Journal of Tourism, Hospitality and Travel Management

Evolution of Sustainable Waste Management Models in the Tourism Industry: A Systematic Literature Review

Azmi Kautsar Alim — 2026-02-21

This study advances tourism waste scholarship by introducing the Socio-Technical Regenerative Tourism Waste Model (STR-TWM), a framework that maps the transition from linear, disposal-oriented practices toward circular, technology-enabled, and socially embedded systems. Despite the growing urgency of waste challenges in tourism, existing literature remains fragmented, often focusing on isolated technical or policy solutions. Through a systematic literature review (SLR) of 47 peer-reviewed journal articles (2020–2025) following PRISMA guidelines, this study examines the evolution of Sustainable Waste Management (SWM) models, particularly within the geographically complex context of Southeast Asia. Findings identify a paradigm shift from disposal-centric approaches toward hybrid models that integrate Circular Economy (CE) principles, Industry 4.0-based smart technologies, and stakeholder-integrated governance. The proposed STR-TWM conceptualizes SWM as a regenerative system in which digital transparency enables circular material flows, anchored within community-based governance structures. While policy incentives and technological affordability drive this transition, it remains constrained by archipelagic logistical fragmentation and behavioral compliance gaps. Managerially, the study provides strategic guidance for policymakers and destination managers seeking to operationalize zero-waste pathways. By synthesizing diverse technological and social subsystems, this review offers a coherent roadmap for advancing regenerative tourism systems.

Talent Management Applications In The Tourism Sector: A Systematic Literature Review Study

Emilia Fitriana Dewi — 2026-02-21

The tourism industry is highly vulnerable to shifting global demographics and unprecedented crises, making strategic human resource management and talent retention critical for organizational resilience and competitive advantage. Despite its strategic importance, research on talent management (TM) within this specific sector remains fragmented and lacks a solid theoretical foundation. To address this gap, this study conducts a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) to consolidate empirical evidence on TM applications in the tourism industry and proposes a comprehensive multi-level framework encompassing TM practices, determinants, and results. Guided by the PRISMA framework, 30 peer-reviewed articles sourced from the Scopus database were systematically selected and critically analyzed. The synthesis reveals that current TM research in tourism predominantly focuses on practical, objective methods for advancing talent management systems. Notably, 80% of the reviewed publications focus narrowly on exploring and assessing organizational TM improvements, while only 6 studies integrate crucial strategic elements, such as knowledge management and broader talent development. By highlighting these conceptual blind spots, this review emphasizes the urgent need to transition from traditional HR functions to resilient, knowledge-based talent ecosystems. The proposed framework provides actionable insights for industry practitioners to enhance talent management strategies and outlines a robust agenda for future academic inquiry.

SLR on Institutional Barriers and Resilience in Community-Based Tourism Governance

Bintari Pangesti Putri — 2026-02-22

Despite the proliferation of Community-Based Tourism (CBT) as a sustainable development tool, its long-term viability remains precarious due to structural fragility and external disruptions. This Systematic Literature Review (SLR) investigates the institutional arrangements underpinning CBT resilience in Southeast Asia, addressing the gap between normative participation and actual sustainability. Guided by PRISMA 2020 protocols, the study synthesizes 34 high-impact, Scopus-indexed articles (2020–2025) through a rigorous three-stage coding process: open, axial, and selective. The findings demonstrate that CBT sustainability is not an inherent byproduct of community participation but an emergent institutional process. We propose a novel conceptual advancement: the CBT Institutional Resilience Framework, integrating three interdependent pillars: collaborative governance, social entrepreneurship, and institutional harmonization. This framework shifts the theoretical focus from utilitarian participation toward "Institutional Commoning," anchored in Adaptive Governance Theory. The synthesis reveals a triadic logic: while collaborative structures provide the foundation for multi-stakeholder risk-sharing, social enterprise models function as the essential economic engine for self-reliance. Crucially, institutional harmonization is identified as the vital mediator required to mitigate policy fragmentation and the digital divide. By bridging the gap between national regulations and local sovereignty, this study situates "local ownership" as an emergent outcome of institutional alignment. These findings offer a theoretically grounded roadmap for transitioning from donor-dependent projects to resilient, community-owned entities in post-crisis tourism landscapes.