... in destination management when performed as a strategy for regional development. Design/methodology/approach Based on theories within epistemology and tourism, an interview structure was developed and used in 10 in-depth interviews, with a qualitative approach through open-ended questions...

... development. These findings should justify a more resolute public policy of events and music festivals in Catalonia. Festivals Culture Music Regional development Spain Catalonia is the main regional tourism destination in Spain, with 15.24 millions of tourist arrivals in 2007 (the 26 percent...

... and control versus fragility and change. 7. Formality versus informality. Tourism Organizations Regional development Beer Germany Locations need to develop strategies for local development to remain attractive to companies and residents. “Location” is defined here as a geographic area...

... for regional economic development. Thus, this paper is a conceptual contribution based on a theoretical work and a literature review. © Emerald Group Publishing Limited 2006 Education tourism Natural landscapes Earth science Tourist demand Marketing strategy Regional development Discussion...

...Jon Teigland Regional development was the main goal when Norway applied for the Winter Olympics in the 1980'ies. The intention was to use the Games as a strong impulse to a stagnating region, starting a dynamic development process and creating an international tourism destination in the southeast...