Authors Guidelines

The International Journal for Research in Tourism and Hospitality (IJRTH) welcomes the submission of original, high-quality scholarly manuscripts that contribute to the advancement of tourism, hospitality management, and related disciplines. The journal aims to promote innovative research, sustainable tourism practices, hospitality industry developments, and scholarly insights that address contemporary challenges and opportunities within the global tourism and hospitality sector.

Authors are requested to carefully follow the guidelines below to ensure an efficient review and publication process.

Types of Manuscripts Accepted

The journal accepts the following types of manuscripts:

  • Original Research Articles

  • Review Articles

  • Conceptual and Theoretical Papers

  • Case Studies

All submissions must demonstrate originality, academic rigor, and relevance to the journal’s scope.

Manuscript Submission

All manuscripts must be submitted electronically through the journal’s official submission system.

By submitting a manuscript, authors confirm that:

  • The work is original and has not been previously published.

  • The manuscript is not under review in another journal.

  • All listed authors have made significant scholarly contributions.

  • All authors approve the submitted version of the manuscript.

Paper Format Template

Authors are advised to follow the structure below when preparing their manuscript:

  • Title of the Paper (Bold, 14 pt)

  • Author(s) Name(s) with Affiliation(s)

  • Abstract (150–250 words)

  • Keywords (4–6 keywords)

  • Introduction

  • Literature Review (if applicable)

  • Methodology

  • Results and Discussion

  • Conclusion

  • Acknowledgements (if any)

  • References (APA Format)

Formatting Requirements

To maintain consistency and professional presentation, manuscripts must adhere to the following formatting standards:

  • Font: Times New Roman

  • Font Size: 12 pt (except title 14 pt bold)

  • Line Spacing: 1.5

  • Margins: 1 inch on all sides

  • Alignment: Justified

  • Page Numbers: Bottom center or bottom right

Tables and figures must be clearly numbered and cited within the text. Captions should be concise, clear, and informative.

For more detailed instructions and templates, authors are encouraged to visit the journal website.

Ethical Standards

The International Journal for Research in Tourism and Hospitality (IJRTH), published by Green Publication Services Private Limited, adheres to internationally recognized ethical publishing standards and follows the principles established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

Authors must:

  • Properly cite and acknowledge all sources

  • Avoid plagiarism, duplicate submission, and data fabrication

  • Disclose any potential conflicts of interest

  • Provide accurate data and transparent research methodology

  • Obtain necessary ethical approvals where applicable

All submissions are subject to similarity screening prior to peer review to ensure academic integrity and originality.