Summary
- Event: XVI International Workshop “Tourism: Economics & Management”
- Date: November 4-11, 2023
- Location: University of Alicante and various venues in Torrevieja
- Key Topics: Digital tourism, economic management, artificial intelligence in tourism
- Participants: Experts from Europe and Latin America
- Free entry until capacity is reached
XVI International Workshop on Tourism Economics and Management to convene in Alicante
The University of Alicante is set to host the XVI International Workshop “Tourism: Economics & Management” from November 4 to 11, 2023. This prestigious academic event will gather prominent researchers and industry experts from Europe and Latin America to delve into the current realities and challenges facing the tourism sector. Co-organized by the ECO-IA research group at UA and the Ibero-American Network for Research in Tourism Economics and Management (Redegetur), the workshop aims to foster international research collaborations.
Event Highlights
- Dates: November 4-11, 2023
- Key Venues: Edificio Multiusos, Torrevieja, and other locations throughout the province
- Organizers: University of Alicante, City Council of Torrevieja, and TI·LAB
The opening session of the workshop will begin with registration and a welcoming address at 9:00 AM, followed by an engaging roundtable discussion at 10:00 AM. This session will focus on tourism in the digital era and the impact of artificial intelligence, moderated by Dr. Luis Moreno Izquierdo from the University of Alicante. Notable speakers include:
- Dr. Silvia London – National University of Southern Argentina
- Dr. Nicolás Garrido – Andrés Bello University, Chile
- Dr. Verónica Segarra – University of the Republic, Uruguay
Schedule of Presentations
From 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM, attendees will witness presentations from PhD candidates and recent graduates, led by Dr. Gabriel Brida of the University of the Republic (Uruguay). Here are a few key presentations scheduled for the day:
| Presenter | Affiliation | Topic |
|———————————|—————————————|————————————————————————————————|
| Liliana Peralta | University of the Republic, Uruguay | Determinants of Tourist Spending: A Current Review of Microeconomic Models |
| Susana Herrero | University of Murcia, Spain | Legislation, Economic Factors, and Non-linear Trends in the Second Home Market in Spain |
| Luciana Renzella | University of La Plata, Argentina | Second Home Tourism and Tax Export: A Regional Analysis for Spain |
| Aimée Torres Penalva | University of Alicante, Spain | Salary Gap and Digitalization in Tourism |
| José Carlos Collado-González | University of Jaén, Spain | Second Homes: A Review of Literature from an Economic Perspective |
A Platform for Emerging Researchers
The workshop’s mission extends beyond established researchers; it also aims to integrate young scholars into the tourism economy conversation. Special sessions for graduate students have been included, ensuring that upcoming talents can participate actively in academic discussions.
With free entry available until capacity is reached, this event presents an invaluable opportunity for networking and knowledge-sharing in the tourism sector.
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