CONFTOUR 2026

The Tourism Department of Economic Faculty is pleased to announce the Shkodra University “Luigj Gurakuqi” Conference on Tourism, which aims to provide a scholarly platform for critical reflection, knowledge sharing and collaborative solutions among academics, professionals, policy makers and the community.

As tourism faces rapid digitalization, growing demands for sustainability, and a shift toward a more meaningful and responsible travel experiences, this conference invites critical reflection, innovative research, and practical insights into shaping the future of the sector.
This conference aims to provide an interdisciplinary academic platform for scholars, researchers, and students to critically examine emerging trends and future pathways in tourism development. By bringing together diverse perspectives, the conference seeks to explore how tourism can evolve in ways that are innovative, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable.
 

Call for Papers

The organizing committee invites original research papers, conceptual studies, case studies, and review papers that address current issues and future directions in tourism. Submissions from undergraduate and postgraduate students, early-career researchers, and academics are also welcome.
 

Conference Objectives

• To examine emerging trends shaping the future of tourism
• To discuss the role of digital technologies in transforming tourism experiences and management
• To explore sustainable and meaningful tourism models that benefit communities, destinations, and visitors
• To encourage dialogue between academia and industry
• To promote collaboration among students and researchers

Suggested (but not limited) conference tracks:

•  Sustainable and Responsible Tourism
• Climate Change and Environmental Impacts on Tourism
• Digital Transformation, Trends, Innovation, and Smart Tourism
• Future Tourist Behavior and Emerging Markets
• Destination Marketing and Experiences
• Urban Tourism, Policies and Planning
• Community-Based, Local Development and Inclusive Tourism
• Cultural Heritage and Creative Tourism
• Hospitality Innovation and Experience Design
• New Business Models, Entrepreneurship and Economic Impact
•  Education, Skills, and the Future Tourism Workforce

Submission Guidelines (templates are part of the conference link)

• Abstract length: 250–300 words

• Keywords: 3–5 keywords

• Format: Word or PDF

• Language: English & Albanian

Important Dates:

Participants should send their abstracts, according to the Guidelines at the address: conftour2026@unishk.edu.al

Full scientific papers will be published in Conference Proceedings with e-ISSN or at the University of Shkodra Bulletin – Series of Economic Sciences with ISSN number 2411-4960.

Participation in the conference is free of charge.

Conference language: Albanian, English

Participation: Hybrid (in person and online)