Prof. Dr. Srinath DossFaculty
May 20, 2022Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Georg Arlt FRGS FRAS
Dean of Academic Affairs
Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Georg Arlt FRGS FRAS is a globally respected tourism and hospitality management expert with a distinguished career spanning over 50 years. At EIIET, he brings a wealth of experience, a deep global perspective, and a strong commitment to academic excellence. He holds a master's in Sinology, Sociology, and Political Science and a Ph.D. in Political Science from Freie Universität Berlin. Over the years, he has taught international tourism management at various universities in Germany and held visiting professorships in countries such as China, the UK, Australia, and New Zealand. Outside academia, Prof. Arlt has also worked closely with governments, tourism organizations, and global hotel brands like IHG, Disney, and Hilton, offering expert advice and guidance.
Prof. Arlt is widely recognized as a leading authority in Chinese outbound tourism. His comprehensive knowledge of international travel trends and cross-cultural dynamics has significantly influenced worldwide tourism policies and business strategies. He is also the originator of the "Meaningful Tourism" concept—an innovative framework that emphasizes creating value for travellers, host communities, and the environment. At EIIET, he remains dedicated to fostering creative thinking, integrating sustainability into the institution's core principles, and guiding its long-term development. His international expertise and practical experience greatly enhance the academic environment, preparing both students and the institution to excel in a rapidly evolving global tourism industry.
Publication
Books:
- Arlt, W.G., China’s Outbound Tourism, Routledge, 2006
Books Chapter:
- Arlt, W.G., "Chinese tourists’ behaviour in 'Elsewhereland,'" in: Cochrane, J. (ed.), Asian Tourism Growth and Change, Elsevier, 2007
- Arlt, W.G., "China’s Outbound Tourism: History, Current Development and Outlook," in: Lee, R. (ed.), China Outbound Tourism 2.0, Apple Academic Press, 2015.
- Arlt, W.G., "Food and Beverages and their importance for Chinese Outbound Tourists," in: Pforr, Ch., Phau, I. (eds.), Food, Wine and China – A Tourism Perspective, Routledge, 2018.
- Arlt, W.G., "New Trends in Chinese Outbound Tourism: Consequences for the International Hospitality Industry," in: Gardini, M., Offenbacher, M., Schuckert, M. (eds.), The Routledge Companion to International Hospitality Management, Routledge, 2021.
- Arlt, W.G., "China Readiness and Meaningful Tourism," in: Buhalis, D. (eds.), Encyclopaedia of Tourism and Hospitality, Taylor & Francis, 2022.
- Arlt, W.G., "Meaningful Tourism," in: Morrison, A., Buhalis, D. (eds.), Routledge Handbook of Trends and Issues in Global Tourism, Taylor & Francis, 2022.
Co-editor of Special Issues:
- Arlt, W.G., Tse, D. (co-editors), Journal of China Tourism Research, Vol. 7, No. 4, 2011, Routledge.
- Arlt, W.G., Burns, P. (co-editors), Tourism Planning and Development, Vol. 10, No. 2, 2013, Taylor & Francis.
- Arlt, W.G., Xu, J., Johnson, C. (co-editors), Journal of Policy Research in Tourism, Leisure and Events, Vol. 12, No. 1, 2020: Outbound Chinese Tourism: Implications to Destinations.