GASTRONOMIC EVENTS IN THE FUNCTION OF CREATING A BRAND OF A TOURIST DESTINATION: THE EXAMPLE OF STRUDEL FESTIVAL IN DOLOVO

Authors

  • Slobodan Čavić Ph.D. candidate, University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Hotel Management and Tourism in Vrnjačka Banja, Vrnjačka Banja, Serbia http://orcid.org/0000-0001-9414-1362
  • Marija Mandarić University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Hotel Management and Tourism in Vrnjačka Banja, Vrnjačka Banja, Serbia http://orcid.org/0000-0002-8504-3944
  • Dejan Sekulić University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Hotel Management and Tourism in Vrnjačka Banja, Vrnjačka Banja, Serbia http://orcid.org/0000-0002-3816-3679

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5937/ekoPolj2103659C

Keywords:

strudel, brand, gastronomic events, tourist destinations

Abstract

Gastronomic events in recent years represent a very significant segment for the development of tourism. There are numerous events traditionally taking place in Vojvodina. Each of these events is unique and represents a rich variety of customs, culture and traditions. The authentic gastronomic offer, which is promoted through these events, is an important segment for creating a brand of a particular place and tourist destination. The aim of this study is to investigate the recognizability of the Strudel festival in Dolovo, as well as the authenticity of this gastronomic event, in terms of creating a brand of the tourist destination. The research was carried out using the survey method, through a questionnaire, on a sample of 150 respondents. Based on the collected data, using statistical methods of binary logistic regression, chi-square and Fishers test, the analysis was performed and the results were presented. The results of the research show that the Strudel festival in Dolovo and its brand – strudels – have a high level of recognizability among visitors. However, the Strudel festival in Dolovo should be promoted more intensively, as it is currently recognized locally, and has the potential to attract more tourists.

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2021-09-24

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Čavić, S., Mandarić, M., & Sekulić, D. (2021). GASTRONOMIC EVENTS IN THE FUNCTION OF CREATING A BRAND OF A TOURIST DESTINATION: THE EXAMPLE OF STRUDEL FESTIVAL IN DOLOVO. Economics of Agriculture, 68(3), 659–674. https://doi.org/10.5937/ekoPolj2103659C

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