Travel motivation and well-being: Analysing the mediating role of mindfulness and memorable travel experiences of Portuguese travellers

Authors

  • Vivien Iacob Department of Psychology and Educational Sciences, University of Algarve, Faro, Portugal. Research Centre for Tourism, Sustainability and Well-being (CinTurs). Email: viacob@ualg.pt https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1525-9010
  • Saúl Neves de Jesus Department of Psychology and Educational Sciences, University of Algarve, Faro, Portugal. Research Centre for Tourism, Sustainability and Well-being (CinTurs). University Research Centre in Psychology (CUIP). Email: snjesus@ualg.pt
  • Soraia Garcês University of Madeira, Funchal, Portugal. Research Centre for Tourism, Sustainability and Well-being (CinTurs). Email: soraia@staff.uma.pt
  • Cláudia Carmo Department of Psychology and Educational Sciences, University of Algarve, Faro, Portugal. University Research Centre in Psychology (CUIP). Email: cgcarmo@ualg.pt

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54055/ejtr.v39i.3803

Keywords:

Memorable tourism experiences, mindfulness, travel motivation, well-being

Abstract

There is a common perception that tourism can directly or indirectly enhance well-being. The travellers' motivations could influence the connection between tourism and well-being. This study aimed to examine the relationship between travel motivations and well-being and the beneficial effects of mindfulness and memorable travel experiences (MTEs) on this relationship. The data were gathered using online questionnaires and included 256 participants. The findings suggested that travel motivation positively influenced well-being, mindfulness, and MTEs. The mediating role of MTEs and mindfulness in the relationship between motivation and well-being was verified. In conclusion, this study emphasises the importance of comprehending the influence of travel motivations, mindfulness, and MTEs in promoting and enhancing well-being. Understanding the psychological variables affecting well-being is crucial for researchers and tourism managers to incorporate effective methods for better management and marketing, considering that tourism offers are more suited to consumer demand.

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Published

2025-01-15

How to Cite

Iacob, V., Neves de Jesus, S., Garcês, S., & Carmo, C. (2025). Travel motivation and well-being: Analysing the mediating role of mindfulness and memorable travel experiences of Portuguese travellers. European Journal of Tourism Research, 39, 3911. https://doi.org/10.54055/ejtr.v39i.3803