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An umbrella review and thematic clustering of smart tourism evolution

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ID21698779
AuthorsJános Csapó (0000-0001-6645-8629, University of Pecs, corresponding author), Szabina Végi (0000-0002-1680-9555, University of Pecs)
Year2026
Volume29
Issue10
Pages1889-1907
Publication date2026-05-19
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueCurrent Issues in Tourism (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 1368-3500 • E-ISSN: 1747-7603
PublisherInforma UK Limited (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.1080/13683500.2025.2462973
OpenAlexW4407533068
LanguageEN
Citations received2
References cited64

Over the past decade, the smart tourism field has expanded rapidly due to evolving traveller behaviour and technological advancements. This growth has resulted in a substantial and diverse body of scholarly literature covering topics such as digital transformation, sustainable tourism, AI, and IoT. However, the vastness and complexity of this literature have make it challenging to synthesise existing research, identify patterns, and determine future directions. To address this challenge, the study employs the umbrella review method, providing a systematic approach to compiling and analysing reviews and meta-analyses in smart tourism research. Using a structured PICOS research strategy – population (P), intervention (I), comparison (C), outcome (O), and study (S) – the authors identified key reviews across various smart tourism contexts. The paper not only maps the extensive landscape of smart tourism through a high-level synthesis but also creates thematic clusters, offering a comprehensive framework for future research and development in the field

Business · Cartography · Cluster analysis · Data science · Economic geography · Geography · Knowledge management · Regional science · Thematic map · Tourism · Computer Science · Digital Marketing and Social Media · Diverse Aspects of Tourism Research · Technology Adoption and User Behaviour

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