CETT, the University of Barcelona’s School of Tourism, Hospitality and Gastronomy, will host EMEA CHRIE Barcelona 2027 from 2 to 5 November 2027. Under the theme “Redefining Tourism and Hospitality Through Experiences,” the conference will bring together researchers, educators and industry professionals to explore how experiences shape tourism destinations, hospitality services and gastronomy.

The academic programme welcomes research papers, posters, symposiums and Lecturer Lounge contributions on teaching practices. Seven research tracks cover culture and gastronomy; hospitality marketing and management; technology and service innovation; sports and events; tourism governance and inclusion; education; and wellbeing, sustainability and climate transition. Submissions will undergo double-blind peer review.

The first call for papers and posters is scheduled for 16 December 2026, with submissions due by 28 February 2027. A second round will open on 1 April and close on 30 April 2027. Expressions of interest for symposiums and workshops are due by 31 March 2027. Registration opens on 1 March, with an early booking deadline of 31 May.

Research papers must not exceed 3,000 words, excluding the title, abstract, figures, tables and references, and must include an abstract of no more than 150 words. Submission templates and further details are available on the conference programme page.