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This research aims to explore the diverse experiences and wellbeing needs of older adults in tourism and hospitality settings.

Toward Inclusive Tourism: Aging, Wellbeing, and Hospitality in Later Life

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Transcontinental research highlights the significance of wellbeing and engagement in tourism for older adults, suggesting new directions for study.

This research aims to explore the diverse experiences and wellbeing needs of older adults in tourism and hospitality settings.
Examined six articles focused on tourism stakeholders and their roles
Utilized both supply-side and demand-side approaches
Focused on older adults as travelers, workers, and community participants
Highlighted the global context of aging in tourism and hospitality
Tourism work positively impacts the wellbeing and life satisfaction of older workers
Leisure and tourism activities enhance quality of life for older travelers
Emphasized diversity of experiences in later life tourism
Identified interdisciplinary research directions for future studies

Chi et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Transcontinental research highlights the significance of wellbeing and engagement in tourism for older adults, suggesting new directions for study.