The Conference aims are:
1) To provide a platform for debate and dissemination of research findings, new research areas and techniques, conceptual developments, and papers with practical applications;
2) To scope out innovative thinking in traditional topics such as different types of tourism and tourists, their needs and expectations;
3) To promote collaborative interactions between senior and junior researchers. This will include mentoring by senior researchers in a Workshop for Junior Researchers (WJR);
4) To provide a platform for full paper presentations, that further mutual understanding of the research lines being developed by participants;
5) To provide examples of best/good practices and technological innovation.

The Conference theme “Competition and Innovation in Tourism: New Challenges in an Uncertain Environment" reflects the current situation of great uncertainty, which characterises tourism worldwide. Within this theme, the following specific topics have been identified:

• Innovation Strategies
• Knowledge Management Processes and Practices
• Innovation and Technology
• Entrepreneurship
• Organisation Innovation
• Territorial System and Cultural Heritage
• Market Changing
• Complexity, Planning and Development
• Environmental Risk and Security including Climate Change
• Others linked to the previous ones

Special sessions will be also organised for presenting ideas for future research projects and stimulating the interaction among potential partners.

Renaissance Naples Hotel mediterraneo is delighted to offer special rates for the event as follows:
Deluxe room double single use / double  € 139.00

*rate is per room per night and are inclusive of American Breakfast, Internet connection and VAT.

For futher info, please connect to the home page of the event