We evaluate methods to calculate the economic value of protected areas derived from the
improved mental health of visitors. A conservative global estimate using quality-adjusted life …

Over the past three decades, a growing body of environmental psychology research has
demonstrated that interacting with natural environments–and especially greenspace–can …

ABSTRACT Integrating Cognitive Appraisal Theory with the transmission model of
inspiration, this paper investigates the tourist inspiration-eliciting process in the context of …

Many protected areas worldwide are mandated to provide visitor enjoyment and sustainable
heritage conservation but face growing challenges and competition. To satisfy modern …

Nature-based experiences can contribute to individuals' connection to nature and intentions
toward sustainable environmental behaviours. Conservation psychology can use tourism as …

Purpose Through an interdisciplinary lens of positive psychology, this paper aims to explore
positive experiences for human transformation, recognising their potential for a positive …

Danube Delta is the second largest European delta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a
famous paradise for nature lovers and bird watchers, which attracts increasing numbers of …

Reducing tourism-related damage to the destination environment and enhancing tourists'
pro-environmental behavior are important for tourist destinations. As an important factor in …

Spatial planning and environmental management are expected to adopt participatory
processes. However, the needed spatial data on social values of ecosystem services are …

Awe is a positive emotion of particular relevance for tourism, although thorough studies of its
behavioural outcomes are rare. This research investigated the experience of awe accessed …