ATTRACTING TOURISTS TO CANAKKALE: THE POTENTIAL EFFECTS AND EXPECTATIONS OF THE YEAR OF TROY
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The purpose of this study is to determine the potential effects and expectations of ‘The Year of Troy’ on attracting tourists and sustainable growth of Canakkale. In accordance with these purposes, promotional activities and events carried out within the scope of ‘The Year of Troy’ were evaluated. In addition, interviews were held with stakeholders and national-international tourists participating in the events. Interviews were conducted face-to-face by applying a semi-structured in-depth method. As a result, it can be said that the interest of Canakkale in the national and international area has increased remarkably in the first half of the year with the declaration of 2018 as the Year of Troy. Local stakeholders are very hopeful about the positive impact of ‘The Year of Troy’ on Canakkale’s tourism and are continuing to work in this direction. It is also seen that the local stakeholders continue to be supported by the national government. It can be said that this support is an important determinant in the unification of local stakeholders and the revival of local tourism. It is necessary for national and local unity to be maintained and long-term growth plans to be carried out for the sustainability of this revival.
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Ayrıntılar
Birincil Dil
İngilizce
Konular
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Bölüm
Araştırma Makalesi
Yayımlanma Tarihi
30 Eylül 2018
Gönderilme Tarihi
10 Temmuz 2018
Kabul Tarihi
29 Eylül 2018
Yayımlandığı Sayı
Yıl 2018 Cilt: 16 Sayı: 1