Haywantee Ramkissoon

Haywantee Ramkissoon is a Research Professor (Full) of Tourism Marketing at UniSA Business, University of South Australia, with affiliations at the University of Derby (UK), The Arctic University of Norway, and the University of Johannesburg. She leads the Visitor Economy Research Group, focusing on sustainable tourism, behavioral change, and place attachment. Her interdisciplinary work bridges academia and industry, emphasizing collaborative research for societal benefits.

Research Interests:

• Sustainable Tourism Practices
• Pro-Environmental Behavior in Tourism
• Place Attachment and Protective Behaviors
• Health Tourism and Public Health
• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Digital Innovation in Tourism

Editorial Roles:

• Handbook on Tourism and Behavior Change (Editor)
• Gender and Entrepreneurship in Tourism (Co-Editor)
• Advisory Boards for Top-Tier Tourism Journals

Recent Contributions: Her 2025 work on Malaysian birders' conservation behavior and global virtual teams highlights innovative methodologies. Ongoing projects address wine tourism sustainability and tourism leadership frameworks.

Awards & Recognition: While specific awards are not listed, her media coverage and invited keynotes reflect international scholarly impact.

Advising & Grants: As a Research Degree Supervisor, she mentors students in tourism-related research. Collaborations span academic and industry partners globally.

Labs & Teams: Leads the Visitor Economy Research Group, focusing on destination management and overtourism solutions through interdisciplinary approaches.