International Conference on Tourism and Hospitality Management ICOHT on July 13-14, 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand

Theme: " Regenerating Tourism Paradigms: Intersections of Culture, Wellness, and Innovation”

CONFERENCE MAIN TRACKS

• Regenerative Tourism and Sustainability Practices

* Exploring community-based, circular, and low-impact tourism models.

1. Promotion of circular economy principles in tourism and hospitality operations

2. Integration of ecological restoration and biodiversity conservation into tourism planning

3. Case studies on community-owned and benefit-sharing tourism initiatives

4. Climate-responsive tourism development and carbon-neutral travel strategies

5. Metrics and methodologies for evaluating regenerative impact in tourism practices

• Cultural Heritage and Creative Tourism

*Preserving and promoting local identities through cultural innovation.

1. Sustainable heritage management and preservation of intangible cultural assets

2. Revitalizing traditional arts, crafts, and storytelling through immersive tourism

3. Cultural entrepreneurship and its role in destination branding

4. Engaging local communities in co-creation of creative tourism experiences

5. Cultural diplomacy and intercultural dialogue through tourism platforms

• Wellness, Health, and Spiritual Tourism

*Designing holistic travel experiences centered on well-being.

1.Designing integrated wellness retreats and healing destinations

2.Evidence-based research on the impact of wellness tourism on mental and physical health

3.Sacred sites, spiritual journeys, and mindfulness tourism

4.Nutrition, movement, and longevity tourism trends

5.Ethical considerations in commodifying wellness and spiritual experiences

• Smart Hospitality and Digital Transformation

*Leveraging AI, IoT, and immersive tech to shape hospitality futures.

1.Artificial Intelligence and automation in guest services and operations

2.Internet of Things (IoT) for enhanced personalization and operational efficiency

3.Virtual and augmented reality for immersive tourism marketing and experiences

4.Cybersecurity, data ethics, and privacy in digital hospitality

5.Smart destinations and intelligent infrastructure for urban and rural tourism

• Policy, Governance, and Inclusive Development

*Shaping ethical frameworks and inclusive strategies for resilient tourism.

1.Tourism policy reforms aligned with the UN SDGs and climate goals

2.Participatory governance models involving local communities and stakeholders

3.Gender equality, disability inclusion, and social justice in tourism policies

4.Crisis management, post-disaster recovery, and resilience planning

5.Public-private partnerships for sustainable destination development

• Human Capital and Education in Hospitality and Tourism

*Addressing workforce development, leadership, and educational innovation.

1.Re-skilling and upskilling the tourism workforce in a post-pandemic era

2.Future-ready tourism education: curriculum reform and experiential learning

3.Leadership development and talent retention in hospitality sectors

4.Role of educational institutions in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship

5.Bridging academia-industry gaps through collaborative learning ecosystems

Name: TIIKM (The International Institute of Knowledge Management)
Website: https://tiikm.com/
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