What is smart tourism? Smart tourism is defined according to the technological capabilities of a particular destination, attraction or the tourist themselves. Many destinations are now modernising to include increased use of smart technology in their operations ranging from payment methods to interactive activities. The ultimate aim of smart tourism is to improve the efficiency […]
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QUIZ! Why am I doing a PhD?
This post was last updated on July 14th, 2019 at 07:12 amHere is a little quiz that anyone asking themselves the question ‘why am I doing a PhD?’ will enjoy, courtesy of football fanatic and PhD Georgina Harris. It’s pre-season, and for those of you doing a PhD, it’s seems an apt time to reflect […]
QUIZ! Why am I doing a PhD?
Here is a little quiz that anyone asking themselves the question ‘why am I doing a PhD?’ will enjoy, courtesy of football fanatic and PhD Georgina Harris. It’s pre-season, and for those of you doing a PhD, it’s seems an apt time to reflect on your studies and consider those important questions. No, not ‘why […]
The 7 stages of trip planning
When I plan a trip I spend hours finding the best deals online and researching what is the best way to reduce overall costs. I spend weeks looking at the best things to do to ensure that I don’t miss out on anything. Most of the apps on my phone are travel-related and almost all […]
Economic impacts of tourism
Many argue that the tourism industry is the largest industry in the world. While its actual value is difficult to accurately determine, the economic potential of the tourism industry is indisputable. In fact, it is because of the positive economic impacts that most destinations embark on their tourism journey. There is, however, more than meets […]
Top tips for completing your PhD when you have kids (from the PhD parent community)
Completing your PhD when you have kids can most certainly be a challenge BUT it is not impossible! There are plenty of PhD parents amongst the research community. Yes, it may be difficult to manage your time sometimes. Yes, you will probably be VERY busy. But also- yes- it can be done! Fortunately I completed […]