Ethics and Malpractice Statement

Journal of Hospitality, Tourism and Wellness Studies (JHTW) is committed to ensuring the highest standards of publication ethics, and strictly prohibits any form of publication malpractice. Our primary responsibility is to publish original work that holds value to the intellectual community, in the best possible form and to the highest possible standards.

To achieve this, JHTW adheres to the following ethical principles:

  1. Honesty and Originality: Authors must present original research, ensuring that the work has not been published elsewhere and that all sources are appropriately cited.

  2. Fair Dealing: Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest and ensure the accuracy of their research findings.

  3. Fairness and Objectivity: Editors and reviewers must evaluate manuscripts based on their academic merit, free from any personal or commercial biases.

  4. Confidentiality: Editors and reviewers are required to maintain the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts and not disclose any information regarding submissions to anyone other than the corresponding author, reviewers, and the publisher, as appropriate.

  5. Ethical Conduct: JHTW endorses and adheres to the codes of conduct.

  6. Error and Retraction Policy: JHTW is committed to promptly correcting any errors identified in published works. In cases of significant errors or misconduct, retraction of the work will be considered.

By maintaining these standards, JHTW aims to foster a trustworthy and ethical environment for the publication of high-quality research in the fields of tourism, hospitality, and wellness. We expect all authors, reviewers, and editors to uphold these principles to support the integrity and credibility of our journal.