Virtual reality tourism experiences: Addiction and isolation
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2021
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Elservier
Abstract
This qualitative research note reports two neglected themes in research on virtual reality tourism experiences, i.
e. its potentially addictive nature and temporary sense of isolation. Existing work on virtual reality tourism
experiences has applied existing knowledge and theories and has solely tested how VR applications can positively
mediate or moderate the tourist experience. This study adopted an inductive approach, analyzing contents of
reviews and blogs, and consequently uncovered a temporary sense of isolation and the addictive nature of virtual
reality as hidden themes within virtual reality tourism experiences. We stress the importance of further work on
addiction and a sense of isolation in terms of their nature, role, and effects.
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Tourism Management 87 (2021)
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Virtual reality,Tourist experience,Isolation,Addiction,Negative experiences