Know About The Conference
- 27 - 28 March 2026
- Parul University, Vadodara
About The Conference
The International Conference on “Tourism and Hospitality Transformation: Evolving Travel Paradigms, Eco-Intelligence Practices, and Travel Tech & Artificial Intelligence” aims to explore cutting-edge research, spot new trends, and present workable solutions in the tourism, hospitality, and aviation sectors. It seeks to offer a forum for conversations about how advanced technologies, sustainable practices, and innovative marketing strategies might be combined to shape the direction of the industries going forward. This global event is envisioned as an interdisciplinary platform where industry professionals, academic scholars, policy thinkers, and students come together to critically engage with the shifts shaping today’s tourism, hospitality, and aviation sectors. Building on the momentum of the previous conference, this edition aims to delve deeper into the transformative forces currently redefining travel behaviour, service delivery, destination planning, and operational strategies across the globe. The conference will explore timely and relevant themes including the rise of niche and purpose-driven tourism (such as wellness, volunteer, and digital nomad travel), emerging eco-Intelligence strategies for climate-resilient operations, and the growing influence of artificial intelligence and advanced technologies in enhancing guest experiences and business efficiencies. Participants will engage in high-impact keynote speeches, expert-led panel discussions, technical paper presentations, and networking forums designed to facilitate cross-sectoral collaboration and thought leadership. A major emphasis of the conference will be on aligning innovation with responsibility, how technology and data can be leveraged not just for growth, but also for inclusivity, accessibility, and environmental harmony. This dialogue will be supported by real-world case studies, research-based discussions, and policy-oriented conversations to inspire actionable solutions for both present challenges and future opportunities. This conference aspires to strengthen the academic and professional standing of our institute, while significantly contributing to the evolution of global tourism, hospitality, and aviation industries. By bringing together voices from diverse disciplines and regions, the event will catalyze new insights, foster meaningful partnerships, and shape a forward-thinking, resilient, and Intelligence future for global travel.
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. Not only has it provided students with a quality education, it has also provided them with an environment that aims to nurture their strengths and work on their weaknesses, achieving a fine balance for them as the next generation of hoteliers. Our curriculum comprises lectures, practical & tutorials taking a 360-degree approach and view to understand how a student is progressing academically as well as professionally. The curriculum encompasses the three tenets addressing employability, skill development and entrepreneurship. We have a vision that a good education is a mix of academic qualifications and industrial exposure leading legitimate outcome, which is generation of professional competence. Hotel management 3 professional programmes and it requires us as educational service providers to put up equal, on academic qualifications and professional competence of a student.
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.
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
Advisory Committee
Dr. Anand Joshi
Director, RDC
Dr. Bhavesh Mewada
Director, Consultancy Cell
Dr. Manisha Pathak
Academic Director
Dr. S.K Gupta
Principal, Regional Institute of Education (NCERT)
Dr. Madhuri Sawant
Associate Professor, Dept. of Tourism Administration, BAMU Aurangabad
Convener and Co-Convener
Dr. Neha Sharma
Associate Professor, Faculty of Hotel Management and Catering Technology, Parul University
Dr. Bindu
Assistant Professor, Faculty of Hotel Management and Catering Technology, Parul University
Mr. Stephen Murugesh
Assistant Professor, Faculty of Hotel Management and Catering Technology, Parul University
Organizing Committee Members
Dr. Saurabh Awasthi
Assistant Professor, FHMCT
Ms. Minakshi Meshram
Assistant Professor, FHMCT
Ms. Tulika Thakur
Assistant Professor, FHMCT
Ms. Parul Chouhan
Assistant Professor, FHMCT
Ms. Rupali Das
Assistant Professor, FHMCT
Mr. Neeraj Katyal
Assistant Professor, FHMCT
Mr. Amaresh Jha
Assistant Professor, FHMCT
Mr. Arpit Samnani
Assistant Professor, FHMCT
Mr. Rahul Jha
Assistant Professor, FHMCT
Mr. Kartikey Dhanai
Assistant Professor, FHMCT
Mr. Aakash Bhatt
Assistant Professor, FHMCT
Mr. Miten Pandya
Assistant Professor, FHMCT
Mr. Akash Halder
Assistant Professor, FHMCT
This conference aims to provide a platform for industry professionals, researchers, policymakers, and academicians to explore transformative advancements in tourism, hospitality, and aviation. With the increasing integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI), the rise of sustainable practices, and the influence of digital marketing, these industries are undergoing significant evolution.
Venue address
PIHMCT, Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat