Trupp, Alexander * and Shah, Chetan and Hitchcock, Michael (2023) From handmade to mass-produced and no way back? Globalisation, souvenirs and small business in Vanuatu. In: 5th International Tourism and Retail Service Management Conference (TRMC 2023), 19-20 October 2023, Macao SAR, China. (Unpublished)
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Abstract
This study delves into the economic and sociocultural dimensions of the souvenir sector from the unique perspective of local market vendors in the South Pacific nation of Vanuatu. Findings reveal a heavy reliance on imported souvenirs, particularly for the cruise-ship market. Such practices often lead to the commodification and misrepresentation of local cultures and destinations, driven by the demands of tourists and the broader processes of international exchange and globalisation. By giving voice to grassroots producers and vendors within the handicrafts and souvenir sector, this research contributes to a more holistic understanding of the sector's dynamics and its role within the broader context of global tourism and economic change in emerging island economies.
| Item Type: | Conference or Workshop Item (Paper) |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | globalization; imported products; local products; small businesses; souvenirs; island states |
| Subjects: | H Social Sciences > HB Economic Theory G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > G Geography (General) > G 154.9 Tourism |
| Divisions: | Others > Non Sunway Academics Sunway University > School of Hospitality and Service Management [formerly School of Hospitality until 2020] |
| Depositing User: | Ms Yong Yee Chan |
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| Date Deposited: | 15 Dec 2023 00:36 |
| Last Modified: | 15 Dec 2023 00:36 |
| URI: | http://eprints.sunway.edu.my/id/eprint/2462 |
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