THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN TOURISM AND COMMODIFICATION: A CONCEPTUAL APPROACH
Abstract
The main objective of this research was to examine
the relationship between tourism and commodification, and propose a conceptual
model to understand the leading patterns that cause commodification. Phenomena
on globalization, cultural homogeneity, and heterogeneity were mentioned in the
study first. Second, a comparative perspective was developed and positive and
negative affects of commodification on culture were discussed. Lack of a clear
consensus in the literature, especially on the concept of heterogeneity, made
this study essential to explain these concepts. It was concluded that both
cultural homogeneity and heterogeneity create commodification and this cycle
helps cultural values to revive, diversify, renew, and remain; on the contrary,
causes the loss of authenticity, deterioration, or degeneration on the other.
Keywords
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Details
Primary Language
Turkish
Subjects
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Journal Section
Research Article
Authors
Burçin Kırlar Can
Türkiye
Mehmet Ertaş
Türkiye
Hülya Yeşilyurt
Türkiye
Ebru Günlü Küçükaltan
Türkiye
Publication Date
December 15, 2017
Submission Date
May 23, 2017
Acceptance Date
December 8, 2017
Published in Issue
Year 2017 Volume: 18 Number: 2
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