The International Journal of Tourism Cities (Scopus Q1, Taylor & Francis Group) announces a forthcoming Special Issue examining the expanding role of Artificial Intelligence in tourism cities and its impact on destinations, urban systems, and visitor experiences.
Guest edited by Professor Roya Rahimi, J. Andres Coca-Stefaniak, and Dr Monica C., this Special Issue invites original research papers and conceptual contributions exploring how AI, machine learning, and emerging digital technologies are transforming tourism ecosystems and service innovation.
Submission Information
Full call details: https://lnkd.in/ejyeM8kj
Abstract deadline: 1 March 2026
Submission contact: m.chauhan@wlv.ac.uk
Indicative Themes include:
• Generative AI in shaping urban tourism narratives
• AI and the future of smart hospitality in tourism cities
• Chatbots and virtual guides enhancing visitor engagement
• Augmented Reality and AI in cultural heritage interpretation
• AI and multilingual accessibility in global tourism cities
• AI for sustainable tourism development in urban destinations
• Ethical implications of surveillance, data use, and algorithmic governance
• AI-driven destination management systems
Researchers and scholars working at the intersection of AI, urban studies, tourism, and digital innovation are encouraged to contribute.
