11 ITHC International Conference INDIAN TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY CONGRESS (ITHC)

Dates: 19-22 November 2018
Venue: Palermo (Sicily), Italy
In collaboration with UET, Italy

Dear Colleague,
Greetings from ITHC !

With the kind support and blessings of all the members, Indian Tourism and Hospitality Congress is going to host its 11th International Tourism Conference on “Innovations & Opportunities in Global Tourism” in Palermo, Italy, in association with UET, Italy during 19-22 November 2018.
The importance of tourism and hospitality education has been recognized all over the world for many years now. It is also recognised that formal education is important in areas connected with tourism activity. These and a host of related issues concerning tourism & hospitality industry which will be discussed in this conference. Organizers believe that this conference will be is a significant contribution towards future development and planning purposes not only for tourism and hospitality industry but also for other tourism related activities and those who are interested in the related research.
This conference is going to provide key knowledge from true experts in various fields of tourism industry however it is the most important annual gathering in Southern sphere of Italy for Experts, Educators and Institutions. It’s an International platform share your thoughts, exchange ideas, listen to renowned keynote speakers, strengthen and transform partnerships with various stakeholders, including academic researchers, industry professionals, and government officials, through dialogues on how to better utilize research outputs for the benefits of the industry, in an innovative and sharing way while enjoying the beauty and cuisine of Sicily (Italy).

Main goals are to:

• Promote the exchange of ideas and experiences.
• Help strengthening the networks between civil society and the educational system to the benefit of a better education for all.
• Visit to heritage sites and Wineries.
• On site experience of charming Agriculture Tourism in Sicily

Thematic Areas

• Status, Trends & Opportunities in global tourism & hospitality industry
• Innovations in tourism and hospitality industry
• Ecotourism and sustainable development
• Tourism planning, Destination management and development
• Agritourism, Culinary tourism, Wine tourism
• Strategic local business perspectives in tourism and hospitality industry
• Digital transformations in tourism industry
• Technologies for Hotel & Tourism Industry.
• Tourism and Hospitality Laws & Ethics
• Issues related with tourism and hospitality academics
• Exemplary Case studies on the thematic area.

note: Above list of thematic areas is not exhaustive one. Related researches would also be highly appreciated.

WHO CAN ATTEND?

The conference is aimed at providing a meeting ground for the Intellectual and Professional experts/ resource base in tourism. It welcomes for participation, all of the following:

• Academicians
• Policy Makers
• Travel Writers
• Research Scholars
• Winery owners & managers
• Entrepreneurs
• Trade Professionals

CONTRIBUTION

Persons interested to participate in the conference are welcome to contribute their research papers/ research notes/ case studies/ brief research notes on the themes or related subjects with specific recommendations for discussions in technical sessions. Abstract of maximum 300 words in MS-word format (letter size 12 point, Times New Roman font) should reach by 15th September 2018 on the following address: news.tourismcongress@gmail.com
During the conference, Indian Tourism and Hospitality Congress plans to release the next issue of International Journal ‘Tourism Innovations’ and an edited book from a reputed publisher bearing ISBN number. It is desired that research papers should be submitted well in time and as per the guidelines.

IMPORTANT DATES

Abstract Submission: 15 September 2018
Notification of Abstract Acceptance: 20 December 2018
Last date of registration: 15 October 2018
Date of full paper submission: 15 October 2018

We would like you to inform fellow colleagues, young research scholars, fellows and other researchers to avail this opportunity by attending this large confluence of tourism academicians.
Looking forward to meet you all and wishing you a great time.
Prof. Deepak Gupta
General Secretary, ITHC