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Abstract(s)
Although there are several studies examining the benefits of the Erasmus student mobility
programme on student’s professional career and academic development, there is scarce literature
focusing on how they are similar to tourists and can promote tourism in the country where they did
Erasmus. This study interviewed 16 students from 10 different nationalities that have done Erasmus
in Portugal, in order to examine their travelling behaviours and how they may contribute in
promoting Portugal. The findings reveal that Erasmus students are similar to tourists, contributing to
Portugal’s Tourism not only by their travelling behaviour, but also by the visitors they receive and
because of the posts of Portugal on social media. Furthermore, after their Erasmus experience, they
become advocates, recommending Portugal to family and friends.
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Keywords
Academic Tourism Destination promotion Erasmus students Tourism development Recommendation
Citation
Amaro, S., C. Barroco, C. Martins and J. Antunes (2019) Erasmus students in Portugal: from students to tourists and advocates. European Journal of Tourism Research 22, pp. 94-106
Publisher
Varna University of Management