Summary
Culinary tourism significantly enhances the competitiveness and attractiveness of tourist destinations, with Córdoba (Spain) demonstrating its potential through high tourist satisfaction, extended stays, and a well-educated visitor base. The study analyzed both supply and demand in culinary tourism, revealing that food experiences play a pivotal role in shaping travel motivations and destination loyalty. This research underscores gastronomy's importance as a promotional tool for UNESCO World Heritage Sites, offering insights into how cultural heritage can be leveraged to boost tourism engagement.
Citation
López-Guzmán Guzmán, T. J., & Sánchez Cañizares, S. M. (2012). La gastronomía como motivación para viajar. Un estudio sobre el turismo culinario en Córdoba. PASOS Revista de Turismo Y Patrimonio Cultural, 10(5), 575–584. https://doi.org/10.25145/j.pasos.2012.10.072