International Conference on Leisure and Tourism

The International Conference on Leisure and Tourism, organized by the Global Academic Research Institute, will take place in Prague, Czech Republic. This conference will focus on the theme Exploring the Role of Nature-based Leisure in Promoting Sustainable Tourism. It aims to gather researchers, industry professionals, and experts from around the world to share knowledge and insights on the intersections of leisure and tourism, which are critical for promoting sustainable practices in the industry.Participants are invited to submit two types of presentations: full papers that report original and unpublished research, and work-in-progress papers, abstracts, case studies, or project outlines. The submissions should adhere to a word limit of 1000 to 1200 words. The conference will cover a variety of topics including but not limited to tourism and hospitality marketing strategies, consumer behavior, food safety, managing sustainable human resources in hospitality and tourism, and the educational strategies needed for future sustainability in these fields. Other significant areas of discussion will include destination sustainability, branding, loyalty, climate change impacts, and responsible tourism practices. Additionally, the conference will explore the role of big data, smart applications, and social media in transforming guest experiences and shaping tourist behavior. The event will also address the growing fields of ecotourism, green practices, and the importance of community involvement in culture and heritage tourism. Specific demographics in tourism, such as children, youth, families, and those with disabilities, will be examined, alongside emerging trends in medical and educational tourism, Ayurveda and wellness tourism, as well as volunteer tourism. The conference will provide a platform for discussions on the effective management and marketing of hotels, restaurants, tour operations, and travel agencies. Furthermore, the implications of digital distractions, technostress, and the effects of FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) on tourist behavior will be critically analyzed. Health, safety, and security issues relevant to the tourism industry will also be part of the dialogue. The Global Academic Research Institute, established in 2010, has a strong reputation as a reliable organizer of scientific research conferences and aims to foster a collaborative atmosphere for attendees from diverse regions, including Ethiopia, Nigeria, Turkey, and South Africa.