The UP Asian Center, in partnership with the University of the Philippines Manila - Museum of a History of Ideas, The Faura Project, and the Bunga Artslink Multimedia Production is now accepting submissions for the 1st International Symposium on Cultural Tourism and Heritage Studies. The deadline for submission is on 15 January 2024.
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
The inaugural International Symposium on Cultural Tourism and Heritage Studies is organized for scholars, practitioners, and stakeholders with the aim of exploring the dynamics of culture, heritage, and tourism. In this symposium, authors are invited to contribute their research, insights, and expertise in the global discourse on cultural heritage within the context of tourism experiences.
This conference is organized by the Secretariat of the International Symposium on Cultural Tourism and Heritage Studies (ISCTHS), in partnership with the Asian Center Museum, University of the Philippines Diliman, the University of the Philippines Manila - Museum of a History of Ideas, The Faura Project, and the Bunga Artslink Multimedia Production.
CONFERENCE SUBTHEMES
For the inaugural symposium, topics shall be limited to Southeast Asia only. Papers and case studies should cover any of the following topics:
• Cultural heritage preservation
• Sustainable tourism
• Approaches to cultural tourism experiences
• Community engagement in cultural tourism development
• Role of technology in cultural tourism and heritage studies
• Impact of tourism on intangible cultural heritage
• Policy frameworks for responsible cultural tourism
• Cultural festivals and events as tourism attractions
• Cross-cultural communication in tourism
• Case studies of successful cultural tourism initiatives
• Other similar topics on culture, heritage, and/or tourism
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES AND CONTACT DETAILS
Authors are invited to submit original and unpublished abstracts, research papers, and case studies on a broad spectrum of topics related to cultural tourism and heritage studies. Submissions should adhere to the following minimum guidelines:
- FORMAT: Submissions should be in English and follow the specified formatting guidelines:
- Arial or Times New Roman
- Font size 12 pt. with 1.5 spacing
- A4 document size
- Word .docx format
- ABSTRACTS: Titles and abstracts should succinctly outline the scope and objectives of the proposed contribution, not exceeding 300 words.
- WORD LIMIT: Full papers should be between 6,000 to 8,000 words, inclusive of references, and should present comprehensive research with clear methodology and findings.
- CITATION: Cite all references used following the APA 7th Edition.
- SUBMISSION: Submit your abstracts to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., together with a copy of your latest Curriculum Vitae. Please use the email subject: “ISCTHS 2024 SUBMISSION”
DOWNLOAD FULL GUIDELINES HERE
KEY DATES
- 15 January 2023 - Submission of Abstracts
- 30 January 2024 - Notification of Acceptance
- 15 February 2024 - Submission of Full Papers
- 20 February 2024 - Deadline of Registration and Payment of Conference Fees
- 6-7 March 2024 - Plenary Sessions
- 8-10 March - Study Tour and Discussions
ABOUT THE VENUE
The Evitel Resort Ubud Jl. Monkey Forest, Br. Padangtegal, Gianyar - Ubud, Bali. Indonesia
CONTACT US
For inquiries and abstract submissions, please contact Phoebe Danielle Pangilinan, Conference Coordinator, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
THE ORGANIZERS
Asian Center Museum, University of the Philippines Diliman
The Asian Center Museum started as a museum laboratory of the then Philippine Center for Advanced Studies. Inaugurated in 1973 under the purview of renowned Filipino anthropologist F. Landa Jocano, it was envisioned to provide instruction to students of Philippine Studies in the fields of ethnography and archaeology. It now serves as the Asian Center’s own hub for culture and the arts. The museum houses a wide range of artworks and artifacts from the Philippines and other Asian countries, including a collection of sculpture, pottery, basketry, weaponry, farming and hunting implements, clothing, textile, jewelry, and musical instruments. The museum mounts regular exhibitions that showcase the Asian Center Art and Ethnographic Collection and complement institutional events such as performances, recitals, and book launches in line with the cultural program of the Asian Center.
Museum of a History of Ideas, University of the Philippines Manila
The UP Manila Museum of a History of Ideas is the first museum to be established at the UP Manila Campus. The heritage building of the College of Dentistry building, erected in 1931 and restored by the Architectural firm of Eduardo Calma for adaptive reuse, stands now as home to this museum. The museum honors the university’s pivotal role in the emergent nation. The current installation of the permanent exhibit explores the Ideas the university was associated with during its first decades, when critical developments associated with the formation of a nation, and the emergence of the sovereign citizen became the defining feature of modern life.
The Faura Project
As an organization that aims to position Padre Faura Street as a heritage zone, The Faura Project magnifies long-overlooked issues across fields through events and programs that focus on heritage conservation and other related issues along Padre Faura Street and Ermita, Manila that are taken for granted. At the core of the project is the awareness that the promotion of heritage can be best undertaken if its culture-bearers increase their awareness of heritage and thus, pride of place.
Bunga Artslink Media Production
Bunga Artslink was founded in 2004 as a group of Sama and non-Sama performing artists, researchers, and indigenous peoples engaged with research, production and practice of the Igal and Pansak dance and music traditions of the Sama peoples. For any organization interested in Sama culture, Bunga Artslink provides educational experiences with members of the community. Leading the group is Dr. Matthew Santamaria, one of the Philippines’ most well-known scholars on Philippine and Asian Dance Forms.
For inquiries, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 8 981 8500 local 3580.
The Asian Center, University of the Philippines Diliman offers M.A. degrees in Asian Studies with four fields of specialization: Northeast Asia, Southeast Asia, South Asia, and West Asia. The UP Asian Center also has an M.A. program in Philippine Studies that allows students to major in Philippine society and culture, Philippine foreign relations, or Philippine development studies. It also offers a Ph.D. program in Philippine Studies in conjunction with the College of Arts and Letters and the College of Social Sciences and Philosophy. For an overview of these graduate programs, click here. As an area studies institution, the Asian Center also publishes Asian Studies: Journal of Critical Perspectives on Asia, the latest issue of which can be downloaded at the journal's website.
