Urban Tourism and Hospitality: Communities, Culture, and Sustainability
A special issue of Urban Science (ISSN 2413-8851).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 1 September 2026 | Viewed by 191
Special Issue Editors
Interests: food; food safety; gastronomy; culinary knowledge; hospitality management; sustainable tourism; attitudes and resourcefulness of chefs regarding food waste
Interests: sustainable tourism; well-being and tourism employees; impact of tourism development on local communities; travel behaviour; competitiveness of tourism destinations
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Interests: cultural tourism; event management; cultural heritage; wine tourism; selective forms of tourism; cultural policy; creative industries
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Urban tourism and hospitality management have become increasingly important in shaping sustainable, resilient, and inclusive cities. As urban areas attract a growing share of global travellers, the intersection of tourism and hospitality with urban planning, governance, culture, and technology is gaining prominence. This Special Issue seeks to explore the opportunities and challenges posed by urban tourism, focusing on how destinations can balance economic growth with sustainability, local community well-being, and cultural preservation. Contributions that examine the role of innovation, digitalization, and smart technologies in reshaping urban experiences are encouraged, as are studies addressing issues such as overtourism, environmental pressures, and social inclusion.
We particularly welcome interdisciplinary research that integrates perspectives from tourism studies, hospitality management, urban planning, and sustainability science. Both conceptual and empirical studies are invited, including case studies, comparative analyses, and policy-oriented contributions. By bringing together diverse insights, this Special Issue aims to foster a deeper understanding of how cities can manage tourism and hospitality in ways that enhance competitiveness, improve quality of life, and contribute to long-term sustainable urban development.
We look forward to receiving your original research articles and reviews.
Dr. Nikola Vuksanović
Dr. Dunja Demirović Bajrami
Prof. Dr. Tatjana D. Pivac
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- urban tourism
- hospitality management
- sustainable cities
- smart tourism and digitalization
- urban regeneration
- overtourism and carrying capacity
- community well-being
- cultural heritage and urban identity
- tourism policy and governance
- visitor experience in cities
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