Papers by Patricia Erfurt
Geoheritage, geoparks and geotourism, 2021
The aim of the final chapter is to draw together some essential viewpoints discussed in earlier p... more The aim of the final chapter is to draw together some essential viewpoints discussed in earlier parts of this book, as well as adding some thoughts about a few topics that warrant their inclusion here.
Geoheritage, geoparks and geotourism, 2021
Geoheritage, geoparks and geotourism, 2021
The use of general descriptive names, registered names, trademarks, service marks, etc. in this p... more The use of general descriptive names, registered names, trademarks, service marks, etc. in this publication does not imply, even in the absence of a specific statement, that such names are exempt from the relevant protective laws and regulations and therefore free for general use.
Geoheritage, geoparks and geotourism, 2021
Hot springs are a remarkable natural resource. For thousands of years they have played a signific... more Hot springs are a remarkable natural resource. For thousands of years they have played a significant role in a wide range of areas related to human society, including culture, history, religion, and most specifically, human health, wellbeing and recreation.
Geoheritage, geoparks and geotourism, 2021
The glossary compiled for this chapter is intended to assist the reader with a collection of defi... more The glossary compiled for this chapter is intended to assist the reader with a collection of definitions and technical terms related to the subject of natural hot springs and their geoheritage. Because some of the terms may not be familiar to every reader, definitions have been selected to present a quick reference as well as to clarify similar sounding terminology. The following list includes terms not only from Earth science disciplines such as geology, volcanology, mineralogy and hydrogeology, but also from other fields of study including environmental science, conservation and sustainability as well as definitions related to hot spring spa medicine. The glossary contains more than 200 terms, which are central to the geoheritage of hot springs and other directly related subject areas. The content was compiled from a variety of relevant literature sources, which are listed at the end of this chapter. For further information, recommended readings together with the literature referenced throughout this book offer a choice of additional sources.
Geoheritage, geoparks and geotourism, 2021
Hot springs are visited by millions of people every year, which makes hot spring tourism a commer... more Hot springs are visited by millions of people every year, which makes hot spring tourism a commercial sector based entirely on a unique natural resource. Visitors of hot springs include people from all walks of life, who appreciate interesting destinations that at the same time are beneficial for their health and provide recreational opportunities. With thousands of hot spring locations to choose from, there is no easy formula to categorise different aspects of hot spring tourism. Some key variables include (1) shifting consumer trends, (2) the geographical location, and (3) the geophysical attractions of natural hot spring sites. To be more specific, the wellness trend that started in the 1990s, has also contributed significantly to the popularity of existing hot spring destinations as well as instigating new developments together with upgrades and redevelopments of older hot spring infrastructure.
Edward Elgar Publishing eBooks, Aug 25, 2022
Edward Elgar Publishing eBooks, Aug 25, 2022
Geoheritage, geoparks and geotourism, 2021
Geoheritage, geoparks and geotourism, 2021
Conservation of the natural environment must include the responsible management of all hot spring... more Conservation of the natural environment must include the responsible management of all hot springs worldwide to prevent them from depletion and to protect them from pollution.
Geoheritage, geoparks and geotourism, 2021
In ancient times places of healing were repeatedly established near hot springs and a belief in t... more In ancient times places of healing were repeatedly established near hot springs and a belief in their divine curative powers developed.
De Gruyter eBooks, Sep 25, 2017
Geoheritage, geoparks and geotourism, 2021
Throughout time, natural hot springs were the reason for communities to establish settlements clo... more Throughout time, natural hot springs were the reason for communities to establish settlements close to thermal water sources to use them for health benefits, recreation, and domestic purposes. An extensive exploration of the history of hot spring use has led to establishing a timeline that is to a large degree based on written accounts. The extent of the history of natural hot springs clearly demonstrates that their usage has worldwide origins, reaching back to ancient civilisations and most likely even further to prehistoric cultures. Records of early societies and their traditional use of natural hot springs as well as their remaining geoheritage are discussed and supported with examples from various countries. The use of hot springs for health and recreation is embedded in the history of all countries, where such hydrothermal resources were considered a blessing by the communities who settles in their vicinity.
Edward Elgar Publishing eBooks, Oct 26, 2018
Geoheritage, geoparks and geotourism, 2021
This chapter takes an alternative approach to the history of hot springs by focusing on the cultu... more This chapter takes an alternative approach to the history of hot springs by focusing on the cultural geoheritage with examples from different countries. Hot spring sites have played a consistent role in determining human settlements as they were not only important points of water supply, but they also provided a source of warm and mineral-rich water with healing benefits. The cultural knowledge from early civilisations was passed on from one generation to the next and reflects the special cultural, mythological, and religious connections different societies had with natural water sources. For thousands of years different societies used hot spring sites as centres for cultural activities and communal gatherings. To this day purification and cleansing rituals in combination with prayer are still a tradition to refresh and balance body, mind, and soul.
Geoheritage, geoparks and geotourism, 2021
Hot springs are a remarkable natural resource and have fascinated civilisations all over the worl... more Hot springs are a remarkable natural resource and have fascinated civilisations all over the world for thousands of years.
An assessment of the role of natural hot and mineral springs in health, wellness and recreational... more An assessment of the role of natural hot and mineral springs in health, wellness and recreational tourism. PhD thesis, James Cook University.
CAUTHE 2003: Riding the Wave of Tourism and Hospitality Research, 2003
This paper explores the travel patterns and motives of backpackers visiting Australia; concentrat... more This paper explores the travel patterns and motives of backpackers visiting Australia; concentrating mainly on those who work and those visiting the State of Queensland. The idea of the backpacker as 'Nomad' or drifter (Cohen, 1972), is examined in relation to the actual travel and activity patterns of backpackers visiting Australia (including Hervey Bay and Fraser Island). The importance of the flow of backpacker labour to specific areas and types of production in rural is noted, and the increasing trend for employment in the cities is also discussed.
CABI eBooks, 2006
This chapter focuses on the critical issues and interrelationships inherent in the management of ... more This chapter focuses on the critical issues and interrelationships inherent in the management of tourism and hospitality services within a World Heritage environment, with special reference to backpackers visiting Fraser Island, Queensland, Australia. In order to provide data for this study, local tourism operator and visitor surveys from the period 1998-2001 were reanalysed in order to gain a reliable indication of the issues associated with service quality relating to attractions visited on the island, the attitudes towards that environment as expressed by backpackers and other tourists, and the attitudes towards the tourist as expressed by Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service personnel. The discussion identifies that there is a lack of enforcement of minimal impact practices for backpackers travelling to Fraser Island. Travellers appear to be perceived as short-term visitors on a recreational day pass, and inherent in this perception (of revenue) is an ambivalence that remains tolerant to independent and often uncontrolled access to fragile areas. It is argued that what is needed is a strategic approach to service quality that targets the needs of visitors and encourages them to adopt minimal impact practices. To achieve this level of service quality requires reinventing ecotourism on Fraser Island so that it incorporates environmental rehabilitation.
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