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TOURISM DISSERTATIONS B.COM. (HONS) with Tourism as an Area of Specialisation 1997 NAME TITLE

BALDACCHINO M’Grace The perception of the LAND transport infrastructure

in Malta by tourists

BORG Andre’ Employment in Tourism

FENECH Chris The effect of new 5-star developments and policies on the 2 and 3-star hotels industry in Malta

MIFSUD Robert Malta as a Yachting centre: an analysis

PSAILA Pauline The Hubbing Concept – viewed from the schedule airlines’ perspective

1998 FENECH Pierre Marketing Gozo: as a destination on its own

GATT Mark Impacts of Tour Operator Business in the Tourism

Industries

SCICLUNA Malcolm Health Related Tourism

AZZOPARDI Sandro Managing Tourism in a global environment – the Maltese perspective

CILIA Ian A comparative study of the hotel accommodation sector in Cyprus, Mallorca and the Maltese Islands, with reference to the German Tour Operator Market

SPITERI Jonaphin Conflicts and Impacts in Gozo: domestic versus international tourism

STRICKLAND Roger Analysis of NTOM/MTA advertising campaigns in the CIT sector

TONNA Adrian The Malta Tourism Product: The German tour operator perspective

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1999 BONELLO Edward A comparative study of foreign student

accommodation with host families and/or a college campus – the Maltese context

BORG Donald The future of the 3-star holiday market in Malta

CUSCHIERI Simon The TEFL market in Malta – an evaluation of customer satisfaction

GAMBINA Gabrielle Malta’s Forts – their potential in attracting cultural tourism with special reference to Fort Ricasoli

GRECH Gerald Service quality in Maltese restaurants – a comparison between the perceptions of locals and foreigners

MAMO Adrian Golfing in the Maltese Islands – an analysis of its tourism potential

VELLA Elaine Implications of career stress on service quality in the hospitality industry

ROSSIGNAUD Jacques Meeting venues in the Maltese Islands – are further investments justified?

ZAMMIT TREVISAN Claude Reviving Valletta: A case study of a tourist-historic city

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B.A. (HONS) TOURISM STUDIES 2003 AZZOPARDI Franklin Tourist Perceptions of the Maltese People

AZZOPARDI Sylvain The role of local gastronomy in the tourism product:

analysis of its marketability

BORG Estelle The economic impact of car hire business in the Maltese Islands

BORG Janice The economic contribution of English Language Students during the winter months

CARUANA Ann-Marie Analysing the advertising of Malta in Italy

CUSCHIERI Rachael The contribution of tourism to the development of local community in Valletta

DINGLI Bradley E-Commerce for the Maltese hospitality industry: the future trend?

MALLIA Deborah The environmental impact assessment of the Hilton/Portomaso Project: A retrospective critique

SCHRANZ Karl An assessment of the concept of sustainability within the hotel sector in Malta

SCICLUNA Christine Capability of Air Malta to cater for the future demand of CIT

2004 AGIUS Andrea An analysis of the leisure facilities offered by 4-star

hotels in Malta

AGIUS Gabriella The potential of marketing the south of Malta as a tourist destination

AZZOPARDI Melanie Marketing Malta for events travel – its role as an events destination

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BORG Eman The Accor marketing strategy: its implementation in Maltese establishments

CAMILLERI Denise-Anne Women Workers’ Advancements and constraints in their roles within the hospitality and accommodation sector: a gender perspective

GRECH CUMBO Daphne The impact of tour operator business on the hotel industry

HILSENITZ Nils Sports Tourism in Malta – market analysis and opportunities with particular reference to swimming

MAGRO Venera Feasibility study of developing off-road as a niche market within the tourism industry

MICALLEF Helena-May Marketing Malta within the EU Zone: a tourism perspective

PERRY James-Aldric Tourism Education in Malta: an analysis

TABONE Eveline The impact of Euro on the Maltese tourism industry: future perspectives

XUEREB Brenda An investigation of the Co-Alignment principle in 5-star hotels

MICALLEF Tonio The impact of land use policies on the ongoing tourism development in Malta’s 5-star establishments

2005 ABELA Charlot Labour law issues of relevance to the hospitality

industry: the Maltese experience

AGIUS Anna The implications of the ‘all-inclusive holidays’ offered in hotels situated in Bugibba and Qawra, Malta, during Winter 2004/5

ATTARD Maria The remains of the Knights of Malta around the Mediterranean: a case for cultural tourism

BUGEJA Ian A study analysing women’s participation in hand-made tourist arts

MICALLEF Kurt The improvement of the Sliema and St Julians coast: its potential in tourism

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PEARSON Heather The proposal of marketing the “journey of the Knights of Malta”

SAPIANO Karl Anthony SMEs’ workforce training within Malta’s hospitality industry

VELLA Claire Malta’s south west coast: the potential of Malta’s south west coast for special interest travel

ZAMMIT Daniel The provision of training in 5-star hotels in Malta: An analysis

ZAMMIT Rouvin The impact of Malta’s EU accession on its accommodation sector

ANASTASIA Roberta TQM within the hotel sector in Malta

AZZOPARDI Sarah Faith How could Malta as a tourism destination benefit from the structural funds 2007-2013? A sustainable tourism development approach

BONAVIA Daniela Managing Cultural diversity in 5-star hotels in Malta

BUGEJA Bernice MTA advertising campaigns in the CIT sector: a retrospective analysis

BUHAGIAR Petra-Lynne Gender mainstreaming within Malta’s hospitality industry

CAMILLERI Antonella Marketing strategies of heritage sites in Malta and Gozo

CAMILLERI Inika Sports tourism: Do we have what it takes? An analysis of the current situation

CAMILLERI Marie Claire Maltese hospitality: an issue to be reviewed

CARUANA Keith The socio-economic impacts of the Cottonera waterfront project: Waterfront Zone Birgu

CASSAR Bernard Private heritage visitor attractions in Malta: a comparative marketing analysis

CASSAR Lisa A visitors’ analysis to the Maltese Neolithic temples with special reference to Tarxien

CASSAR Maria An analysis of customer service training in 5-star hotels in Malta

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GALEA Eliza Diversifying Malta’s MICE industry

GAUCI Caroline Towards quality tourism in Malta

GAUCI Ivan The use of online marketing communications by

destination management organisations: a European perspective

GAUCI MAISTRE Sarah Assessing the future role of travel agents in Malta as a result of the growth in internet use and the online trust relationship with regards to outbound online bookings in Malta

GIORDMAINA MEDICI Christina

Learning from similarity – Malta vs Cyprus

GRECH Godwin Developing the religious tourism product

INGLOTT Krystle A comparison of Malta’s image abroad with the contemporary, local situation. The use of images in the tourism industry

KOPILOVA Yanina An analysis of Malta’s image as a tourist destination for the Russian market

LINWOOD Diane The impact of tourism on the local people

MAGGI Alexia The regeneration of Cottonera towards an enhancement of the tourist product

MAGRO Sharon The impact of foreign (young) tourists on the leisure patterns of Maltese youths

MICALLEF Sharon Heritage management practices of Fondazzjoni Wirt Artna

MIFSUD Maria Understanding the linkages between cultural tourism and cultural awareness and conservation. Malta as a case study.

PULLICINO Louise The art of complaining! The role of the hotel guest care manager in the effective handling of complaints

SAMMUT Daniella The impact of tourism on a Maltese fishing village with the development of tourism

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SAMUT TAGLIAFERRO Stefanie

A comparison between the images and the experiences of visitors to Maltese heritage sites

SCIBERRAS Anna Maria Reduce, reuse, recycle – A 3R perspective for small and micro tourism enterprises

SPITERI Roberta An evaluation of the sustainability of cultural tourism in Malta

SULTANA Henriette The expansion of the Libyan tourism market and its effect on Malta’s tourism industry

VASSALLO Vanessa Interpretation methods used in local museums with special reference to the Grandmaster’s Palace armoury and state rooms

VELLA Diane Maritime security in the Maltese tourism industry

VELLA Isabelle Evaluating the taxi service in Malta

VELLA Melanie A 4-star hotel’s performance management system: a critical analysis

ZAHRA Jacqueline The role of Tourism and recreation in marine protected areas

2006 AQUILINA Francesca The relevance of continuous professional

development (CPD) of front line employees in the hotel industry in Malta

ATTARD Esmeralda Marketing Malta in attracting cruise line passengers to experience the destination

AZZOPARDI Matthew Safeguarding Malta’s Roman Heritage: the role of the SPA accommodation sector

BREWER Nathalene The culture sensitivity of the Maltese towards their national heritage

BUSUTTIL Evicka Labour turnover in the hospitality industry: a case study of the 5-star hotel sector in Malta

GIORDMAINA Marthese Foreign English language school students: social and cultural impacts on Maltese society

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GALEA Carl Bird hunting and tourism in Malta: an analysis of

mutual influences

SALIBA Luan May Disability issues and the Maltese tourism industry. A case of tourists with impaired hearing

VELLA Graziella Regenerating Valletta by night through niche tourism development

ZAHRA Andrew Maltese cuisine – an analysis of its availability in 5-star hotels in Malta

2007 BALDACCHINO James The role and potential of traditional music in the

Maltese cultural tourism product

BORG COSTANZI Nicola Sustainable tourism development: the socio-cultural and physical effects in Mdina and Valletta

CALLEJA Johanna Triathlon: a potential tourism niche market in Malta?

CAMILLERI KAMSKY Rebekah

“Tomorrow’s travellers”. Profiling the youth travel market from a Maltese University student perspective.

DEGUARA Josephine Skill acquisition and employee commitment in the housekeeping department in the hotel industry

DIMECH Elaine Marie The role and potential of traditional costumes in the Maltese tourism industry

FARRUGIA Carmel A study of the interactions between visitors, custodians, tourist guides in museums. An evaluation of the services offered.

GALEA Andrew An analysis of the risk management practices at AirMalta plc and its major stakeholders

GRIXTI Kurt The leisure and recreational facilities in Valletta – the present and future vision

MANDUCA Rebekah Tourism and leisure: the impacts and views of the local stakeholders in St Julians

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MICALLEF Lara Conference management in Malta – a comparative

venue perspective

MICALLEF Nicholas Robert An analysis on different geographic market segments for Malta’s archaeological sites: their relevance within Malta’s heritage and tourism product

MIFSUD Marilyn Eco-Certification: Towards a sustainable approach within the hotel industry

MIFSUD May Hoteliers’ perspectives on sustainable tourism development in Malta

MUSCAT Jennifer Unveiling Comino’s Eco-Tourism potential: what are the likely impacts of this endeavour?

PICCO Maria Wedding Tourism: an evaluation of a potential niche market

SAMMUT Lacey Spa and wellness tourism as a niche market in Malta: an analysis

VASSALLO Letizia Maltese students’ experiences on educational and vocational travel: an evaluation

VELLA LAURENTI Cora Development or destruction: to what extent should a destination be adapted for tourism?

XUEREB Catherine The creation of a church museum at Zurrieq: a tourism potential for the South

2008 AGIUS Roderick Religious Tourism – an analysis of its true potential

as a niche market in Malta

ARCIOLA Andre Politics and Tourism – a case study of the Tigne Development project

BONNICI Brenda Reconciling differences between EFL students and other tourists

BORG MICALLEF Therese Working conditions in Malta’s tourism industry

BUGEJA Matthew Dark Tourism: tourist motivation for visiting sites associated with World War II

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BURG Kirsten A comparative study of visitor management

strategies in Maltese historic house museums

CALLEJA Galeann The reproduction of marketing imagery in tourist photography: a case study of Malta

CARUANA Vanessa The marketing aspect of diving schools in the Maltese Islands: an analysis

DIMITROVA Sijana The marketing of Malta as a tourist destination in Bulgaria

FENECH Tiziana Best practices of service quality in restaurants and guest houses on the Maltese Islands

FRENDO Andrea Music concerts as a viable tourist attraction

MICALLEF Rendell The tourism impacts on the Maltese Religious Village Feasts

MIFSUD Nadine Creating a new tourism zone: an analysis of the South Coast of Malta

PETROVA Deyana Catering as part of the tourism product: a critical analysis of the catering sector in Malta

PIROTTA Dorianne The socio cultural impacts of coastal tourism development on the residents of St Julians and Marsascala

RIZZO Petra The Valletta Waterfront – an economic perspective

ROCCO Stephanie Sporting Culture: the role of sports tourism in inculcating a sport culture in Malta

SAMMUT Robert Catering for female business travellers: a hospitality perspective

SANT Francesca An evaluation of Maltese World Heritage Sites and their sustainability

SCHEMPP Stephanie The role of NGOs in Malta’s Heritage Management Sector

TANTI Charlene Rural tourism in Malta: a potential niche market for families with children

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VELLA George The cruise line industry. Its impacts on the Maltese

economy

2009 ATANASOVA Irina Between tourism and (il)legal migration: The

Bulgarian experience in Malta

AXISA Nicolette Creating opportunities in the tourism industry for those mothers who wish to return to the workforce

AZZOPARDI Francelle The influence of Web 2.0 applications on the consumers buying decision process when choosing their destination

AZZOPARDI Paul Honey: can this characteristic live to a potential niche in the tourism industry?

BALDACCHINO Denise The potential of Malta as a cruise home port given the changing aviation scenario

BORG Erika Identifying how the introduction of low cost airlines contributes to or contradicts branding Malta as a quality destination

BORG Louisa Prior journey perception and actual experience at destination: the individual traveller experience

BORG Sarah Work and life balance in the tourism industry

BUTTIGIEG Mandy A value chain analysis within Air Malta’s ground handling operations

CORTIS Graziella How creative are tourism organisations? A comparative study between the public and private tourism sector in Malta that unveils creative management practices

CUTAJAR Charlene Emissions Trading Scheme: impact on air services of a tourism based island economy

D’AMATO Sarah The importance of branding and images: Malta as an English learning destination

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DARMANIN Christine Climate change and the tourism industry – the case of Malta

DIMECH Carla Visual impacts, perceptions and perspectives

DRENSKA Ianina Application of the European regulations on the rights of disabled persons and PRM’s in MIA and by Air Malta

ELLUL BONICI Cheryl The economic relevance of the domestic market for Gozo tourism

FALZON BARTHET Amanda Training and career progression in tourism establishments in Malta

FARRUGIA Andrea Edward Smartcity@Malta: potential and what the tourism industry can benefit from such a project

GRECH Stephanie Film inspired tourism to Malta

LIU Yushan The contribution of Chinese culture to Maltese society

MAMO Stephanie Developing agritourism through olive oil: the case of Northern Malta

MANGION Ramon Defining a tourism education curriculum for primary and secondary schools

MICALLEF Ian Investigating the influences which affect the tourist’s purchase of timeshare in periods of uncertainty

MIFSUD Antoine Human resource management issues in Malta’s hospitality industry

MIFSUD Eliza Quality food for the village festa: the promotion of Maltese cuisine as a product of cultural tourism

NIKOLOVA Galina The marketing of Bulgaria as a tourist destination in Malta

PODESTA Arthur Aaron How do yacht marina developments in Malta affect the social, economic and environmental aspects of the surrounding areas?

PRUSAKOVA Diana Impact assessment of tourism development on

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Maltese sandy beaches

REFALO Miguel Psychological aspects of labour supply in the Gozo catering sector

SALERNO Christian Enhancing the ecotourism potential of the Hagar Qim and Imnajdra Archaeological Park

SANT FOURNIER Fabien The social gains and costs of developing a runway in Gozo

SCERRI Sarah Airport charges: the EU directive and its impact on destination Malta

SLEPNEVA Daria The influence of racism and xenophobia on tourism development: Malta as a case study

VELLA Angele Improving hotel business performance through our people. Building HR capability

VERNON Petra Animals in the tourism industry in Malta

YANCHEVA Stanka The extent to which the 3, 4 and 5-star hotel sector is affected by the changes in the utility tariffs: the case of Malta

2010 ABDILLA Tiffany The effects of tourist photography on host

communities

ABELA Monique Evaluating hotel service quality and standards – a comparative analysis

BRIFFA Ruth The role of ambassadors, consulates and Maltese representation offices in tourism

BRINCAT Camille The role of Air Malta in the development of the Maltese economy with reference to the tourism industry

CASSAR Michael Edward The local culture of fireworks

DESIRA Laura Global and local aspects of responsible tourism

FARRUGIA Giancarlo Training needs analysis for the hospitality sector, focusing mainly on 5-star hotels

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FACCIOL Stephen Route development considerations by leisure-based airlines

GAUCI Maria Developing a typology of airport shoppers at Malta International Airport

GRIMA Christabel Naturalment Malti: How can local food production and consumption promote a sustainable tourism activity?

MICALLEF Roberta Real estate tourism in Malta: exploring challenges and opportunities for the way forward by examining the current situation and possibilities

MINKOVA Marina Developing the wellness and spa sector in Malta, learning from the Eastern European experience – using Bulgaria as a case study

PACE Amy Festivals and their roles in enhancing Malta’s competitive advantage

SAMMUT Luke The importance of employee training to ensure quality service in economy and budget hotels

TABONE Lara Contemporary local Artists and the Tourism Industry

TANTI Karine Towards a model of local food consumption on trips and holidays to the Maltese Islands

VELLA Leanne Examining the elements required for Malta to become a significant destination of dance education

XUEREB Tamsin Access for people with disability to tourism heritage sites and attractions

ZARB Rodianne Environmental values and response to eco-labels among tourists visiting Malta

2011 ATTARD Daniela Mellieha: how thirty years of tourism activity have

shaped a rural village

ATTARD Stefan Agro-Tourism in the Island of Gozo

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BORG Daniel Identifying the values and position of Malta through a unified nation brand

BACHE David Mdina: authenticity as a tourism product and the impacts of tourism on the residents

BORG Joseph The public transport reform in Malta: its impact on tourism experience

BRINCAT Alan J. Right direction or wrong track? Malta’s tourism development – a critical evaluation

GAUCI Anisia Regeneration of Jews Sally Port (Il-Fossa) Valletta

GRECH Francesca The Maltese tendency to travel abroad

KYURCHEVA Viktoriya Broadening tourism in Gozo: health and wellness sector and the treatments and practices used

MICALLEF Antonella Analysing the importance of corporate social responsibility in the organisation of incentive business travel in line with the Malta Tourism Authority’s MICE segment policies

MIFSUD Angele Analysing how environmentally responsible business is implemented by chain and independent superior hotels: a Malta case study

SAMMUT Warren The regeneration of Qormi into a tourism destination: an analysis of the potential socio-economic impacts

SEYCHELL Terrene The contribution of casino tourism to the Maltese economy

VELLA Veronique Attitudes and perceptions of heritage events as tourism attractions – the Cottonera community

ZAMMIT Sarah Using human resource development as an instrument to develop customer relationship marketing within the hospitality industry

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2012 Abdilla Darlene Product suggestion for transit visitors

Bianco Kaya Tourism and the Global Financial Crisis – A Malta

case study

Bianco Marc Marsaskala – Regeneration and Sustainable Development

Bigeni Maria Analysing the destination image of Gozo from the stakeholders’ perspective

Brehova Aleksandra Attracting the Asian Visitor to Malta: Focus on the Chinese Market

Buhagiar Denise An Air Transport Policy for Malta: A stakeholders’ view

Camilleri Danica Cultural Tourism in Malta – market analysis and opportunities with particular reference to the locality of Dingli

Caruana Maria Valletta European Capital of Culture 2018 – In preparation for this event

Caruana Nicola Air route development scheme for Malta: lessons learnt

Cutajar Michael Tourism Policy for the Maltese Islands 2007-2011: An objective evaluation

Cutajar-Davis Cherie An analysis of the British Tourists’ motivations: A comparison between the package and the independent visitor

Debono Dinah An interpretative plan for the Inquisitor’s Palace, with a focus on the Prison Cells

Farrugia Corinne Community involvement and interaction with relation to small heritage sites – Relationship between small heritage sites and the Cospicua Community

Galea Daniel Boutique Hotels in the Maltese Context

Gauci Karl Enhancing the tourist experience through

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innovation: A case study on events

Grech Janice Living with strong seasonality: Impacts on the hotel industry

Grech Julia The use of social media by small and independent hotels in the Maltese Islands

Hilsenitz Maike (Radach) Demand Generations in the German outbound travel market: A lesson for Malta

Micallef Ann-Marie Gozo as a hub for outdoor sports activities

Maltseva Diana Regional Funds 2007-2013

Mifsud Alana Sustainable Alternative Tourism in the Maltese Islands: focusing on Active Voluntourism

Montesin Laurence Values of Interpretation at Malta’s Prehistoric Sites: A case study on Year 5 and Year 6 students

Monreal Marvic Classical Music and Opera as a new target segment for Malta’s tourism industry

Montebello Erika Accessibility Issues in Tourism: The impact of low cost carriers on Malta’s tourism policy

Palmieri Pamela Exploiting the tourism potential of Russian visitors to Malta

Peplow Damien The Renovation of Mature Tourism Destination

Saliba Andrea Introducing innovation culture in the hospitality industry: A case study of the high-end hotel sector in Malta

Sant Josef Sacred Travel in Malta: A potential niche market for Heritage Malta?

Spiteri Marija The importance of wine tourism in Malta – Its contribution and ideas for its growth

Tolu Cristina Training Employees in Malta’s Tourism Industry with reference to Disability Awareness Training

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2013 Aquilina Eleanor The social and economic impact of film tourism on the

Maltese Islands

Attard Betting The marketing of cultural experiences – Malta’s potential contribution

Attard Kirsty People’s perceptions on cruise liner disasters

Bartolo Bernice Internal marketing in the hospitality industry: A case study of two 5-star hotels

Barzakova Lora The relationship between branding and the selection of hotel accommodation

Kristen Borg The potential of organic farming to promote and develop Agritourism in the Island of Malta

Bugeja Christopher A case study on Valletta 2018, European Capital of Culture: The branding process and desired effects

Camenzuli Greta The relationship between medical tourism and e-marketing in Malta

Vassallo Bernie

To evaluate future Tourism trends (local), and an overview of the necessary resources

Vella Maria Moving from a quantity-based tourism industry to one which is more quality oriented: A critical analysis of MTA’s marketing strategy

Vella Bonnici Marc An analysis of hotel performance based on MHRA Quarterly Surveys

Xuereb Gilbert Wedding tourism in Malta – a study of the sales and marketing strategies adopted

Xuereb Lisa Socio-Economic Impacts of Cruise passengers on Valletta Waterfront and Valletta Retail Outlets

Zelbst Sarah Regional branding of the Central Mediterranean Islands: Benefit to the Maltese Islands

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Coleiro Daniel Strategies and method of retention for the Food and Beverage Departments in 5-star hotels in Malta: Employers’ perspective

Camilleri Marouska The Maltese Carnival – A unique and authentic tourism product

Caruana Francesca The prudence of an environmentally sustainable investment for hotels

Debono Karina Gender issues in career opportunities for people in managerial positions in 5-star hotels in Malta

Debono Roxanne The effectiveness of social-media marketing as a branding tool for hoteliers

Desira Christina Culinary tourism in Malta – an emerging concept

Dimech Nicole Kim Educational tourism in Malta: An analysis of English Foreign Language (EFl) students – motivation, learning preferences and experience

Grech James Internet marketing for boutique hotels in Malta

Grech Jeanette The changing demands of European tourists in Malta

Grima Joanna Wied il-Mielah and Wied il-Ghasri: a potential attraction for rural tourism in Gozo

Grixti Jurgen Marketing Malta as an international football camp destination

Kerpic Barbara Visitor perception of public transport (Arriva) in Malta: the experience and accessibility aspects

Hartikainen Arvo Determining the optimal distribution mix for hotels

Mallia Angele Competency levels within the front-office departments in different 5-star hotels

Pulpan Aida The tempting underground. The use of underground spaces of Valletta for heritage tourism experiences

Rahunen Mirka Marketing Finland as a tourist destination in Malta

Schembri Carla Expenditure patterns of low-cost carrier passengers in Malta

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Sultana Lucienne The Gozo Citadel area: its attraction for tourists

Zhecheva MIrela An analysis of changing patterns of travel: A case study of the outbound travel sector markets in Malta

MA IN TOURISM – DISSERTATIONS 2012 Abdilla Tiffany A systematic profiling of restaurant users based on different

demographics

Calleja Henriette Cultural Identity and Transition: The impact of a developing tourism industry on the Maltese cultural identity in the last 40 years (1960-2000): A case study in Mellieha

Farrugia Celine The impact of Tourism on the community of Marsalforn: A villagers’ perspective

Galea Andrew Creating a Risk Management Plan for the local UNESCO World Heritage Sites managed by Heritage Malta: an evaluation of the current practices and the possible way forward

Patiniott Angele Why Malta? Malta Cruise Tourism and the Visitor’s Perspective

2013 Ciantar Carmen Motivation of Employees and the Influence on Service

Quality: The case of the Palace Hotel, the Victoria Hotel and the George

Grech Angelo Mass Tourism and Eco-certified Hotels: their impact on the Maltese environment

Maggi Alexia Destination Gozo: Myth or Reality? A Service provider perspective

Mallia Philip Malta’s relationship with its biodiversity: an attraction or a deterrent to the eco tourist

Mercieca Ryan A country defined by its Region: Gozo – the brand that Malta should have been

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Mifsud Clare Human Resource Development in the Maltese Tourism Sector: A tourism education leading to a good quality work force in the Maltese tourism industry?

Navarro Caroline The Potential of Yacht Racing as Niche Tourism: A case Study of the Rolex Middle Sea Race 2013

Sammut Warren Identifying and Developing a Core Village into a Tourit Destination: The Case of Zejtun

Schlossbauer Sandy MICE: Destination success factors and image attributes