Guidelines

Submission Period: 3–15 July 2026

Authors are required to submit a One-Page Concept Note using the official conference template:

Required Template: Retour_2026_Concept_Template.doc

Concept Note Structure

1. Title of the Study
   • Maximum 20 words
   • Clear, specific, and reflective of the research focus
2. Author Information
   • Full Name(s)
   • Affiliation(s)
   • Email Address of Corresponding Author
   • Country
3. Background and Rationale (100–150 words)
   Briefly describe:
   • Research problem or gap
   • Relevance to tourism studies
   • Significance to the Asia-Pacific region or global tourism
4. Research Objectives / Questions (3–5 bullet points)
   Include:
   • Main aim of the study
   • Research questions and/or hypotheses
5. Methodology (100–150 words)
   Include:
   • Research design
   • Data sources
   • Analytical approach
6. Expected Contributions (100–150 words)
   Include:
   • Theoretical contribution
   • Practical implications
   • Policy implications (if applicable)
7. Keywords
   • 3–5 keywords

Formatting Requirements

• Length: Maximum one page (approximately 500–600 words)
• Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt
• Line Spacing: Single
• Margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm)
• File Format: Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx) or PDF (.pdf)

Submission Platform: Microsoft Conference Management Toolkit (CMT)

Submission Link: Submit via Microsoft CMT

Filename Format

Authors should save their concept note using the following format:

• ThemeNumber_FirstAuthorSurname_Concept.docx
• Example: Theme3_Smith_Concept.docx

Proposal Submission Period: 1–10 August 2026

Accepted concept-note authors will be invited to submit an extended research proposal through Microsoft CMT.

Submission Platform: Microsoft Conference Management Toolkit (CMT)

Submission Link: Submit via Microsoft CMT

Proposal Presentation Date: 14 August 2026

Venue: Khon Kaen International Convention and Exhibition Center (KICE) Khon Kaen, Thailand

Oral Presentation Guidelines

Presentation Slides

• Presentation slides must be prepared using Microsoft PowerPoint 2007 or later.
• A computer and projector will be provided in each presentation room.
• Presenters should prepare slides in English.
• Authors are encouraged to use clear visuals, diagrams, and figures rather than excessive text.

Presentation Time

• Oral Presentation: 15–20 minutes
• Question & Answer Session: 5 minutes

Total allocated time: 20–25 minutes per presentation

Before the Session

• Arrive at the session room at least 15 minutes before the session begins.
• Upload or transfer presentation slides before the session starts.
• Confirm presentation order with the session chair or moderator.

Speaker Biography

Authors must submit a short biography to the session moderator.

Requirements:

• Maximum 200 words
• Full Name
• Affiliation
• Position
• Research Interests
• Selected Publications or Achievements (optional)

Recommended Presentation Structure

• Introduction
• Literature Review
• Research Objectives
• Methodology
• Results or Expected Findings
• Discussion
• Implications
• Conclusion

Full Paper Submission Period: 1–10 October 2026

Accepted proposal presenters are invited to submit their full papers through Microsoft CMT.

Submission Platform: Microsoft Conference Management Toolkit (CMT)

Submission Link: Submit via Microsoft CMT

Main Conference Date: 16 October 2026

Venue: Khon Kaen Business School Khon Kaen University Thailand

Poster Presentation Guidelines

Poster Format

• Posters must be prepared in A0 size.
• Recommended orientation: Portrait
• Language: English

Poster Content

The poster should include:

• Title of the Study
• Author Information
• Introduction
• Research Objectives
• Methodology
• Findings / Expected Findings
• Discussion
• Conclusions
• Keywords
• Acknowledgements (if applicable)

Presentation Instructions

• Please display your poster before the scheduled poster session.
• Presenters are expected to remain near their posters during the assigned session.
• Presenters should be available for discussion and questions throughout the session.
• Authors are encouraged to prepare a brief 3–5 minute summary of their research.

Recommended Design Tips

• Use large, readable fonts.
• Organize content with clear headings.
• Use visuals, charts, graphs, and images where appropriate.
• Avoid overcrowding the poster with text.
• Ensure content can be easily read from a distance of approximately 1–2 meters.

Important Notes for All Authors

• ✅ All submissions must be written in English.
• ✅ Authors must submit their work through Microsoft CMT only.
• ✅ At least one author must register and present the paper.
• ✅ Authors are responsible for ensuring the originality of their work.
• ✅ All accepted submissions will undergo academic review before presentation.
• ✅ Presentation certificates will be provided to registered presenters.

Microsoft CMT Acknowledgement

The Microsoft CMT service was used for managing the peer-reviewing process for this conference. This service was provided for free by Microsoft and they bore all expenses, including costs for Azure cloud services as well as for software development and support.