Effect of global uncertainty on international arrivals by purpose of visits and length of stay

This paper investigates the effects of economic and political uncertainties on tourism demand using ‘World Uncertainty Index’ (WUI). index is more a sophisticated reliable measure global uncertainty than previous indices used by literature. The findings show that shocks affect travels for business, holidays, visiting friends/relatives purposes negatively. It statistically significant duration stay 1 week to less one month in Australia. effect dissipates longer stays. study provides insightful information destinations how consumers adjust their behaviour during period uncertainty.