Conference Themes

A key feature of the conference will be the inclusion of a number of “keynote” addresses on issues concerning the planning and management of event and cultural tourism.  In addition, the following sub-themes will be offered in parallel sessions:

• Cultural Tourism

• Economic, socio-cultural and environmental impacts

• Tourist experiences

• Tourist motivations and behaviors

• Development of cultural tourism

• Hosts and guests

• Community participation

• Living heritage

• Destination image and branding

•  Event Tourism

• Economic, socio-cultural and environmental impacts

• Tourist experiences

• Tourist motivations and behaviors

• Development of event tourism

• Event management and sponsorship

• Destination image and branding

• Planning and marketing hallmark events