Publisher
About the Journal
Journal of Qualitative Research in Tourism (JQRT) is an international peer-reviewed journal published by Edward Elgar Publishing that is dedicated to advancing qualitative inquiry within tourism studies. The journal serves as an interdisciplinary platform where researchers can explore, discuss, and expand the understanding of tourism-related phenomena through qualitative research approaches. It supports scholarly work that investigates the social, cultural, behavioral, and experiential dimensions of tourism in a rapidly changing global environment.
The journal encourages innovative research and welcomes contributions from scholars interested in both tourism studies and qualitative methodologies. JQRT publishes high-quality research designed to strengthen theoretical understanding and practical applications of tourism research. With its commitment to rigorous double-blind peer review, format-free submissions, and no publication charges, the journal aims to make academic research more accessible while maintaining strong scholarly standards.
Aim and Scope
The aim of the Journal of Qualitative Research in Tourism is to advance knowledge and understanding in tourism research by providing a dedicated forum for qualitative scholarship. The journal seeks to encourage meaningful discussions about tourism phenomena and to support the development of theoretical and methodological approaches that enhance the study of tourism. It aims to create opportunities for researchers to exchange ideas and contribute to emerging perspectives relevant to contemporary tourism studies.
The scope of the journal covers a broad range of qualitative research areas within tourism and hospitality studies. It includes research focused on tourism experiences, social and cultural dimensions of travel, digital and mobile tourism environments, tourism behavior, sustainability, community interactions, and innovative methodological approaches. The journal particularly encourages the use of unique and underutilized qualitative methods and welcomes interdisciplinary contributions that connect theory with practice to address the complexities of tourism in the twenty-first century.