Movilidades en destinos turísticos: el caso de Benidorm / España y Natal / Brasil

Abstract

In this article, we analyze the similarities and differences in two tourist destinations: Benidorm/ Spain and Natal/ Brazil. These places are characterized of tourism of "sun and beach". We investigate the profile and the motivations of the interviewees; if they were visited these places previously; work’s situations and how they take up their free time. It is a qualitative study that included open interviews as a methodological strategy. The main similarities are related to the climate as main motivation to choose these tourist destinations; the existence of an earlier tourist trip and to enjoy the free time. The most notable differences are the work situation: In Natal, most are working in the tourist sector, or in the real estate sector. In Benidorm, most are tourists and retirees. In addition, tourists who spend their holidays in Benidorm repeat their stays as tourists throughout a lifetime, while in Natal are usually permanent stays.