Bibliometric Mapping of Documents on SPA Tourism in the Scopus Database Between 1990 and 2024

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International Journal of Health Management and Tourism
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Bibliometric Mapping of Documents on SPA Tourism in the Scopus Database Between 1990 and 2024

Bibliometric Mapping of Documents on SPA Tourism in the Scopus Database Between 1990 and 2024

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Publication Date : 2025-03-25

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :The purpose of this study is to comprehensively examine the academic literature in the rapidly growing field of spa tourism by analyzing key sources, prominent authors, countries, institutions, and keywords. In this way, the study aims to provide guidance to researchers and business professionals interested in spa tourism. In this context, 174 documents published between 1990 and 2024 with the keyword \\\"spa tourism\\\" in the Scopus database were analyzed. As part of the bibliometric analysis, document, author, country, institution, and keyword citation analyses were conducted. According to the analysis results, the most frequently cited authors in the field of spa tourism include Bakucz Márta, de la Hoz-Correa Andrea, Muñoz-Leiva Francisco, Han Heesup, Kiatkawsin Kiattipoom, Kim Wansoo, Chang Richard C.Y., Mak Athena H.N., and Wong Kevin K.F. In terms of document citation analysis, the most highly cited studies in spa tourism include “Past themes and future trends in medical tourism research” and “Health or self-indulgence? The motivations and characteristics of spa-goers.” Country citation analysis revealed that Spain, the United Kingdom, Hungary, and South Korea stand out in spa tourism research. In terms of institution citation analysis, the University of Granada (Spain), University of Pécs (Hungary), and Tamkang University (Taiwan) lead in contributions. Turkey’s Gaziosmanpaşa University, Sivas Cumhuriyet University, Bitlis Eren University, and Yaşar University are also among the institutions contributing to this field. The keyword analysis indicates that frequently used terms include \\\"SPA tourism\\\", \\\"health tourism\\\" and \\\"wellness tourism\\\".
Keywords : SPA tourism, Spa, Bibliometric Mapping Analysis, Scientific Productivity.

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