Aims and Scope of Tourist Studies
Tourist Studies is a triannual peer-reviewed academic journal that covers studies on tourism. Its editors-in-chief are Gordon Waitt (University of Wollongong) and Caroline Scarles (University of Surrey). Tim Edensor is an Editor Emeritus. The journal was established in 2001 and is published by Sage Publications. Less
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Q2Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality Management

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| Overview | |
| Publisher | SAGE PUBLICATIONS INC |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Tri-annual |
| General Details | |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Tri-annual |
| Publication Start Year | 2001 |
| Publisher URL | Visit website |
| Website URL | Visit website |
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