3rd International Conference on
Leisure and Tourism
"Smart Tourism and Leisure Management for Sustainable Destinations"
Paper/Abstract Submission Deadline :
Call for Papers
As a scientific research conference organizer, the Global Academic Research Institute is proudly organizing the International Conference on Leisure and Tourism (ICLT 2027) under the theme of “Smart Tourism and Leisure Management for Sustainable Destinations”. Submissions are now open for oral and poster presentations of all scholars worldwide.
Two types of submissions are invited:
1. Full papers reporting on original & unpublished research
2. Work-in-progress papers or Abstract or Case Studies or Projects
Leisure and tourism are highly related topics. Researchers, industry professionals, and experts who are in this field need in-depth understanding, it’s important to share knowledge with others due to newly generated physical and psychological inspiration.
For abstract submission fill in the online submission form or contact helpdesk@gariteam.com. Presentation time allocated 20 mins (15 mins presentation 05 mins questions),
All Selected papers will be published in different Journals
GARI International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research (www.research.lk) International Journal of Economics & Sustainable Development (Online: ISSN 2513-261x) as well as GARI Digital Research Library
Print & Online proceedings Book will include "Extended Abstracts" should be at least three pages, but not more than five pages in length including the references. The word limit is 1000 - 1200 words.
Note - Offer certificate for co-authors & All Participant Delegates
Virtual Delegate Presentation (via ZOOM platform) is available at the conference & All the presentations LIVE STREAM on Facebook. After the event, We post the Print Certificate & Proceeding after the Conference
Important Dates
- Paper/Abstract submission deadline : 31st January 2027
- Notification of acceptance : Within 21 Days (+/-3)
- Full paper submission deadline : 31st March 2027
- Registration Deadline : 12th March 2027
- Conference Date :
Scope
Sustainable Tourism & Responsible Travel
- Ecotourism, nature-based tourism & biodiversity conservation
- Community-based tourism (CBT) & benefit-sharing mechanisms
- Carbon-neutral tourism, net-zero destinations & climate action
- Plastic-free, zero-waste & circular tourism models
- Sustainable certification, eco-labels & green standards
- Overtourism vs. undertourism: Carrying capacity & destination management
- Regenerative tourism & restorative travel experiences
- Tourism’s role in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Leisure Behavior, Psychology & Quality of Life
- Leisure motivations, constraints & negotiation strategies
- Serious leisure, casual leisure & project-based leisure
- Well-being, mental health & restorative effects of leisure
- Leisure across the lifespan (children, youth, adults, older adults)
- Work-leisure balance, burnout & vacation culture
- Time-use studies & leisure participation patterns
- Solitary leisure, social leisure & community connectedness
- Positive psychology & flow experiences in leisure activities
Destination Management, Marketing & Branding
- Destination branding, storytelling & image formation
- Digital marketing, social media & influencer tourism
- Tourist behavior, decision-making & travel personas
- Destination governance, stakeholder collaboration & DMOs
- Crisis management & destination resilience (pandemics, disasters)
- Tourist satisfaction, loyalty & repeat visitation
- Destination competitiveness & performance metrics
- Smart destinations & technology-enabled visitor management
Heritage, Cultural & Creative Tourism
- Cultural heritage tourism (monuments, museums, historic sites)
- Intangible heritage tourism (festivals, crafts, performing arts)
- Creative tourism (hands-on workshops, co-creation experiences)
- Dark tourism, thanatourism & difficult heritage sites
- Religious, pilgrimage & spiritual tourism
- Indigenous tourism & cultural protocols
- Film-induced tourism & literary tourism
- Gastronomy tourism, wine tourism & culinary experiences
Adventure, Sport & Special Interest Tourism
- Adventure tourism (trekking, mountaineering, rafting, diving)
- Extreme sports tourism & risk management
- Sports event tourism (Olympics, World Cups, marathons)
- Wellness tourism (spa, yoga, Ayurveda, medical wellness)
- Rural tourism, agritourism & farm stays
- Wildlife tourism, safari & marine tourism
- Volunteer tourism (voluntourism) & gap year travel
- LGBTQ+ tourism, disability-accessible tourism & inclusive travel
Urban, Event & MICE Tourism
- Urban tourism & city branding
- Mega-events (Expos, cultural festivals, carnivals)
- Business tourism: Meetings, Incentives, Conferences & Exhibitions (MICE)
- Convention centers, exhibition spaces & business travel infrastructure
- Nightlife economy, entertainment districts & 24-hour cities
- Festival tourism (music, arts, food, film festivals)
- Legacy & impact assessment of hallmark events
- Post-event destination transformation & urban regeneration
Tourism Technology, Innovation & Future Trends
- Artificial intelligence (AI) in travel planning & customer service
- Virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR) & immersive travel experiences
- Online travel agencies (OTAs), metasearch & revenue management
- Sharing economy platforms (Airbnb, Uber, experiences)
- Biometrics, facial recognition & seamless travel (airports, borders)
- Robotics, automation & contactless hospitality
- Big data, predictive analytics & tourist movement tracking
- Metaverse tourism & digital destinations
Registration Fees
| Participant | Amount |
| Delegate Presenter / Author (Oral) | 290 EURO |
| Delegate Student Presenter / Author (Oral) | 260 EURO |
| Virtual Delegate | 230 EURO |
| Accompanying Person / Delegate Listener | 260 EURO |
| E-Poster Presentation (Remote Delegate) | 175 EURO |