Date

16-17 APRIL 2026

Location and venue

Lusófona University

Lisbon, Portugal

Introduction

The International Conference on Tourism Research (ICTR) is an established academic conference that has been held annually for eight years, providing a significant platform for scholars, researchers, and professionals to share and discuss the latest developments, challenges, and innovations in the field of tourism.

The conference is characterized by its broad interdisciplinary scope, aiming to advance the understanding of tourism as a dynamic and multifaceted phenomenon with economic, social, cultural, and environmental dimensions.

The conference serves as a vital forum for advancing the understanding of tourism and its multifaceted impacts. Through its comprehensive coverage of topics and its commitment to fostering academic and professional dialogue, the conference contributes to the ongoing development of tourism research and practice, with an emphasis on sustainable and responsible tourism.

The open access conference proceedings, published annually, provide valuable insights and are frequently cited by academics, policymakers, and industry professionals, underscoring the conference’s role in shaping the future of the future of tourism research.

Alongside the two-day conference will be the finals of the Inaugural Teaching Hospitality and Tourism Excellence Awards.