LIVE LIKE YOU'RE ALIVE: GRANFLUENCERS AND THE POWER OF LATELIFE INFLUENCE IN TOURISM MARKETING.

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Title: LIVE LIKE YOU'RE ALIVE: GRANFLUENCERS AND THE POWER OF LATELIFE INFLUENCE IN TOURISM MARKETING.
Authors: Saeed, Muhammad Rashid1 m.saeed@uq.edu.au, Cohen, Justin2, Yousaf, Neelam3, Sands, Sean3
Source: AMA Winter Academic Conference Proceedings. 2026, Vol. 37, p811-814. 4p.
Abstract: The article examines how "granfluencers"—older social media influencers who defy age stereotypes—can positively shape consumer attitudes and purchase intentions in tourism marketing by inspiring hope and demonstrating active, fulfilling late-life experiences. Topics include the impact of stereotype-defying portrayals, the role of hope in consumer responses, and strategies for targeting older adults in tourism campaigns.
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Abstract:The article examines how "granfluencers"—older social media influencers who defy age stereotypes—can positively shape consumer attitudes and purchase intentions in tourism marketing by inspiring hope and demonstrating active, fulfilling late-life experiences. Topics include the impact of stereotype-defying portrayals, the role of hope in consumer responses, and strategies for targeting older adults in tourism campaigns.
ISSN:10540806