Tourism Microsymsposiums

Date
Microsymposiums organized as part of the
22nd Annual International Conference on Tourism
Abstract Submission Information
1
8-12 June 2026
Wellness Tourism
Academic Member Responsible:
Dr. Gregory T. Papanikos, President, Athens Institute.

The microsymposium will explore the multifaceted dimensions of spa tourism. As wellness tourism continues to grow globally, this event aims to foster dialogue on contemporary challenges and opportunities in the spa industry.
Deadline: 21 April 2026
2
8-12 June 2026
National Organizations and Policies for Promoting Tourism
Academic Member Responsible:
Dr. Gregory T. Papanikos, President, Athens Institute.

The microsymposiumim aims to explore how governments and national organizations design, implement, and evaluate policies that foster sustainable tourism development, enhance destination competitiveness, and stimulate economic growth. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to: tourism policy frameworks, national tourism boards, public-private partnerships, destination marketing strategies, cultural and heritage tourism promotion, infrastructure development, and the role of government initiatives in shaping travel and https://www.atiner.gr/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/toupol.jpg tourism trends. Contributions that provide empirical evidence, comparative analyses, case studies, or innovative policy recommendations are particularly welcome.
Deadline: 21 April 2026