Journal Insight

Overview  

Journal of Tourism and Creativity (JTC) is a peer-reviewed academic journal published by the Diploma of Travel Business, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, University of Jember, Indonesia. The journal provides a platform for disseminating scientific articles, research findings, and innovations in Tourism and Creative Industry.

Scope  

The journal publishes articles in all areas related to Tourism and Creativity, including but not limited to:

• Creative Tourism: Research on active participation, co-creation of experiences, and the integration of creative industries (arts, crafts, design, and fashion) into tourism.

• Tourism Policy & Management: Studies on government strategies, organizational structures, and the impact of policy on regional development.

• Sustainable & Ecotourism: Focus on community-based tourism (CBT), empowerment of local communities, and balancing environmental health with economic growth.

• Sociology & Anthropology: Cultural exchange, living traditions, and the social impact of travel.

• Technology & Information: The role of digital platforms, "Smart Tourism," and the use of technology in destination marketing.

• Geography & Environment: Mapping tourism education, carbon footprint calculators, and land-use planning.

• Psychology: Tourist behavior, perception of destinations, and the "wellness" aspect of creative travel.

• MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions).

• Agrotourism & Marine Tourism.

• Gastronomy: Food tourism and the creative presentation of local culinary heritage.

• Ziarah (Pilgrimage) & Heritage: Marketing and managing religious or historical sites through a modern, creative lens.

Indexing and Accreditation

• Indexed in Google Scholar, GARUDA

• Accredited in SINTA 5 (Science and Technology Index, Indonesia)

Publication Policy

• Open Access: All articles are freely available to readers worldwide.

• Peer Review: Manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer review process to ensure quality and integrity.

• Plagiarism Screening: All submissions are checked using Turnitin with a maximum similarity threshold of 25%.

Audience  

The journal is intended for researchers, academics, engineers, and professionals in Tourism and Creative Industry and related fields.