The Effects of Travelling on the Wellbeing of Saudi Millennials
Date
2023-10-20
Authors
Journal Title
Journal ISSN
Volume Title
Publisher
Saudi Digital Library
Abstract
In recent decades, the concept of tourism and wellbeing has gained considerable attention. This research assesses the effects of travel on the wellbeing of Saudi Millennials and their perceptions regarding the importance of tourism in aspects of their wellbeing. It also explores the characteristics and motivations of this specific group towards travel. Using quantitative approaches, a survey was distributed to 535 participants, including both genders. The findings reveal that the majority of Saudi Millennials strongly believe that tourism positively affects their happiness and overall wellbeing. The results further indicate that the act of travelling itself is the biggest motivation for this generation, and it is mostly driven by push motives. Notably, the findings also demonstrate that the quality of social relationships significantly influences the overall wellbeing of Saudi Millennial tourists.
Description
The importance of this research focus lies in its relevance in today's climate, where travel has become a necessity for leisure, education, business, and religious purposes. Tourism has the potential to influence psychological health, making it an important area of study. The Saudi 2030 Vision is a comprehensive document that primarily aims to create a vibrant society where citizens can thrive. Today, 55% of the Saudi population is youth; understanding their distinct characteristics, preferences, and behaviours can help provide recommendations and strategies related to the tourism sector and health promotion in the kingdom. This study has the potential to contribute not only to the understanding of the advantages and encounters in the field of tourism but also to offer valuable insights for tourism and recreation enterprises on effectively managing their customers' experiences.
Keywords
Travelling, Tourism, Wellbeing, Psychology, Happiness, Saudi Arabia, Characteristics, Effects of Travelling, Motivation, Saudi Millennials, Saudi Tourists, Subjective and Objective Wellbeing, Psychological Wellbeing, Business Management, Hedonic and Eudaimonic Enjoyment, Tourism Management, Frequency, Potential Travel, Dann’s Theory of Push and Pull Factors, Travel Activities