About the Conference
Tourism is undergoing a profound transformation driven by artificial intelligence, digital innovation, and sustainable heritage management.
Woldia University invites scholars, policymakers, practitioners, and innovators to participate in this landmark hybrid international conference — the first of its kind hosted by the University. The conference will explore practical applications of AI and digital technologies in tourism planning, marketing, and heritage conservation, aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the national development priorities of Ethiopia. By situating the event in Lalibela — a living UNESCO World Heritage Site — the conference bridges scholarly discourse with authentic cultural context.
“AI and Digital Innovation for Sustainable Tourism Development”
Key Focus Areas
Artificial Intelligence
in Tourism
Smart automation, predictive data models, and intelligent frameworks redefining modern hospitality ecosystems.
Digital Tourism &
Smart Destinations
Smart city infrastructure, regional mobile applications, virtual navigation mapping, and connected traveler networks.
Cultural Heritage &
Innovation
Safeguarding historic architecture and legacy assets through modern preservation scanning, and interactive displays.
Cross-Cutting
Industry Issues
Analyzing structural policy changes, unified global development goals, socio-economic factors, and multi-sector partnerships.