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The study aimed to show the popularity of tourism enclaves as places of leisure among students of Warsaw universities and to introduce motives, preferences, and behaviors during trips to such places. The research was conducted in 2023 among 291 students of Warsaw universities. The method of research was a diagnostic survey with the use of the questionnaire technique. Over 50% of the respondents did not rest in enclaves, which was argued by high costs and crowds of tourists in such places. The most frequently indicated reason for going to the enclave was the convenient and comprehensive organization of the trip. The purpose of the trip was usually to relax by the water. Most of the respondents were aware that the attractions presented in the enclave are commercialized and inauthentic, and their functioning carries several threats. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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The aim of this article is to present the role of social media and influencers (being an inseparable element of these media) in shaping tourists’ preferences. The research was conducted from March to May 2021. The method of research was a diagnostic survey with the use of the questionnaire technique. The answers were obtained from 127 adults. Based on the results, it can be concluded that social media are a popular and willingly used source of inspiration when planning a tourist trip and play a significant role in creating the image of a tourist destination. Influencers significantly contribute to the growth of interest in the destinations they promote. However, they are not treated as a source of reliable and credible information. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Copyright of Journal of Tourism & Regional Development / Turystyka i Rozwój Regionalny is the property of Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW), Faculty of Economic Sciences and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)

Forest areas and related resources are significant determinants of local development. Especially in regions characterized by considerable forest cover, the forest may constitute the basis and determine the pace and direction of socio-economic development. The study presents local development issues and discusses the diverse role and potential impact of the presence of forest areas on this development. The analysis of the scientific literature in this field allows us to conclude that this impact is highly significant, complex, and multifaceted and that conscious and responsible forest use planning can be the basis for the sustainable development of many territorial units. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]