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... Serving the Needs

of Research in Tourism

How to order an application form?

Please send an email or a fax to the AIEST Secretariat:

AIEST International Association of

Scientific Experts in Tourism

Dufourstrasse 40aCH- 9000 St. Gallen

phone: +41-(0)71- 224 25 30

fax: +41-(0)71- 224 25 36

mail: aiest@unisg.ch

http://www.aiest.org

International Association of Scientific Experts in Tourism

Association Internationale D Experts Scientifiques Du Tourisme

Internationale Vereinigung Wissenschaftlicher Tourismusexperten

Statut consultatif auprs de l UNESCO et du Conseil de l Europe

... A unique Network of

Scientific Experts in Tourism

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What is the AIEST?A unique network devoted to scientific research in tourism

Founded in 1951, theAIEST is the oldest association of scientific experts in tourism

that is world wide in scope. Today theAIEST has 350 members in 44 countries on all

continents.

TheAIEST has contributed much to an understanding of the modern tourism

phenomenon, and to the scientific acceptance of research in this field. In their work,

AIEST members help to pinpoint the latest developments and trends in tourismand to devise farsighted solutions for new problems as they arise.

TheAIEST is an interdisciplinary network of experts, whose members include specialists

from all relevant disciplines (Business Administration, Economics, Geography, Sociology

etc.) who have a particular interest in tourism.

How does the AIEST work?An organisation that promotes frequent personal contacts among world

wide experts and provides platforms for international scientific exchange

TheAIEST above all tries to promote personal and informal contacts among itsmembers on a regular basis. The Association holds an annual general meeting,

at which all important decisions are taken, together with an annual scientific

conference which addresses latest topics

An 10-member Executive Committee of renowned international researchers meets two

times a year to prepare the agenda of activities. TheAIEST entrusts its administration to

an elected President and Secretary General.

The Association maintains contacts with a number of other international organisations.

It has for example an advisory status at the UNESCO.

How would you benefit as anAIEST member?A number of proven advantages

AIEST members benefit in many ways, both on the personal and professional level:

Discover new scientific methods in the field of tourism.

Be part of a world wide scientific network.

Make your own scientific contributions to our annual publication

or the Tourism Review.

Participate in personal exchanges of views with other leading scientists and

experts in the field of tourism at the annual conference.

What services does the AIEST

provide?Many services and benefits are available to members

A comprehensive index of members

The Tourism Review (international journal with double blind review process)

with four issues a year free for all members

The annual congress as an opportunity to review developments with

colleagues world wide

Experts selection through theAIEST data bank

Reduced fee for the annual conference and a free copy of the annual proceedings

What are the requirements for

admission to the AIEST?An Admission of recognised tourism experts

Membership in theAIEST to scientists with a proved track record in tourism research.

The Executive committee makes its decision on the basis of curriculum vitae submitted

by the candidates themselves, together with two professional references and a list of

publications.

Standard minimal requirements are: - University degree

- Publications.

The AIEST General Secretariat is glad to send application forms to anyone interested

in joining.

How can you contact the AIEST?A well organised General Secretariat

The General Secretariat, located at the University of St. Gallen (Switzerland), is ready to

answer inquiries of members and those interested in becoming members, at any time.

The General Secretariat is also your sales contact for the Tourism Review as well for the

annual conference proceedings.

Some of theAIEST recent publications:

2003: Sport and Tourism

2004: The future of SMES in Tourism

2005: Innovation in Tourism Creating Customer Value

2006: Marketing Efficiency in Tourism