Светлана Степченкова
Biographic Data
| ID | 3459263 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Светлана Степченкова |
| GIVEN NAMES | Светлана |
| FAMILY NAME | Степченкова |
| SIGNATURE | СТЕПЧЕНКОВА С |
| AFFILIATIONS | University of Florida |
| ORCID | 0000-0003-1328-0825 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 27 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 289 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 27 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2006 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2025 |
| H-INDEX | 11 |
Facilitating topic modeling in tourism research
Authentication response to a tourist attraction video
Using physiological and self-reported measures, the study examined the role that the emotions and authenticity orientation of tourists play in the authentication of tourist attractions promoted by marketing materials. Seventy-two respondents whose attitudes toward authenticity were classified as realists, constructivists, and postmodernists watched a video about staged attraction Hobbiton Movie Set, in Rotorua, New Zealand. Heartbeat data was con…
The role of cultural and personal values in authentication of tourist attractions
This study investigates the role of personal and cultural values in the authentication of tourist attractions. An attitudinal value that an individual ascribes to attractions being genuine (indexically authentic) versus being staged (iconically authentic) is operationalized as primarily realist, constructivist, and postmodernist. Two dimensions of the Inglehart‐Welzel Cultural Map represent cultural values: secular‐traditional and self‐expression…
Comparative analysis and applicability of Gene, CETSCALE, and TE ethnocentrism scales in tourism context
This study compares three instruments to measure ethnocentrism – the Generalized Ethnocentrism (GENE) scale, the Consumer Ethnocentrism scale (CET: 10-item CETSCALE), and the Tourism Ethnocentrism (TE) scale – for their applicability in the tourism context. It examines dimensionality, reliability, and validity of the scales, as well as their explanatory power in intent to travel domestically and internationally. The study uses PCA, CFA, and linea…
The Effect of Media on Tourists’ Perceptions of a Country-Target of Animosity in the China–US Context
This study examines the impact of media on animosity and the effect that animosity has on destination image and visitation intent. The context is the China–US relations where the US is a country-destination which is the target of animosity in China, as the bilateral relations have been suffering from long-lasting and more current conflicts. We found that media coverage of the newly emerged points of contention related to COVID-19 mainly affects s…
Authenticity orientation as an attitude
Will the present younger adults become future orbital space tourists
Technological advancements significantly reduce the cost of space travel, thereby making many other activities in space technologically feasible and financially affordable for a larger number of people. This paper considers tourist travel to outer space, that is, beyond the 100-km Karman line altitude accepted by the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale as the border between the Earth atmosphere and outer space. Because of the scarcity of liter…
Altruistic values and environmental knowledge as triggers of pro-environmental behavior among tourists
This study used the value-attitude-behaviour model to test the hypothesized impacts of altruistic values and attitudes on environmentally responsible behaviour and destination loyalty. The study uses tourists’ environmental knowledge as a moderator in the proposed relationship. The participants were South Korean tourists visiting Jeju Island, a premier eco-destination that is experiencing a large influx of tourists. The results indicate the impor…
Automated topic modeling of tourist reviews
Special interest tourism is not so special after all
Using social media to discover unwanted behaviours displayed by visitors to nature parks
Managers of protected areas that are popular among tourists need to combine conservation goals with assurances of visitor safety while providing high-quality service. The compromise amongst these goals is reflected in the protected area regulations; however, monitoring of compliance with these regulations is costly and laborious. Social media present a new opportunity to observe visitor behaviour patterns in an unobtrusive and inexpensive manner.…
Comparative clustering of destination attractions for different origin markets with network and spatial analyses of online reviews
Online public response to a service failure incident
Sochi 2014 Olympics on Twitter
Effect of tourist photographs on attitudes towards destination
Using the lens of Flickr to decode emic meanings about the impact of Hurricane Sandy on a tourism destination
While many individuals share information on social media sites, a paucity of research examines the use of photo sharing social media sites during a crisis. Recently, user-generated content on the internet has been a forum for a variety of audiences to post and share their experiences during a crisis. Flickr offers one way to communicate emic meanings about crises. This study compares images of Hurricane Sandy posted by professionals and layperson…
Public microblogging on climate change
People as sensors
Destination image
Visual destination images of Peru
Tourism in Brazil
Climate change discourse in mass media
Ecotourism experiences reported online
Benchmarking CVB website performance
Internet addiction
Visual destination images of Peru
Effect of tourist photographs on attitudes towards destination
Public microblogging on climate change
People as sensors
Comparative clustering of destination attractions for different origin markets with network and spatial analyses of online reviews
Ecotourism experiences reported online
Russia's destination image among American pleasure travelers
Automated topic modeling of tourist reviews
The destination image of Russia
Sochi 2014 Olympics on Twitter
Destination image
Facilitating topic modeling in tourism research
Online public response to a service failure incident
Special interest tourism is not so special after all
Authenticity orientation as an attitude
The Effect of Media on Tourists’ Perceptions of a Country-Target of Animosity in the China–US Context
This study examines the impact of media on animosity and the effect that animosity has on destination image and visitation intent. The context is the China–US relations where the US is a country-destination which is the target of animosity in China, as the bilateral relations have been suffering from long-lasting and more current conflicts. We found that media coverage of the newly emerged points of contention related to COVID-19 mainly affects s…
Will the present younger adults become future orbital space tourists
Technological advancements significantly reduce the cost of space travel, thereby making many other activities in space technologically feasible and financially affordable for a larger number of people. This paper considers tourist travel to outer space, that is, beyond the 100-km Karman line altitude accepted by the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale as the border between the Earth atmosphere and outer space. Because of the scarcity of liter…
Climate change discourse in mass media
Benchmarking CVB website performance
Using the lens of Flickr to decode emic meanings about the impact of Hurricane Sandy on a tourism destination
While many individuals share information on social media sites, a paucity of research examines the use of photo sharing social media sites during a crisis. Recently, user-generated content on the internet has been a forum for a variety of audiences to post and share their experiences during a crisis. Flickr offers one way to communicate emic meanings about crises. This study compares images of Hurricane Sandy posted by professionals and layperson…
The destination image of Russia
Internet addiction
Russia's destination image among American pleasure travelers
Benchmarking CVB website performance
Climate change discourse in mass media
Ecotourism experiences reported online
Visual destination images of Peru
Tourism in Brazil
Public microblogging on climate change
People as sensors
Destination image
Effect of tourist photographs on attitudes towards destination
Using the lens of Flickr to decode emic meanings about the impact of Hurricane Sandy on a tourism destination
While many individuals share information on social media sites, a paucity of research examines the use of photo sharing social media sites during a crisis. Recently, user-generated content on the internet has been a forum for a variety of audiences to post and share their experiences during a crisis. Flickr offers one way to communicate emic meanings about crises. This study compares images of Hurricane Sandy posted by professionals and layperson…
Sochi 2014 Olympics on Twitter
Comparative clustering of destination attractions for different origin markets with network and spatial analyses of online reviews
Online public response to a service failure incident
Altruistic values and environmental knowledge as triggers of pro-environmental behavior among tourists
This study used the value-attitude-behaviour model to test the hypothesized impacts of altruistic values and attitudes on environmentally responsible behaviour and destination loyalty. The study uses tourists’ environmental knowledge as a moderator in the proposed relationship. The participants were South Korean tourists visiting Jeju Island, a premier eco-destination that is experiencing a large influx of tourists. The results indicate the impor…
Automated topic modeling of tourist reviews
Special interest tourism is not so special after all
Using social media to discover unwanted behaviours displayed by visitors to nature parks
Managers of protected areas that are popular among tourists need to combine conservation goals with assurances of visitor safety while providing high-quality service. The compromise amongst these goals is reflected in the protected area regulations; however, monitoring of compliance with these regulations is costly and laborious. Social media present a new opportunity to observe visitor behaviour patterns in an unobtrusive and inexpensive manner.…
Authenticity orientation as an attitude
Will the present younger adults become future orbital space tourists
Technological advancements significantly reduce the cost of space travel, thereby making many other activities in space technologically feasible and financially affordable for a larger number of people. This paper considers tourist travel to outer space, that is, beyond the 100-km Karman line altitude accepted by the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale as the border between the Earth atmosphere and outer space. Because of the scarcity of liter…
The Effect of Media on Tourists’ Perceptions of a Country-Target of Animosity in the China–US Context
This study examines the impact of media on animosity and the effect that animosity has on destination image and visitation intent. The context is the China–US relations where the US is a country-destination which is the target of animosity in China, as the bilateral relations have been suffering from long-lasting and more current conflicts. We found that media coverage of the newly emerged points of contention related to COVID-19 mainly affects s…
Comparative analysis and applicability of Gene, CETSCALE, and TE ethnocentrism scales in tourism context
This study compares three instruments to measure ethnocentrism – the Generalized Ethnocentrism (GENE) scale, the Consumer Ethnocentrism scale (CET: 10-item CETSCALE), and the Tourism Ethnocentrism (TE) scale – for their applicability in the tourism context. It examines dimensionality, reliability, and validity of the scales, as well as their explanatory power in intent to travel domestically and internationally. The study uses PCA, CFA, and linea…
The role of cultural and personal values in authentication of tourist attractions
This study investigates the role of personal and cultural values in the authentication of tourist attractions. An attitudinal value that an individual ascribes to attractions being genuine (indexically authentic) versus being staged (iconically authentic) is operationalized as primarily realist, constructivist, and postmodernist. Two dimensions of the Inglehart‐Welzel Cultural Map represent cultural values: secular‐traditional and self‐expression…
Business (21 works) · Tourism (20 works) · Diverse Aspects of Tourism Research (18 works) · Geography (18 works) · Computer Science (16 works) · Digital Marketing and Social Media (15 works) · Marketing (15 works) · Political science (15 works) · Advertising (14 works) · Psychology (11 works)