Plog’s model of allocentricity and psychocentricity is one of the best-known theoretical models in the travel and tourism industry. Since Plog’s seminal work on the rise and fall of tourism destinations, back in 1974, a vast amount of subsequent research has been based on or derived from this concept- so it is pretty important! But what is Plog’s model of allocentricity and psychocentricity? In this video I will explain, in simple language, what Plog’s model of allocentricity and psychocentricity is and how it works. I will also show you why it is so important to understand Plog’s work, whether you are a student or whether you are working in the tourism industry. 🌎 LEARN MORE at https://tourismteacher.com/plogs-model-of-allocentricity-and-psychocentricity/ 🌎 Timestamps- 00:00 Plog’s model of allocentricity and psychocentricity 00:24 What is Plog’s model of allocentricity and psychocentricity? 02:37 Why did Plog research different types of tourists? 03:38 Why do destinations rise and fall in popularity? 05:24 What is Plog's tourist typology? 06:12 Allocentric tourists 08:04 Psychocentric tourists 10:06 Mid-centric tourists 11.10 The benefits and limitations of Plog’s model of allocentricity and psychocentricity *Get your FREE study skills guide here- https://www.subscribepage.com/study-skills *Get your FREE plagiarism checker and proofreader with Grammarly- https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=224327&u=1989555&m=26748&urllink=&afftrack= - ARE YOU A TRAVEL AND TOURISM TEACHER? -Join the Tourism Teacher Tribe: https://tourismteacher.com/tourism-teacher-tribe/ -Get teaching classroom resources: https://tourismteacher.com/sales-page-travel-and-tourism-teaching-resources/ -Organise a guest talk: https://tourismteacher.com/tourism-teacher-guest-talks-lectures-and-presentations/ -Connect with other teachers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2381535295397924 - ARE YOU A STUDENT? - Get the ultimate travel and tourism reading list- https://tourismteacher.com/travel-and-tourism-reading-list/ -Join me in my classroom, get feedback on your work or sign up for mentorship here- https://www.patreon.com/drhayleystainton?fan_landing=true -Learn more about tourism: https://tourismteacher.com/category/learn-more-about-the-tourism-industry/ LETS CONNECT -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_tourism_teacher/ -Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thetourismteacher -LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayley-stainton/ -Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrStainton CONTACT- If you would like to work with me contact drhayleystainton@tourismteacher.com DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description may be affiliate links. If you purchase a product that I recommend I may get a small commission at no additional charge to you. Thank you for supporting my channel so that I can continue to provide free educational resources to all.