INTAC 2024

Preserving the Past, Shaping the Future:

Responsible Journeys through Cultural Heritage

Conference on Tourism and Cultures

Welcome to a pivotal event where the past and future converge – INTAC 2024 Conference. This esteemed gathering is not just an event; it's a beacon for professionals, academicians, and enthusiasts passionate about tourism and cultures. The conference emerges as a vital platform under the theme "Preserving the Past, Shaping the Future: Responsible Journeys through Cultural Heritage" aiming to foster dialogue, share insights, and build a sustainable roadmap for tourism and cultural preservation.

Set against the vibrant backdrop of Kuala Lumpur, the conference unfolds at the prestigious Tun Hussein Onn Hall within the World Trade Centre, marking your calendar for the 3rd and 4th of October 2024. From 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, attendees will be immersed in a robust agenda featuring thought-provoking keynote speeches by luminaries in tourism and cultural preservation. With a lineup of groundbreaking workshops, seminars, forums, speeches and interactive sessions, INTAC 2024 promises a rich tapestry of learning and networking opportunities.

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  • ThemePreserving the Past, Shaping the Future:

    Responsible Journeys through Cultural Heritage

  • Date3rd - 4th October 2024

  • Time8.00 am - 6.00 pm

  • VenueTun Hussein Onn Hall

    World Trade Centre (WTC) Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
INTAC 2024

Six Conference
Themes

INTAC 2024 Conference, meticulously designed around six compelling themes that promise to ignite discussion, inspire action, and shape the future of our global heritage.

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Theme 1: Sustainable Tourism for Community’s Future

This theme focuses on the pivotal role of sustainable tourism in shaping resilient and empowered communities. It highlights the importance of integrating sustainable development practices within the tourism sector to ensure long-term benefits for local communities, preserving their cultural heritage while fostering economic growth.
Forum 1: Global Experience on Empowering Communities through Sustainable Development Practices
This forum will explore global case studies and best practices on how sustainable development initiatives have successfully empowered communities. Experts will share insights and strategies that can be adapted to various local contexts to enhance community well-being through tourism.
Seminar 1: Building Resilient Communities through Sustainable Tourism
This seminar will delve into the strategies and approaches for building resilience in communities through sustainable tourism. Participants will learn about innovative methods and policies that support the long-term sustainability of communities, ensuring that they thrive in a rapidly changing global environment.
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Theme 2: The Future of Healthcare Services in the Tourism Industry

This theme addresses the evolving role of healthcare services within the tourism sector, focusing on how innovative solutions can enhance the overall travel experience. It emphasizes the integration of advanced healthcare practices to meet the growing demands of health-conscious travelers and improve the quality of tourism-related healthcare services.
Forum 2: Potentializing Healthcare Services through Innovation for Tourism Development
This forum will examine how innovation can revolutionize healthcare services in the tourism industry. Experts will discuss cutting-edge technologies, novel approaches, and strategic developments that can elevate healthcare standards, enhance traveler safety, and drive growth in the tourism sector.
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Theme 3: Digital Transformation in Tourism

This theme explores the impact of digital technologies on the tourism industry, focusing on how innovations like virtual experiences are reshaping travel and business operations. It highlights the potential of digital tools to enhance engagement, streamline services, and create immersive travel experiences.
Workshop 1: Enriching Tourism Businesses through Virtual Experience
This workshop will showcase how virtual experiences can transform tourism businesses. Participants will learn how to leverage virtual reality and other digital tools to enhance customer engagement, showcase destinations, and provide innovative travel solutions.
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Theme 4: Quality Assurance Through Muslim-Friendly Tourism

This theme emphasizes the importance of ensuring quality and authenticity in Muslim-friendly tourism services, focusing on halal food and other essential aspects that contribute to a welcoming environment for Muslim travelers.
Seminar 2: Halal Food Assurance: A Key Driver in Muslim-Friendly Tourism Development
This seminar will delve into the critical role of halal food assurance in developing Muslim-friendly tourism. Experts will discuss best practices, certification processes, and how providing authentic halal food can drive tourism growth and ensure quality experiences for Muslim travelers.
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Theme 5: Embracing Cultural & Heritage as Destination Identity

This theme highlights the significance of integrating cultural and heritage elements into destination identities. It covers strategies for preserving and promoting local heritage while enhancing tourist attractions through creative and innovative methods.
Workshop 3: Hands-On Cultural Mapping for Heritage Preservation
This workshop will provide practical training on cultural mapping techniques aimed at preserving heritage. Participants will gain hands-on experience in identifying, documenting, and mapping cultural assets to support heritage conservation efforts.
Seminar 3: Transforming Historical Sites into Vibrant Tourist Attractions through Creative Intervention
This seminar will explore methods for revitalizing historical sites to attract and engage tourists. Through creative interventions and innovative strategies, attendees will learn how to transform heritage sites into dynamic and vibrant attractions.
Forum 3: Malaysian Experience: How to Create a Service Ecosystem that Portrays Malaysian Culture
This forum will focus on how Malaysia has developed a service ecosystem that authentically represents its rich cultural heritage. Discussions will cover strategies for integrating cultural elements into tourism services to enhance the overall visitor experience and celebrate Malaysian identity.
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Theme 6: Transforming Tourism for Climate Action

This theme explores the vital connection between the tourism industry and climate action, emphasising the need for the sector to adopt sustainable practices that reduce its environmental impact. As tourism continues to grow globally, it becomes increasingly important to address its contribution to climate change. The theme focuses on innovative strategies, policies, and technologies that can transform tourism into a force for positive environmental impact. It will highlight the ways in which the tourism industry can contribute to global climate goals while ensuring the preservation of cultural heritage and natural resources for future generations.
Forum 4: Integrating Climate Action into Regional Tourism Strategies
This forum will delve into the practical aspects of embedding climate action within regional tourism strategies. It will bring together regional policymakers, tourism boards, and industry leaders to discuss the challenges and opportunities of aligning tourism development with climate goals. Participants will explore successful case studies and innovative approaches that demonstrate how regions can balance tourism growth with environmental stewardship. The forum aims to provide actionable insights and tools for regional leaders to create tourism strategies that are both economically viable and environmentally sustainable, contributing to global climate action while preserving the unique cultural and natural heritage of their regions.
INTAC 2024 Conference

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Dive into the heart of innovation and collaboration with our carefully curated INTAC 2024 Conference Itinerary, your guide to an unforgettable journey of learning and networking.

INTAC 2024 Conference

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This is your chance to engage with top thought leaders, gain cutting-edge insights, and contribute to impactful discussions that could shape the future of our global heritage. 

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