Submission Guidelines

Asian Tourism Research (ATR) welcomes original, high-quality contributions that offer theoretical, empirical, or conceptual insights into tourism and allied areas with an Asian focus.

1. Before Submission

• Ensure the manuscript fits the aim and scope of the journal.

• Confirm that the work is original, unpublished, and not under review elsewhere.

• Prepare separate files for the Title Page and Main Manuscript (anonymized for peer review).

2. Manuscript Types

• Original Research / Conceptual Papers: 6,000–8,000 words (including references, tables, figures).

• Short Research Notes: Up to 3,000 words.

• Review Essays / Commentaries (if invited): Contact the editorial office.

3. Manuscript Format

• File format: Microsoft Word (.docx)

• Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt

• Line spacing: Double

• Margins: 2.5 cm on all sides

• Page numbers: Bottom left

• Headings: Use up to 3 levels, with consistent formatting

4. Title Page (submitted separately)

Include:

• Full title (UPPER CASE)

• Author names, institutional affiliations, and email addresses

• Corresponding author details

• Up to 5 keywords

• Short author bios (max. 50 words per author)

5. Main Manuscript

Include:

• Title (no author info)

• Abstract (max. 150–200 words)

• Keywords (5–6)

• Structured sections: Introduction, Literature Review, Methodology, Findings, Discussion, Conclusion, References

• Tables/Figures: Attach separately and refer to them in text

6. Referencing Style

Use APA 7th edition for in-text citations and references. Refer to: https://apastyle.apa.org

7. Declaration

Include:

• Conflict of interest statement

• Funding disclosure (if applicable)

• Data availability statement (if applicable)

8. How to Submit

Submissions must be made through the official journal management system at: [insert submission portal link]

For any questions, contact the editorial office at [insert email].