Annals of Leisure Research

Tully, Paul A. G.; Carr, Neil

doi: 10.1080/11745398.2020.1737549pmid: N/A

This paper explores the way donkeys are presented in the tourism industry and, thus, introduces the donkey into the tourism research agenda. Donkeys make a global contribution to tourism and, in particular, have a historical connection with seaside destinations. This article draws on a study of donkeys at the UK seaside in Blackpool. It shows that the donkeys’ physical and symbolic presentation is crucial for maintaining tourism traditions. However, the analysis also makes visible the ingrained speciest attitudes of human dominance over animals operating in the tourism industry. The article outlines the need to tackle speciesism in the industry and concludes with key research recommendations for tourism policy advancements.

Nugraha, Albert Kriestian Novi Adhi; Hamin, Hamin; Elliott, Greg

doi: 10.1080/11745398.2020.1744175pmid: N/A

Scholars have extensively studied the role of risk reduction strategies in the process of consumer decision-making, although these studies have not yet specifically articulated a comparative typology of risk reduction strategies, particularly with respect to tourism studies. This study contributes to this knowledge gap in tourism studies by simultaneously examining the role of risk relief and risk mitigation strategies in a destination decision model. The results indicate that the risk relief strategy significantly increases individuals’ willingness to take risks to visit a country of destination for leisure tourism. By contrast, risk mitigation significantly decreases individuals’ willingness to take risks. This study contributes to the literature by providing theoretical and empirical support for the use of risk relief and risk mitigation strategies as separate constructs.

Megheirkouni, Majd

doi: 10.1080/11745398.2020.1769488pmid: N/A

Drawing upon leadership behaviour differentials, psychological contract, and level of satisfaction, the experiential practices of non-profit sports leadership illustrate how the application of particular leadership behaviours can lead to positive or negative outcomes. The paper investigates the direct and indirect effects of psychological contract on job satisfaction. A quantitative methods approach was used to gather the data. One thousand and twenty-two surveys were completed from non-profit sports organizations. Servant leadership fully mediated the relationship between psychological contract and job satisfaction, while leader-member exchange (LMX) partially mediated this relationship. In addition, psychological contract was positively related to job satisfaction in the non-profit sports sector. No research has addressed the direct and indirect relationships between psychological contract and job satisfactions, using leadership behaviours as mediators in the non-profit sports sector. Practical implications of the findings are discussed, together with limitations and ideas for future research.

Stanway, Alicia R.; Powell, R.; Fradd, L.; Sibson, R.

doi: 10.1080/11745398.2020.1787183pmid: N/A

Aquatic and leisure centres (ALCs) are important community spaces that contribute to the health and well-being of users, and to the economy, yet the actual value of the facilities and services provided is difficult to measure. In order to quantify the value of ALCs, the authors developed a well-being (reduced risk of chronic disease, mental illness and drowning, and improved productivity), social (educational uplift and volunteer hours supported) and economic (Gross Value Add and employment) value model. Using a sample of Western Australian ALCs, the well-being and social value component of the model indicates that, on average, an ALC provides $1.79m in overall well-being and social value; while from an economic perspective, generates $1.03m in direct GVA and 34 direct jobs. As key players in planning for healthier and happier communities, the current model empowers ALC practitioners to articulate the holistic value of an individual ALC.

Barrera-Fernández, Daniel; Hernández-Escampa, Marco

doi: 10.1080/11745398.2020.1800497pmid: N/A

Walkability plays a key role in visitors’ satisfaction and experience of events hosted in historic centres. In addition, the lack of physical accessibility is one of the main environmental barriers to the participation of persons with reduced mobility in artistic and cultural events. The objective of the research is to analyse the existing walkability and accessibility measures in the Guelaguetza Festival (Oaxaca, Mexico). Mixed methods, especially qualitative, but also quantitative ones, were applied: direct observation of visitors moving along the streets of central Oaxaca, architectural analysis of the main venue, application of a questionnaire, interactions with attendees and officials, and analysis of public policy documents. The results showed relevant differences according to the visitor’s background and severe restrictions for persons with reduced mobility. However, they allowed suggesting some urban improvements to enhance attendees’ satisfaction with the festival.

Io, Man-U.; Chong, Daniel

doi: 10.1080/11745398.2020.1804416pmid: N/A

This study attempts to empirically investigate Macao residents’ perception and enjoyment of Cantonese opera as their traditional performing arts. By examining the relationship between the experiential attributes and intrinsic artistic components of Cantonese opera, this study finds that the experiential attributes and intrinsic craftsmanship were significantly correlated with and influential on residents’ enjoyment of their performing arts heritage. While the constructs of ‘identity connection’ and ‘leisure experiential benefits’ are found to significantly predict the intrinsic craftsmanship and residents’ enjoyment of Cantonese opera, the intrinsic craftsmanship is the strongest latent variable to predict residents’ enjoyment. Moreover, the statistical results reveal that Macao residents’ consumption experience of Cantonese opera varies with their socio-demographic characteristics, particularly residents’ birthplace and age. This study empirically supports that the experiential attributes associated with tangible cultural heritage can apply to intangible cultural heritage and influence its attractiveness. Some practical and theoretical implications are suggested.

Mowatt, Rasul

doi: 10.1080/11745398.2020.1768876pmid: N/A

Within leisure studies, to properly explore and understand ‘Whiteness’ as a cultural process that impacts lived realities it is important to create distance from the oft-used term, White privilege, and begin to grapple with the magnitude of White Supremacy as the fundamental basis for the creation ‘Whiteness’. This critical commentary as a revision to (Mowatt’s [2009]. “Notes From a Leisure son: Expanding an Understanding of Whiteness in Leisure.” Journal of Leisure Research 41 (4): 509–526) ‘Notes of a Leisure Son’ in the Journal of Leisure Research, seeks to hone and advance ‘Whiteness’ studies within leisure studies, and to identify ways that an emancipated field of leisure studies could engage in critical theory and action. It is thought that such a coupling could off-set the impact that ‘Whiteness’ (as an outgrowth of White Supremacy rather than White privilege) has had on the lived realities of populations of colour and racially classified Whites who seek to abandon ‘Whiteness’ as an identity of dominance.

Stanford, Davina

doi: 10.1080/11745398.2020.1737550pmid: N/A

Mukherjee, Utsa

doi: 10.1080/11745398.2020.1783332pmid: N/A