Overtourism in Istanbul: An interpretative study of non-governmental organizational views
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Tarih
2021
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Yayıncı
ROUTLEDGE JOURNALS, TAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD
Erişim Hakkı
info:eu-repo/semantics/closedAccess
Özet
Although increases in tourist arrivals and crowding are the most clearly perceived indicators of overtourism, it is necessary to identify the different political, legal, economic, and cultural phenomena that determine the perception of overtourism in cities. This study aims to identify critical steps for similar destinations to solve the problem of overtourism by exemplifying which critical factors are associated with the perception of overtourism in Istanbul. A case study design was chosen within the scope of the qualitative method. Data were obtained via semi-structured interviews and subjected to content analysis. Interviews were conducted with representatives of NGOs operating in Istanbul. The findings revealed three main themes regarding the perception of overtourism: indicators of the current situation, indicators of overtourism, and indicators of reaction. While the tourist profile and regional agglomeration stand out as the problems of current tourism, public space, housing, and gentrification, policies without governance are emphasized as overtourism problems. Development in urbanization, urban culture, and urban consciousness are key reactions recommended. Unlike many other destinations, it has been determined that the phenomenon of overtourism in Istanbul is perceived and questioned not by the number of tourists but by the criticism of the policies implemented.
Açıklama
Anahtar Kelimeler
Overtourism, Non-Governmental Organizations, Tourism Policies in Cities, Accommodation, Turkey, Image
Kaynak
Journal of Tourism and Cultural Change
WoS Q Değeri
Q4
Scopus Q Değeri
Q1
Cilt
20
Sayı
5
Künye
Genç, K., & Türkay, O. (2022). Overtourism in Istanbul: an interpretative study of non-governmental organizational views. Journal of Tourism and Cultural Change, 20(5), 652-677.
