Transformational travel for well-being and meaning-making
by Rohan Bhalla; Nimit Chowdhary; Sumedha Agarwal
International Journal of Tourism Policy (IJTP), Vol. 13, No. 2, 2023

Abstract: The study explores people's travel experiences to understand the potential of travelling as a complementary and alternative therapy for transformation and well-being. The study is qualitative and applies transcendental phenomenology as a mode of inquiry. A total of twelve people were interviewed through purposive snowball sampling. Methods of transcendental phenomenology as developed by Moustakas were used for data analysis. Respondents described their lived experiences around three major themes: physical activities, healing from nature, and stress buster. It was found that transformational travel produces significant positive effects and enhances people's well-being. It can be used as a complementary and alternative medicine for mental health and well-being issues as it helps in meaning-making.

Online publication date: Fri, 31-Mar-2023

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