WIDE-HTR 2026 : Workshop on Informatics, Data Science, and Economics in Hospitality and Tourism Research
april 2-4 2026
The Workshop on Informatics, Data Science, and Economics in Hospitality and Tourism Research is a premier academic event dedicated to advancing hospitality and tourism research through cutting-edge data science, informatics, and applied economics.
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About WIDE-HTR 2026 : Workshop on Informatics, Data Science, and Economics in Hospitality and Tourism Research
The Workshop on Informatics, Data Science, and Economics in Hospitality and Tourism Research (WIDE-HTR) is a premier academic event dedicated to advancing hospitality and tourism research through cutting-edge data science, informatics, and applied economics. The 2026 workshop builds on the success of the inaugural event and will be held in person at Temple University, in the School of Sport, Tourism, and Hospitality Management (STHM), Philadelphia, PA.
WIDE-HTR 2026 will feature invited talks, research panels, methodological workshops, a parallel research presentation track, a poster session, and networking opportunities. The event also hosts the 3rd Temple Tourism, Hospitality, and Event Analytics Case Competition.
- April 2-4, 2026
- School of Sport, Tourism and Hospitality Management, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA, U.S.
Workshop Co-Chairs
Yang Yang, Ph.D.
Department Chair and Professor and Executive Director of U.S.– Asia Center for Tourism & Hospitality Research
School of Sport Tourism and Hospitality Management, Temple University
Minwoo Lee, Ph.D.
Founder of WIDE-HTR, Director of Hospitality Analytics and Innovation Lab and Associate Professor Conrad N. Hilton College of Global Hospitality Leadership
University of Houston
Invited Speakers (TBD)
Sponsors
Platinum Sponsor
Conrad N. Hilton College of Global Hospitality Leadership, University of Houston
Silver Sponsor
Rosen College of Hospitality Management, University of Central Florida
Case Competition Sponsor
CoStar Group
Supporting Journal
Expected Participants
Faculty and researchers in hospitality, tourism, economics, IS, and analytics
Graduate and undergraduate students
Industry partners in tourism, hospitality analytics, data providers, tech companies
International and domestic scholars
Expected attendance: 50–100 participants
Awards & Recognition
To promote excellence in hospitality analytics and data science, WIDE-HTR 2026 will present the following honors during the closing ceremony.
Best Presentation Awards
Four awards will be granted to recognize outstanding research contributions presented during the parallel sessions. Selection is based on peer review scores and session chair evaluations
Best Research Paper and Presentation Awards
Recognizing the highest quality empirical or theoretical contribution to the field.
Best STudent Research PAper and Presentation Awards
Awarded to a PhD candidate or graduate student demonstrating exceptional research promise.
Best Methodological Innovation Award
Honoring research that introduces or applies novel data science, econometric, or AI methods (aligned with the 2026 theme: AI-Powered Data Analytics ).
Best Industry Impact Award
Recognizing research with the most significant practical implications for hospitality and tourism practitioners.
Special Recognition
Early Career Award in Hospitality and Tourism Data Analytics
This prestigious new award honors an emerging scholar (within 10 years of PhD completion) who has made significant early contributions to the advancement of informatics, data science, or economics in the field.
Sponsorship Tiers
| Tier | Amount | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Platinum | $5,000 | Exclusive naming rights for the ‘Early Career Award in Tourism and Hospitality Analytics. Logo in all materials, keynote naming rights, exhibition table, 16 registrations |
| Gold | $3,500 | Naming rights for one ‘Best Presentation’ award. Logo placement, workshop naming rights, 8 registrations |
| Silver | $2,000 | Logo on website and brochures, 4 registrations |
| Case Competition Sponsor | $1,000 | Naming rights for awards + judging role |
Registration and Deadlines
| Deadline | Faculty Rate | Student Rate | General Rate (No paper submission) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early: March 8 | $79 USD | $49 USD | $79 USD |
| Regular: March 16 | $129 USD | $89 USD | $129 USD |
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