Lens and Insight: Exploring Tourism Photography's Economic Impact


Title

Lens and Insight: Exploring Tourism Photography's Economic Impact

Creator

Wang, Kehan Jessica
Zhou, Guanyu Kaia

Faculty

School of Hotel and Tourism Management

Department

School of Hotel and Tourism Management

Description

Kaia and Jessica embarked on a fascinating research journey into the booming tourism photography trend in Mainland China in the summer of 2024. Visiting vibrant tourist cities, they noticed how this phenomenon was shaping local economies and tourism dynamics. Kaia and Jessica were both avid photographers, found this trend intriguing and decided to delve deeper. Guided by their insightful supervisor, Dr. Emily Chen, we explored the emotional and economic impacts of tourism photography. Their research journey was enriched by participating in competitions and conferences, where we gained practical insights and shared our findings. Despite challenges in data analysis, with Dr. Chen's support, the team overcame obstacles and honed their research skills. Looking ahead, they plan to explore the intersection of video games and tourism, continuing our quest for knowledge and innovation.

Learning outcome/goal

Research and Investigation
Adaptability and Flexibility
Communication and Presentation Skills
Networking and Collaboration

Date

2025-04

Programme

BSc (Hons) Tourism and Events Management

Degree Level

Undergraduate

Keywords

Business Strategy; Hotel Operations ; Tourism Marketing and Promotion; Community Engagement; Data Analysis and Research Skills

Subject

Tourism
Travel photography
Travelers -- Psychology

Rights

All rights reserved

Language

English

Type

Feature Story

Access Rights

open access