”The realities of the 21st Century, including globalization, the EU enlargement, immigration, terrorism, home-grown terror, made and natural catastrophes, extremism, wars and conflicts, stereotypes, perceptions, greed and rising poverty, necessitate a closer look at the role of tourism in contributing to a more peaceful world,” states Dr. Omar Moufakkir.

The newly released book: Tourism Progress and Peace, edited by Dr.Moufakkir, examines the relationship between tourism and peace. Professors, governmental officials and travel experts from around the world examined the relationship between tourism and peace and advanced strategies related to specific issues and contexts.

“The extraordinary response to the book made it important to create a venue where educators, practitioners, policymakers and business leaders could come together to exchange ideas, present works, and collaborate on projects to contribute to the global awareness of peace through tourism,” said Sandy Dhuyvetter.

Call for Abstracts has begun and early Registration begins Oct 1st. Abstracts are being accepted from every sector of tourism.”