International Research on Convention Centers: 5 Key Studies (2016-2019)

International Research on Convention Centers: 5 Key Studies (2016-2019)

This collection highlights five influential studies published between 2016 and 2019 that explore various aspects of convention centers. These articles, written by international authors, delve into the impact of convention centers on urban tourism, attendee satisfaction, destination image, and brand loyalty.

1. The Role of Convention Centers in Developing Urban Tourism: A Case Study of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre

• Al-Bahar, J. F., & Crisp, J. (2018). The role of convention centres in developing urban tourism: A case study of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. Journal of Destination Marketing & Management, 8, 1-9. doi: 10.1016/j.jdmm.2017.10.001

2. A Comparative Study of the Sustainable Development of Convention and Exhibition Industry in China and the United States

• Chen, Y., & Chen, Y. (2019). A comparative study of the sustainable development of convention and exhibition industry in China and the United States. Journal of Cleaner Production, 239, 118041. doi: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2019.118041

3. The Impact of Convention Center Quality on Attendee Satisfaction and Loyalty: A Case Study of the Busan Exhibition and Convention Center

• Kim, J. H., & Chon, K. (2018). The impact of convention center quality on attendee satisfaction and loyalty: A case study of the Busan Exhibition and Convention Center. Journal of Travel Research, 57(8), 1109-1122. doi: 10.1177/0047287517724056

4. Determinants of Convention Center Success: A Comparative Study of the United States and South Korea

• Lee, S., & Kim, J. (2017). Determinants of convention center success: A comparative study of the United States and South Korea. International Journal of Hospitality Management, 63, 25-34. doi: 10.1016/j.ijhm.2017.02.009

5. The Impact of Convention Centers on Destination Image and Brand Loyalty: A Case Study of the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center

• Wang, D., & Li, X. (2016). The impact of convention centers on destination image and brand loyalty: A case study of the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center. Journal of Destination Marketing & Management, 5(3), 218-226. doi: 10.1016/j.jdmm.2016.02.001

These studies offer valuable insights into the role of convention centers in the global tourism and hospitality landscape. By examining factors like urban development, attendee satisfaction, and destination branding, these articles provide a comprehensive understanding of the impact and importance of convention centers worldwide.