This lead article introduces the double special issue dedicated to methodological and
theoretical advancements in social impacts of tourism research. We begin by providing an …

This study investigates how destination social responsibility (DSR) improves resident quality
of life (QOL) through the lenses of signaling theory and emotional solidarity theory. The …

Over the last decade, social media (SM) has dramatically influenced the tourism sector, and
information exchange via SM platforms may affect tourists' intentions to revisit a tourist …

Places hosting religious sacred events provide opportunities for visitors to find spiritual
growth and also afford glimpses into the local culture, community, and hosting religious …

The religious prosociality hypothesis explains why visitors with religious beliefs tend to be
more prosocial. Interestingly, in the context of religious tourism, non-believers who travel to …

The mark of most evolving fields growing out of parent disciplines is a continued
advancement in theoretical application. Though Deery et al. highlight some of the stages …

Purpose Residents' supportive attitudes are essential for the successful development of
ecotourism. Although existing literature has heavily relied on social exchange theory to …

As the field of social impacts of tourism research evolves, there is a growing need for
methodological advancements to better comprehend and address the complex and diverse …

Tourism is one of the most effective solutions for overcoming poverty in rural areas. Jordan
has many renowned tourist attractions situated in urban and rural areas. Tourism plays an …

Purpose This study aims to understand the bi-directional relationship between residents'
perceived community-oriented factors and residents' emotional solidarity with tourists. It …