Abstract
This paper presents a review of the methods of the science of networks with an application to the field of tourism studies. The basic definitions and computational techniques are described and a case study (Elba, Italy) used to illustrate the effect of network typology on information diffusion. A static structural characterization of the network formed by destination stakeholders is derived from stakeholder interviews and website link analysis. This is followed by a dynamic analysis of the information diffusion process within the case destination demonstrating that stakeholder cohesion and adaptive capacity have a positive effect on information diffusion. The outcomes and the implications of this analysis for improving destination management are discussed.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 802-827 |
| Number of pages | 26 |
| Journal | Annals of Tourism Research |
| Volume | 37 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 1 Jul 2010 |
| Externally published | Yes |
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Keywords
- Cohesion
- Complex systems
- Destination management
- Network science
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Development
- Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality Management
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Network science. A review focused on tourism. / Baggio, Rodolfo; Scott, Noel; Cooper, Chris.
In: Annals of Tourism Research, Vol. 37, No. 3, 01.07.2010, p. 802-827.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
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