• Abstract

    Concepts and Models in Tourism: a development from reductionism to tourism systems

    DOI 10.14210/rtva.v7n1.p155-171
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    The objective of this article is to stimulate reflection on the tourism phenomenon, in the light of the systemic approach, gathering in a single text, references from various theorists in the area. Initially, it deals with some aspects of systemic thought. Next, it gives a brief historical context of the emergence of the tourism concept. It then gives various definitions of the tourism phenomenon, from authors of different streams of thought, classifying them according to the emphases given to them, in the reductionist or holistic paradigms of our western science. Finally, it shows some models of tourism systems that have been developed, emphasizing the importance of the holistic vision and systemic analysis for tourism academics. Key-words: Tourism; Reductionism; Holism; Tourism Systems.

Turismo: Visão e Ação

Turismo: Visão e Ação, linked to the Graduate Program in Tourism and Hospitality - Master's and Ph.D., is a scientific journal published in a continuous flow system, with an interdisciplinary and international scope. According to Qualis/CAPES criteria (2017-2020), it is classified as 'A3' in the fields of Administration, Accounting Sciences, and Tourism. Registered with ISSN number 1983-7151, Tourismo: Visão e Ação began its activities in 1998 with printed publications in English and Portuguese. In 2008, it transitioned to an online publication, expanding its reach to a broader audience. It maintains a policy of being an open-access journal without submission or access fees. The abbreviated title for the journal is Tur., Visão e Ação, commonly used in bibliographies, footnotes, references, and bibliographic captions.

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