**2.2. Hypothesis development**

#### *2.2.1. Functional benefit perceived—tourist satisfaction*

In terms of tourism, the functional benefit perceived has a positive effect on tourist satisfaction [2]. Similarly, literature on consumer behavior notes that qualities that become functional benefits provide a greater level of consumer satisfaction [49, 50] and can be part of a product's design and aesthetic. Likewise, the functional benefit attained by the tourist through the qualities of a place could improve tourist satisfaction [5]. From this perspective, the following hypothesis is presented within the context of tourist destinations:

**H1.** The functional benefit perceived through the tourist destination has a direct positive effect on tourist satisfaction.

#### *2.2.2. Hedonic benefit perceived: tourist satisfaction*

In terms of tourism, the hedonic benefit perceived has a positive effect on tourist satisfaction [2]. From a consumer's perspective, hedonic experiences can increase the level of satisfaction [49]. Hedonic consumers tend to look for pleasurable experiences that increase satisfaction [51]. The enjoyment of leisure experiences influences tourist satisfaction [9]. Similarly, the enjoyment derived from a place's visual attractions [33], could influence the level of tourist satisfaction. From this perspective, the following hypothesis is presented within the context of tourist destinations:

**H2.** The hedonic benefit perceived through the tourist destination has a direct positive effect on tourist satisfaction.
