Building Resilience in War-Torn Tourism Destinations Through Hot-War Tourism: The Case of Ukraine
Journal: Tourism and Hospitality
Year: 2025

Tourism in active conflict zones constitutes a distinct and contentious form of dark tourism, wherein visitors engage with sites marked by death and tragedy that have significantly shaped public consciousness. This study investigates hot-war tourism as an emerging tourism product in places affected by ongoing conflict, highlighting its potential to foster resilience, support local communities, and enhance social awareness. Using Ukraine as a case study, the paper examines the underlying motivati