Authenticity: Tourism | SpringerLink The authenticity of the subject is well discussed both in the literature of psychology on “the authenticity of self” and the literature of tourism studies on “existential authenticity ”
Authenticity: the state-of-the-art in tourism geographies Next, we investigate these themes to consider avenues that tourism geographies can advance the conceptualisation of authenticity, particularly through a focus on the production of space, co-creation practices, anti-tourism movements, and inclusivity
AUTHENTICITY IN TOURISM In order to examine how the concept “authenticity” is perceived from the tourists throughout the tourism experiences phases, this chapter provides an outline of the so far research around the topic and discusses the most significant aspects by scholars related to authenticity and tourism experiences
Authentic or comfortable? What tourists want in the destination We employ Maslow's hierarchy of needs to articulate that pursuing authenticity represents a high-order need, and most tourists seek a balance between pursuing authenticity and lower-order needs, especially comfort
Authenticity in Tourism Experiences: Determinants and Dimensions In this context, this chapter addresses the concept of authenticity in the tourism and hospitality industry It presents several practical examples that deliver authentic tourism experiences while considering different dimensions of authenticity in the literature