Submissions
Submission Preparation Checklist
Authors must confirm the following requirements before proceeding with the submission. Please check each item to indicate that you have read and agree to comply with these conditions.
General Requirements
☐ The submission has not been previously published, nor is it currently under consideration by another journal (or an explanation has been provided in the Cover Letter).
☐ The manuscript file is in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx).
☐ The text is 1.5 line-spaced, uses 12-point Times New Roman font, and employs italics rather than underlining for emphasis.
☐ The manuscript adheres to the stylistic and formatting requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.
☐ The word count is within the limits specified for the selected section type.
Manuscript Preparation
☐ The title page is provided as a separate file containing: article title, author name(s), affiliation(s), corresponding author's email, ORCID iD(s), and word count.
☐ The main manuscript file has been anonymized (blinded) by removing all author-identifying information for double-blind peer review.
☐ The abstract follows the required structure (Purpose, Methods, Findings, Implications, Originality) and word limit.
☐ Keywords (4–6) are provided in lowercase, separated by semicolons.
☐ All tables and figures are numbered consecutively and cited in the text.
References and Citations
☐ References follow the APA 7th Edition citation style.
☐ All in-text citations have corresponding entries in the reference list, and vice versa.
☐ DOIs or URLs are provided for all references where available.
Ethical Compliance
☐ The similarity index (plagiarism check) does not exceed 20%.
☐ All authors have read and approved the final manuscript and agree to its submission.
☐ For research involving human subjects, ethics committee approval has been obtained and is stated in the manuscript.
☐ Any potential conflicts of interest have been disclosed.
☐ If AI-assisted tools were used in writing, this has been disclosed in the manuscript.
Supporting Documents
☐ A cover letter is included stating the originality of the work, manuscript type, and significance of the research.
☐ High-resolution figures (minimum 300 dpi) are provided as separate files, if applicable.
For easier checklist, please download in pdf format here.
Original Research Articles
Original Research Articles present new and significant findings from empirical research in tourism, hospitality, and related fields. Submissions must demonstrate methodological rigor, theoretical contribution, and practical relevance. Both quantitative and qualitative research approaches are welcome, including mixed-methods studies. Articles should include a clear research problem, comprehensive literature review, detailed methodology, results, discussion, and conclusions with implications for theory and practice. All submissions undergo a double-blind peer review process. Topics may include but are not limited to destination management, tourist behavior, hospitality operations, sustainable tourism, digital transformation, MICE industry, halal tourism, and emerging trends in the global tourism sector.
Review Articles
Review Articles provide comprehensive, critical, and systematic analyses of existing literature on specific topics within tourism and hospitality studies. This section welcomes systematic literature reviews, meta-analyses, scoping reviews, and critical narrative reviews that synthesize current knowledge, identify research gaps, and propose future research directions. Authors should clearly state the review methodology, inclusion/exclusion criteria, and analytical framework used. Review articles are expected to cover a substantial body of literature (minimum 50 references for systematic reviews) and offer novel theoretical insights or conceptual frameworks. All submissions undergo a double-blind peer review process.
Case Studies
Case Studies present in-depth analyses of specific tourism destinations, hospitality establishments, events, policies, or organizational practices. This section aims to bridge theory and practice by examining real-world situations, challenges, and solutions in the tourism and hospitality industry. Case studies should provide rich contextual detail, clear problem identification, analytical discussion using relevant theoretical frameworks, and actionable recommendations or lessons learned. Both successful implementations and instructive failures are welcome. Authors are encouraged to include primary data collection (interviews, observations, documents) to enrich the analysis. All submissions undergo a double-blind peer review process.
Short Communications
Short Communications offer a platform for rapid dissemination of preliminary research findings, pilot studies, methodological innovations, or brief reports on emerging phenomena in tourism and hospitality. This section is ideal for time-sensitive topics, replication studies, negative results of scientific importance, or concise empirical notes that contribute to ongoing scholarly conversations. Submissions should include a brief introduction, methodology, key findings, and discussion of implications. While shorter in length, short communications must maintain scientific rigor and clarity. All submissions undergo an expedited double-blind peer review process to ensure timely publication.
Book Reviews
Book Reviews provide critical evaluations of recently published books (within the last 3 years) relevant to tourism, hospitality, and related disciplines. Reviews should summarize the book's main arguments, assess its strengths and weaknesses, evaluate its contribution to the field, and consider its relevance for researchers, students, and practitioners. Reviewers are encouraged to situate the book within broader scholarly debates and compare it with similar works. Book reviews are subject to editorial review only. Authors interested in reviewing a specific book should contact the Managing Editor with the book details and a brief statement of their qualifications to review the work.
Industry Perspectives
Industry Perspectives provides a platform for tourism and hospitality professionals, policymakers, and practitioners to share insights, experiences, and viewpoints on current industry challenges and opportunities. This section bridges the gap between academic research and professional practice by featuring thought leadership pieces, industry trend analyses, policy commentaries, best practice reports, and reflections on practical applications of research findings. Submissions should be well-argued, evidence-informed, and relevant to both academic and professional audiences. While not subject to formal peer review, all submissions undergo rigorous editorial review to ensure quality and relevance. We particularly welcome contributions from senior industry executives, government officials, and consultants with substantial experience in the tourism and hospitality sector.
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DESTINASI: Journal of Tourism & Hospitality Research Privacy Statement
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