Research Article

Tourism is Under Pressure: Effects of Media Perception and Natural Disasters on Palandöken Ski Resort

Volume: 30 Number: 54 December 31, 2025
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Tourism is Under Pressure: Effects of Media Perception and Natural Disasters on Palandöken Ski Resort

Abstract

The paper explores the interconnectedness of geography, tourism, and technology through the lens of Palandöken Ski Center during the winter of 2023. Key findings highlight the center's reliance on geographical conditions like snow depth and slope quality, with recent climate shifts reducing snow reliability. Technological interventions, including artificial snow systems, have partially mitigated these challenges by ensuring earlier starts to ski seasons despite adverse weather conditions. Additionally, the study examines the impact of the February 2023 Kahramanmaraş-centered earthquakes on tourism. Although Palandöken was not physically affected, negative media portrayals caused a significant drop in visitor numbers, highlighting the vulnerability of tourism to external crises. The study employed a mixed-method approach, using climate data, tourist statistics, and interviews to analyze these impacts. The findings emphasize the importance of integrating disaster risk reduction and resilience strategies into tourism planning. While investments in technology help manage climate-related issues, the sector's sensitivity to crises underscores the need for comprehensive crisis management systems to sustain tourism in challenging times.

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Ethical Statement

Bu çalışma kapsamında insan veya hayvan katılımcılarla herhangi bir deney gerçekleştirilmemiştir. Yazarlar olarak bu araştırmanın gerçekleştirilmesi ve yayına hazırlanmasında herhangi bir çıkar çatışması bulunmadığını beyan ederiz.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Recreation, Leisure and Tourism Geography

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

December 31, 2025

Submission Date

February 23, 2025

Acceptance Date

December 21, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 30 Number: 54

APA
Korkusuz, T., & Kayserili, A. (2025). Tourism is Under Pressure: Effects of Media Perception and Natural Disasters on Palandöken Ski Resort. Doğu Coğrafya Dergisi, 30(54), 29-33. https://doi.org/10.17295/ataunidcd.1645670

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