Publication details
Before and after. Did COVID-19 outbreak bring changes in visitor's behaviour: case study of rallying event in Czech Republic
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| Year of publication | 2025 |
| Type | Article in Periodical |
| Magazine / Source | Event Management |
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| Citation | |
| web | https://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/cog/em/pre-prints/content-covidrally |
| Doi | http://dx.doi.org/10.3727/152599525X17367484906444 |
| Keywords | COVID-19; rallying; small-scale events; sports tourism; tourism |
| Description | The paper examines changes in the habits and customs of visitors of the Barum Czech Rally Zlín before and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Through a survey, we found that while overall habits remained largely unchanged, several changes were observed. Post-covid, there was a higher reliance on car transportation, longer stays at the event, increased use of hotels, reduced restaurant dining, and greater intention to revisit the region. Findings indicate the pandemic's influence on transportation choices, accommodation preferences, and increased loyalty to the rally event. This research focuses solely on rally visitors, making the results specific to this niche group. |