Advances in Tourism Studies
Vol. 2 No. 1 (2024): Advances in Tourism Studies

Determinants of Visit Decisions in Cultural Tourism: A Quantitative Approach

Islamey, Disa (Unknown)
Eddyono, Fauziah (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
13 Jul 2025

Abstract

Understanding the factors that influence visitor decisions is crucial for enhancing the competitiveness of cultural heritage tourism. This study examines the effects of attraction attributes, amenities, accessibility, and motivation on visitors’ decisions to visit heritage destinations. Employing a quantitative approach, data were collected through a structured questionnaire from 163 respondents using simple random sampling. Multiple linear regression analysis was conducted using SPSS to test the relationships among the variables, complemented by perception mapping to identify priority areas for improvement. The results reveal that attraction attributes, amenities, and accessibility have significant positive effects on visit decisions, while motivation does not show a statistically significant impact. Additionally, the perception map indicates that several key indicators require management attention, particularly in enhancing accessibility and certain service facilities. The findings suggest that destination managers should focus on improving infrastructure and maintaining core attractions to sustain visitor interest. This study contributes to the understanding of visitor behavior in heritage tourism and offers practical implications for destination development and strategic planning.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ATS

Publisher

Subject

Social Sciences

Description

Advances in Tourism Studies (ATS) is a peer-reviewed journal published in English by the Centre for Tourism Studies, Sekolah Tinggi Pariwisata Mataram (E-ISSN: 2987-9450). Since its launch in March 2023, ATS has consistently published high-quality research in tourism. The journal aims to advance ...