2026 · DOI

  • Rural tourism remains underexplored compared to urban and luxury destinations, yet it offers significant potential for sustainable development.

    Influencer Marketing in Rural Tourism: Enhancing Destination Image and Encouraging Homestay Choices · 2026 · DOI

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