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CACTUS | 16 Years of Academic Excellence
CACTUS is a biannual, peer-reviewed journal. Diamond Open Access (no APCs). Call for Papers 2026 open!
We publish original research, case studies and reviews in Tourism, Hospitality, Applied Economics/Business. Founded in 2010, CACTUS is a biannual, peer-reviewed scientific journal edited by the Bucharest University of Economic Studies (ASE), within the Faculty of Business and Tourism. We are a Diamond Open Access publication, committed to the global exchange of knowledge by providing immediate open access to all content. To support our contributors, the journal charges no publication fees (No APCs), ensuring that high-quality research is published based solely on its scientific merit. CACTUS invites original research articles, case studies, and reviews in the following areas:
Tourism & Hospitality (services, ethics, geography of tourism). Applied Economics & Business Administration. Human Resources & related socio-economic fields. To ensure maximum visibility and citation impact, CACTUS is indexed and listed in major international databases, including:
ERIH PLUS & DOAJ (Directory of Open Access Journals). RePEc, EBSCO, ProQuest, and Google Scholar. Call for Papers – 2026: We are currently seeking valuable research contributions for our upcoming 2026 issues. Join our growing community of international scholars and practitioners. Official Website: https://www.cactus-journal-of-tourism.ase.ro/
12/12/2025
We are pleased to announce the latest issue of CACTUS Journal, a fully open-access platform dedicated to advancing knowledge in tourism and hospitality. Every article is freely available to read, download, and share, supporting transparency and global access to academic research.
In this issue:
Explore innovative studies and new perspectives on some of the most relevant topics in today’s tourism landscape, including:
• Sustainable business innovation driven by CSR in hospitality
• Generation Z and intangible cultural heritage in the digital era
• The metaverse as a transformative educational tool in tourism
• Local sourcing strategies for competitive luxury restaurant operations
• Pop culture and postmodern literature shaping cultural tourism perceptions
• Education and workforce integration in tourism
Plus, many other thought-provoking contributions.
We extend our sincere thanks to all our authors and reviewers for their commitment to scientific excellence and for helping us make high-quality tourism research accessible to all.
Explore the full open-access issue here: https://cactus-journal-of-tourism.ase.ro/volume-7-no-2-2025/
11/07/2025
Dear Academic Community,
We are pleased to announce that the CACTUS Journal of Tourism, Hospitality and Services Science is an official partner of the 4th International Congress of New Generations & New Trends in Tourism (INGANT 2025), hosted by Sakarya University of Applied Sciences. This esteemed academic event will take place from 5–7 November 2025 in Sapanca, Sakarya, Türkiye.
INGANT 2025 provides an essential platform for academics, graduate students, and industry professionals to engage in dialogue on emerging trends in tourism, hospitality, and related sectors. Emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration, the congress seeks contributions that connect theory with practice and foster innovation across fields. This year's theme, “Technology in Hospitality and Tourism,” will be addressed through keynote lectures and over 60 academic presentations from 12 countries and 44 universities, as demonstrated in past editions.
Key Information:
📅 Dates: November 5–7, 2025
📍 Venue: Sapanca, Sakarya, Türkiye
📝 Submission Deadline: Full papers due by August 30, 2025
💡 Important Dates: Submission opens April 7, 2025 | Notification of acceptance: September 15, 2025
🏨 Registration: Free accommodation available | More info at ingant.subu.edu.tr
We warmly invite researchers to contribute to this dynamic academic exchange and submit their work for inclusion in the congress proceedings. Join us to connect with global experts and shape the future of tourism and hospitality research.
🔗 Visit ingant.subu.edu.tr for full details or scan the QR code to register.
20/12/2023
🎉🌵Great news!!!
📖 🤓The latest issue of is now online!
👇Get a sneak peek by clicking on the link in comments!
05/05/2023
https://www.cactus-conference.ase.ro/
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The upcoming CACTUS 2023 Conference on Technologies applied in Hospitality, Travel and Tourism will take place between 12th-14th of October at The Bucharest University of Economic Studies. This event will bring together leading experts in the field to share their latest research, insights, and perspectives. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in thought-provoking discussions, expand their professional networks, and stay up-to-date on the latest industry trends. More details to come soon. Stay tuned!
Cactus 2023 October 12 - October 14, 2023, Bucharest, Romania CACTUS 2023 – Technologies applied in Hospitality, Travel and Tourism The 9th International Conference of Tourism Register Now Learn new things and connect people How you adapt your research as an academic in business, toursim and services to the i...
16/12/2022
🎅 Santa has arrived in town earlier this year with a whole bunch of great academic papers! 🎁
📖 Check out the second issue of the 2022 at the link below! 🌵
🎉 Share your favourite manuscripts with your peers! 👇
05/08/2022
🎉 The latest issue of is now available online! 📖
🌴 Volume 4, Issue 1 can be accessed for free by academics, PhD students and tourism specialists. 🎈
🥂 Congratulations to all those involved and we are looking forward your future manuscripts! 🍾🎊
🌵 Check out the whole issue on the link below! 👇
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