Browsing by Author "Wen, J."

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Academic Freedom in the Tourism and Hospitality Literature: A Review and Call for Action
(Taylor and Francis, 2026) Wen, J.; Kozak, M.; Hu, F.
Academic freedom, the cornerstone of intellectual inquiry, has been a subject of reflection and debate. Whereas it is a fairly common topic in disciplines such as higher education, relevant discussion in tourism and hospitality is limited: a systematic review, described in this chapter, revealed a mere five articles within the literature in this field. The chapter highlights the need to focus on academic freedom from an interdisciplinary perspective in order to further develop tourism and hospitality's reputation. A call for action is made by underlining potential constraints to academic freedom in this context and how removing these barriers can promote innovation and nurture a new generation of professionals. Overall, more voices and joint efforts are needed to foster academic freedom. © 2026 selection and editorial matter, Jun Wen, Metin Kozak, Joshua Aston and Wei Wang; individual chapters, the contributors.
Handbook of Tourism and Consumer Behavior
(Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd., 2024) Zheng, D.; Kozak, M.; Wen, J.
This Handbook evaluates cutting-edge research on consumer behavior in the modern day, discussing key areas such as emerging tourism experiences and technology-enabled services. © The Editors and Contributors Severally 2024.
Citation - Scopus: 6
Handbook on Tourism, Public Health and Wellbeing
(Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd., 2022) Nunkoo, R.; Wen, J.; Kozak, Metin
In a time of rapid change for travel-related health interventions, this timely Handbook offers critical insights into the interrelationship between tourism, public health, and the wellbeing of local communities and tourists. Written with a global audience in mind, it features cutting-edge interdisciplinary research conducted by leading academics in tourism, public health, wellbeing, and social welfare. Investigating the nexus between tourism and public health in an era of globalisation, tourism growth and COVID-19, this incisive Handbook rethinks the role of tourism in contemporary society. Chapters explore issues from medical tourism, spiritual health, and sustainability to wellness, social development, and disease outbreaks, providing key insights that will assist diverse stakeholders to better navigate this uniquely challenging time in travel and health promotion. The Handbook addresses the growing risks of international travel and considers how the tourism industry might evolve in the wake of COVID-19 and other crises afflicting modern society. Cross-disciplinary in scope, this dynamic Handbook makes a crucial contribution to the literature on the consequences of tourism for public health. Its novel analyses of topics related to tourism, public health, wellbeing, and social welfare will be of significant benefit to tourism stakeholders, healthcare practitioners and policymakers. © All rights reserved.
Interdisciplinary Research and Tourism
(Taylor and Francis, 2026) Wen, J.; Kozak, M.; Aston, J.; Wang, W.
This significant book sheds light on the possibilities and importance of undertaking interdisciplinary research between tourism and adjacent disciplines in order to further promote the values and contributions of tourism research in both academia and society. The book critically explores the nexus between interdisciplinary research and tourism while also unpacking methods of tourism education through the lens of interdisciplinary research. Drawing on cutting-edge interdisciplinary tourism research, this volume ranges across various geographical regions and covers important contemporary themes such as gender tourism, senior leisure tourism, and the impacts of health and wellbeing on tourism experience. Written by leading academics, this insightful volume will be of interest to students and researchers working in tourism, sociology, anthropology, geography, and related disciplines. © 2026 selection and editorial matter, Jun Wen, Metin Kozak, Joshua Aston and Wei Wang; individual chapters, the contributors.
Introduction To the Handbook of Tourism and Consumer Behavior
(Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd., 2024) Zheng, D.; Kozak, M.; Wen, J.
Tourism plays a crucial role in human activity and significantly impacts the economy. This introduction explores the historical development of tourism and the evolution of consumer behavior, emphasizing the close connection between tourism and consumer choices. Unlike traditional consumption, tourist behaviors are active and location-focused, influenced by various internal and external factors, prioritizing unique experiences and brand loyalty while reducing post-consumption waste. Through an examination of current global challenges and technological advancements, the chapter anticipates future shifts in tourist behavior, including post-pandemic therapeutic tourism, niche exploration for memorable travel experiences, the transition to tech-savvy ‘smart’ travelers, the impact of social media on travel decision-making, and the rise of responsible travel as a social norm. The chapter concludes by discussing the book’s scope and expressing gratitude for contributions. © The Editors and Contributors Severally 2024.
Introduction: Interdisciplinary Research in Tourism: An Overview
(Taylor and Francis, 2026) Wen, J.; Kozak, M.; Aston, J.; Wang, W.
Tourism has long been recognized as a multifaceted domain that intersects with numerous aspects of society, culture, environment, politics, and the economy. As a socio-economic activity, tourism influences and is influenced by a wide array of forces, ranging from globalization and technological innovation to demographic shifts and geopolitical tensions. Consequently, tourism is not only an object of academic inquiry within its own right but also a phenomenon that offers fertile ground for engagement across disciplinary borders. Historically, tourism research emerged from a range of parent disciplines, including geography, economics, sociology, anthropology, and business studies. While this multidisciplinarity enriched the field in its formative years, it also led to a fragmented body of knowledge lacking unified theoretical development. © 2026 selection and editorial matter, Jun Wen, Metin Kozak, Joshua Aston and Wei Wang; individual chapters, the contributors.
Citation - Scopus: 1
Rethinking the Role of Tourism in Modern Society Through the Lenses of the Public and General Wellbeing
(Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd., 2022) Wen, J.; Nunkoo, R.; Kozak, Metin
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