Perceived value and tourist donation intentions at religious heritage sites: the mediating roles of awe and subjective well-being

By incorporating the SOR framework, this study advances theoretical understanding of the psychological mechanisms underlying donation behavior in religious heritage tourism. The results suggest that enhancing tourists' emotional and spiritual experiences can strengthen their willingness to provide financial support, offering practical insights for heritage site managers seeking sustainable conservation strategies.

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Frontiers in Psychology
Published
2025-09-12
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https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2025.1655120
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1
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Digital Marketing and Social Media
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Perceived value and tourist donation intentions at religious heritage sites: the mediating roles of awe and subjective well-being

Xi Li, Yu Cao, Shuo Yu
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Frontiers in Psychology
Digital Marketing and Social Media
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Perceived value and tourist donation intentions at religious heritage sites: the mediating roles of awe and subjective well-being

Xi Li, Yu Cao, Shuo Yu
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Abstract

By incorporating the SOR framework, this study advances theoretical understanding of the psychological mechanisms underlying donation behavior in religious heritage tourism. The results suggest that enhancing tourists' emotional and spiritual experiences can strengthen their willingness to provide financial support, offering practical insights for heritage site managers seeking sustainable conservation strategies.

Frontiers in PsychologyVol. 16
Macau University of Science and Technology (MO), City University of Macau (MO)
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