MIX : Jurnal Ilmiah Manajemen
Vol 14, No 1 (2024): MIX: Jurnal Ilmiah Manajemen

Factors Influencing Intention and Decision to Visit Gadang Clock Tower Tourist Object in Bukittinggi, West Sumatra

Marlina, Winny Alna (Unknown)
Surbakti, Eliza Ellen (Unknown)
Agus, Alfian (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
29 Feb 2024

Abstract

Objectives:  The objective of this study is to contribute to the existing body of literature regarding the decision-making process of visiting the Gadang Clock Tower tourist attraction. This will be achieved by examining aspects like travel motivation, electronic word-of-mouth (EWOM), eco-destination image, and intention to visit. There exists a dearth of scholarly research on Gadang clocks, particularly about their significance within eco-destinations. Consequently, there is a pressing need for further investigation in this area.Methodology: The data utilized in this study was obtained via a survey of tourists who were visiting the Clock Tower in Bukittinggi. The SEM is utilized in the assessment of validity, reliability, cross-loading, and t-statistics.Finding: The study found that the influence of electronic word-of-mouth and eco-destination images on tourists' intentions and visiting decisions at the Gadang Clock Tower was positive and significant. Therefore, it can be inferred that these elements play a crucial role in enhancing visitors' intentions and decisions.Conclusion: If the Clock Tower possesses a favorable eco-destination image, it is likely to attract a higher influx of tourists. Electronic word-of-mouth (e-WOM) has a substantial impact in influencing individuals' levels to encounter the clock tower. The number of visitors expressing an intention to revisit the Gadang Clock is expected to increase if they have a remarkable and memorable experience on their initial visit. Furthermore, the act of visiting the Clock Tower exerted a substantial impact on their subsequent inclination to revisit it.

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Jurnal_Mix

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Decision Sciences, Operations Research & Management Economics, Econometrics & Finance Social Sciences

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MIX: Jurnal Ilmiah Manajemen is a journal that publishes the results of empirical research that has strong novelty with reference to the latest journals and contributes greatly to scientific development in the fields of Management: Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, and ...