Constantia Anastasiadou

Dr Constantia Anastasiadou

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c.Anastasiadou@napier.ac.uk

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Biography

Constantia is the leading authority in EU tourism policy and has published extensively on the impact of regional trading organisations on international tourism development. She has undertaken research projects on cross border collaboration in tourism in Southern Africa, tourism marketing technologies and community engagement in events. Her main research interests lay in tourism policy, governance, stakeholder engagement and organisational structures in tourism. She is currently involved in comparative research in destination management organisational structures in Scotland and Denmark.

Previously she oversaw the development and progress of PhD students and contributed to the PhD research training provision within the Business School. She has also worked as a qualitative social researcher on tourism-related and employability projects and in various posts within the travel industry.

Constantia was previously the Reviews Editor for the Journal of Policy Research in Tourism, Leisure and Events (Sept. 2008- Jan. 2014) and has acted as a scientific committee member and reviewer for many academic conferences and journals including Tourism Management, Annals of Tourism Research, Tourism Geographies and Event Management. She is a committee member of Tourism Society Scotland and a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and Royal Geographical Society.

School

Business School

Research Groups

Tourism Research Group

Themes

Research Areas

Esteem

Reviewing

Journal Reviewer

Invited Speaker

Scottish & Danish destinations - a comparison of evolving purposes and roles: Tourism Management Institute
Technology Solutions for Tourism 2015: Edinburgh Tourism Action Group

Conference Activity

Travel and Tourism Research Association Conference
"Destination Organisations: Fit for Purpose and Ready for What the Future Holds?" Tourism Society

Media Activity

Interview, The Independent
Interview on Russian television as part of the TOULL project dissemination activities.

Fellowships and Awards

Fellow, Higher Education Academy

Editorial Activity

Editorial: Tourism Governance during Public Sector Reform and

A study of the relationship between personalised 3D printed 'Souvenirs of Place' and public perception of modern architectural heritage

Vettese, S., Anastasiadou, C., & Vones, K. (2017). A study of the relationship between personalised 3D printed 'Souvenirs of Place' and public perception of modern architectural heritage. Design Journal, 20(Supp. 1), (S3683-S3695). doi:10.1080/14606925.2017.1352874. ISSN 1460-6925
Vettese, S., Anastasiadou, C., & Vones, K. (2017). A study of the relationship between personalised 3D printed 'Souvenirs of Place' and public perception of modern architectural heritage. Design Journal, 20(Supp. 1), (S3683-S3695). doi:10.1080/14606925.2017.1352874. ISSN 1460-6925

At present, there is a disconnection between academic and public perception of Modern heritage, particularly Brutalist architecture. This research utilises the processes and e...

2017
Editorial: Tourism Governance during Public Sector Reform and Financial Uncertainty - How can Destination Management Organisations Adapt?

Anastasiadou, C., & Halkier, H. (2017). Editorial: Tourism Governance during Public Sector Reform and Financial Uncertainty - How can Destination Management Organisations Adapt?. International Journal of Tourism Policy, 7(1), (1-3). ISSN 1750-4090
Anastasiadou, C., & Halkier, H. (2017). Editorial: Tourism Governance during Public Sector Reform and Financial Uncertainty - How can Destination Management Organisations Adapt?. International Journal of Tourism Policy, 7(1), (1-3). ISSN 1750-4090

No abstract available.

2017
Foreign Direct Investment in Zimbabwe and Botswana: the elephant in the room

Gutu, M., Anastasiadou-, C., Omar, M. & Osei, C. (2017). Foreign Direct Investment in Zimbabwe and Botswana: the elephant in the room. In Managing Knowledge and Innovation for Business Sustainability in Africa. Palgrave Macmillan. doi:10.1007/978-3-319-41090-6
Gutu, M., Anastasiadou-, C., Omar, M. & Osei, C. (2017). Foreign Direct Investment in Zimbabwe and Botswana: the elephant in the room. In Managing Knowledge and Innovation for Business Sustainability in Africa. Palgrave Macmillan. doi:10.1007/978-3-319-41090-6

2017
Community non-participation in homestays in Kullu, Himachal Pradesh, India

Sood, J., Lynch, P. & Anastasiadou, C. (2017). Community non-participation in homestays in Kullu, Himachal Pradesh, India. Tourism Management. 60, 332-347. doi:10.1016/j.tourman.2016.12.007. ISSN 0261-5177
Sood, J., Lynch, P. & Anastasiadou, C. (2017). Community non-participation in homestays in Kullu, Himachal Pradesh, India. Tourism Management. 60, 332-347. doi:10.1016/j.tourman.2016.12.007. ISSN 0261-5177

An upsurge in popularity of homestays has provided newer economic opportunities to remote Indian Himalayan communities. Despite the benefits homestays offer, their acceptance ...

2016
Making Tourist Experiences Through Personalisable 3D Printed Souvenirs

Vettese Forster, S., Anastasiadou, C. & Calder, L. (2016). Making Tourist Experiences Through Personalisable 3D Printed Souvenirs. Making Futures. IVISSN 2042-1664
Vettese Forster, S., Anastasiadou, C. & Calder, L. (2016). Making Tourist Experiences Through Personalisable 3D Printed Souvenirs. Making Futures. IVISSN 2042-1664

Gift shops are common in most museums and galleries that provide visitors with shopping experiences as well as the opportunity to transform their intangible experience of the ...

2016
Individualising the tourist brochure: reconfiguring tourism experiences and transforming the classic image maker.

Anastasiadou, C., & Migas, N. (2013). Individualising the tourist brochure: reconfiguring tourism experiences and transforming the classic image maker. In J. Lester, & C. Scarles (Eds.), Mediating the Tourism Experience: From Brochures to Virtual Encounters, 123-138. Ashgate
Anastasiadou, C., & Migas, N. (2013). Individualising the tourist brochure: reconfiguring tourism experiences and transforming the classic image maker. In J. Lester, & C. Scarles (Eds.), Mediating the Tourism Experience: From Brochures to Virtual Encounters, 123-138. Ashgate

2013
Mapping the EU's Evolving Role in Tourism: Implications of the new EU Tourism Competence.

Panyik, E., & Anastasiadou, C. (2013). Mapping the EU's Evolving Role in Tourism: Implications of the new EU Tourism Competence. In C. Costa, E. Panyik, & D. Buhalis (Eds.), Trends in European Tourism Planning and Organisation, 189-207. Channel View Publications
Panyik, E., & Anastasiadou, C. (2013). Mapping the EU's Evolving Role in Tourism: Implications of the new EU Tourism Competence. In C. Costa, E. Panyik, & D. Buhalis (Eds.), Trends in European Tourism Planning and Organisation, 189-207. Channel View Publications

2013
Community Involvement in Festivals: Exploring Ways of Increasing Local Participation.

Rogers, P. & Anastasiadou, C. (2011). Community Involvement in Festivals: Exploring Ways of Increasing Local Participation. Event Management. 15, 387-399. doi:10.3727/152599511X13175676722681. ISSN 1525-9951
Rogers, P. & Anastasiadou, C. (2011). Community Involvement in Festivals: Exploring Ways of Increasing Local Participation. Event Management. 15, 387-399. doi:10.3727/152599511X13175676722681. ISSN 1525-9951

Despite the existence of measurement indicators for the social impacts of festivals, there has been limited research on how communities feel part of and contribute to the fest...

2011
Tourism mobility in regional integration schemes: a case of political deregulation?

Anastasiadou, C. (2010). Tourism mobility in regional integration schemes: a case of political deregulation?. Journal of Policy Research in Tourism, Leisure and Events. 3, 237-255. doi:10.1080/19407963.2011.576867. ISSN 1940-7963
Anastasiadou, C. (2010). Tourism mobility in regional integration schemes: a case of political deregulation?. Journal of Policy Research in Tourism, Leisure and Events. 3, 237-255. doi:10.1080/19407963.2011.576867. ISSN 1940-7963

Tourism mobility has been discussed in certain contexts in the relevant literature but has received limited treatment in the context of regional integration schemes. The purpo...

2010
Student part‐time employment: Implications, challenges and opportunities for higher education

Barron, P., & Anastasiadou, C. (2008). Student part‐time employment: Implications, challenges and opportunities for higher education. International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management, 21, (140-153). doi:10.1108/09596110910935642. ISSN 0959-6119
Barron, P., & Anastasiadou, C. (2008). Student part‐time employment: Implications, challenges and opportunities for higher education. International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management, 21, (140-153). doi:10.1108/09596110910935642. ISSN 0959-6119

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine the pattern of part‐time working amongst a cohort of full time hospitality and tourism students studying at a university in Sco...

2009
Tourism interest groups in the EU policy arena: characteristics, relationships and challenges.

Anastasiadou, C. (2007). Tourism interest groups in the EU policy arena: characteristics, relationships and challenges. Current Issues in Tourism. 11, 24-39. doi:10.2167/cit326.0. ISSN 1368-3500
Anastasiadou, C. (2007). Tourism interest groups in the EU policy arena: characteristics, relationships and challenges. Current Issues in Tourism. 11, 24-39. doi:10.2167/cit326.0. ISSN 1368-3500

Despite the European Union’s (EU) influence on tourism, surprisingly little is known of tourism interest representation and the nature of their relationship with the EU instit...

2007
Stakeholder perspectives on the European Union tourism policy framework and their preferences on the type of involvement.

Anastasiadou, C. (2007). Stakeholder perspectives on the European Union tourism policy framework and their preferences on the type of involvement. International Journal of Tourism Research. 10, 221-235. doi:10.1002/jtr.655. ISSN 1099-2340
Anastasiadou, C. (2007). Stakeholder perspectives on the European Union tourism policy framework and their preferences on the type of involvement. International Journal of Tourism Research. 10, 221-235. doi:10.1002/jtr.655. ISSN 1099-2340

Despite a growing body of literature on regional trading agreements and tourism, little empirical evidence exists on how tourism policy is formulated at the supranational leve...

2007
Tourism and the European Union.

Anastasiadou, C. (2005). Tourism and the European Union. In D. Hall, M. Smith, & B. Marciszweska (Eds.), Tourism in the New Europe: The challenges and opportunities if EU enlargement, 20-31. CAB
Anastasiadou, C. (2005). Tourism and the European Union. In D. Hall, M. Smith, & B. Marciszweska (Eds.), Tourism in the New Europe: The challenges and opportunities if EU enlargement, 20-31. CAB

This chapter provides examples of the EU's involvement in tourism and discusses potential areas of involvement as these have been suggested in the tourism literature and were ...

2006
Tourism and the European Union.

Anastasiadou, C. (2005). Tourism and the European Union. In D. Hall, M. Smith, & B. Marcisewska (Eds.), Tourism in the New Europe: The challenges and opportunities if EU enlargement, 20-31. CAB International
Anastasiadou, C. (2005). Tourism and the European Union. In D. Hall, M. Smith, & B. Marcisewska (Eds.), Tourism in the New Europe: The challenges and opportunities if EU enlargement, 20-31. CAB International

2006
The role of regional trading blocks in the development and management of tourism: an analysis of the European Union and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.

Anastasiadou, C. & De Sausmarez, N. (2005). The role of regional trading blocks in the development and management of tourism: an analysis of the European Union and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. International Journal of Tourism Research. 8, 317-332. doi:10.1002/jtr.579. ISSN 1099-2340
Anastasiadou, C. & De Sausmarez, N. (2005). The role of regional trading blocks in the development and management of tourism: an analysis of the European Union and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. International Journal of Tourism Research. 8, 317-332. doi:10.1002/jtr.579. ISSN 1099-2340

The establishment of regional trading blocs is considered an important aspect of the process of economic and political globalisation. Focusing on the European Union and the As...

2005
Individualized Tourism Brochures as a Novel Approach toMass Customization.

Migas, N., Anastasiadou, C. & Stirling, A. (2007). Individualized Tourism Brochures as a Novel Approach toMass Customization. Journal of Hospitality and Leisure Marketing. 17, 237-257. doi:10.1080/10507050801978463
Migas, N., Anastasiadou, C. & Stirling, A. (2007). Individualized Tourism Brochures as a Novel Approach toMass Customization. Journal of Hospitality and Leisure Marketing. 17, 237-257. doi:10.1080/10507050801978463

Tourism is an information intensive business and technological advances have transformed the way in which information is stored, managed and transmitted to potential visitors....
Mass customisation through personalised brochures: the role of digital printing.

Migas, N., Anastasiadou, C. & Buchanan, W. J. (2006). Mass customisation through personalised brochures: the role of digital printing. Information Systems. ISSN 0306-4379
Migas, N., Anastasiadou, C. & Buchanan, W. J. (2006). Mass customisation through personalised brochures: the role of digital printing. Information Systems. ISSN 0306-4379

This paper argues that despite the wide adoption of Internet technologies in destination marketing, information is still disseminated through printed brochures that have large...
Promoting Sustainability From Above: reflections on the influence of the European Union on tourism governance.

Anastasiadou, C. (2011). Promoting Sustainability From Above: reflections on the influence of the European Union on tourism governance. Policy Quarterly. 7, 27-33
Anastasiadou, C. (2011). Promoting Sustainability From Above: reflections on the influence of the European Union on tourism governance. Policy Quarterly. 7, 27-33

Due to the long-standing absence of direct and legally-binding competencies in tourism, European Union (EU) tourism policy has mainly influenced tourism governance through ind...
In Situ 3D Printed Souvenirs and their Affect on Visitors Engagement with Built Heritage

Vettese, S. & Anastasiadou, C. (2016). In Situ 3D Printed Souvenirs and their Affect on Visitors Engagement with Built Heritage. In In this place : cumulus association biannual international conference, 98-103. ISBN 978-0-9928878-1-0
Vettese, S. & Anastasiadou, C. (2016). In Situ 3D Printed Souvenirs and their Affect on Visitors Engagement with Built Heritage. In In this place : cumulus association biannual international conference, 98-103. ISBN 978-0-9928878-1-0

In this study, visitors’ perception and engagement with built heritage surroundings was investigated in relation to their interaction with 3d printed souvenirs which reflected...

2016
It’s all Greek to me”: Stakeholder Perspectives on Scotland’s Reformed Tourism Structures

Anastasiadou, C. (in press). It’s all Greek to me”: Stakeholder Perspectives on Scotland’s Reformed Tourism Structures
Anastasiadou, C. (in press). It’s all Greek to me”: Stakeholder Perspectives on Scotland’s Reformed Tourism Structures

Processes of territorialisation, devolution and rescaling within Europe are creating spatially redefined destinations that are giving rise to novel and distinctive tourism str...

2016
Enhancing the Tourist Heritage Experience through In-Situ, Customisable, 3D printed Souvenirs

Forster, S. & Anastasiadou, C. (2015). Enhancing the Tourist Heritage Experience through In-Situ, Customisable, 3D printed Souvenirs. In Proceedings Heritage Tourism & Hospitality International Conference 2015ISBN 978-90-9029477-3
Forster, S. & Anastasiadou, C. (2015). Enhancing the Tourist Heritage Experience through In-Situ, Customisable, 3D printed Souvenirs. In Proceedings Heritage Tourism & Hospitality International Conference 2015ISBN 978-90-9029477-3

This research set out to investigate whether technological innovations in design and the personalisation of tourist souvenirs through 3D printing, could offer opportunities to...

2015
From destination management organisations to destination organisations in Scotland and Denmark: multi-level governance versus localism

Anastasiadou, C. & Halkier, H. (2013). From destination management organisations to destination organisations in Scotland and Denmark: multi-level governance versus localism. In Gyimóthy, S., Möckel, M. & Budeanu, A. (Eds.). The Values of Tourism, 111. ISBN N/A
Anastasiadou, C. & Halkier, H. (2013). From destination management organisations to destination organisations in Scotland and Denmark: multi-level governance versus localism. In Gyimóthy, S., Möckel, M. & Budeanu, A. (Eds.). The Values of Tourism, 111. ISBN N/A

Although a lot of previous research on destination management had focused on the relevance of destination marketing organisations in improving destination competitiveness (Pik...

2013
Working together for employment and inclusion in Edinburgh : a baseline study.

McQuaid, R. W., Anastasiadou, C., Fuertes, V., Greig, M., Lindsay, C. & Wise, S. (2005). Working together for employment and inclusion in Edinburgh : a baseline study.
McQuaid, R. W., Anastasiadou, C., Fuertes, V., Greig, M., Lindsay, C. & Wise, S. (2005). Working together for employment and inclusion in Edinburgh : a baseline study.

2005
Exploring the interrelationships between regional consciousness, migration and tourism in regional integration schemes

Anastasiadou, C. (2010). Exploring the interrelationships between regional consciousness, migration and tourism in regional integration schemes
Anastasiadou, C. (2010). Exploring the interrelationships between regional consciousness, migration and tourism in regional integration schemes
Relationships between travel habits and European identity formation.

Anastasiadou, C. & Panyik, E. (2014). Relationships between travel habits and European identity formation
Anastasiadou, C. & Panyik, E. (2014). Relationships between travel habits and European identity formation

For the first time in the history of the EU, the Lisbon Treaty, which entered into force in 2009, established direct legal base for Community measures with supporting competen...
Enhancing the tourist heritage experience through "In-Situ" customisable, 3D printed souvenirs.

Anastasiadou, C., Foster, S. V. & Calder, L. (2014). Enhancing the tourist heritage experience through "In-Situ" customisable, 3D printed souvenirs. ISBN 978-90-9029477-3
Anastasiadou, C., Foster, S. V. & Calder, L. (2014). Enhancing the tourist heritage experience through "In-Situ" customisable, 3D printed souvenirs. ISBN 978-90-9029477-3

This research set out to investigate whether technological innovations in design and the personalisation of tourist souvenirs through 3D printing, could offer opportunities to...
Destination Organisations Fit for Purpose and Ready for What the Future Holds?

Anastasiadou, C. (2016). Destination Organisations Fit for Purpose and Ready for What the Future Holds?. Edinburgh: Edinburgh Napier University
Anastasiadou, C. (2016). Destination Organisations Fit for Purpose and Ready for What the Future Holds?. Edinburgh: Edinburgh Napier University

Destination Management/Marketing Organisations are a common feature in tourism administration, destination development and promotion. Engaging with local industry, they often ...

2016
Destination dynamics in Russia - tourism development and public-private partnership in four non-metropolitan destinations

Halkier, H., Muller, D., Anastasiadou, C., Kiriyanova, L., Goncharova, N., Kagan, F., …Mair, M. (2016). Destination dynamics in Russia - tourism development and public-private partnership in four non-metropolitan destinations. Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark: Tourism and Lifelong Learning (TOULL) project
Halkier, H., Muller, D., Anastasiadou, C., Kiriyanova, L., Goncharova, N., Kagan, F., …Mair, M. (2016). Destination dynamics in Russia - tourism development and public-private partnership in four non-metropolitan destinations. Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark: Tourism and Lifelong Learning (TOULL) project

2016
Researching narratives of collective memory and identity: The case of the commemorative events of the fall of the Berlin Wall

Todd, L., Anastasiadou, C., Theodoraki, E., & Viol, M. (2014, September). Researching narratives of collective memory and identity: The case of the commemorative events of the fall of the Berlin Wall. Paper presented at International Conference on Remembering in a Globalizing World: The Play and Interplay of Tourism, Memory, and Place, Le Chambon sur Lignon, France
Todd, L., Anastasiadou, C., Theodoraki, E., & Viol, M. (2014, September). Researching narratives of collective memory and identity: The case of the commemorative events of the fall of the Berlin Wall. Paper presented at International Conference on Remembering in a Globalizing World: The Play and Interplay of Tourism, Memory, and Place, Le Chambon sur Lignon, France

No abstract available.

2014

Constantia Anastasiadou

Dr Constantia Anastasiadou

Biography

Esteem

Reviewing

Invited Speaker

Conference Activity

Media Activity

Fellowships and Awards

Editorial Activity

A study of the relationship between personalised 3D printed 'Souvenirs of Place' and public perception of modern architectural heritage

Editorial: Tourism Governance during Public Sector Reform and Financial Uncertainty - How can Destination Management Organisations Adapt?

Foreign Direct Investment in Zimbabwe and Botswana: the elephant in the room

Community non-participation in homestays in Kullu, Himachal Pradesh, India

Making Tourist Experiences Through Personalisable 3D Printed Souvenirs

Individualising the tourist brochure: reconfiguring tourism experiences and transforming the classic image maker.

Mapping the EU's Evolving Role in Tourism: Implications of the new EU Tourism Competence.

Community Involvement in Festivals: Exploring Ways of Increasing Local Participation.

Tourism mobility in regional integration schemes: a case of political deregulation?

Student part‐time employment: Implications, challenges and opportunities for higher education

Tourism interest groups in the EU policy arena: characteristics, relationships and challenges.

Stakeholder perspectives on the European Union tourism policy framework and their preferences on the type of involvement.

Tourism and the European Union.

Tourism and the European Union.

The role of regional trading blocks in the development and management of tourism: an analysis of the European Union and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.

Individualized Tourism Brochures as a Novel Approach toMass Customization.

Mass customisation through personalised brochures: the role of digital printing.

Promoting Sustainability From Above: reflections on the influence of the European Union on tourism governance.

In Situ 3D Printed Souvenirs and their Affect on Visitors Engagement with Built Heritage

It’s all Greek to me”: Stakeholder Perspectives on Scotland’s Reformed Tourism Structures

Enhancing the Tourist Heritage Experience through In-Situ, Customisable, 3D printed Souvenirs

From destination management organisations to destination organisations in Scotland and Denmark: multi-level governance versus localism

Working together for employment and inclusion in Edinburgh : a baseline study.

Exploring the interrelationships between regional consciousness, migration and tourism in regional integration schemes

Relationships between travel habits and European identity formation.

Enhancing the tourist heritage experience through "In-Situ" customisable, 3D printed souvenirs.

Destination Organisations Fit for Purpose and Ready for What the Future Holds?

Destination dynamics in Russia - tourism development and public-private partnership in four non-metropolitan destinations

Researching narratives of collective memory and identity: The case of the commemorative events of the fall of the Berlin Wall

Destination Organisations in Scotland: types, issues and characteristics

Enhancing the authenticity and sustainability of the visitor heritage experiences through 3D printing technology

Regionalism & cooperation in tourism- S'th Africa

Current Post Grad projects

Branding of a Caribbean island's capital city as a tourism destination: the case for Port of Spain, Trinidad - Clifford Hamilton, Dr Maktoba Omar Saad, Dr Constantia Anastasiadou (Second Supervisor)

Foreign direct investment and determinants: a case of Zimbabwe - Mavis Gutu, Dr Collins Osei, Dr Constantia Anastasiadou (Second Supervisor), Dr Maktoba Omar Saad

The evolving role of ICT in succesful marketing and communication - Tracey Savary, Prof Mary Fischer, Dr Constantia Anastasiadou (Second Supervisor)

Previous Post Grad projects

Critical investigation of the mobile information technology expert’s perspective on the impact of mobile application development within the German financial market and service industry - Klaus Hahn, Dr Constantia Anastasiadou (Director Of Studies), Dr Maktoba Omar Saad

Collective memory and identity in commemoration of the fall of the Berlin wall: narratives of the 2009 and 2014 anniversary events - Maren Viol, Dr Eleni Theodoraki, Dr Constantia Anastasiadou (Second Supervisor), Dr Louise Todd

The investigation of the key market growth factors for golf development in China as recreational and luxury product - Congshan Zhang, Dr Maktoba Omar Saad, Dr Constantia Anastasiadou (Second Supervisor), George Stonehouse

UK foreign direct investment in Ghana, determinants and implications - Dr Collins Osei, Dr Maktoba Omar Saad, Dr Constantia Anastasiadou (Second Supervisor), Dr Jacqueline Brodie

Tourism at Napier

Constantia Anastasiadou on tourism and public policy