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Special Events at ICOHT 2027

The International Conference on Hospitality and Tourism (ICOHT 2027) will feature a curated series of special events and workshops designed to enhance learning, collaboration, and professional growth throughout the conference.
These sessions will complement the core academic programme by offering participants deeper engagement with emerging issues, practical challenges, and new opportunities across tourism and hospitality.

What to Expect
The ICOHT team is developing a distinctive programme of sessions that will add further value to the conference experience. These activities will encourage critical thinking, practical learning, and collaboration across academia, industry, government, and destination sectors.

Why Stay Connected

  • Interactive sessions supporting academic and professional development
  • Facilitated networking with international experts and industry stakeholders
  • Specialized workshops exploring emerging tourism and hospitality trends
  • Opportunities for practical learning and cross-sector collaboration

Further details on pre-conference workshops, conference-day special sessions, and featured events will be announced soon.

Pre Conference Workshop

Dr. Nohman Khan

Profile

Pre-Conference Publication Workshop on "Bibliometric Analysis in RStudio: A Hands-On Workshop"

Date: 07th January 2026 | Time: 03:00 PM – 04:00 PM IST

Overview:

The “Bibliometric Analysis in RStudio: A Hands-On Workshop” is designed to equip researchers, academics, and graduate students with practical skills to transform raw bibliographic data into meaningful research insights. Through interactive sessions, participants will learn how to use RStudio and the Bibliometrix package to perform data cleaning, analysis, and visualization of scientific publications. The workshop will cover essential steps such as importing data from major databases, identifying research trends, mapping scientific collaboration networks, and evaluating author, institutional, and journal performance. By the end, participants will gain the ability to conduct comprehensive bibliometric analyses that can support literature reviews, research evaluations, and strategic publication planning.

 Key Takeaways

  • Hands-on bibliometric analysis using RStudioand Bibliometrix.
  • Import and clean data from Scopus/Web of Science.
  • Analyze publication trendsand collaboration networks.
  • Visualize research impactwith data mapping tools.
  • Evaluate authors, journals, and institutions
  • Apply findings to improve literature reviewsand research strategies.
Concluded

Dr. Reena George

Assistant Professor of Tourism and Hospitality
Amity University Dubai.

Profile

Pre-Conference Publication Workshop on "Basics of Research"

Date: 3rd February 2026 | Time: 02:30 PM – 03:30 AM IST

Overview

The “Basics of Research” workshop is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the research process, offering foundational knowledge and practical skills essential for conducting high-quality research. Whether you’re a student, early-career researcher, or professional looking to refine your research techniques, this workshop will guide you through the core elements of research and help you navigate the complexities of scholarly inquiry.

Key Takeaways

  • Understanding Research Fundamentals
  • Identifying Research Problems
  • Literature Review Essentials
  • Research Design and Methodology
  • Data Collection Techniques
  • Analyzing and Interpreting Data
  • Writing Research Papers and Academic Integrity
  • Ethics and Responsible Research
Concluded

Prof. Elina Michopoulou

Associate Professor
College of Business
Law and Social Sciences
Derby Campus, UK

Profile

Pre-Conference Publication Workshop on "The Publication Journey: An Editor’s Perspective"

Date: 16th April 2026 | Time: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM IST

Overview:

Navigating the academic publishing process can be challenging, especially for early-career researchers. This workshop, “The Publication Journey: An Editor’s Perspective,” provides a behind-the-scenes look at what editors seek in high-quality submissions. Participants will gain practical knowledge on selecting the right journal, structuring a strong manuscript, understanding the peer review process, and handling revisions effectively. Through real-world examples, attendees will leave with valuable strategies to enhance their chances of publication success.

Key Takeaways

  • Understanding what editors look for
  • Strategies to avoid desk rejections
  • Best practices for handling peer review
  • Tips to boost publication success
Concluded
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Dr. Nohman Khan

Dr. Nohman Khan is a distinguished postdoctoral researcher at Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU), Malaysia, specializing in digital marketing, sustainable business practices, and interdisciplinary research methodologies. With a PhD in Management (Digital Marketing) from University of Kuala Lumpur and extensive academic and industry experience spanning over a decade, Dr. Khan has emerged as a leading researcher in digital transformation and sustainable tourism. His research portfolio encompasses 76+ publications with over 2500 Google Scholar citations, an H-index of 23, and i10-index of 38, including 22 WOS and 40 Scopus publications. Dr. Khan serves as a book editor for prominent publications including “Digital Platforms for Sustainable Business” (Elsevier) and holds editorial positions with multiple international journals. As an internationally recognized keynote speaker, Dr. Khan has delivered presentations at prestigious conferences across Asia-Pacific, including BECIC2025 (Thailand) and AIMC 2025, where he also served as Head of Scientific Committee. His expertise spans systematic literature reviews, digital marketing strategies, sustainable tourism, supply chain management, and educational technology. Dr. Khan’s professional journey includes strategic leadership roles as Managing Director of Connecting ASIA Sdn Bhd (2019-2024) and Chief Project Coordinator at China Communication Construction Company Limited, Pakistan (2017-2019). His academic contributions extend to innovative teaching methodologies, workshop facilitation, and mentoring emerging researchers in publication strategies. Currently, he focuses on advancing research in digital transformation, sustainable business models, and interdisciplinary collaborations while contributing to institutional development through editorial excellence and international partnership building.

Dr. Reena George

Assistant Professor of Tourism and Hospitality
Amity University Dubai.

 

Prof. Elina Michopoulou

Associate Professor College of Business Law and Social Sciences Derby Campus, UK

Eleni (Elina) Michopoulou is an Associate Professor in Business Management at University of Derby, UK. She holds a PhD in Accessible Tourism Information Systems from University of Surrey, UK. Her research interests include technological applications and information systems in tourism, online consumer behaviour and technology acceptance. She is particularly interested in the fields of accessible, wellness and e-tourism, which she has actively been researching for over fifteen years. Eleni has been involved in various research projects on these topics and worked with funding bodies such as the Wellness Tourism Initiative, Tanzania Tourism Board, Africa Oracle and European Commission. She is the co-director of the International Research Association of Tourism, Hospitality and Events Networks in Academia (ATHENA); Eleni has published over 100 academic journal articles, book chapters and conference papers and is the co-founder of THEINC International Conference. She often acts as guest editor for special issues in service sector journals and sits on the editorial board of over 10 high impact academic journals. Eleni is the Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Spa and Wellness published by Routledge/Taylor&Francis.