1 chapter one introduction this presents an overview of the proposed research beginning with purpose study problem is then discussed offering a justification for and defining questions significance boundary are explained finally key terms defined 2 main to profile mature travelers on basis internet use more specifically intention examine demographic socio economic characteristics who compared those do not in addition present whether or differences exist between users non among respect travel behavior attention paid investigate types trip selected preferred activities participated during length stay related expenditures type lodging transportation number party explaining market statement exploratory