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The School of Hospitality, Tourism and Events, Taylor’s University, Malaysia, and ISTHIA - Université Toulouse - Jean Jaurès, France, in collaboration with Villa College, Maldives, are proud to announce the 9th Asia-Euro Conference 2026. After successfully hosting five editions in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, under the auspices of Taylor’s University, one in Gwalior, India, hosted by the Indian Institute of Tourism and Travel Management, one in Manila, Philippines, at Far Eastern University, and the 8th edition in Toulouse, France, at University Toulouse - Jean Jaurès, the conference now moves to Villa College, Maldives, which will host this prestigious event in 2026.

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This conference will explore a diverse range of topics related to tourism, hospitality, and gastronomy, focusing on sustainability, innovation, and resilience in an evolving global landscape. The organizers invite scholars, researchers, and industry professionals to submit extended abstracts, research papers, and posters aligned with the theme "Redefining Impact: Advancing Sustainable Innovation for the Future."

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22nd Graduate Research Colloquium

held in parallel with the 9th Asia Euro Conference 2026

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The 22nd Graduate Research Colloquium provides a platform for emerging scholars to present their research, engage in critical discussions, and connect with academics and professionals in their field. Held alongside the 9th Asia Euro Conference, this colloquium encourages academic exchange and intellectual growth, offering graduate students the opportunity to receive constructive feedback on their work. With a focus on diverse research themes, the colloquium creates a valuable space for dialogue, collaboration, and the advancement of knowledge. Participants will have the chance to engage with leading experts while refining their research within a supportive academic environment.

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Extended Abstract Template

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(kindly click on the icon to download template)

Extended Abstract Submission Deadline:

30th November 2025

Notification of Extended Abstract acceptance:

Within 2 weeks of submission

Camera-Ready Extended Abstract Submission by

15 February 2026

Registration & Payment Deadline:

31st March 2026

*Registration will only be confirmed upon successful receipt of full payment.

Sub Themes of Invited Papers

 

Tourism

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  • Sustainable tourism development

  • Regenerative tourism

  • Nature-based tourism

  • Destination management

  • Urban and regional tourism planning

  • Community-based tourism

  • Heritage tourism

  • Cultural tourism marketing

  • Wildlife and adventure tourism

  • Adventure and ecological tourism

  • Marine and coastal areas tourism

  • Climate change impacts on tourism

  • Sustainable tourism adaptation strategies

  • Tourism’s role in climate action

  • Resilient tourism in small island developing states (SIDS)

  • Sustainable tourism policies for islands

  • Challenges and opportunities in island tourism

  • Impacts of overtourism on destinations

  • Strategies for managing visitor numbers

  • Promoting responsible and low-impact tourism

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Hospitality

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  • Sustainable hospitality practices

  • Carbon-neutral hospitality operations

  • Energy-efficient hospitality design

  • Water conservation in hospitality

  • Circular economy in hospitality

  • Sustainable supply chain management

  • AI, big data, and personalization

  • Digitalization and hospitality

  • Smart technology in customer experience

  • Hotel business operations

  • Strategic management in hospitality

  • Hospitality project planning

  • Crisis management in hospitality

  • Risk assessment and emergency preparedness

  • Customer experience management during crises

  • Health and wellbeing tourism

  • Nature-inspired hospitality experiences

  • Personalized guest experiences

 

Gastronomy

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  • Sustainable food systems

  • Regenerative gastronomy

  • Climate-conscious culinary practices

  • Food waste management

  • Culinary innovation and technology

  • Food production and service

  • Digital transformation in food and beverage management

  • Nutrition and gastronomy for health tourism

  • Seasonal and local sourcing

  • Local food culture and heritage preservation

  • Gastronomy tourism

  • Gastronomy marketing strategies

  • Social and cultural sustainability through food

  • Food security

  • Sustainable supply chains in gastronomy

  • Ethical and responsible food sourcing

Who Should Attend?

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  • Academics and educators in tourism, hospitality, and food studies

  • Managers of hotels, restaurants, and tourism businesses

  • Trainers in tourism, hospitality, and food services

  • Researchers and industry consultants in tourism, hospitality, and food studies

  • Interregional organisations with an interest in the tourism, hospitality, and food industry

  • Administrators of tourism, hospitality, and food management educational programmes

  • Industry executives and representatives from multinational firms in tourism, hospitality, and food sectors

  • Financial institutions and investors in the tourism, hospitality, and food industries

  • Public policy makers shaping tourism, hospitality, and food sectors

  • Students in tourism, hospitality management, and food studies

Publication Opportunities

We are pleased to announce that all accepted and presented extended abstracts will be included in the e-ISBN Proceedings. Additionally, select extended abstracts, as determined by the Scientific Committee, will have the opportunity to be developed into full papers and submitted to one of the indexed journals listed below, in accordance with each journal’s submission policies. While this recognition reflects the quality of the work, selection does not guarantee publication. The full publication process—including submission, revisions, and correspondence with the journal—must be managed by the author(s) and will be subject to the journal’s policies, peer review process, and editorial decision.

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Web of Science Index Abbreviations

  • ESCI - Emerging Sources Citation Index

  • SSCI - Social Sciences Citation Index

Paper Submission Instruction

•    Extended abstracts submitted for review should be between 750 and 1,000 words, including five keywords and a maximum of 10 references.
•    The extended abstract should be formatted according to the template available [download now] and submitted in a MS-WORD format.  
•    Extended abstracts must be submitted via email to asiaeuro2026@gmail.com.
•    All extended abstracts will be reviewed by the Scientific Committee.
•    Once the extended abstract is accepted, at least one of the authors must register and present the research at the Conference.
•    Conference proceedings, including all extended abstracts, will be published online and emailed to all registered participants after the conference.
•    Selected extended abstracts will be considered for publication in the partner journals of the conference.

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