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Exploring Digital Destinations: A Three-Decade Bibliometric Journey Through Virtual Tourism Research

Ishani Sharma et al.

Tourism Review International2025https://doi.org/10.3727/194344225x17315216888952article
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0.41

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This study examines the transformative role of virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) in shaping user experiences within the evolving domain of virtual tourism. Through a bibliometric analysis of 326 documents spanning nearly three decades (1995‐2023), the research identifies key trends, theoretical advancements, and emerging themes in virtual tourism research. The analysis focuses on VR/AR technologies, exploring their impact on user satisfaction, immersive travel experiences, and sustainability. Findings reveal VR/AR’s potential to redefine traditional tourism practices, enhance customer engagement, and provide sustainable alternatives to physical travel. The study integrates insights from seminal works and highlights critical research gaps, offering a theoretical framework to advance understanding and drive innovation in this interdisciplinary field. These findings affect academia, industry practitioners, and policymakers aiming to harness VR/AR technologies for sustainable and engaging tourism solutions.

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@article{ishani2025,
  title        = {{Exploring Digital Destinations: A Three-Decade Bibliometric Journey Through Virtual Tourism Research}},
  author       = {Ishani Sharma et al.},
  journal      = {Tourism Review International},
  year         = {2025},
  doi          = {https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.3727/194344225x17315216888952},
}

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Evidence weight

0.41

Balanced mode · F 0.40 / M 0.15 / V 0.05 / R 0.40

F · citation impact0.25 × 0.4 = 0.10
M · momentum0.55 × 0.15 = 0.08
V · venue signal0.50 × 0.05 = 0.03
R · text relevance †0.50 × 0.4 = 0.20

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