作者: Lorraine Nadia Nicholas , Brijesh Thapa , Yong Jae Ko
DOI: 10.1016/J.ANNALS.2009.03.005
关键词: Structural equation modeling 、 Stakeholder theory 、 Cultural heritage management 、 Heritage tourism 、 Socioeconomics 、 Local community 、 Sustainability 、 Cultural heritage 、 Sustainable tourism 、 Geography 、 Environmental resource management
摘要: Abstract This study examined the factors that influence local community residents’ support for Pitons Management Area (PMA) as a World Heritage Site and their Sustainable Tourism Development. Community Attachment, Environmental Attitudes Involvement in PMA were hypothesized independent variables. Results of structural equation modeling analysis using 319 resident samples suggested Attachment positively influences behaviors, indirectly behaviors through Perceptions about PMA. Level was not found to have any significant relationships. The notable lack involvement residents presented critical implications sustainability site.