2nd International Conference
Tourism and Hospitality Transformation:
Evolving Travel Paradigms, Eco- Intelligence, and Travel tech & Artificial Intelligence
Organized by FHMCT
- 27 - 28 March 2026
- Parul University, Vadodara
About Parul University
Parul University Vadodara is a multidisciplinary destination of learning and innovation, propelling quality in higher education with a record of being India's youngest private university to receive NAAC A++ accreditation the first cycle. Situated in Vadodara, Gujarat, Parul University, is an embodiment of the nation's essence of cultural heritage blended with modern innovations and academic practices for student enrichment, while fostering national and global development. The University is an amalgamation of faculties and institutes that offer a plethora of diploma, undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programs in numerous disciplines. Through its uniquely structured, industry linked and field aligned programs, the University holds a noteworthy record of fulfilling the infinite dreams of students, by launching their lucrative careers towards high trajectories through start-up incubation and impeccable placement records. The 125-acre eco-friendly campus is home to over 43,000 students from every State of India and over 2,500 international students from 68 countries, making Parul University a truly culturally global destination. In addition to its NAAC A-++ accreditation, the University holds global memberships in bodies such as the Association of Commonwealth Universities. The University's stamps of quality extend to its DSIR recognition for quality research, NABL accreditation for quality in clinical medical research, NABH accreditation for quality healthcare and, ARIlA Top 50 ranking for innovation achievements nationwide. In recognition of Parul University's excellence in education it has been awarded for being the Best Private University in Western India by Praxis Media and Best University in Placements by ASSOCHAM and the Most Outstanding University in West Zone for having Highest Nationalities in campus at the World Education Summit Awards.
ABOUT FACULTY OF HOTEL MANAGEMENT AND CATERING TECHNOLOGY
The Faculty of Hotel Management and Catering Technology, Parul University was established in 2018, to bridge the gap between the demand of skilled manpower and its short supply. FHMCT has been successfully able to create an interface between the industry and the educational facade by means of continuing engagement with its partners.
Aim of The Conference
This international event will serve as an interdisciplinary platform for industry professionals, academics, policymakers, and students to engage with the latest shifts shaping tourism, hospitality, and aviation. Building on the success of the previous edition, the conference will explore timely themes such as niche and purpose-driven tourism (e.g., wellness, volunteer, and digital nomadism), eco-Intelligence strategies for climate-resilient operations, and the transformative role of AI and digital technologies in enhancing guest experience and operational efficiency.
Patrons & Chairperson of the Conference
Dr. Amit Ganatra
Provost - Parul University
Patrons
Dr. Manish Pandya
Registrar - Parul University
Patrons
Mr. Satish Jha
Dean - Faculty of Hotel Management & Catering Technology
Chairperson
Distinguished International Speakers
Dr Tahir Sufi
Professor, Department of Tourism, School of Business & Economics,
Universidad de las Américas Puebla (UDLAP), Puebla, Mexico
Dr. Thamimula Ansari
Associate Professor at University of Gondar, Ethiopia
Dr Ana Sofia Duque
Adjunct Professor, Polytechnic Institute of Viseu, Viseu Portugal
Dr. Eslam Ahmed Fathy
Associate Professor, Head of Hotel Management Department, Faculty of Tourism and Hotel Management, Pharos University in Alexandria, Egypt
Distinguished National Speakers
Mr. Kingshuk Biswas
Project Head, Gujarat Power Corporation Limited, Panel Member - UNWTO Panel of Tourism Experts
Dr Ashish Dahiya
Professor & Director of Institute of Hotel and Tourism Management, Director of Center for Life Skills & Soft Skills, M.D. Univerity, Haryana
Dr. Ranbir Singh
Head of Department, Department of Tourism & Hotel Management at Central University of Haryana
Dr. Amit Kumar Singh
Associate Professor, Department of Tourism, Sikkim University
Dr Rahul Singh Shekhawat
Assistant Professor, Mody University of Science and Technology, Sikar, Rajasthanverity, Haryana
Dr. Yashwant Singh Rawal
Professor at Amity School of Hospitality Amity University Rajasthan
Dr. Indu
Assistant Professor of Tourism Management at Christ University, Bangalore
This international event will serve as an interdisciplinary platform for industry professionals, academics, policymakers, and students to engage with the latest shifts shaping tourism, hospitality, and aviation. Building on the success of the previous edition, the conference will explore timely themes such as niche and purpose-driven tourism (e.g., wellness, volunteer, and digital nomadism), eco-Intelligence strategies for climate-resilient operations, and the transformative role of AI and digital technologies in enhancing guest experience and operational efficiency.
Venue address
FHMCT, Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat