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An overview of mindfulness theories applied to tourism: systematic review update and bibliometric analysis

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  • Vivien Iacob

    (University of Algarve
    Research Centre for Tourism, Sustainability and Well-Being (CinTurs))

  • Saúl Neves Jesus

    (University of Algarve
    Research Centre for Tourism, Sustainability and Well-Being (CinTurs))

  • Cláudia Carmo

    (University of Algarve
    Research Centre for Psychology (CIP))

Abstract

This paper presents a systematic review update regarding mindfulness theories applied to tourism, complemented with a bibliometric analysis. Scientific studies listed in the WOS, SCOPUS, PubMed and PsycInfo databases were analysed using PRISMA guidelines. Twenty-five studies were selected for review from 670 records identified. In recent years, mindfulness has proved to be a promising area of research in tourism, and the number of published studies is increasing. The findings reveal a positive association between mindfulness and tourism experiences, suggesting that tourists who adopt states of mindfulness during their travels benefit from increased pro-environmental behaviours, satisfaction levels, and memorable experiences, leading to destination loyalty. This study provides an in-depth overview of the literature, and helps redress the lack of bibliometric studies in this field. It also identifies common areas of current research interest, offers insights into commonly studied themes, and seeks to raise awareness about the relevance of the concept of mindfulness in tourist experiences and well-being by suggesting implications for research and tourism management.

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  • Vivien Iacob & Saúl Neves Jesus & Cláudia Carmo, 2024. "An overview of mindfulness theories applied to tourism: systematic review update and bibliometric analysis," Quality & Quantity: International Journal of Methodology, Springer, vol. 58(3), pages 2213-2235, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:qualqt:v:58:y:2024:i:3:d:10.1007_s11135-023-01736-2
    DOI: 10.1007/s11135-023-01736-2
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