Tourist Studies
Scope & Guideline
Advancing Knowledge in Tourism and Hospitality
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Approaches to Tourism:
The journal incorporates methodologies from various fields such as sociology, anthropology, cultural studies, and geography to explore the complexities of tourism. - Cultural and Social Dynamics:
A consistent focus on the cultural implications and social dynamics of tourism, including identity, belonging, and the impact of tourism on local communities. - Critical Perspectives:
Encourages critical examination of traditional tourism narratives, emphasizing issues of power, representation, and the politics of space and place. - Emerging Forms of Tourism:
Explores contemporary trends in tourism, such as digital and experiential tourism, and their implications for both tourists and host communities. - Sustainability and Ethics:
Addresses the ethical considerations and sustainability challenges within tourism practices, promoting responsible tourism development.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital and Social Media Influences:
There is an increasing focus on the role of digital platforms and social media in shaping tourism experiences, marketing, and authenticity, indicating a shift towards understanding the impact of technology on tourism. - Sustainability and Ethical Tourism:
Emerging themes around sustainable practices and ethical tourism are gaining importance, reflecting a global concern for environmental and social impacts. - Experiential and Participatory Tourism:
A trend towards experiential and participatory forms of tourism is evident, emphasizing the importance of co-creation and immersive experiences in tourism practices. - Crisis and Resilience in Tourism:
Research examining tourism in the context of crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, is increasingly relevant, focusing on resilience and recovery strategies. - Social Justice and Tourism:
Emerging discussions around social justice, equity, and the impacts of tourism on marginalized communities are gaining prominence, reflecting broader societal conversations.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Mass Tourism:
There is a noticeable decline in studies focusing on traditional mass tourism models, as the field increasingly emphasizes niche and alternative forms of tourism. - Static Tourism Narratives:
Research that presents static or singular narratives of tourist experiences is becoming less frequent, with a shift towards more dynamic and multifaceted representations. - Local Economic Impact Studies:
While still relevant, there is a waning focus on purely economic impact studies, as the journal increasingly prioritizes sociocultural and environmental aspects of tourism. - Tourism Marketing Techniques:
Traditional marketing strategies and their effectiveness are receiving less attention, overshadowed by newer discussions on digital marketing and social media's influence. - Historical Tourism Analysis:
Research centered on historical tourism practices is declining, indicating a growing interest in contemporary issues and future-oriented tourism discussions.
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