Nostalgia of memorable experiences and the review of Tourism places

Abstract

Tourism may relive experiences and moments from the past. This study identifies dimensions of memorable tourism experiences which can lead to nostalgia related to tourism locations that may influence in revisit intention. Fifteen in-depth interviews were conducted and analyzed based on phenomenological method. The main findings show that memorable experiences which create nostalgic feelings do not seem to be necessarily related to locations or touristic destinations, but to sensations and emotions lived there, or moments experienced with family, with closer friends or in romantic relationships.