%0 Journal Article
%T A Conceptual Model of Wellness Destination Characteristics That Contribute to Psychological Well
%A Karen Irene Thal
%A Simon Hudson
%J Journal of Hospitality & Tourism Research
%@ 1557-7554
%D 2019
%R 10.1177/1096348017704498
%X This study considered the characteristics of a stay at a wellness destination that enhance psychological well-being. Self-determination theory (SDT) was used to identify the necessary conditions to promote subjective well-being, and focus group sessions were then conducted to evaluate the SDT constructs in the context of a wellness facility. A conceptual model articulating characteristics of the external environment or wellness facility as well as ideal guest experiences, to ensure enhanced well-being as the outcome of a stay at a wellness facility, was then proposed. These conditions included the quality of staff¨Cguest interactions, voluntary participation in novel and engaging activities in the context of a structured daily schedule, encouraging mindfulness practices, guest camaraderie, and enhanced competence or confidence overall
%K wellness tourism
%K psychological well-being
%K self-determination theory
%K wellness facilities
%K qualitative research
%K mindfulness
%U https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/1096348017704498