ANNALS OF TOURISM RESEARCH
Scope & Guideline
Shaping the future of tourism through innovative research.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Research:
The journal encourages contributions that integrate various disciplines, including sociology, psychology, economics, and environmental studies, to provide a holistic view of tourism phenomena. - Critical Perspectives:
A core focus is on critical tourism studies, examining power dynamics, social justice, and the implications of tourism practices on local communities and global systems. - Methodological Innovation:
The journal promotes the use of diverse and innovative methodologies, including qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods, to explore emerging tourism trends and issues. - Sustainability and Responsibility:
There is a strong emphasis on sustainable tourism practices and the ethical responsibilities of stakeholders in the tourism industry, addressing the environmental and social impacts of tourism. - Cultural and Social Dynamics:
Explorations of cultural representations, identity formation, and social interactions within tourism contexts are central themes, highlighting how tourism shapes and is shaped by cultural narratives.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Transformation in Tourism:
The integration of digital technologies and their impact on tourism practices is a prominent theme, with research focusing on AI, social media, and virtual experiences that shape consumer behavior and industry strategies. - Sustainable and Regenerative Tourism:
Emerging studies on sustainable practices and regenerative tourism highlight the need to balance tourism development with ecological and social responsibility, reflecting a growing awareness of climate change and environmental degradation. - Social Justice and Equity in Tourism:
There is an increasing focus on social justice issues within tourism, examining how tourism can contribute to equity, inclusivity, and community empowerment, particularly in marginalized and oppressed communities. - Mental Health and Well-being:
Research exploring the connections between tourism, mental health, and well-being is gaining traction, emphasizing the therapeutic potential of travel and the role of tourism in enhancing quality of life. - Crisis Management and Resilience:
The COVID-19 pandemic has spurred interest in crisis management strategies, resilience in tourism businesses, and the adaptation of tourism practices to navigate global challenges.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Economic Models:
There has been a notable reduction in the emphasis on purely economic models of tourism, as researchers increasingly focus on social, cultural, and environmental dimensions rather than solely on financial metrics. - Static Destination Marketing:
The traditional approaches to destination marketing that do not incorporate dynamic, interactive, or participatory elements are appearing less frequently, giving way to more innovative, community-engaged strategies. - Homogeneous Tourist Experiences:
Research centered on generic tourist experiences is declining, with a shift towards exploring diverse, personalized, and transformative experiences that reflect individual and cultural differences. - Overtourism as a Sole Focus:
While overtourism remains a relevant issue, the singular focus on its negative impacts without exploring potential solutions or alternative tourism models is becoming less common. - Narrowly Defined Demographic Studies:
Studies that narrowly focus on specific demographic groups without considering intersectionality or broader sociocultural contexts are being phased out in favor of more inclusive approaches.
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