Professor Alastair M. Morrison
ITSA is uniquely devoted to scholarly exchange between researchers and practitioners focusing on the growth of tourism worldwide, especially in Asia. Founded in 2006 in Hangzhou, China, ITSA now has an office in London.
Our organization is committed to developing a global tourism leadership forum that facilitates improvements in global hospitality and tourism.
ITSA is unique among international associations of tourism scholars and practitioners. It has the mission to encourage interaction and cooperation between members in developing and developed countries
ITSA-IJTC is represented in the UK at the Greenwich Business School in London and in India at the Institute of Management – Sirmaur. There are also affiliate offices in Alexandria, Egypt; Almaty, Kazakhstan; Beijing, China; and Yogyakarta, Indonesia
ITSA-IJTC Values
International Journal of Tourism Cities is the only academic journal exclusively dedicated to urban tourism research. A peer-reviewed journal, IJTC provides an international forum for the study of urban tourism and tourism cities. The journal aims to be inter-disciplinary in its appreciation of tourism cities and tourism in urban areas.
Aims and scope
International Journal of Tourism Cities (IJTC) welcomes original, theoretically-informed articles from those involved in the planning, management or marketing of tourism in city destination or places adjoining urban areas.
Urban tourism and travel cover many disciplines and impinge on numerous aspects of daily life within cities. Moreover, they play a key role in domestic and international tourism in most countries, and cities often function as key travel gateways and tourism destinations.
IJTC contents include primary research articles, expert discussions on current urban tourism issues, and tourism city case studies. Articles are selected that are relevant to both academics and practitioners. The journal particularly encourages contributions on contemporary topics and issues in urban tourism including smart cities and tourism, environmental impact and sustainable tourism development in cities, citizen and stakeholder involvement in tourism, city destination governance, and the development of policies and standards for city tourism development.
IJTC has four distinct purposes:
IJTC is the official journal of the International Tourism Studies Association (ITSA). ITSA’s main objective is to bridge the gaps in tourism studies and research, education, and training between developed and developing countries. The Association is registered in the United Kingdom, and has an office located at the University of Greenwich in London.The overall purpose of the International Journal of Tourism Cities is to fill these gaps in the tourism research literature from multidisciplinary perspectives.
IJTC is a multidisciplinary journal that focuses on all aspects of tourism within cities. The major disciplines and themes are as follows:
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>Inaugural Programme Schedule: Friday, 07th February 2025
Venue: F 2 Block Auditorium, Amity University Sector 125, Noida Campus
Timings |
Activities |
11:00 AM- 11:03 AM |
Invoking & Lightening of the Lamp |
11:03 AM- 11:10 AM |
Welcome & Felicitations |
11:10 AM- 11:14 AM |
Introducing the Conference by Co-Chair, Prof (Dr) M Sajnani, Dean, Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism, Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Noida, India |
11:14 AM- 11:20 AM |
Welcome Address by Conference Chair, Prof (Dr) Balvinder Shukla, Vice Chancellor, Amity University Uttar Pradesh (AUUP) |
11:20AM- 11:32 AM |
Address by Prof. S.P. Bansal, Vice Chancellor, Himachal Pradesh Central University & President ITHC |
11:32 AM- 11:45 AM |
Address by Prof. Cina Van Zyl, President, International Tourism Studies Association (ITSA) |
11:45 AM- 11:55 AM |
Visionary and Leadership Thoughts by Dr Atul Chauhan, Chancellor, Amity University Uttar Pradesh (AUUP) |
11:55 AM- 12:10 PM |
Address by Dr. Omar Valdez, Executive Director United Nations Tourism (UNWTO) Academy |
12:10 PM- 12:30 PM |
Address by Chief Guest, Hon’ble Union Minister of Tourism & Culture, Government of India (Confirmation Awaited) |
12:30 PM- 12:45 PM |
“Way Ahead and Road Map for the future” Address by Dr Ashok Chauhan, Hon’ble Founder President, Amity Education and Research Group |
12:45 PM-01:00 PM |
Award Ceremony |
01:00 PM- 01:05 PM |
Vote of Thanks |
01:05 PM |
Inauguration of National Tourism Expo in Collaboration with TIA (Tourism India Alliance) |
ITSA CONFERENCE ON
Bridging the Gaps in Tourism Knowledge and Practice: Sustainable Development , Regenerative Tourism , Digital Eco-Systems and Green Investments
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AMITY UNIVERSITY UTTAR PRADESH, NOIDA, INDIA
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FACULTY OF HOSPITALITY & TOURISM
07th-09th February 2025 (Tentative)
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Day 1 (Thursday) February 06th , 2025 |
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09:30 AM- 10:30 AM |
F-2 Block Foyer |
Registration for Pre-Conference Workshop I & II |
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10:30 AM- 12:30 PM |
F-2 Block Seminar Hall |
Pre-Conference Workshop I- Destination Management Specialist |
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12:30 PM- 01:30 PM |
Lunch Break |
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02:30 PM- 04:30 PM |
F-2 Block Seminar Hall |
Pre- Conference Workshop II- UNWTO Academy |
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04:30 PM- 06:00 PM |
F-2 Block Foyer |
Registration for Young Researchers Marathon & Participants of Tourism Mela (Fair) |
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EVENING AT LEISURE- CULTURAL & TOURISM ACTIVITIES |
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Day 2 (Friday) February 07th ,2025 |
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09:00 AM onwards |
F-2 Block Foyer |
Conference Registration & Networking |
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09:30 AM- 10:00 AM |
F-2 Block Seminar Hall |
ITSA Board Meeting |
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TEA/COFFEE BREAK |
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10:15 AM- 11:00 AM |
I-2 Block Auditorium |
PRE-INAUGURAL SESSION Address by:- Key Note Speaker |
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11:00 AM- 01:05 PM |
I-2 Block Auditorium |
INAUGURAL SESSION |
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LUNCH |
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02:00 PM- 03:30 PM |
F-2 Block Seminar Hall |
TECHNICAL SESSIONS-I -Tourism & Sustainability Parallel Session I- Green Investments & Global Technological Innovations |
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F-2 Block MDP Room |
Parallel Session II- Managing Sustainability in Tourism through Destination- A legacy For Future |
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F-3 Block Seminar Hall |
Parallel Session III- Green Tourism- A Global Work towards Sustainability |
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F-3 Block MDP Room |
Parallel Session IV- Technological Advancement in Tourism Hospitality & Aviation |
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F-2 Block Room No. 204 |
Research Session Part-I Young Researcher Marathon (Hybrid Mode) |
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03:30 PM |
TEA/COFFEE BREAK |
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04:00 PM- 05:30 PM |
F-2 Block Seminar Hall |
TECHNICAL SESSIONS-II Knowledge Economics & Knowledge Management Parallel Session V- Tourism Consumer Behavior : Changing Dynamics & Related Challenges |
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F-2 Block MDP Room |
Parallel Session VI- Tourism Economics- Metrics & Measurements |
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F-3 Block Seminar Hall |
Parallel Session VII- Entrepreneurship in Tourism & Hospitality – Issues & Challenges |
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F-3 Block MDP Room |
Parallel Session VIII- Culinary Arts & gastronomy : Niche Experiences |
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F-3 Block MDP Room |
Research Session Part- II Young Researchers Marathon (Hybrid Mode) |
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06:00 PM- 07:00 PM |
F-2 Block Room No. 204 |
Cultural Programme by Amity Students |
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07:30 PM |
Conference Dinner for Invited Speakers & Participants |
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DAY 3 (SATURDAY ) , February 08th 2025 |
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09:00 AM-10:00 AM |
Registration & Networking |
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10:00 AM- 10:30 AM |
Address by Keynote Speakers |
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10:30 AM- 11:30 AM |
Young Scholars & Philip Pearce TRINERGY Program (ITSA-IJTC) |
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TEA/COFFEE BREAK |
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11:45 AM- 1:30 PM |
F-2 Block Seminar Hall |
TECHNICAL SESSIONS- III – Destination Management : Global Perspectives Parallel Session IX- Tourism Impact Assessment : Tools & Challenges |
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F-2 Block MDP Room |
Parallel Session X- Private Public Partnership : Stakeholders’ perspectives |
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F-3 Block Seminar Hall |
Parallel Session XI- Destination Plannings & Development: Issues & Challenges |
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F-3 Block MDP Room |
Parallel Session XII- Rural Tourism & Pro-Poor Tourism: Case reflections |
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F-3 Block MDP Room |
Research Session Part- III- Young Researcher Marathon |
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LUNCH |
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02:30 PM- 03:30 PM |
F-2 Block Seminar Hall |
Parallel Session XIII- Tourism & Hospitality/ Education – Multi Disciplinary Issue |
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Parallel Session XIV- IJTC- Information meeting for Potential Authors, reviewers board members & all others interested in IJTC |
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TEA/COFFEE BREAK |
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03:45 PM- 05:15 PM |
F-2 Block Auditorium |
VALEDICTORY SESSION |
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03:45 PM- 03:55 PM |
Welcome of the Guests |
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03:55 PM- 04:10 PM |
Conference Outcome Report |
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04:10 PM- 04:25 PM |
Address by Vice Chancellor & Conference Chair |
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04:25 PM- 04:40 PM |
F-2 Block Auditorium |
Address by Guest of Honor |
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04:40 PM- 05:00 PM |
Address by Chief Guest |
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05:00 PM- 05:15 PM |
Blessings by Hon’ble Founder President Sir |
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05:15 PM-05:20 PM |
Vote of Thanks |
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05:20 PM |
High Tea & Good Bye |
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Day 04 – Post Conference Tour- Agra Visit (For Registered Participants Only) Or Jaipur Visit Or New Delhi Sightseeing Visit |
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Faculty of Hospitality & Tourism (FHT) in collaboration with UN Tourism
Organises
A One Day Workshop on
Sustainable Tourism: A Blueprint for a Greener Future
Brief Description of the workshop:
Sustainable tourism is not just a trend; it's a blueprint for creating a more environmentally friendly and socially responsible travel industry. This workshop, "Sustainable Tourism: A Blueprint for a Greener Future," explores innovative approaches and best practices that aim to reduce the environmental impact of tourism while fostering positive relationships with local communities and cultures.
Participants will learn about the latest strategies for sustainable travel, including eco-friendly transportation, responsible waste management, and the importance of supporting local economies. The workshop also addresses the critical role of conservation in tourism, highlighting the ways in which the industry can protect wildlife and preserve natural habitats.
Through engaging discussions, hands-on activities, and case studies, attendees will gain valuable insights into how sustainable tourism practices can be implemented in real-world scenarios. This workshop provides the tools and knowledge to help you contribute to a greener and more sustainable future for tourism. Join us as we create a blueprint for responsible and impactful travel that benefits both people and the planet.
Proposed Programme Schedule
09:20 -10:30 |
Registration |
10:30 – 12:30 |
Pre-Conference Workshop I- Destination Management Specialist |
12:30 -14:30 |
Tea Break |
14:30 – 16:30 |
Pre- Conference Workshop II- UNWTO Academy |
Fees Details
Registration fee Category |
Early Bird (USD)for International Delegates till 20th November 2024 |
Early Bird (INR) (Excluding Conference Dinner) |
Post 20th November International Delegate (USD) |
Post 20th November National Delegate (INR) |
Workshop Participation |
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UNWTO Academy |
25 |
1000 |
35 |
1500 |
Destination Management |
30 |
1000 |
40 |
1500 |
Research Journal Writing |
25 |
1000 |
35 |
1500 |
S.No. |
Registration Fee Category |
Early Bird before 20th November 2024 |
Post 20th November 2024 |
Early Bird Indian Delegates before 20th November 2024 |
Indian Delegates |
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Physical Attendance |
Virtual Attendance |
Physical Attendance |
Virtual Attendance |
Physical Attendance |
Virtual Attendance |
Physical Attendance |
Virtual Attendance |
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1 |
ITSA Member |
USD $250 |
USD $60 |
USD $300 |
USD $ 60 |
INR 3000 |
INR 1800 |
INR 4000 |
INR 2500 |
2 |
Non ITSA Member |
UDS $300 |
USD $75 |
USD $330 |
USD $ 85 |
INR 3000 |
INR 2000 |
INR 4000 |
INR 2500 |
3 |
Research Scholar/ PG Student/Young Researchers Marathon |
USD $ 80 |
USD $ 40 |
USD $ 100 |
USD $ 50 |
INR 2000 |
INR 1200 |
INR 2500 |
INR 1500 |
4 |
Workshop Registration |
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a. UNWTO Academy |
USD $ 35 |
USD $ 20 |
USD $ 45 |
USD $ 25 |
INR 1000 |
INR 750 |
INR 1250 |
INR 900 |
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b. Destination Management |
USD $ 35 |
USD $ 20 |
USD $ 45 |
USD $ 25 |
INR 1000 |
INR 750 |
INR 1250 |
INR 900 |
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c. Research Journal Writing |
USD $ 35 |
USD $ 20 |
USD $ 45 |
USD $ 25 |
INR 1000 |
INR 750 |
INR 1250 |
INR 900 |
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Participation Fees for Amity Students |
Rs. 500/ |
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Participation Fees for Non Amity Students- Certificate & Lunch included |
Rs. 1000/ |
* Excluding Accommodation for all category of Registered Conference Delegates
*Conference Gala Dinner & Post Conference Tour is applicable on only Fully Paid (USD) & registered International ITSA / Non ITSA member/ Developing /Third World Countries participants.
* National Registered Participants for Networking during Gala Dinner can also register by making additional payment & registration as applicable (INR 4000 for Gala Dinner and INR 2000 for Post Conference Tour )
Cancellation/ Refund Policy for Conference participants
A refund will be made against any cancellations after deducting the processing fee of US$50 for all requests received in writing before 31st December 2024. All cancellations received after 31st December 2024 shall be considered as non-refundable but can be transferred to another person from the same category and from the same Institution/ University provided if request is received before 30th November 2024. In such a case there will be a penalty of US$70 as processing charge.
Name of Committee Member |
Affiliation --University/College |
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Prof. Prashant Gautam |
Professor, Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management, Panjab University Chandigarh, India |
2 |
Prof. Sunil Kabia |
Professor Tourism and Hospitality Management and Director, IQAC, Bundelkhand University , Jhansi UP India |
3 |
Prof. Parikshat Manhas |
Chairman ,Jammu & Kashmir Board of School Education & Professor, The Business School, University of Jammu, India |
4 |
Prof S C Bagri |
Former Vice Chancellor Himgiri Zee University and Dean, School of Tourism and Hotel Management, HNB Garhwal Central University, Garhwal, India |
5 |
Prof. Mohinder Chand |
Professor Tourism and Hospitality Management , Department of Tourism and Hotel Management, Kurukshetra University, Haryana India |
6 |
Prof Evangelos Christhou |
Professor of Marketing and Dean, Faculty of Economics and Business, International Hellenic University , Greece |
7 |
Prof. Deepak Chhabra |
School of Community Resources & Development Arizona State University, USA |
8 |
Prof Shirley Guevarra |
Professor Tourism and Hospitality Management , University of Phillipines, |
9 |
Prof. H.E. Parsa |
Baron Hilton Chair in Lodging and Professor,Daniels College of Business, University of Denver, Colorado , US |
10 |
Christof Pforr |
Professor at Curtin University Perth Western Australia |
11 |
Prof. Cinà van Zyl |
University of South Africa, South Africa |
12 |
Assoc. Prof. Vanessa Gaitree Gowreesunkar |
Indian Institute of Management Sirmaur, India |
13 |
Prof. Alastair M. Morrison |
University of Greenwich, UK |
14 |
Prof. J.Coca-Stefaniak |
University of Greenwich, UK |
15 |
Dr. Jithendran Kokkranikal |
University of Greenwich, UK |
16 |
Prof. Lina Zhong |
Beijing International Studies University, China |
17 |
Dr. Cristina Maxim |
University of West London, UK |
18 |
Assoc. Prof. Jonathon Day |
Purdue University, USA |
19 |
Assoc. Prof. Cláudia Seabra |
University of Coimbra, Portugal |
20 |
Asst. Prof. Ye Shen |
Cal Poly University, USA |
Prof. Lav Kush Mishra, Department of Tourism, BR Ambedkar University, Agra, U.P.
Mr. Abhishek Gupta, Executive Director, Indian Convention Promotion Board
Prof. Manoj Dixit, Vice Chancellor, Maharaja Ganga Singh University, Bikaner, Rajasthan
Mr. Sanjeet, Director, Durga Das Publications Pvt. Ltd. (DDPL)
Prof. Deepak Raj Gupta, School of Hospitality & Tourism Management, University of Jammu, Jammu, India
Mr. Naveen Rizvi, Executive Director, Integrated Conference and Event Management-ICE
Prof. Dr. Sarah Hussain- Head Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi.
Mr. Runeep Sanga, Executive Director, Pacific Asia Travel Association
Mr. Rajiv Mehra, President, Indian Association of Tour Operators
Prof. Manjula Chaudhary, Dept. of Tourism & Hotel Management, Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra, India
Mr. Vikas Khanduri, Director, Viva Voyages
YOUNG RESEARCHERS MARATHON PARTICIPANTS
Early Bird Registration (Before 20th November 2024) USD 80 / INR 1200
Registration (Post 20th November 2024) USD 100 / INR 2000
Note: Publication Processing fees will be additional, subject to the Publication Journal Policy.
Workshop Participation |
Early Bird (USD)for International Delegates till 20th November 2024 |
Early Bird (INR) (Excluding Conference Dinner) |
Post 20th November International Delegate (USD) |
Post 20th November National Delegate (INR) |
UNWTO Academy |
25 |
1000 |
35 |
1500 |
Destination Management |
30 |
1000 |
40 |
1500 |
Research Journal Writing |
25 |
1000 |
35 |
1500 |
All foreign nationals entering India are required to possess a valid international travel document in the form of a national passport with a valid visa from an Indian Mission/Post or eVisa (Limited Categories) from Bureau of Immigration, Ministry of Home Affairs.
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Conference Organizing Committe
Prof. Dr. M. Sajnani- 9811228801
Prof. Dr. Pranshu Chomplay - 9810569251
Prof. Dr. Rajnish Shukla- 9971992503
Dr. Swati Sharma- 9899598629
Dr. Manoj Sharma-9216091123
Email Id: itsaamity2025@amity.edu
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