Call for Submissions: Volume 2, Issue 3, September 2025 ISSN:3049-1223 (online)

The Centre for Mountain Tourism & Hospitality Studies, H.N.B Garhwal University, invites submissions for the second issue of volume two of Himalayan Tourism, a quarterly e-magazine dedicated to exploring critical themes related to the Himalayas.

Theme: Hospitality Management

This issue aims to explore the rich blend of traditional hospitality practices with modern approaches in service and management. We welcome articles, case studies, interviews, and insights on topics such as traditional and cultural hospitality, local food experiences, training for locals, safety and risk management, best practices in hotel, resort, and homestay operations, host–guest dynamics, community-led initiatives, sustainable hospitality, professional service management, and the role of government policies and collaborations. Contributions should reflect original thought, practical relevance, and a commitment to improving hospitality through inclusive and sustainable approaches.

Sub-themes:

• Tradition & Cultural Hospitality .

• Local Food & Hospitality.

• Hospitality Training for Locals.

• Safety & Risk Management.

• Best practices in hotel, resort, and homestay operations.

• Host Guest Experience.

• Community-Led Hospitality.

• Sustainable Hospitality.

• Professional Management of Hospitality Services.

• Government Policies & Collaboration.

Submission Guidelines:

We welcome submissions in the following formats:

• Articles: 800–2,000 words

• Case Studies: 700–1,000 words

• Interviews:  800 words

• Book Reviews: 200 words

• Photography Stories: 5 photos with detailed descriptions

All submissions must be:

• Original and unpublished work.

• Aligned with the issue theme.

• Free of grammatical errors and plagiarism.

Deadline for Submissions: 5th September, 2025

Submission Instructions:

Mail your submissions to: cmths.hnbgu@gmail.com / dhodirakesh@gmail.com 

Note: Due to the expected high volume of submissions, we may not be able to provide individual feedback. Shortlisted authors will be contacted directly.