Table 1. Tourist motivations items used for the study (after Palacio, 1997)

Escape Healthy activity Learn about nature Cohesive
• Fo the Solitude • My mind could move at a slower pace • Get away from other people • Experience the tranquility • Help keep me in shape • Improve my physical health • Develop my skills and ability • I could do something creative such as photography • I thought it would be a challenge • Be in a natural setting • Observe the scenic beauty • Enjoy the noise and smell of nature • Understand the natural world better • Learn more about nature • The adventure • I could do things with my companion • I could be with friends • To be with others who enjoy the same