... a PRISMA 2020-guided systematic literature review and conceptual framework development approach. A total of 103 peer-reviewed studies indexed in Scopus and Web of Science were analyzed. The review synthesizes literature on smart tourism, Hospitality 4.0, digital transformation and creative tourism...

... growth and cultural immersion dissolve. Digital transformation Artificial intelligence in tourism Experiential tourism Gastronomy tourism Accessible tourism Environmental sustainability Psychological well-being Consumer behavior This theme issue specifically seeks to address a central...

... processes (Oikonomou et al., 2018), as well as upgrade its IT infrastructure (Oikonomou, 2023). The implementation and use of new technologies and innovative tools in most hotels, remains at a moderate stage, as the industry lags behind in digital transformation (Ballerini et al., 2024...

... not in isolation but as a response to a complex interplay of global, regional, and local factors. The research will navigate various facets of tourism – from digital transformation to the rise of sustainable and experiential travel – to sketch a detailed portrait of contemporary tourists in Asia (Casais and Castro...

... this special issue of the Worldwide Hospitality and Tourism Themes, ensuring that all key aspects of digital transformation, experiential travel, sustainable practices and wellness tourism are covered. Design/methodology/approach The study employs a qualitative synthesis approach, reviewing findings from...

... in the UAE. Another key finding is that digital transformation, operational efficiency and sustainability are the innovation drivers in hospitality. Originality/value Using the UAE as a case in point, the study highlights the importance of an innovation mindset which the hospitality and tourism industry...

... not only the education sector but entire industries – education being only one of them. The maritime sector has some specific technologies that will drive digital transformation of business models. Maritime educational institutions around the world will need to be prepared to respond rapidly...

... and tourism trends are: the unstoppable digital transformation of the travel industry; the dominance of travel online for information and bookings; advancing complexity in traveller acquisition; and new tourism power is in the East. Practical implications The paper clarifies a number of potential issues...