Tourist Behaviour and the New Normal, Volume I

This book delves into tourist behavior and sustainable tourism, especially in the post-pandemic era. Amid the pandemic, Ukraine-Russia tensions, social shifts, geopolitical changes, and climate concerns, the tourism industry has witnessed significant shifts in travel patterns. The sector now grapples with newfound complexities driven by emerging tourism experiences, niche markets, and technology-driven services. Interestingly, these complexities have paved the way for more sustainable consumption patterns. Contributors in Volume I explore the tourism industry’s enhanced resilience. The book suggests solutions across nine thematic areas aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. In summary, it explores the evolving landscape of tourist behavior and its implications for tourism resilience in a rapidly changing world.

Shem Wambugu Maingi, is a Lecturer and researcher in Tourism Management at the Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management at Kenyatta University in Kenya. He serves as Associate Editor at the International Journal of Tourism Cities. Dr Shem Maingi has widely published in Scopus indexed journals and books.

Vanessa GB Gowreesunkar, an Associate Professor and Vice President of the International Tourism Studies Association at the Indian Institute of Management, Sirmaur, India is a versatile researcher in tourism. She serves as Associate Editor at the Emerald International Journal of Tourism Cities, and her editorial roles extend to several scientific journals. Vanessa boasts publications in Scopus Indexed journals, books, research articles and book chapters. Recognized for her research contributions and empowerment efforts, she recently received the Global Women Leadership Award from the Ministry of MSME (Government of India), WASME, and SME Street Foundation.

Maximiliano E Korstanje, a Senior Researcher in the Department of Economics at the University of Palermo, Argentina, holds key editorial roles including Editor in Chief of the International Journal of Safety and Security in Tourism and Editor in Chief Emeritus of the International Journal of Cyber Warfare and Terrorism. He’s affiliated with various academic institutions globally and has a prolific record of over 1200 published papers and 35 books. He co-edits nearly 10 specialized journals and contributes to approximately 30 journals covering topics like human rights, mobility, tourism, and terrorism.