Tourism Studies

Türkiye, kültürel mirasıyla turistleri ekonomik, sosyal ve çevresel açıdan etkileyebilmektedir.
Balıkesir’in Edremit ilçesinde bulunan Antandros Antik Kenti’nin eski uygarlıklara ev sahipliği yaptığı
bilinmektedir. Bu çalışmada Antandros Antik Kenti'nin turizm potansiyeli incelenmektedir. Çalışmada Antandros
Antik Kenti’nin tarihi ve arkeolojik önemi vurgulamaktadır. Ayrıca bölgenin turizm açısından sunduğu fırsatlar
değerlendirilmektedir. Öncelikle, Antandros Antik Kenti'nin tarihi ve kültürel zenginlikleri detaylı olarak ele
alınmıştır. Antandros Antik Kenti’nin geçmişi, mimarisi ve buluntuları üzerinde durularak turizm potansiyeli
incelenmektedir. Bu araştırmada nitel araştırma yöntemlerinden gözlem tekniği kullanılmıştır. Bu yöntemle
Antandros Antik Kenti'nin turizm potansiyelini belirlemek için durum analizi yapılmıştır. Yapılan analiz
neticesinde Roma Villası olarak da bilinen Yamaç Ev'in keşfiyle birlikte, bölgenin stratejik önemi ve geçmişte
çeşitli medeniyetlere ev sahipliği yaptığı ortaya çıkarılmıştır. Ayrıca antik kentteki hamam kültürü ve diğer
medeniyetlerden korunmak için yapılmış olan sur ve duvar kalıntılarına ek olarak; Antandros'un, Adramytteion ve
Troya gibi diğer antik kentlerle olan ilişkileri de tespit edilmiştir. Bu amaçla antik kentin gelişimi için Kültür ve
Turizm Bakanlığı, üniversiteler ve özel sektör iş birliği yapmalı, teknoloji kullanımını desteklemelidir. Bu
çalışmada elde edilen bulguların Antandros Antik Kenti'nin gelecekteki turizm stratejileri için önemli bir referans
kaynağı olması hedeflenmektedir.

In Amasra, art of çekicilik, which has survived from prehistoric times to the present day, is also the most important cultural heritage for Amasra, as a branch of art whose material is wood and produced by shaping wood. Although it is known that this tradition, which has been going on for generations as a Turkish cultural heritage, has tourism value for Amasra, it is also important to investigate its contribution to the economy. Because the impact of this art, which has cultural heritage value, on local development is gaining importance day by day. For this reason, it has become important for the public to adopt, protect and maintain the art of çekicilik as a cultural heritage. In recent years, it has been seen that the concept of sustainability has an important place in development theories. For this reason, it would be correct to consider the art of çekicilik, which will be considered as a subject of local development, in this context. In this study, which was supported within the scope of the Tübitak 2209-A Project, the importance of this art for the local people and its contribution to the region as an economic and tourism value were investigated with the information obtained by reaching the source people through the oral history method. It is aimed to emphasize the importance of the art of çekicilik as a cultural heritage, to realize its value and to create conservation awareness.

The main purpose of this study was to investigate customer satisfaction with the food services offered by the University Homestay of Central Mindanao University. Given the importance of quality food in improving the emotional and academic performance of students, the study focused on three core factors: food quality, service quality, and price and value. A descriptive, correlational, and comparative research design was used, which covered 84 respondents, who were mostly students, through a structured Likert-scale questionnaire. Findings indicated that the respondents were generally satisfied with the quality of food and cleanliness of services, while friendliness and pricing fairness were issues that needed improvement. Statistical analysis did not reveal significant differences in satisfaction based on gender, occupation, or visit frequency, although the youngest group of respondents aged 18–19 years reported a higher satisfaction level. Results point out the need for customized approaches to improve the quality of food, service standards, and pricing schemes specifically for student-centric demographics. This study provides actionable insights that the management of University Homestay should continuously evaluate customer preference and service attributes to remain satisfied and loyal. Hence, future studies are strongly recommended to expand the current scope by increasing the term of the survey and targeting different respondent groups.

Abstract
The growth-oriented approach in the tourism sector, like in other competitive sectors, has often overlooked environmental impacts, leading to damage to the historical, cultural, social, and environmental structures of destinations. Balancing carrying capacities and tourism demand plays a
critical role in the sustainable development of destinations. Archaeological heritage sites are particularly vulnerable to the physical and cultural damages caused by over tourism. Physical damages include the wear and tear of historical artifacts, degradation of structures due to overuse, and
vandalism. Additionally, the constant visits by large tourist groups weaken the physical integrity of the sites, increasing the need for repairs and restoration. In this context, this study aims to reveal the negative effects of over-tourism in archaeological heritage sites and to propose solutions for these problems. Delphi method, one of the qualitative research methods, was preferred in order to determine the negative effects and solution suggestions. The sample of this study will consist of archaeologists,
historians, professional tourist guides and tourism academics. This paper aims to report on the qualitative findings of the Delphi method and provides a professional perspective on the negative effects of over-tourism in archaeological heritage sites and propose solutions for the problems created by over-tourism. This paper, therefore, reports on the qualitative findings derived from the Delphi method. It provides a professional perspective on the various negative effects of over-tourism on archaeological heritage sites, such as the erosion of historical artifacts, structural damage, and the cultural impact on local communities. Additionally, it presents well-informed solutions that aim to address and alleviate the problems created by over-tourism. By drawing on the expertise of seasoned professionals in the field, this study not only highlights the pressing issues but also offers practical recommendations for preserving the integrity and sustainability of archaeological heritage sites in the face of growing tourism pressures.
Keywords: Over-Tourism, Archaeological Heritage Sites, Sustainability.

Çalışmada oyuncak müzelerinin ziyaretçi deneyimine olan etkilerini ortaya koymak amaçlanmıştır. Bu kapsamda oyuncak müzelerindeki iç mekan tasarımlarının ziyaretçiler üzerinde bıraktığı etkiyi değerlendirmek ve tasarım önerileri geliştirmek hedeflenmiştir. Çalışma Almanya’nın Bavyera eyaletinde bulunan Nürnberg Oyuncak Müzesi’nde gerçekleştirilmiştir. Çalışma alanının belirlenmesinde dünyanın en bilinen oyuncak müzelerinden biri olması ve antik çağdan günümüze kadar geniş bir yelpazede oyuncak kültürünü tasvir etmesi etkili olmuştur.