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Title: Destination curiosity across borders : how geopolitical outlook shapes travel intentions
Authors: Davari, D 
Jang, SCS
Huang, I 
Issue Date: 2025
Source: Journal of travel research, First published online September 17, 2025, OnlineFirst, https://doi.org/10.1177/00472875251365878
Abstract: This research examines how geopolitical outlook, destination confidence, destination perception, and destination curiosity shape the travel intentions of international non-visitors, with particular focus on geopolitically sensitive destinations. Drawing on cognitive dissonance, adaptation level, and optimum stimulation level theories, the study develops a comprehensive model to analyze these dynamics. The findings indicate that destination confidence significantly mediates the relationship between geopolitical outlook and travel intentions, while destination curiosity moderates the impact of destination perception. Moreover, intrinsic destination curiosity encourages travelers to overlook geopolitical tensions in pursuit of cultural and exploratory experiences. These results suggest that international travel is not necessarily constrained by geopolitical tensions and offer a comprehensive framework for scholars and practitioners seeking to leverage tourism as a means of fostering mutual understanding rather than division.
Keywords: Destination confidence
Destination curiosity
Geopolitical outlook
Tourism marketing
Travel behavior
Publisher: Sage Publications, Inc.
Journal: Journal of travel research 
ISSN: 0047-2875
EISSN: 1552-6763
DOI: 10.1177/00472875251365878
Rights: This is the accepted version of the publication Davari, D., Jang, S. (Shawn), & Huang, I. (2025). Destination Curiosity Across Borders: How Geopolitical Outlook Shapes Travel Intentions. Journal of Travel Research, 0(0). Copyright © 2025 The Author(s). DOI: 10.1177/00472875251365878.
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