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Presentation Schedule

Day 3 (July 8, Wed.)

Concurrent Session 6, 7, 8 | APTA Panel Session | Poster Session 3 | Closing Ceremony/Farewell Dinner

"Certificate of Presentation" for those presented at the conference will be available after the conference. 

[Important] All the abstract will ONLY be available during the conference. 

08:00 ~ 

Registration Desk Open [34F Foyer]

08:30 ~ 10:00

Concurrent Session 6

6.1 Consumer Behavior [3F, Kiku]

Moderator: Dr. Sangguk Kang

  • The Dark Side Of ESG In Tourism: Psychological Reactance To Coercive Sustainability Campaigns // Jiwon Gwak (Hanyang University); Hakseung Shin (Hanyang University)*

  • Generational Differences In Cooperation In The Workplace: A Serial Mediation Effect Of Self-Reliance And Team Effectiveness // Gozzal Otemisova (Dong-A university)*; Myungkeun Song (Dong-A University); Seungwoo Choo (Dong-Eui University)

  • Tourists’ Sense Of Place In Japan: Phenomelogical Insights Into Depth, Immersion, And Connection // Dori Davari (Hong Kong Polytechnic)*; Mehrnaz Alizadeh (Hong Kong Polytechnic)

6.2 Consumer Behavior [3F, Ran]

Moderator: Dr. Lisa Wan

  • Cafés As Conditional Third Places: Grounded Theory Of Social Comfort And Inclusion For Youths With Anxiety Symptoms In Singapore // Nicole Kah Heng Lam (Singapore Institute of Technology); D/O Tajuddin Taheraa (Singapore Institute of Technology); Diana Pillai (Singapore Institute of Technology); Li Zhe Kam (Singapore Institute of Technology); Hui Ying Carlyn Quek (Singapore Institute of Technology); Sungsoo Kim (Singapore Institute of Technology)*

  • The Paradox Of Efficiency In Casinos: Pleasure-Seeking Patrons' Acceptance Intentions Toward Humanoid Dealers // Si-Young Jo (Pusan National University)*; Miyoung Sim ( Pusan National University); Hany Kim (Pusan National University)

  • The Influencing Mechanism Of Dual Practicality On Tourist' Souvenir Purchase Intention // Chiai Jiang (Beijing Sport University, Hainan International College)*; Fangzhou Wan (Beijing Sport University, Hainan International College); Yuyang Shi (The Hong Kong Polytechnic University)

  • Seeing The Change, Perceiving The Impact: Effects Of Before-And-After Restoration Visuals On Donations For Restoring Tourism Destinations // Xialing Chen (The Chinese University of Hong Kong)*

6.3 Others  [3F, Koh]

Moderator: Dr. Sanghoon Kang

  • Virtual Nature, Real Benefits: Restorative Effects Of Immersive VR Landscapes On Healthy Aging // Yu-Chih Huang (National Chi Nan University); Iygene Yep (National Chi Nan University)*; Lan-Lan Chang (Asia University)

  • Travel Broadens The Mind:  Generic Skill Development And Well-Being In Midlife Adults // Atsushi Kawakubo (Saitama Gakuen University)*; Takashi Oguchi (Rikkyo University)

  • Differences In Risk Management Approaches To Study Abroad: A Comparative Case- Law Analysis Of Japan,  The United Kingdom, The United States, And Australia // Akihiro Furukawa (Suzuka University)*

6.4  Restaurant and Food Service [3F, Sumire]

Moderator: Dr. Shirley V. Guevarra

  • Comparative Analysis Of The Effectiveness Of Traditional And Digital Marketing Strategies In A Coffee Shop In Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City // Criselda Regencia (PCU)*; Angela Lomboy (PCU); David Joshua Pambid (PCU); John Ryan Quebec (PCU)

  • Organizational Resilience In The Restaurant Industry: Evidence From The Philippines // Nicole Essielyn Castañeda (University of the Philippines Diliman)*; Mary Anne Ramos-Tumanan (University of the Philippines Diliman)

  • Online Marketing Strategies And Their Influence On Customer Purchase Decisions In A Tourism-Oriented Restaurant District: Evidence From Intramuros, Manila // Andrea Bonsay (PCU)*; Angel Lorraine Dela Cruz (Philippine Christian University); Vhienz Julianne R Magtalas (Philippine Christian University); Andrea Anne Reyes (Philippine Christian University)

6.5 Cultural & Heritage Tourism [3F, Sakura]

Moderator: Dr. Dan Wang

  • Disconnected Or Fulfilled? Examining Fomo, Jomo, And Technology-Mediated Experiences In Walking Pilgriamge // Bona Kim (Inha University)*; Xiaotao  Yang  (Zhejiang Gongshang University);  Xosé Manuel Santos (University of Santiago de Compostela )

  • Starting From The Heart: An Exploratory Study On The Dimensions Of The Mindful Slow Food Travel Experience // Chih-Ching Teng (Fu Jen Catholic University)*; Ya-Chieh Tsai (Fu Jen Catholic University)

  • How Much Pain Is Enough? Emotional Balance In Dark Tourism Storytelling Videos // An Le (Dong-A University)*; Hae Jin Yoon (Dong-A University)

  • Preservation And Conservation Practices Of Rizal National Park, Manila, Philippines // Edlyn Sandique (Philippine Christian University)*; Patricia May Alejo (Philippine Christian University); Jhudel Ann Cariaso (Philippine Christian University); Jed Hope Dela Rosa (Philippine Christian University); John Robert Knigin (Philippine Christian University); Lyka Lingcopines (Philippine Christian University)

10:00 ~ 10:30

Coffee Break [1F, Argos E/F]

10:30 ~ 12:20

APTA2026 Panel Session / General Assembly [1F, Argos E/F]

  • "Opportunities and Challenges of AI in HTM Education and Research"

  • Moderator: Dr. SooCheong (Shawn) Jang (Purdue University, USA)

  • Panelist

  •         Prof. Kaye Chon (​The Hong Kong Polytechnic University)

  •         Dr. Lisa Wan (​Chinese University of Hong Kong)

  •         Dr. Rob Law (​University of Macau)

  •         Dr. Dan Wang (​The Hong Kong Polytechnic University)

12:20 ~ 13:30

Lunch [4F, Brasserie & Lounge Seala]

13:30 ~ 15:00

Concurrent Session 7

7.1 Consumer Behavior [3F, Kiku]

Moderator: Dr. Jungkeun Kim

  • Dress For Success: Revisiting Service Robot Design // Jun Lee (The Ohio State University)*; Stephanie Q. Liu (The Ohio State University); Huiling Huang (University of Macau)

  • Understanding Consumer Heterogeneity In Autonomous Vehicle Acceptance: A Latent Profile Analysis // Miyoung Sim (Pusan National University)*; Hany Kim (Pusan National University)

  • Determinants Of Community Participation In Community-Based Tourism: A Theory Of Planned Behaviour Study In Rural Thailand // Chidchanok Anantamongkolkul (Phuket Rajabhat University)*; Benjamaporn Chumnanchar (Phuket Rajabhat University); Nitipong Tonnam (Phuket Rajabhat University)

  • Tour Guide Playfulness Climate And Tourists’ Well-Being // Weichieh Huang (National Ilan University)*; TingYen Tim Huang (National Ilan University); Ken Tsai (Iowa State University)

7.2 Destination Management [3F, Ran]

Moderator: Dr. Hakseung Shin

  • Exploring Phase-Dependent Dynamics Of Virtual Engagement And Tourism Commercial Activity Of Internet-Celebrity Destinations // Ruoxi Zhang (The Hong Kong Polytechnic University)*; Fei Hao (The Hong Kong Polytechnic University); Kangping Wang (The Hong Kong Polytechnic University)

  • From Smart Agriculture To Sustainable Tourism: Agritourism And Energy Tourism Development Strate-Gies In A Taiwanese Agricultural Destination // Kai Ching Li (National Chi Nan University)*; Feng Hsien Pang (National Chi Nan University); Yung Ping Tseng (National Chi Nan University)

  • The Pulse Of Place: Lessons In Photovoice For Regenerative Tourism // Ignatius Cahyanto (University of Louisiana at Lafayette)*; I. Nyoman Sudiarta (Udayana University); Agus Muriawan Putra (Udayana University); Yayu Indrawati (Udayana University); I. Made Kusuma Negara (Udayana University)

  • From Home To Destination: How Psychological Ownership Shapes Tourists’ Pro-Environmental Behaviors // Tapas Mondol (Dong-A University)*; Yeong-Hyeon Hwang (Dong-a University )

7.3 Tourism Marketing [3F, Koh]

Moderator: Dr. Kangjae Lee

  • How Business Trips Foster Transformative Travel Experiences: Insights From Japanese Travelers // Miho Nakajima (Rikkyo University)*; Takashi Oguchi (Rikkyo University)

  • Perceived Authenticity Of Social Media Influencers And Visit Intentions In Vietnamese Gastronomy Tourism: A Generational Comparison // Wanching Chang (I-Shou university)*; Hoang Anh Thu Pham  (I-Shou University)

  • Tourism-Oriented Marketing Strategies Of Corporate Museums // Atsutoshi Oshima (Utsunomiya University)*

  • What Do We Think About “Them”?: Influence Of Ethnic Attitudes On Support For International Tourism In Japan // Naho Maruyama (Takasaki City University of Economics)*; Kyle Woosnam (University of Georgia )

7.4 Lodging Management [3F, Sumire]

Moderator: Dr. Pairah Piboonrungroj

  • Assessment Of Earthcheck Certification And Consumer Choices: A Guest Perception Study of Five-Star Hotels In Newport City, Pasay, Philippines // Cristina Caluza (Philippine Christian University)*; Zyrah Nicole  Garcia (Philippine Christian University ); Karylle Ann  Bacong (Philippine Christian University); Julia Micah Gagarin (Philippine Christian University ); Behn Arthur Cuason (Philippine Christian University )

  • Joint Agency In Robot Enabled Hotel Services: Developing A Relational Framework // Chenjin Chu (The Hong Kong Polytechnic University)*; Dan Wang (The Hong Kong Polytechnic University)

  • Hotel Employees’ Perceptions Of Fairness And Support For Flexible Work Policies // Sabrina Huang (SHTM)*; Bingjie (Becky) Liu-Lastres (Florida State University)

  • How Could A Fresh Employee Obtain Professional Growth In An Inclusive Climate? // Shuo Wang (Nankai University)*; Xiaoman Zhou (Macau University of Science and Technology)

7.5 Finance & Economics/Tourism & Hospitality Education [3F, Sakura]

Moderator: Dr. Daeyoung Kim

  • Spillover Effects Of Domestic Tourism In Indonesia // Oscar Tiku (Kanazawa University)*; Morihiko Kinjo (Kyushu Sangyo University)

  • Understanding Japanese And Chinese Tourists’ Preferences And Willingness To Pay For Accommodation Tax In Tokyo: Based On Contingent Valuation Method And Rating-Based Conjoint Analysis // Dongwen Guo (Tokyo Metropolitan University); Katsuya Hihara (Tokyo Metropolitan University)*; Yu Ogasawara (Tokyo Metropolitan University)

  • The Power Of Perspective-Taking: Work Empathy And Internship Evaluation Of Hospitality Intern Newcomers // Fang-Yi Lin (Fu Jen Catholic University)*

15:00 ~ 15:30

Poster Session 3 [34F, Foyer]

  • Sharing On The Go: How Destination Familiarity And Situational Control Drive Tourists’ Real-Time Sharing And Travel Outcomes // Saerom Wang (Dong-Eui University)*; Tae-Hwan Yoon (Dong-Eui University)

  • Integrating Expert Insights And Bibliometric Landscapes: A New Blueprint For Service Innovation In Recreation Education // TTai-Yi Yu (Ming Chuan university)*; Jeou-Shyan Horng (Shih Chien University); Yen-Po Fang (Ming Chuan University, Taiwan); Chih-Hsing Liu (National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology); Sheng-Fang Chou (Ming Chuan University); Yung-Chuan Huang (National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology)

  • A Thematic Analysis Of Taiwanese Tea Farmers’ And Residents’ Visions Of Regenerative Tourism At A Tea Destination // Chung-Hsien Lin (National Formosa University); W Wang (Nanfang College)*

  • The Impact Of Sustainability Consciousness On Sustainable Food Consumption Intention Among Taiwanese Consumers: The Mediating Role Of Mindfulness // Wen-Hwa Ko (Fu Jen catholic university)*; Min-Yen Lu (Fu Jen catholic university); Ten-Wei Chang (Fu Jen catholic university)

  • Designing A Welfare Tourism Service-Learning Curriculum: A Mixed-Methods Investigation // Joonhyeong Kim (Hansei University)*

  • Assessing The Usability Of Vgi Data For Visitor Monitoring In Forest Recreation Areas // Yulan Yuan (Tunghai University)*; Ming-Kuang Chung (Tunghai University); Su-ming  Chiang (Tunghai University); Su-Wei Fan (Taiwan Forestry Research Institute)

  • The Research Of The Impact Of Corporate Social Responsibility And Corporate Image On Consumer Purchasing Behavior: Using 2025 Summer World Masters Games As Moderator // Cheng-Ming Liao (Yuan Ze University)*; Chui-Hsien Chiu (Vanung University); Hsien-Hua Chiu (Ming Chuan University); Zi-Yi Liao (National Kaohsiung Normal University)

  • From Abusive Supervision To Turnover Intention And Sleep Disorders: A Moderated Mediation Model Of Cognitive Rumination And Mindfulness // I-An Wang (Tunghai University); Wei-Zhu Chen (Tunghai University); Li-Yen Huang (Tunghai University); Chih-Hsing Liu (National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology); Jun-You Lin (National Open University)*

  • Conceptual Clarification Of Overtourism, Undertourism, Overuse, And Underuse From A Resource Studies Perspective // Yuma Akaho (Otaru University of Commerce)*

  • Disenchanting Dark Landscapes: Travel Narratives And The Making Of Tourist Places In The Song Dynasty // Hui Chang (National Dong Hwa University )*

  • Smart Hotel Brand Experience: Cultural, Cognitive, And Affective Resources As Sufficient And Necessary Conditions // Shuyue Huang (Mount Saint Vincent University)*; Kimberly Thomas-Francois (Thompson Rivers University)

  • Digital Tourism: Satisfying Psychological Needs To Motivate Pro-Environmental Behavioral Intention In Tea Tourism // Wei-Ching Wang (Nanfang College); Chung-Hsien Lin (National Formosa University)*

  • Determinants Of Continued Use Intention For Uav Delivery Services In Tourism: A Sequential Model Of Attributes, Attitude, And Satisfaction // Ce Guo (Macao University of Science and Technology); Chen Kuo Pai (Macao University of Science and Technology)*; Jihyeon Hwang (Kangwon National University); Sangguk Kang (Kangwon National University)

  • From Learning Strategies To Employability In Tourism And Hospitality Education: Mediating And Moderating Effects Of Learning Grit And Emotions // Chih-Hsing Liu (National Kaohsiung University of Technology And Science)*; Jun-You Lin (National Open University); Maria Carmen B. Lapuz (Far Eastern University)

  • Foreign Tourists' Willingness To Pay For Use, Existence, And Bequest Values At Houkokuji Temple, Kamakura: A Contingent Valuation Study // Masayuki Tsumura (Kanagawa University)*; Rina Suzuki (Kanagawa University); Yui Miyagawa (Kanagawa University); Yamamoto Ushiyama (Kanagawa University); Akane Kazamaki (Kanagawa University); Toya Nakamura  (Kanagawa University); Kotaro Yoshino (Kanagawa University)

  • Influencing Visitors Through Signs: Analyzing Functions And Components Of Signs In The Usa For Developing Evaluation Indicators // Naoko Yamada (Kanazawa University)*; Aiko Yoshino (San Fransisco State University)

  • Internet-Famous Spectacle Symbols And Restoration: Investigating The Role Of Branding Mascots Of Theme Parks In Shaping Tourist's Brand Love Based On Attention Restoration Theory (Art) // 00000000 (University of Science and Technology)*

  • Economic Value Of Blockchain Adoption In Restaurant Supply Chains: A Systematic Literature Review // Maria Asuncion Hije (University of the Philippines)*; Daniel Karlo Lucas (University of the Philippines); Ha An Le (Dong-A University); Peng Lei (Dong-A University)

15:30 ~ 17:00

Concurrent Session 8

8.1 Consumer Behavior [3F, Kiku]

Moderator: Dr. Sungsoo Kim

  • When Scarcity Appeals Backfire: How Ai Agents Undermine Limited-Availability Persuasion // Hwa Ryung Lee (Texas A&M University); YoonHyung Huh (Iowa State University); Yunmi Kim (Pusan National University,); EunHa (Lena) Jeong (Iowa State University); Jungkeun Kim (Texas A&M University)*

  • Scaping The Ticking Pressure: How The Feeling Of Falling Behind Shapes Travel Preferences? // Chunqun Liu (The Chinese University of Hong Kong)*; Lisa Wan (The Chinese University of Hong Kong)

  • Digital Privacy Intrusions In Travel: The What, How, And So What? // Jiaxin Lin (University of Macau)*; Rob Law (University of Macau)

  • Toward A Carbon-Priced Tourism Economy: Co2-Based Dynamic Pricing As A Transformative Green Capitalism Mechanism // Hakseung Shin (Hanyang University)*; Agida Dosumbaeva (Hanyang University); Seulgi Lee (Hanyang univeristy)

8.2 Destination Management [3F, Ran]

Moderator: Dr. Yulan Yuan

  • Recovery Status Of Visitor Flows In The Greater Noto Region  After The Dual Shock Of Covid-19 And Disaster // Saki Ito (Toyohashi University of Technology)*; Mingji Cui (Toyohashi University of Technology); Hiroyuki Shibusawa (Toyohashi University of Technology)

  • Toward Net-Zero Tourism: Insights From Vietnam’s Nascent Initiatives // Van-Ha Luong (Paris School of Business); Tan Vo-Thanh (De Vinci Research Center)*; Aikaterini Manthiou (Neoma Business School); Hoang Linh Vu (National Economics University)

  • Why Do Some Ski-Resort Communities Welcome Foreigners?: The Role Of Relational Mobility // Hideki Ogima (Nippon Sport Science University)*; Huangtian Li (Waseda University); Kazuhiko Kimura (Waseda University); Seiichi Sakuno (Waseda University)

  •  Understanding Social Carrying Capacity In Protected Area Tourism: A Gestalt Case-Based Approach // Mary Anne Ramos-Tumanan (University of the Philippines)*; Daryl Batin (Batanes State College); Edwin Valientes (University of the Philippines); Chris Ryan (University of Waikato); Hegel Valones (Provincial Government of Batanes)

8.3 Tourism Marketing [3F, Koh]

Moderator: Dr. Naho Maruyama

  • Do Mega-Concerts Build Destination Brands? Evidence From Arena Events // Kathleen Liz Morante (Philippine Christian University)*; Mary Ann Dumlao (Philippine Christian University); Rachelyn Ruth Santiago (University of Makati); Irvin Villaceran (Arellano University)

  • Title Of The Paperthe Application Of New Media In Tourism Promotion And Destination Marketing: Strategies, Perceived Risk, And Behavioral Intention // Pei Shiuan Wu (National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology); Jie-Heng Lin (National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology)*

  • Transformative Experiences In Gen Z Solo Travelers: The Role Of  Low-Cost, Ethical Choices, Minimalist Travel Habits, And Exposure To Short-Form Videos // An Dang (Ming Chuan University)*

  • Small Icons, Big Minds: Exploring The Humanization Effect Of Emojis In Hospitality Service Chatbots // Wei Xu (The Hong Kong Polytechnic University)*; Fei Hao (The Hong Kong Polytechnic University); Yue Yuan (The Hong Kong Polytechnic University)

8.4 Others [3F, Sumire]

Moderator: Dr. Soocheong (Shawn) Jang

  • Beyond Words Understanding Tourist Emotions Through Ai-Based Multimodal Analysis Of Text And Visual Content In Local Convenience Stores // Nichapat Sangkaew (Prince of Songkla University)*

  • Green Goals, Digital Tools: How Ai And Ewom Can Drive Sustainable Hospitality // Luc Beal (Excelia Business School)*

  • Potential Climate Change Impacts Of Phuket – Cause For Concern? // Bruce Prideaux (Prince of Songkla University)*; Thammarat Panityakul (Prince of Songkla University); Pornpisanu Promsivapallop (Prince of Songkla University); Prathana Panityakul (Prince of Songkla University); Kanapot Kalnaovakul (Prince of Songkla University); Tatiyaporn Jarumaneerat (Prince of Songkla University)

  • Can A Quick Scroll Offer A Breather?  Taiwanese Female Family Caregivers’ “Micro-Leisure” Behavior On Social Media And Their Psychological Well-Being: Salvation Or A Trap? // Yu-Wen Huang (National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism)*; Ching-Hua Ho (National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism)

8.5 Lodging Management [3F, Sakura]

Moderator: Dr. Atsushi Kawakubo

  • Front Office Service Quality As A Driver Of Customer Emotional Experience And Revisit Intention // Nam Long Tran (Sunway University); Riley Xuan Quyet Pham (Sunway University)*; Rita Lo (Sunway University); Andy Hoang Viet Dang (Sunway University)

  • How Interpersonal And Workplace Mindfulness Foster Inclusion: A Mediated Model In The Hotel Industry // Chih-Ching Teng (Fu Jen Catholic University)*; Yu-Hsun Cheng (Fu Jen Catholic University)

  • Playing With Emotional States In Hospitality: How Can Ambient Music Influence The Satisfaction Of Luxury Hotel Guests? // Marie Bonneau (INNTO-ESTHUA)*

  • Gender, Ethical Leadership, And Hotel Philanthropy Decision-Making // Chien-Pang Lin (Chang Jung Christian University)*; Chi-Mei Emily Wu (Fu Jen Catholic University)

17:30 ~ 

Closing Ceremony ! Farewell Dinner [1F, Navis ABC]

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