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1. All sources used in the study uploaded to Kocatepe Journal of Tourism Research have been cited in accordance with scientific research methods and ethical principles. In this context, while preparing the study, all the issues stated on the "Ethical Principles and Publication Policy" page of the journal's website have been read and taken into consideration by me.

2. If the study belongs to more than one person, all authors have a direct and joint academic-scientific contribution.

3. The study uploaded to Kocatepe Journal of Tourism Research is an original study of the author(s).

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6. No ethical violations were made during the data collection phase of the study, and all data collection methods used were conducted in accordance with scientific ethical principles.

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9. There is no element of crime or illegal expression in the study, no illegal methods were used during the research, all legal permissions regarding the study were obtained and ethical rules were followed.

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