by Nareeya WeerakitAlina TkachukFaculty of Hospitality and Tourism, Prince of Songkla University, Phuket, Thailand

by Sean Hsin-Hung LinJanet ChangYou-Sheng Huanga Department of Business Management, Tzu Chi University, Hualien City, Taiwanb Graduate Institute of Food Culture and Innovation, National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality & Tourism, Kaohsiung City, Taiwanc Graduate Institute of Tourism Management, National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism, Kaohsiung City, TaiwanSean Hsin-Hung Lin is an Assistant Professor in the Department of BusinessManagement, Tzu Chi University, Hualien City, Taiwan. His research interests include post-disaster tourism, touristbehavior, tourism management and food tourism. He has published some papers in scholarly journals such as BritishFood Journal, Food Quality and Preference, Asia Pacific Journal of Tourism Research.Janet Chang is a Professor of Graduate Institute of National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality & Tourism. Her research interests include touristbehaviors, cultural tourism, and food and tourism marketing. She has published several research in SSCI and Scopusjournals.You-Sheng Huang is a Doctoral Candidate in National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality & Tourism. Hisresearch interests include post-disaster tourism, tourist behavior, tourism management and food tourism.

by Syed Ahamed SubanIFIM College, Bangalore, IndiaSyed Ahamed S is an Associate Professor at IFIM College, Bangalore, India. Ph.D. in Marketing with 21 years of strong academic and administrative experience. Board of Studies & Board of Examination member for leading Universities and Autonomous Colleges. Experienced in Design and development of curriculum and course content for MBA, PGDM & PGPM, expertise in preparing reports for University Affiliation/ AICTE Approval, running complaints checks, creating documents needed by associated universities / AICTE, Contributing to National Accreditations like NBA, and NAAC. Experienced in Organizing National and international Conferences, Workshops, Seminars, Industrial Visits, FDP & Management Development Programs, and international Immersion & Students Exchange programs.

by Eleni Argyroula TsouniaKonstantinos ChandoliasMarkos SgantzosGaryfallia PeperaEleni KapreliNikolaos Strimpakosa Health Assessment and Quality of Life Research Laboratory, Department of Physiotherapy, School of Health Sciences, University of Thessaly, Lamia, Greeceb Faculty of Medicine, School of Health Sciences, University of Thessaly, Larissa, Greecec Department of Neurology, General University Hospital of Larissa, Larissa, Greeced Clinical Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation Laboratory, Department of Physiotherapy, School ofHealth Sciences, University of Thessaly, Lamia, Greecee Division of Musculoskeletal & Dermatological Sciences, University of Manchester, UKEleni Argyroula Tsounia is a Ph.D. candidate at the Department of Physiotherapy, University of Thessaly, Greece. The title of she's Ph.D thesis is “Development and implementation of an assessment protocol for patients using thermal springs”. She holds a Master's Degree (2017) in MSc Program in “Advanced Physiotherapy” from Department of Physiotherapy, University of Thessaly and a Bachelor's Degree (2014) in Physiotherapy from the Technological Educational Institute (TEI) of Thessaloniki, Greece. She is a member of the research lab “Health Assessment and Quality of Life” of the Department of Physiotherapy, University of Thessaly, and a researcher on the European-funded Project “Smart-Tourist”. She is also Academic Scholar at the University of Thessaly. Her research interest and expertise concern in hydrotherapy, aquatic therapy, balneotherapy, pediatrics and neurorehabilitation. She has presentations in the Balneotherapy and Hydrotherapy field in national and international conferences and congresses.Dr Konstantinos Chandolias is a physiotherapist and hydrotherapist with a PhD in hydrotherapy and neurodevelopmental disorders. He is holding 2 masters in ‘Exercise and Health' from the University of Thessaly and in ‘Pediatric Physiotherapy’ from International Hellenic University. He is postdoctoral researcher in the field of hydrotherapy in balneotherapy of the department of physiotherapy, University of Thessaly. His research interests concern the objective assessment in water environment and the functional therapy approach in water. He is a senior Halliwick lecturer, member of The Educational and research committee of IHA and chair of Halliwick Association of Greece. He is teaching Halliwick- hydrotherapy foundation and advanced courses in Greece and all over world.Dr. Markos Sgantzos, born in Athens in 1964, is a distinguished medical professional specializing in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine. He currently holds the position of Consultant Physiatrist at the Department of Neurology, General University Hospital of Larissa. He is also an Associate Professor in the Department of Anatomy at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Thessaly. Since September 2010, he has been imparting his extensive knowledge to fourth-year medical students through the course “Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.” He has played a pivotal role in shaping the medical landscape, holding the prestigious Senior European Board Certified PRM (SEBPRM) designation and earning a Certificate of Specialty in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine in Greece since 1996. He serves as a dedicated Delegate for both the Section and Board of UEMS PRM and the European Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine. Additionally, Dr. Sgantzos holds the esteemed position of President of the Hellenic Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine. His commitment to medical education extends beyond the classroom, as he is the President of the examining Committee for the medical specialty of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine in Greece. He is actively involved in multiple post-graduate programs, demonstrating his dedication to advancing the field of medicine. With a work address at Viopolis New Building in Larissa and contact numbers including +30-2410685665 for work and +30-6944 412554 for his cell phone, Dr. Markos Sgantzos stands as a beacon of expertise and leadership in the realm of Physical and Rehabilitation MedicineDr Garyfallia Pepera is an Assistant Professor in Cardiovascular Physiotherapy, in Physiotherapy Department at the University of Thessaly. She earned a bachelor's degree (2003) in Physiotherapy from University of Thessaly in Greece. She holds a PhD (Doctor of Philosophy, 2011) in Cardiac Rehabilitation from University of Essex in United Kingdom and an M.Sc. (Master of Science) (2005) in Medicine and Science in Sport and Exercise (Therapy) from Glasgow University, Strathclyde University & Glasgow Caledonian University in United Kingdom. She is a Deputy Director of Clinical Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation Laboratory in Physiotherapy Department at the University of Thessaly. Her research interests are cardiac rehabilitation, telerehabilitation, the implementation of physical activity programs and cardiovascular assessment programs in cardiac patients, diabetic patients, children, adolescents, and older people. https://orcid.org/my-orcid?orcid=0000-0001-8012-0325Prof. Eleni Kapreli is a Professor in Physiotherapy Department, University of Thessaly. She has an MSc (1996) from University of Nottingham, UK and a PhD (2006) from National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and research interest on the underlying mechanisms of dysfunction development in chronic neuro-musculoskeletal patients as well as in prevention and rehabilitation of sports injuries. She has attended numerous specialized postgraduate courses and seminars. She has participated in more than 25 national and international conferences as an invited speaker and also, she has oral presentations and posters in more than 40 international and 70 national conferences and congresses. Furthermore, she has received a number of awards for best conference presentations. She has more than 70 peer reviewed scientific publications with more than 3000 citations and 25 h-index (https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Eleni-Kapreli-2). She has been coordinator/member of scientific team in several research projects and she has received Marie Curie Fellowship by European Commission. She is currently the Director of Clinical Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation Laboratory, University of Thessaly, Director of MSc Advanced Physiotherapy in University of Thessaly, Director of Lifelong Learning courses, and member of Scientific committee of Sports Physiotherapy accreditation of Pahnellenic Association of Physiotherapsts.Prof. Nikolaos Strimpakos is a Professor in the Department of Physiotherapy, University of Thessaly, Greece. He holds an MSc and PhD in Rehabilitation from University of Manchester, UK and has BSc in both Physiotherapy and Sports Science. He has been Vice-Rector of Academic Affairs in the TEI of Sterea Ellada, Director of the Centre for Technological Research of Central Greece and Head of MSc Program in Advanced Physiotherapy. Currently, he is Director of Research Institute of Rehabilitation and Wellbeing, Director of Health Assessment and Quality of Life Lab, Vice-Head of Physiotherapy Department and member of Quality Assurance Unit of University of Thessaly. He is also member of Education and Research Working Group of European Region of WCPT and National Delegate of European Society for Shoulder and Elbow Rehabilitation (EUSSER). He has written more than 60 peer-review articles in international Journals having up to now more than 3100 citations. His research interest and expertise concern the musculoskeletal rehabilitation, development of objective and subjective outcome measures, exercise in chronic diseases, hydrotherapy and has been principal investigator or member of research teams in projects with more than 2.000.000 euros.

by Deepak ChhabraEunhye Grace Kima School of Community Resources and Development, Arizona State University, Phoenix, AZ, USAb Department of Geography, Central Connecticut State University, New Britain, CT, USADeepak Chhabra, PhD, teaches in the School of Community Resources and Development at Arizona State University, Phoenix (USA). Her research interests include authenticity and authentication of heritage; social and economic viability of different forms of tourism and; wellness and wellbeing through alternate healing/preventive therapeutic settings and programs.Eunhye Grace Kim is an Assistant Professor of Tourism and Hospitality Studies in the Department of Geography at Central Connecticut State University. She received her Ph.D. in Tourism Development and Management from Arizona State University. Prior to joining CCSU, she worked as a faculty associate in the School of Community Resources and Development and a senior research associate in the Center for Sustainable Tourism at ASU. Her research interests include destination marketing, MICE tourism, cultural tourism, sustainable development, and economic impacts.

by Satvika MarrapuWilliam SennVictor Prybutoka College of Information, University of North Texas, Denton, TX, USAb College of Business, Tarleton State University, Stephenville, TX, USAc College of Business, University of North Texas, Denton, TX, USAI am Satvika Marrapu, a dedicated Ph.D. candidate specialising in Information Science with a concentration in Data Science at the University of North Texas. With a strong academic background and a passion for exploring the vast potential of data, I am committed to advancing the field through my research and scholarly contributions. My primary focus lies in leveraging data science techniques to uncover valuable insights and solve complex problems in information science. By combining my knowledge of information systems with advanced data analytics, I aim to enhance the accessibility, usability, and effectiveness of information systems, thereby empowering individuals and organisations with data-driven decision-making capabilities. I actively engage in academic conferences, workshops, and seminars, where I share my research findings and exchange ideas with experts in the field.Will Senn is an Assistant Professor of Computer Information Systems in the College of Business at Tarleton State University. He holds a Ph.D. in Information Sciences from the University of North Texas. He is a member of a multidisciplinary team of researchers looking at data and conducting research involving health services, service quality, and technology. His areas of research are survey measurement, service quality, augmented reality, and information. He teaches C#, Databases, Management Information Systems, and various other technical subjects.Victor Prybutok is a Regents Professor of Decision Sciences in the G. Brint Ryan College of Business, Vice Provost for Graduate Education, and Dean of the Toulouse Graduate School at the University of North Texas. He received, from Drexel University, his B.S. with High Honours in 1974, a M.S. in Bio-Mathematics in 1976, a M.S. in Environmental Health in 1980, and a Ph.D. in Environmental Analysis and Applied Statistics in 1984. Dr. Prybutok is an American Society for Quality certified quality engineer, certified quality auditor, certified manager of quality / organisational excellence, and an American Statistical Association accredited professional statistician (PSTAT®). He has authored over 250 journal articles, over 350 conference presentations, and several book chapters. Research.com includes Prybutok among the list of Best Scientists for Business and Management in the nation and world. His awards include the 2015 Federation of Business Disciplines Outstanding Educator Award, the Southwest Decision Sciences Institute Outstanding Educator Award, the 2017 American Society for Quality Gryna Award, the 2018 Decision Sciences Institute Lifetime Distinguished Educator Award, and the 2020 Southwest Decision Sciences Institute Distinguished Service Award. In May of 2023, Dr. Prybutok started his servicepresident-electlect of the Decision Sciences Institute and will serve as president starting May of 2024 and past president in 2025.

by Nadia CauchiRose FalzonMalta College of Arts, Sciences and Technology, Qormi, MaltaMs Nadia Cauchi is a Senior Lecturer at the Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology (MCAST), where she brings her expertise in the beauty and holistic therapy field. Nadia is currently a third-year doctorate student pursuing the MCAST Professional Research Doctorate on the Competitive Behaviour of Small Organizations (DRes). Her research interests are centred on using holistic therapies, such as mindfulness, to help students and lecturers manage their daily stressors and improve their personal and professional lives. Nadia aims to create a positive impact in the beauty industry by sharing her findings and promoting the use of mindfulness meditation.Dr Rose Falzon’s main Masters and Doctoral academic qualifications are in education, psychotherapy, counselling, practitioner supervision and mentoring, and Qualitative Research in the Humanistic Fields. Dr Falzon’s designation at MCAST is as a Senior Lecturer and Coordinator of the Masters in Research Methods and Supervisor in the Professional Doctorate in Research at MCAST Applied Research and Innovation. Dr Falzon held several workshops and presentations concerning therapy and supervision in conferences both locally and abroad. Apart from her two doctoral thesis, she published diverse articles in MCAST Journal of Applied Research & Practice, European Association for Counselling Online Publications, and the European Journal for Qualitative Research in Psychotherapy. rose.falzon@mcast.edu.mt.

by Susanna SaariM. GrénmanM. Varhelahtia Multidimensional Tourism Institute, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Lapland, Rovaniemi, Finlandb School of Business and Economics, University of Jyväskylä, Jyväskylä, Finlandc Faculty of Engineering and Business, Turku University of Applied Sciences, Turku, FinlandSusanna Saari holds an M.Soc.Sc in Leisure and Recreation studies from University of Joensuu, Finland and is a doctoral candidate at University of Lapland, Finland, majoring in tourism research. Her doctoral dissertation will study urban wellness destinations. Currently she is a Senior Lecturer in Tourism at Turku University of Applied Sciences, Finland representing her employer at Turku Tourism Academy as well as a board member of The Finnish Society of Tourism Research.M. Grénman is a postdoctoral researcher focusing on a good and meaningful life. She is specialised in transformative consumer research, positive psychology, wellness tourism and consumption, eudaimonic well-being, and flourishing. She works at the Jyväskylä University School of Business and Economics in the Academy of Finland’s funded research project Biodiversity-Respectful Leadership (BIODIFUL) with a focus on biodiversity-respectful flourishing life.M. Varhelahti received the Ph.D. degree in Education from University of Turku, Finland in 2017 and M.Sc. degree in Economics and Business Administration, from the Faculty of Information Systems Science, Turku School of Economics, Finland in 2010. Currently, she is Principal Lecturer in knowledge - based management in virtual teams in the Faculty of Engineering and Business, Turku University of Applied Sciences, Finland. Her research focuses on the use of technology in virtual communication and digitalisation in the field of tourism.

by Dhevaksha Naidoo, Adrian Schembri, Marc Cohen

by Theodoros Dimopoulos, Christos Genitsaropoulos, Angeliki N. Menegaki, George Xanthos, Nikolaos Strimpakos