About Us
The Asia-Pacific Hospitality and Tourism Research Journal (The Host) embodies the spirit of collaboration and knowledge sharing that is essential for the advancement of the field hospitality and tourism. This journal serves as a vital platform for disseminating high-quality, peer-reviewed research that addresses the critical issues and opportunities shaping this vibrant sector. The Host provides a forum for researchers, academics, and industry professionals to share their findings, fostering innovation and collaboration within the Asia-Pacific hospitality and tourism landscape.
Our focus is on applied research with practical implications, contributing to the advancement of knowledge and the improvement of industry practices. We welcome submissions that explore a wide range of topics relevant to the region, including but not limited to sustainable tourism, technological advancements, consumer behavior, and strategic management., product development , biodiversity, heritage tourism, management and operation The Host aims to be a leading resource for evidence-based insights, shaping the future of hospitality and tourism in the Asia-Pacific region.
Research Areas and Focus
The journal welcomes original scholarly contributions that address, but are not limited to, the following key areas:
Economic, Social, and Environmental Responsibility in Tourism
– Economic responsibility frameworks and their implementation in tourism contexts
– Socio-cultural responsibility practices and community-tourism dynamics
– Environmental responsibility initiatives and their measurable impacts on destinations
– Integration of triple bottom line approaches in tourism development
Responsible Tourism Behaviors and Practices
– Responsible traveler behavior patterns and motivational factors
– Cultural sensitivity and cross-cultural competence in tourism encounters
– Heritage site management and visitor responsibility frameworks
– Sustainable consumption patterns and waste reduction strategies in tourism
Stakeholder Collaboration and Value Co-creation
– Multi-stakeholder governance models in sustainable tourism development
– Community participation and empowerment in tourism planning processes
– Public-private partnerships for responsible tourism initiatives
– Educational institution roles in promoting responsible tourism practices
– Business organization strategies for implementing responsible tourism principles
Policy, Strategy, and Implementation
– Policy frameworks linking responsible tourism with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
– Case studies of successful responsible tourism implementation across diverse contexts
– Strategic initiatives for destination sustainability and resilience
– Local context adaptation of global responsible tourism principles
– Impact assessment methodologies for responsible tourism interventions
Scope and Contribution
The journal adopts an interdisciplinary approach, welcoming contributions from diverse academic fields including tourism studies, sustainability science, development studies, anthropology, geography, business management, environmental studies, and policy analysis. All geographical regions and tourism typologies are within scope, from mass tourism to niche market segments.
Manuscripts should demonstrate clear theoretical and/or methodological advancement while providing practical implications for tourism management, policy development, or industry practice. Critical perspectives and innovative approaches to responsible tourism theory and practice are especially encouraged.
Article Types
The journal publishes peer-reviewed research articles, comprehensive literature reviews, case studies, research notes, policy analyses, and book reviews. Special issues addressing contemporary challenges in responsible tourism may be commissioned periodically.