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Sara Dolnicar
UQ Business School, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
Nancy McGehee
Pamplin College of Business, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, United States
Alan Fyall
Rosen College of Hospitality Management, University of Central Florida, Orlando, United States
Why Should You Attend THI?
NETWORK WITH LEADING SCHOLARS
Engage with renowned researchers and academics from across the world and expand your international professional network.
PRESENT YOUR RESEARCH
Showcase your research at a truly intercontinental scientific conference and exchange ideas with an international academic community.
RECEIVE CONSTRUCTIVE FEEDBACK
Gain valuable insights and feedback on your research from a diverse and multidisciplinary audience of experts.
VISIT CHARMING OPATIJA
Opatija, often referred to as the “Pearl of the Adriatic,” offers a unique blend of historical heritage, elegance, and natural beauty, situated between the Adriatic Sea and Mount Učka.
ATTEND PhD WORKSHOPS
Participate in specialized PhD workshops led by internationally recognized scholars, designed to support early-stage researchers and doctoral candidates.
PUBLICATION OPPORTUNITIES
Benefit from high-quality publication opportunities in selected scientific journals and conference proceedings.
Shaping The Future Of Tourism And Hospitality Together
A FOREWORD BY THE DEAN OF FTHM
It is my pleasure to invite you to the 28th International Congress Tourism and Hospitality Industry – Trends and Challenges (THI2026), organised by the Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management, University of Rijeka, in partnership with the Rosen College of Hospitality Management, University of Central Florida.
The congress will take place in Opatija from 27 to 29 May 2026.
For nearly three decades, THI has served as a leading international platform for multidisciplinary dialogue in the field of tourism and hospitality.
In a rapidly changing global environment, THI2026 offers new formats, enhanced publication opportunities, distinguished keynote speakers, special sessions linking academia and industry, and expanded networking opportunities.
Organised in collaboration with the Rosen College of Hospitality Management, University of Central Florida, ranked as the world’s leading hospitality institution by ShanghaiRankings 2023, THI2026 further strengthens its international and academic excellence.
We invite you to join us in Opatija – the cradle of European tourism – and contribute to shaping the future of tourism and hospitality.
Chairs of THI 2026
Chair of Organising Committee
Chair of Scientific Committee
Partners Of The Congress
We thank our partners for their support and contribution to the successful organisation of this event.
