VOLUME 7(1) 2018
1. An Insight into Green Practices followed in the Indian Hotel industry - Sharma, R. (VIPS, IP University, India), Yadav, D. (Chandigarh College of Hospitality, CGC, India) & Sharma, M. (VIPS, IP University)
2. Factors that influence labour turnover intentions in the hospitality industry in Ghana - Vincent Kweku Asimah (Ho Technical University, Ghana)
3. Perceived airfare fairness and patronage of domestic airlines in Nigeria - Adiele, K.C. (Rivers State University, Nigeria) & Etuk, S.G. (University of Uyo, Nigeria)
4. Perception of Service Quality: Voices of Guests and Lodge Managers in Vhembe District Municipality of South Africa - Nethengwe, T.,  Nengovhela, M. & Shambare, R. (University of Venda, South Africa)
5.  Destination Brand Experience and its relationship with Tourists Satisfaction and Intention to Recommend: A Conceptual Model - Dr. Ramjit  & Mehraj, N. [Research Scholar] , (Central University of Kashmir, India)
6. Opportunities and Challenges for Wildlife Conservation: The Case of Alatish National Park, Northwest Ethiopia - Kassegn Berhanu (Debre Berhan University, Ethiopia) & Endalkachew Teshome (University of Gondar, Ethiopia)
7. Ethical Hospitality Marketing, Brand- Boosting and Business Sustainability – Nicolaides, A. (University of South Africa)
8. Predictory Effect of Food Quality on Patronage of Quick-Service Restaurants in Port-Harcourt, Nigeria - N. Gladson Nwokah (Rivers State University) & NNE, Kenneth-Adiele (Post -Graduate Student - Rivers State University, Nigeria)
9.Tourism Geographies and Spatial Distribution of Tourist Sites in Ghana - Siakwah, P. (University of Johannesburg, South Africa)
10. Rural geotourism as an option for development in Phuthaditjhaba: Golden Gate National Park area, South Africa - Chingombe, W. (University of Mpumalanga, South Africa) & Taru, P. (Chinhoyi University of Technology, Zimbabwe)
11. Customer experiences and return patronage in restaurants at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, South Africa - Mhlanga, O. (University of Mpumalanga, South Africa)
12. Tourists revisit intentions based on purpose of visit and preference of the destination. A case study of Tsitsikamma National Park – Ramukumba, T. (Nelson Mandela University: George Campus, South Africa)
13. The potential contribution of Film Tourism to Zimbabwe’s destination Image -Farayi, K.P. & Mabwe, B. (Chinhoyi University of Technology, Zimbabwe)
14. What attracts tourists to a destination? Is it attractions? - Ngwira, C. [PhD Student] & Kankhuni, Z. [PhD Student], (Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong)
15. Analysis of Trends and Seasonality in the Tourism Industry: the Case of a Cold Desert Destination- Kinnaur, Himachal Pradesh  - Jangra, R. (PhD student) & Kaushik, S.P. (Kurukshetra University, India)
16. Challenges facing the Department of Labour in implementing labour policy and labour legislation in the hospitality industry in South Africa -  Vettori, S. (University of South Africa)
17. A survey of visitor satisfaction at Victoria Falls Rainforest – Zhou, Z. (Midlands State University, Zimbabwe)
18. Toward Pro-Poor Local Economic Development in Zimbabwe: the role of pro-poor tourism - Musavengane, R. (University of Johannesburg, South Africa)
19. A baseline study of the gaps in work-integrated Tourism learning: student expectations and perceptions - Taylor, T. & Geldenhuys, S. (Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa)
20. Museums as a vehicle for domestic tourism growth in Malawi: an analysis of the push and pull factors - Ngwira, C. & Bello, F.G. (Mzuzu University, Malawi)
21. The role of tourist guides in interpretation: a survey of secondary school teachers at Maropeng and the Sterkfontein caves, South Africa - Makopo, B.M., Geldenhuys, S. & Sime, L. (Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa)
22. Community leaders around Inanda Dam, KwaZulu Natal, and issues of community participation in tourism development initiatives – Hlengwa, D.C. & Mazibuko, S.K.  (Durban University of Technology, South Africa)
23.  Disruptive Entrepreneurship using Airbnb: The South African Experience - Henama, Unathi Sonwabile (Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa)
24. Assessing Hospitality Training and Practices in Ghana - Noble Amoako Sarkodie (Sunyani Technical University, Ghana)
25. Liberalisation initiatives of the airline industry in southern Africa: Progress achieved and hindrances to implementation - Mhlanga, O. (University of Mpumalanga, South Africa) & Steyn, J. N (Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa)
26. Community capacity building through tourism: the case of Shakaland Zulu Cultural Village - Sithole, N. & Giampiccoli, A. (Durban University of Technology, South Africa) and Jugmohan, S.  (Walter Sisulu University, South Africa)
27. Contribution of Tourism to Rural Community Livelihoods in the Murchison Falls Conservation Area, Uganda - Mugizi, F.,  Ayorekire, J. & Obua, J. (Makerere University, Uganda)
28. Do the SERVQUAL service dimensions differ in the tourism sector?  A case study of Bonamanzi Game Reserve, Hluhluwe, KwaZulu-Natal - Brett, M.R. (University of Zululand, South Africa) & Sibiya. N. (University of Zululand, South Africa)
29. Non-financial performance measurement by small and medium sized enterprises operating in the hotel industry, in the city of Cape Town - Mjongwana, A. & Kamala, P.N. (Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa)
30. Crucial for economic growth, nonetheless facing numerous challenges: Tourism SMMEs within uMsunduzi Local Municipality - Hlengwa, D.C. & Thusi , K. (Durban University of Technology, South Africa)
31.  The Tourism Sector: A bright light in Zimbabwe`s depressed economic environment- Zhou Zibanai (Midlands State University, Zimbabwe)  
32. Attractions of Cape Town to African Francophone Students -Mazambani, L. (DoctoraL Candidate-University of KwaZulu Natal, South Africa),Rushwaya, T.J. (Mancosa, South Africa) & Mutambara, E. (University of KwaZulu Natal, South Africa)
33. Black Economic Empowerment led transformation within the South African accommodation industry: The case of Clarens - Mofokeng, N.E.M. & Giampiccoli, A. (Durban University of Technology, South Africa) & Jugmohan, S.N. (Walter Sisulu University, South Africa)
34. Understanding India - South Africa tourism: The Impact of Food Tourism on the Socio-Cultural and Economic Fabrics in Durban - Ndlovu, J. & Ojong, V.B. (University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)
35. Challenges of Tourism promotion in Nigeria: The Case of Religion - Ngozi Ezenagu (Afe Babalola University, Nigeria)
36. Flooded with risks or opportunities: Exploring flooding impacts on tourist accommodation - Southon, M.P. (PhD Candidate in Geography, Stellenbosch University, South Africa) & van der Merwe, C.D. (Geography Research Associate,  University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa)

VOLUME 7 (2) 2018 
 
1.  Social media as a source for cities reputations: Evidence from top-ranked cities - Driss Tsouli & Bouchra Elabbadi (National School of Management , Morocco)
2. Predictive effect of perceived operational effectiveness on patronage in the Nigerian aviation sector – Adiele, K.C. (Rivers State University, Nigeria) & Joseph, U.E.(University of Uyo, Nigeria)
3. Community perception towards biodiversity conservation and eco-tourism in imperiled landscapes of erstwhile Closed Areas of western Rajasthan, India - Bhattacharjee, S. (University of Johannesburg, South Africa)
4.  Measurable Operational Risk in Human Capital Development in the South African Service Sector - Govender, C.M. &  Jasson, C.C. (University of Johannesburg, South Africa)
5. Lean Practices for Efficiency in the South African Hospitality Sector- Govender, C.M. &  Jasson, C.C. (University of Johannesburg, South Africa)
6. A Socio-Demographic Analysis of the Board of Directors of Selected Destination Marketing Organisation (DMOs) - Bartis, H. & Ferreira, I.W. (Nelson Mandela University, South Africa)
7. Tourism led growth Hypothesis: empirical evidence from India – Sharma, N. (Doaba College, Punjab, India)
8. Measuring restaurant service quality in East London, South Africa: A comparison of restaurant customer expectations and perceptions - Mhlanga, O. (University of Mpumalanga, South Africa)
9.  Foreign tourist arrivals in India: An analytical study of seasonal variations of tourist arrival and its impact on the growth of foreign exchange earnings  – Kumar, S., Sharma, R.  & Kautish, P. (Mody University of Science and Technology, India)
10.  Mega sporting events and their structural legacies: A focused look at the attendance of Premier Soccer League games at four 2010 FIFA World Cup flagship stadia in South Africa- Mofokeng, N.E.M. & Ndlovu, T.P. (Durban University of Technology, South Africa)
11. Electronic hotel customer satisfaction: e-WOM comments of hotels in Pilgrims Rest, Mpumalanga - Mhlanga, O. & Siyongwana, P. (University of Mpumalanga, South Africa)
12.The characteristics, length of stay and motivation of foreign tourists who visit Simien Mountains National Park, World Heritage Site, Ethiopia - Endalkachew Teshome (University of Gondar, Ethiopia) & Endalew Demsie (Department of Simien Gondar Zone Tourism and Culture, Ethiopia)
13. Travel motivations: a comparative assessment of Zimbabwe’s major international source markets - Mapingure, C., du Plessis, E. & Saayman, M. (North-West University, South Africa)
14. Skills of Foodservice Managers within food-services in public hospitals in Gauteng Province, South Africa - Mahlare, M.A.,  Swarts, I. & Kleynhans, C (Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa)
15. Tourism in the Kruger National Park: Past Development, Present Determinants and Future Constraints - Brett, M.R. (University of Zululand, South Africa)
16. Motives for attending live stand-up comedy: an audiences’ perspective – Hattingh, C. [DTech candidate] (Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa)
17.  Causes and prevention of staff turnover within micro retail businesses in South Africa - Lessons for the Tourism industry - Warden, S., Xiaotang Han & Arnaud Nzawou (Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa)
18. Service Quality and Hotel Ratings: Comparing the Ratings by the Hotel Owners, Government Authority, Online Travel Agents and Customers - Tefera, O. & Migiro, S. (University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)
19. Conserving cultural heritage and the usage of indigenous knowledge: A case study of the Zululand District Municipality, Kwazulu-Natal - Nkwanyana, S.M. (University of Zululand, South Africa)
20.  Community participation in the management of South Afr ica’s protected areas – Dube, C.N. (Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa)
21.  Deepening sustainable value creation in market-led poverty alleviation through a demand and supply integration framework: significance for tourism  - Mazambani, L. (PhD Candidate-UKZN) & Mutambara, E. (University of KwaZulu Natal, South Africa)
22. The Effectiveness of the Marketing Mix for Guesthouses - Thwala, K.C. (Vaal University of Technology, South Africa) &  Slabbert, E. (TREES, North-West University, South Africa)
23.  Assessment of Tourist Satisfaction in the Simien Mountains National Park, Ethiopia - Endalkachew Teshome (University of Gondar, Ethiopia)  &  Endalew Demissie (Department of Simien Gondar Zone Tourism and Culture, Ethiopia)
24. Are you a Modern or Post-Modern tourist? Predicting Touristic Preferences from Personality and Values- Düriye Bozok , Övgü Aciksozlu & Nur Neşe Şahin (Balıkesir University, Turkey)
25. Assessing local community participation in community-based tourism: The case of the Zulu-Mpophomeni Tourism Experience - Ndlovu, T.P., Sibiya, N.P.  & Giampiccoli, A. (Durban University of Technology, South Africa)
26. Evidence of compliance-based and voluntary-based diversity management initiatives in South African companies, Webber, Z. S., Werner, A. & Doubell, M. (Nelson Mandela University, South Africa)
27. Terrorism and tourism: Kenya’s resilient tourism industry survival strategies - Kabii, F. (Kenya Utalii College, Tourism  Department, Kenya)
28.  How employers can utilise the law in South Africa to reduce and prevent xenophobic attacks against their employees in the hospitality industry– Vettori, S. (University of South Africa)
29. Profiling visitors at the strawberry festival at the Redberry farm in George, South Africa - Ramukumba, T. (Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, South Africa)
30. Sport and leisure behaviour of fitness club participants - Saayman, M. & van der Merwe, P. (TREES, North-West University, South Africa)
31.  Community Involvement and Sustainable Tourism Development in Heritage Management: Amboni Limestone Caves, Tanzania - Chami, M.F.  (Brandenburg University of Technology, Germany)
32. Customer Engagement in Tourism and Hospitality Services in Kasama and Shiwa Ng’andu, Zambia - Simumba, J. &  Nchito, W. (University of Zambia)
33. The Role of Spirituality in Moderating Hospitality Industry Conflict Management and Promoting Sustainability – Nicolaides, A. (University of South Africa)
34. Imperatives for Monitoring and Evaluation of Community-Based Tourism: A Higher Education Institutions Perspective  - Govender, I.G. & Giampiccoli, A. (Durban University of Technology, South Africa)
35. Public-private collaboration in the Tourism Industry in Northwestern Ethiopia - Yetnayet Getu Worku &  Getaneh Addis Tessema  (Bahir University, Ethiopia)
36. Thematic Tourist Promotion of Trans-Saharan Trade Route & Niche Market Tourism Database for Five North African Nations - Brundage, G. (Silk Road Virtual University)
37.  Tourist Services Quality in the Simien Mountains National Park, World Heritage Site, Ethiopia Endalkachew Teshome  (University of Gondar, Ethiopia) & Endalew Demissie (North Gondar Zone Culture and Tourism, Ethiopia)
38. Invincible motives for buying packaged tours: A case study of Diano tours - Mokabe, M. (University of Venda, South Africa)
39. Cost Leadership or Differentiation? Applying Porter’s Competitive Strategies in Ecotourism:  A Case Study of Mkhuze Game Reserve - Brett, M.R (University of Zululand, South Africa)
40. Prospects of entrepreneurship in South Africa’s rural areas: A Case Study of Eastern Cape Province’s Nkonkobe Municipal Area - Grace Ngorora, P.K. (Chinhoyi University of Technology, Zimbabwe) & Stephen Mago, S. (Durban University of Technology, South Africa)
41. Impact of Public Private Partnerships on Community-Based Tourism Projects: Jozini Tiger Lodge Case Study - Thiyane, T.T. (Department of Education, KwaZulu-Natal), Sibanda, R. (University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa) & Katrodia, A. (Post-Doctoral Research Fellow University of KwaZulu-Natal)
42. The perspectives of rural high school learners on the value of fieldtrips in tourism education: A case of Pholela Circuit in KwaZulu Natal - Hlengwa, D.C.  (Durban University of Technology, South Africa) & Zaca, K.A. (Durban University of Technology, South Africa)
43. Political Tourism a missed opportunity for Local Economic Development (LED) in the Eastern Cape, South Africa: A case study of Qunu & Mvezo - Mxunyelwa, S. &  Ntsepe, N. (Walter Sisulu University, South Africa)                                      
44. Strategies for branding the city of Gaborone as a tourist destination - Sigwele, L., Prinsloo, J.J. (North-West University, South Africa) & Pelser, T.G. (University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)                                   
45. The Business of Climate Change: A Perspective of Environmental Performance on the Tourism Industry - van der Bank, M.  & van der Bank, C.M. (Vaal University of Technology, South Africa)
46. Perspectives on Second Homes, Climate Change and Tourism in South Africa -Hoogendoorn, G. (University of Johannesburg, South Africa) & Fitchett, J.M. (University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa)
47. Tourism students’ experience of work-integrated learning -Taylor, T. & Geldenhuys, S.(Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa)
48. Sustainable Integrated Solid Waste Management in the Trans- Himalayan Accommodation Sector - Muzafar Ahmad Wani (Government Degree College, India), Zubair Ahmad Dada (University of Kashmir, India) & Shamim Ahmad Shah (University of Kashmir, India)
49. The effects of tourism supply chain management practices on tourism operations in Pretoria, South Africa - Molefe, L.P., Tauoatsoala,P., Sifolo, P.P.S., Manavhela, P. & Henama, U.S. (Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa)
50. The Nexus of Traditional Ecological Knowledge and Ecotourism Development: A Case of Bobiri Forest and Butterfly Sanctuary, Ghana - Dumbe, Y. (Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana), Zakaria, S.M.(KNUST, Ghana) & Eshun, G.(KNUST & University of Johannesburg, South Africa)

VOLUME 7(3) 2018

1. Field learning the ecotourism way: Perspectives of students at the Durban University of Technology – Mchunu, P.J. &  Hlengwa, D.C. (Durban University of Technology, South Africa)
2. Tourism product as a measure  to determine the key elements that influence tourists’ decisions to visit the Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe - Makuzva, W. & Ntloko, N.J. (Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa)
3. Future tourism trends: Virtual Reality based tourism utilizing Distributed Ledger Technologies -Mofokeng, N.E.M. & Matima, T.K.(Durban University of Technology, South Africa)
4. Factors influencing hotel experiences for millennial tourists: A South African study - Mhlanga, O. (University of Mpumalanga, South Africa)
5. Tourism attractions: the ‘goose that lays the golden egg’ and resultant health hazards in the town of uMlazi, South Africa - Chili, N.S. & Ndlovu, T.P.(Durban University of Technology, South Africa)
6. The potential contribution of film tourism to destination image recovery in Zimbabwe - Kanokanga, P.F. & Mabwe B. (Chinhoyi University of Technology, Zimbabwe)
7.Customer experiences and expectations of sit-down restaurants: An auto-ethnographic perspective on restaurant failure - Nel, J. (University of Limpopo, South Africa), Williams, A. (Edupark, University of Limpopo, South Africa) Steyn, R. and Hind, C. (University of South Africa)
8. Integration of Skilled Immigrants into the Hospitality Sector in South Africa: An Opportunity Blind spot? - Lyne, S., Obindjah, B. & Chux Gervase Iwu (Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa)
9. An investigation of e-commerce adoption inhibitors in the Tourism industry:  A Zimbabwe National Parks Perspective - Chivandi, A. (University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa) & Sibanda, F. (Graduate Student, Midlands State University, Zimbabwe)
10. Methodical aspects of Job Satisfaction Measure of Employees in Hotel Business Quality Improvement in Kazakhstan - Nahipbekova, S.  (Ph.D student) & Kuralbayev, A. (Ahmet Yasawi University, Kazakhstan)
11. The image of India as a Travel Destination and the attitude of viewers towards Indian TV Dramas  - Suhud, U. (Universitas Negeri Jakarta, Indonesia) & Willson,G.(Edith Cowan University, Australia)
12. Transformative tourism legislation: an impetus for socio-economic development in South Africa - Mogale, P.T. & Odeku, K.O. (University of Limpopo, South Africa)
13. Understanding the Social Behaviour of Wild Animals to Protect Tourists in South Africa: IsiZulu Language and Cultural Heritage – Mncube, D.W. (University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)
14. Systematic Review of Factors Influencing Post Service Failure Loyalty: Evidence from the Hospitality Industry - Letsa, L. & Asimah, V. (Ho Technical University, Ghana)
15. Problems faced by tourists/ travellers  while travelling in India - Kumar, P. (BPS Mahila Vishwavidayalaya ,  India) & Gupta, V. (Central University of Haryana, India)
16. Challenges of Tourism Destination Development in the Amhara National Regional State, Ethiopia - Endalkachew Teshome, Solomon Lingerih Woreta, Ashenafi Tafesse Meskele (University of Gondar, Ethiopia)
17. Multiplier Effects of Tourism in Selected Areas of Arusha, Tanzania - Kessy, D. (PhD Candidate), Kiage, O. &  Kiprutto, N. (Moi University, Kenya)
18. Article withdrawn
19. Design of a tourism awareness education module for tourism  attraction managers in Agam District, West Sumatra  - Novalita, R.(University of Almuslim, Indonesia), Barlian, E., Muchtar, B. & Syah, N. (State University of Padang, Indonesia)
20. Desert tourists experiences in Namibia:  A Netnographic Approach - Woyo, F.(International University of Management, Namibia) & Amadhila, E. (University of Namibia, Namibia)
21. Evaluating the quality of environmental impact reporting for proposed tourism-related infrastructure in the protected areas of South Africa: a case study on selected EIA reports - Wylie. K.D., Bhattacharjee, S. &  Rampedi, I.T. (University of Johannesburg, South Africa)
22. Hotel choice attributes and demographic characteristics of tourists in North Rift Region, Kenya  - Bor, T.B., Kieti, D. &  Rotich, D.J. (Moi University, Kenya)
23. Challenges and Opportunities for ‘little brothers’ in the Tourism Sector Matrix: The Case of Local Communities around Great Zimbabwe National Monument - Mudzengi, B.K. & Chapungu, L. (Great Zimbabwe University, Zimbabwe) & Chiutsi, S. (Namibia University of Science and Technology, Namibia)
24. Perception of the Host Community and Tourists towards Infrastructural Problems of Tourism in Haridwar District, Uttarakhand - Manju Devi  & Purohit, K.C.(H.N.B. Garhwal University, India)
25. Business Social Responsibility and Functional Areas of a Tourism Business - Tseane-Gumbi, L.A.(North West University, South Africa)
26.  A Conceptual Framework for the Management of a Personal Leadership Brand within the Tourism and Hospitality Industry – Padayachee, S. (Doctoral Candidate) & Henning, S. (University of South Africa)
27.  Factors influencing employee motivation in hotels - Mhlanga, O. (University of Mpumalanga, South Africa)
28. The Role of the E-Marketplace as a Marketing Channel for Bed and Breakfast Enterprises in South Africa - Sigauke, J. & Erdis, C.  (University of South Africa)
29. The Application of Multinomial Regression Analysis to Heritage Tourism- Semiu Ayinla Alayande (Redeemer’s University, Nigeria)
30.Relationship Quality in Casual Dining Restaurants in Tshwane - Ngcwangu,S., Vibetti, S.P. & Roberson, J.R. (Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa)
31. The Digital Disruption of Virtual Reality and the Future of the Steel Roller Coaster: An Initial Industry Analysis – Louw, C.  (University of Johannesburg, South Africa) & Louw, B. L. (Travel Learning College, South Africa)
32. Demands and Problems faced by Chinese tourists travelling in Thailand - Jiraporn Boonying (Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, Thailand)
33. Critical factors influencing visitor attendance at a literary arts festival in Stellenbosch - Carse, C., Venske, E. & Steyn, J.N. (Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa)
34. Exhibitors’ perception of the 2017 Sanganai/Hlanganani World Tourism Expo -Shereni, N.C. (PhD Candidate STH University of Johannesburg) Lupane State University, Zimbabwe - Mpofu, N. (Lupane State University, Zimbabwe) & Ngwenya, K. [PhD Candidate Rhodes University] (Lupane State University, Zimbabwe)
35. Heritage Potentials and Management Challenges in Debre Tabor Town, Ethiopia - Alubel Workie Eyassu & Yirdaw Asfaw Chekole  (University of Gondar, Department of Tourism Management, Ethiopia)
36. A paradigm shift in the provision of recreation in the North West Province of South Africa - Mogajane,  V.S., Saayman, M. & Monyeki, M.A. (North-West University, South Africa) & Singh, P.C. (Research Fellow-University of Kwa Zulu-Natal, South Africa)
37. Fostering the stewardship of natural resources through EE: Assessing the strategies for minimizing beach pollution in the Durban Beachfront - Chetty, P.(eThekwini Municipality, Cleansing and Solid Waste, South Africa) &  Ndlovu, J. (University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)
38. Sustainable Protection and Preservation of Heritage Sites Attractions from Climate Change in South Africa - Odeku, K.O. (University of Limpopo, South Africa)
39. The travelling route for gastronomic tourism via salt in the western region of Thailand - EkgnarongVorasiha (Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University,Thailand)
40. Impact of Cultural Heritage Site Attributes to the Tourist Satisfaction in Zanzibar Stone Town, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Tanzania – Chami, M.F. (Brandenburg University of Technology, Cottbus-Senftenberg, Germany)
41. Seafood, its appreciation and capacity to contribute towards the South African Tourism Industry: A case study of Chinese tourists in Durban, Kwa-Zulu Natal – Bhoola, S. & Singh, A.  (University of Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa)
42. India - Sustainability and the Tourism Rankings - Kirti Singh Dahiya (Institute of Information Technology and Management (IITM), New Delhi) & Batra,D.K.(International Management Institute [IMI], New Delhi, India)
43. New versus returning visitors: the strawberry festival at the Redberry farm in George, South Africa - Ramukumba, T. (Nelson Mandela University, South Africa)
44. A Marcusean philosophy for restoring workplace dignity, and curbing the excesses of capitalism and the de-humanisation of labour: lessons for the hospitality Industry – Nicolaides, A. (University of South Africa)
45. The application of result-based monitoring and evaluation to improve performance in small business - Matsiliza, N.S. (Durban University of Technology, South Africa)
46. Green Point residents’ perceptions of the socio-economic impact of the Cape Town Carnival - Patience Machisa, P., Muresherwa, G. & Steyn, J.N. (Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa)
47. Impacts of World heritage sites on local communities in the Indian Ocean Region-  Lekaota, L. (Vaal University of Technology, South Africa)
48. A literature review into South Africa’s attempt to create a nudist beach at Ray Nkonyeni Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal - Unathi Sonwabile Henama (Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa)
49. Domestic Tourism as a New Form of Cultural Pluralism: The Inception of World Heritage Sites, Amhara National Regional State, Ethiopia - Hirut Sintayehu Kassahun & Yechale Mehiret Geremew (University of Gondar, Ethiopia)
50. Festivals as a Niche for Local Economic Development (LED): A Case Study of the East London Port Festival (ELPF), Eastern Cape, South Africa - Mxunyelwa, S. & Lihle Tshetu, L. (Walter Sisulu University, South Africa)
51. The Voice of the Traditional Authorities in the Management of Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Park, South Africa - Mdiniso, J.M. & Nzama, A.T.(University of Zululand, South Africa)
52.Towards achieving lifelong learning and employability through Ecotourism field trip experiences at the Durban University of Technology- Mchunu P.J. (Durban University of Technology, South Africa)
53. Intelligent consistency- Six Sigma as a driver of ethical practice in quality service provision in the hospitality industry - Ramphal, R.R. and Nicolaides, A. (University of South Africa)
54. Determining the impact of green management policies on hotel performance: A manager’s perspective - Mbasera, M., du Plessis, E., Saayman, M. & Kruger, M. – (TREES: North-West University, South Africa)

VOLUME 7(4) 2018
(This volume is larger than normal in article numbers and VOLUME 7(5) 2018 will thus be shorter.  A Special Edition Vol 7(6) has been requested by and International Conference in Italy)

1. An exploration of the internal communication practices in hotels of Gauteng province, South Africa- Sibanyoni, J.J., Tabit, F.T. & Annan, C.Y. (postgraduate student) (University of South Africa)
2. Fundamental Potentials, Challenges and Opportunities for Ecotourism Development in Lake Hayq, Ethiopia - Alubel Workie (University of Gondar, Ethiopia). Dessale Kassaw (Wollo Culture and Tourism Office, Ethiopia) & Yirdaw Asfaw (University of Gondar,Ethiopia)Department of Tourism Management,Gondar, Ethiopia
3. Benchmarking organizational culture in hospitality, tourism and leisure management enterprises: bridling the unattractiveness of the Inner-city Core of Akure  - Chen, T. (Ton Duc Thang University, Vietnam), Tasawar, H.(Quaid I Azam University, Pakistan), Mpofu, T. (University of Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe), Bison, J.M.(University of Urban and Regional Planning, Nigeria) & John CY Chen (BRAC University, Bangladesh)
4. Judgment in turnover purposes, job satisfaction, and organizational citizenship practice in the hospitality industry- Chen, T. (Ton Duc Thang University, Vietnam), Tasawar, H. (Quaid I Azam University, Pakistan), Monsour, M. (National University of Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe), Bison, J.M.(Federal (University of Urban and Regional Planning, Nigeria) & John CY Chen (BRAC University, Bangladesh)
5. An Exploratory Inquiry: The Influence of Line Management on an Employee’s Wellbeing -Mathafena, R. (Post-Doctoral Fellow -University of South Africa) & Hewitt, M. (University of Johannesburg, South Africa)
6. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) as a strategy to manage the impact of HIV and AIDS within Tourism Workplaces: A case study of Buffalo City - Goliath, K.& Vallabh, D.(Walter Sisulu University, South Africa)
7. Geographical analysis of mortality in Najaf city, Iraq: prospects for Tourism - Alabdali, R.M. (Kufa University, Iraq)
8. Integrated Marketing Communication for Tourism and Hospitality: A Case of Selected Star and Non-star Category Rwandan Hotels- Ndizera, V. (University of Rwanda/ PhD student, Pan African University)
9. Analysis of the research design used in a Tourism Management service learning project - Mokoena, P. P. (Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa)
10. Investigating the tourism potential of Gafat industrial village: South Gondar Administrative Zone, North Western Ethiopia  - Ertiban Demewoz (Debre Tabor University, Ethiopia) & Fridiywok Abebe  (University of Gondar, Ethiopia)
11. The Attitudes of Residents towards Agro-tourism Impacts and Its Effects on Participation in Agro-tourism Development: A Case Study of Vietnam - Nha Thi Huynh Nguyen (Prince of Songkla University, Thailand and Quy Nhon University, Vietnam), Suwanno, S. (Prince of Songkla University, Thailand), Weerapon Thongma (Maejo University, Thailand) & Visuthismajarn, P. (Prince of Songkla University, Thailand)
12. The ‘decision-making’ on the trade of 'Cultural Artefacts', applying the role of tourism to measure the economic perspective – Baur, P.W. (University of Johannesburg, South Africa)
13. Profiling and segmentation of international tourists in Lesotho – Ramukumba, T. (Nelson Mandela University, South Africa) & Moeketsi, M.V. (Lerotholi Polytechnic, Lesotho)
14. Tourists’ knowledge and perceptions on the impact of climate change on tourism in Okavango Delta, Botswana - Dube, K. (Vaal University of Technology, South Africa),  Mearns, K. & Mini, S.S. (University of South Africa, South Africa) & Chapungu, L. (Great Zimbabwe University, Zimbabwe)
15. Consumer well-being a’ la Maslow: A driver towards ecstatic and leisure motorcyclists’ overall happiness – Kruger, S. (North West University, South Africa)
16. Community-based tourism development model and community participation - Giampiccoli, A.  (Durban University of Technology, South Africa) & Saayman, M. (North-West University, South Africa)
17. Effect of Stereotypes Created by Movies on the Satisfaction of Tourists with Movie Induced Tourism (MIT) - Muchiri Murithi Justus (Maasai Mara University, Kenya) & Damiannah M. Kieti and Rita W. Nthiga (Moi University, Main Campus, Kenya)
18. Spatial variation of surface water contamination by heavy elements in Alhira relative to tourism-Safaa, M. A. & Allawi, H.A. (University of Kufa, Iraq)
19. HODs’ views on their capacity to conduct moderation of School Based Assessment in Tourism -Dube-Xaba, Z.H.W. & Makae, M.P. (University of KwaZulu-Natal, RSA)
20. The fast food industry in South Africa: the micro-environment and its influence - Mhlanga, O.(University of Mpumalanga, South Africa)
21.Future tourism trends: Utilizing non-fungible tokens to aid wildlife conservation - Mofokeng, N.E.M. & Matima, T.K. (Durban University of Technology, South Africa)
22. Demographic profile of participants and the types of rural enterprises in Zululand District Municipality, KwaZulu Natal - Chamane, Z.  [PhD Candidate]  & Mdiniso, J. (University of Zululand, South Africa) &  Selepe, M. (University of Limpopo, South Africa)
23. Level of awareness of Google AdWords by accommodation establishments: cause for concern?- Cant, M.C. (University of South Africa) & Van Rooyen, N. (IRI RSA)
24. Potentials and Challenges of Religious Tourism Development in Lalibela, Ethiopia - Berhanu Esubalew Bayih (Madda Walabu University/Punjabi University, India)
25. The Use of AdWords – a Contributor or an Inhibitor of Marketing Success? - Wiid, J.A. (University of South Africa) &  Van Rooyen, N. (IRI South Africa)
26.Perception of tourism graduates and the tourism industry on the important knowledge and skills required in the tourism industry - Wakelin-Theron, N,. Ukpere, W.I. & Spowart, J. (University of Johannesburg, South Africa)
27. Tourist perceptions of factors influencing destination image: a case study of selected Kimberley resorts – Haarhoff, R. (Central University of Technology, South Africa)
28. Prospects and Challenges of Positioning Harare as an Urban Township Tourism Destination- Mukoroverwa, M (Botswana Accountancy College, Botswana / University of Derby, UK) &  Chiutsi, S. (Namibia University of Science and Technology, Namibia)
29. City marketing to city branding: A novel practice in Zimbabwe destination branding - Chigora, F. (Catholic University of Zimbabwe) & Hoque, M. (University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)
30. Post-flight food waste and corporate social responsibility at South Africa Airways: Perceptions of employees at Air Chefs South Africa - Sambo, N.P. & Hlengwa, D.C. (Durban University of Technology, South Africa)
31. Safeguarding township tourism in South Africa from counterfeit consumable products through consumer-oriented technological solutions – Mofokeng, N.E.M. (Durban University of Technology, South Africa)
32. Implications of management practices on the physiognomic features of the vegetation at the Kainji Lake National Park, Nigeria – Akinyemi, A.F. (University of Ibadan, Nigeria)
33. The impacts of coastal tourism on the Wild Coast community: a case study of Elliotdale- Goliath, K, Mxunyelwa, S. & Timla, S. (Walter Sisulu University, South Africa)
34. Proactive responses to mitigate Climate Change impacts by the hospitality sector in South Africa- Odeku, K.O.  (University of Limpopo, South - Africa)
35. Evaluating tourists’ expectations and experiences visiting the Royal Natal National park and Game Reserves in Southern Drakensberg, KwaZulu- Natal - Nkwanyana, S., Usanda Bekebu, U. & Mhlongo, S. (University of Zululand, South Africa)
36. Confirmatory analysis of the preference in Boutique Hotels in the city of Oporto, Portugal - Tavares, F.O. (ISCET - Higher Institute of Business  and Tourism, Portugal) & Jose Antonio Fraiz Brea (Universidad de Vigo/Campus Universitario As Lagoas s/n, Spain)
37. Residents’ perceptions of the economic benefits brought by religious tourism: A case study of Quigney, East London - Vallabh, D.,  Maxongo, S. & Apleni, L. (Walter Sisulu University, South Africa)
38. Creative industries in Central Johannesburg: entrepreneurs, organisation and locational choice -Gregory, J.J. & Rogerson, C.M. (University of Johannesburg, RSA)
39.  A Systems Approach to Food Waste Prevention in Food Service Operations: An Integrative Review – Lefadola, B.L., Viljoen, A.&  Gerrie Elizabeth du Rand (University of Pretoria, South Africa)
40. Push-Pull Motivations for, and Intrinsic-Extrinsic Constraints Against, Traveling to a Textile-Based Tourism Destination - Suhud, U., Maulida, E. &  Kusumawardani, D. (State University of Jakarta, Indonesia)
41. The early development of hotels in Johannesburg  ca 1928-1963- Rogerson, J.M. (University of Johannesburg, South Africa)
42. Stakeholders’ assessments of tourism policy and product development in Zimbabwe - Makoni, L. & Tichaawa, T.M. (University of Johannesburg, South Africa)
43. Perceptions and activity profiles of Blue Flag beach users in South Africa – Slater, R. & Mearns, K. (University of South Africa, South Africa)
44. Heritage-Tourism Resources of the Franco-Ethiopian Railway in Dire Dawa, Ethiopia  - Melese Kebede (Dire Dawa University, Ethiopia)
45. The value of workplace learning in attaining discipline-specific skills for ecotourism employment - Ndlovu, T.P. & Mofokeng, N.E.M. (Durban University of Technology, South Africa)
46. Drivers of efficiency in hotels in South Africa - Mhlanga, O. (University of Mpumalanga, South Africa)
47. Assessment of food hygiene knowledge and practices among food handlers in selected hotels around uMhlathuze Area - Mjoka, J. (University of Zululand, South Africa) & Selepe, M. (University of Limpopo, South Africa)
48. Employees’ perceptions of food waste management in hotels -Mabaso, C.H. & Hewson, D.S. (University of Johannesburg, South Africa)
49. Employment condition differences based on gender: A case of adventure tourism employees in Gauteng, South Africa - Ntanjana, A., Maleka, M., Tshipala, N. & du Plessis, L. (Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa)
50. Hierarchical forecasting of tourist arrivals at the Victoria Falls Rainforest, Zimbabwe – Makoni, T. & Chikobvu, D. (University of the Free State,  RSA)                       
51. Constraints for successful implementation of Public Private Partnership (PPP) for tourism infrastructure projects - Tshehla, M.F. (University of South Africa)
52. South Africa as a tourist attraction – A study into the internal ethical state of organisations across sectors - Grobler, A. & Grobler, S. (University of South Africa)
53. Marketing of tourism destinations: A misapprehension between place and nation branding in Zimbabwe tourism destination - Chigora, F. (Catholic University of Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe) & Hoque, M.  (University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)
54.Constrictions of emerging tourism entrepreneurship in the townships of South Africa-  Nsizwazikhona Simon Chili (Durban University of Technology, South Africa)
55. The impact of Safety and Security on the behaviour of consumers and tourism demand in South African townships - Nsizwazikhona Simon Chili (Durban University of Technology, South Africa)
56.Legacy, Emotions and Reality: Asymmetry or Composite formation of Zimbabwe Tourism Destination Brand Elements - Chigora, F. (Catholic University of Zimbabwe) & Mutambara, E. (University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)
57. Rural Tourism as a way to build Economic Independence – Triyanto (Sebelas Maret University, Indonesia),  Iwu, C.G. & Musikavanhu, T.B. (Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa) & Rif’ati Dina Handayani (University of Jember, Indonesia)
58. Rural Tourism as a Mechanism for Poverty Alleviation in Kwa-Zulu-Natal Province of South Africa:  Case of Bergville – Mthembu, B.  (Kwa-Zulu Natal Department of Education, South Africa) & Mutambara, E. (University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)
59. Towards the sustainability of a financially constrained university’s Hotel School: lessons from local and international universities’ Hotel Schools  - Crowther, D., Strydom, A.J. & Dzansi, D.Y. (Central University of Technology, South Africa)
60. A Study on the Global Economic Impact on the Tourism Industry in Yemen - Mosleh Abdu Mosleh AL-Najjar (Research Scholar: Mangalore University, India) & Ishwara, P. (Mangalore University, India)
61. Perceived economic impacts of the National Art Festival on Bed and Breakfast establishments: A case study of Grahamstown, Joza Location- Vallabh, D. &  Kutsi, H. (Walter Sisulu University, South Africa)
62. Sufficiency Economy Philosophy and Practical Application of Residents in Dusit District, Bangkok -Supattra Pranee  (Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, Thailand)

VOLUME 7(5) 2018

1. Understanding a tourism culture amongst students to advance domestic tourism in South Africa - Ray, G & Wakelin-Theron, N. (University of Johannesburg, South Africa)
2. Critical Resources for the Development of Rural Tourism within the greater Bergville area of Kwa-Zulu Natal South Africa - Mutambara, E. (University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa) & Mthembu, B. (Kwa-Zulu Natal Department of Education, South Africa)
3. Status of Tourism Marketing and Promotion: Gambella People’s National Regional State, Gambella, South West Ethiopia – Fakana, S.T. (Gambella University, Ethiopia)& Choudhary, C.K. (Lovely Professional University, Punjab, India)
4. Ecotourism as a vehicle to reduce unemployment and poverty: The role of the community and employees – Xaba, F. (PhD Candidate University of Zululand), Selepe, M. (University of Limpopo, South Africa) & Mdiniso, J. (University of Zululand, South Africa)
5. Response strategies that guide tourism workplaces in addressing HIV and AIDS: a case study of Buffalo City.- Kimrochey Goliath (Walter Sisulu University, South Africa)
6. Cultural capital, digital capital and stakeholder partnerships: a holy trinity for a sustainable cultural tourism trajectory - Njovo, M.- PhD candidate (North West University, South Africa) & Makacha, C. (Midlands State University, Zimbabwe)
7. The Significance of Adaptation Interventions as a Tool to Protect the World Heritage Properties from the Negative Impacts of Climate Change – Odeku, K.O. (University of Limpopo, South Africa)
8. From fantasy to reality: identifying the destination brand constructs that influence the brand performance in Zimbabwe - Chigora, F. (Catholic University of Zimbabwe) &  Ndlovu, J. (University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)
9.Sport events tourism as a catalyst for image makers for tourist destinations: A case study of Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality in relation to the Legends Marathon Event - Mxunyelwa, S. & Mangisa, Y. (Walter Sisulu University, South Africa)
10. Satisfiers and Dissatisfiers in the Destination Selection Process: A Cultural Demographic Approach - Ferreira, D. & Perks, S. (Nelson Mandela University, South Africa)
11. The Supply Chain Management of Pomleo Production Processes and Tourism Sustainability in Nakhon Chaisri, Nakhon Pathom Province, Thailand - Sudarat Pimonratanakan & Chitpong Ayasanond (Suansunandha Rajabhat University, Thailand)
12. Stakeholder perspectives on tourism development in the Greater Mapungubwe Transfrontier- Sinthumule, N.I. (University of Johannesburg, South Africa)
13. Township residents of a tourism destination: a subjective well-being approach - Ncube, M.  & Kruger, S. (North West University, South Africa)
14. The postulate for the systematic mainstreaming of impairments in Tourism Education in South Africa: A literature synthesis - Makuyana, T. & Saayman, M.(North West University, South Africa)
15. The strategic marketing analysis of Moses Mabhida stadium as a major tourism destination in Kwazulu-Natal: an action research- Ngxongo, N.A. & Chili, N.S. (Durban University of Technology, South Africa)
16. Re-tooling challenges for Zimbabwean tourism operators in a multi-currency trading environment- Zibanai Zhou (Midlands State University, Zimbabwe)
17. Who uses Adwords in overnight accommodation establishments? – Wiid, J.A. (University of South Africa) & van Rooyen, N. (IRI South Africa)
18. Lessons learned from Successful Community-Based Tourism Case Studies from the Global South -Strydom, A.J. & Mangope, D. (Central University of Technology, South Africa) & Unathi Sonwabile Henama (Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa)
19. Training of employees in the tourism and hospitality industry through a refresher courses model - Kabii,F., Wandaka, J.K.M. & Naghea, J. (Kenya Utalii College, Kenya)
20. Tourism Sector Development in Jordan: Elements, Challenges and Requirements - Al Omari, I.A.A. (Balqa Applied University, Jordan) & Al Omari, B.M.A. (The University of Jordan)


VOLUME 7(6) - SPECIAL EDITION 2018

III International Conference on Tourism Dynamics and Trends - X Scientific Meeting SISTUR- November 14th-16th 2018.  The International Conference on Tourism Dynamics and Trends is organized in collaboration with three Universities: Akdeniz University (Turkey), University of Sannio (Italy) , University of Seville (Spain), jointly with the Sistur (Italian Society of Tourism Science).
1.  Profiling wine tourists: a comparison between rural and city Wine Festivals in Campania, Italy - Vitale, L., López-Guzmán, T. & Gálvez, J.C.P. (University of Cordoba, Spain) & Di Clemente, E. (Universidad de Extremadura, Spain)
2. The profitability of Italian hotels during and after the 2008 Economic Crisis - Migliaccio, G. (University of Sannio, Benevento, Italy)
3. Financial dynamics of lodging companies during ten years: a comparison between hotels and other lodging companies - Iovino, F. (University of Sannio, Benevento, Italy)
4. Thermal spas and their role  in the wellness tourism: An Italian Overview - Mirella Migliaccio (University of Sannio, Italy)
5. Studies of Tourism about the Tourist Student -Trivisone, L. (Publio Virgilio Marone, Italy)
6. Accessible museums in Italy: an overview - Migliaccio, G. (University of Sannio, Italy)
7.  Cultural tourism: the “minor” art center in Italy - Vita, C. (University of Sannio, Benevento, Italy)
8. Foreign Visitor’s Evaluation of Lasithi prefecture and  Spinalonga as a Tourism destination - Nicolaides, A (University of South Africa)