The perception of the LAND transport infrastructure in Malta by tourists

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1 TOURISM DISSERTATIONS B.COM. (HONS) with Tourism as an Area of Specialisation 1997 NAME TITLE BALDACCHINO Mary Grace BORG Andre The perception of the LAND transport infrastructure in Malta by tourists Employment in Tourism FENECH Chris The effect of new 5-star developments and policies on the 2 and 3-star hotels industry in Malta MIFSUD Robert Malta as a Yachting centre: an analysis PSAILA Pauline The Hubbing Concept viewed from the schedule airlines perspective 1998 FENECH Pierre Marketing Gozo: as a destination on its own

2 GATT Mark Impacts of Tour Operator Business in the Tourism Industries SCICLUNA Malcolm Health Related Tourism AZZOPARDI Sandro Managing Tourism in a global environment the Maltese perspective CILIA Ian A comparative study of the hotel accommodation sector in Cyprus, Mallorca and the Maltese Islands, with reference to the German Tour Operator Market SPITERI Jonaphin Conflicts and Impacts in Gozo: domestic versus international tourism STRICKLAND Roger Analysis of NTOM/MTA advertising campaigns in the CIT sector TONNA Adrian The Malta Tourism Product: The German tour operator perspective

3 1999 BONELLO Edward A comparative study of foreign student accommodation with host families and/or a college campus the Maltese context BORG Donald The future of the 3-star holiday market in Malta CUSCHIERI Simon The TEFL market in Malta an evaluation of customer satisfaction GAMBINA Gabrielle Malta s Forts their potential in attracting cultural tourism with special reference to Fort Ricasoli GRECH Gerald Service quality in Maltese restaurants a comparison between the perceptions of locals and foreigners MAMO Adrian Golfing in the Maltese Islands an analysis of its tourism potential VELLA Elaine Implications of career stress on service quality in the hospitality industry

4 ROSSIGNAUD Jacques Meeting venues in the Maltese Islands are further investments justified? ZAMMIT TREVISAN Claude Reviving Valletta: A case study of a tourist-historic city

5 B.A. (HONS) TOURISM STUDIES AZZOPARDI Franklin Tourist Perceptions of the Maltese People AZZOPARDI Sylvain The role of local gastronomy in the tourism product: analysis of its marketability BORG Estelle The economic impact of car hire business in the Maltese Islands BORG Janice The economic contribution of English Language Students during the winter months CARUANA Ann-Marie Analysing the advertising of Malta in Italy CUSCHIERI Rachael The contribution of tourism to the development of local community in Valletta DINGLI Bradley E-Commerce for the Maltese hospitality industry: the future trend? MALLIA Deborah The environmental impact assessment of the Hilton/Portomaso Project: A retrospective critique SCHRANZ Karl An assessment of the concept of sustainability within the hotel sector in Malta SCICLUNA Christine Capability of Air Malta to cater for the future demand of CIT

6 2004 AGIUS Andrea An analysis of the leisure facilities offered by 4 star hotels in Malta AGIUS Gabriella The potential of marketing the south of Malta as a tourist destination AZZOPARDI Melanie Marketing Malta for events travel its role as an events destination BORG Eman The Accor marketing strategy: its implementation in Maltese establishments CAMILLERI Denise-Anne Women Workers Advancements and constraints in their roles within the hospitality and accommodation sector: a gender perspective GRECH CUMBO Daphne The impact of tour operator business on the hotel industry HILSENITZ Nils Sports Tourism in Malta market analysis and opportunities with particular reference to swimming MAGRO Venera Feasibility study of developing off-road as a niche market within the tourism industry

7 MICALLEF Helena-May Marketing Malta within the EU Zone: a tourism perspective PERRY James-Aldric Tourism Education in Malta: an analysis TABONE Eveline The impact of Euro on the Maltese tourism industry: future perspectives XUEREB Brenda An investigation of the Co-Alignment principle in 5- star hotels MICALLEF Tonio The impact of land use policies on the ongoing tourism development in Malta s 5-star establishments 2005 ABELA Charlot Labour law issues of relevance to the hospitality industry: the Maltese experience AGIUS Anna The implications of the all-inclusive holidays offered in hotels situated in Bugibba and Qawra, Malta, during Winter 2004/5 ATTARD Maria The remains of the Knights of Malta around the Mediterranean: a case for cultural tourism

8 BUGEJA Ian A study analysing women s participation in hand- made tourist arts MICALLEF Kurt The improvement of the Sliema and St Julians coast: its potential in tourism PEARSON Heather The proposal of marketing the journey of the Knights of Malta SAPIANO Karl Anthony SMEs workforce training within Malta s hospitality industry VELLA Claire Malta s south west coast: thepotential of Malta s south west coast for special interest travel ZAMMIT Daniel The provision of training in 5-star hotels in Malta: An analysis ZAMMIT Rouvin The impact of Malta s EU accession on its accommodation sector ANASTASIA Roberta AZZOPARDI Sarah Faith BONAVIA Daniela BUGEJA Bernice TQM within the hotel sector in Malta How could Malta as a tourism destination benefit from the structural funds ? A sustainable tourism development approach Managing Cultural diversity in 5-star hotels in Malta MTA advertising campaigns in the CIT sector: a retrospective analysis

9 BUHAGIAR Petra-Lynne Gender mainstreaming within Malta s hospitality industry CAMILLERI Antonella Marketing strategies of heritage sites in Malta and Gozo CAMILLERI Inika Sports tourism: Do we have what it takes? An analysis of the current situation CAMILLERI Marie Claire CARUANA Keith Maltese hospitality: an issue to be reviewed The socio-economic impacts of the Cottonera waterfront project: Waterfront Zone Birgu CASSAR Bernard Private heritage visitor attractions in Malta: a comparative marketing analysis CASSAR Lisa A visitors analysis to the Maltese Neolithic templeswith special reference to Tarxien CASSAR Maria An analysis of customer service training in 5-star hotels in Malta GALEA Eliza GAUCI Caroline GAUCI Ivan Diversifying Malta s MICE industry Towards quality tourism in Malta The use of online marketing communications by destination management organisations: a European perspective

10 GAUCI MAISTRE Sarah Assessing the future role of travel agents in Malta as a result of the growth in internet use and the online trust relationship with regards to outbound online bookings in Malta GIORDMAINA MEDICI Christina GRECH Godwin INGLOTT Krystle KOPILOVA Yanina LINWOOD Diane MAGGI Alexia Learning from similarity Malta vs Cyprus Developing the religious tourism product A comparison of Malta s image abroad with the contemporary, local situation. The use of images in the tourism industry An analysis of Malta s image as a tourist destination for the Russian market The impact of tourism on the local people The regeneration of Cottonera towards an enhancement of the tourist product MAGRO Sharon The impact of foreign (young) tourists on the leisure patterns of Maltese youths MICALLEF Sharon Heritage management practices of Fondazzjoni Wirt Artna MIFSUD Maria Understanding the linkages between cultural tourism and cultural awareness and conservation. Malta as a case study. PULLICINO Louise The art of complaining! The role of the hotel guest care manager in the effective handling of complaints

11 SAMMUT Daniella The impact of tourism on a Maltese fishing village with the development of tourism SAMUT TAGLIAFERRO Stefanie SCIBERRAS Anna Maria A comparison between the images and the experiences of visitors to Maltese heritage sites Reduce, reuse, recycle A 3R perspective for small and micro tourism enterprises SPITERI Roberta An evaluation of the sustainability of cultural tourism in Malta SULTANA Henriette The expansion of the Libyan tourism market and its effect on Malta s tourism industry VASSALLO Vanessa Interpretation methods used in local museums with special reference to the Grandmaster s Palace armoury and state rooms VELLA Diane VELLA Isabelle VELLA Melanie Maritime security in the Maltese tourism industry Evaluating the taxi service in Malta A 4-star hotel s performance management system: acritical analysis ZAHRA Jacqueline The role of Tourism and recreation in marine protected areas

12 2006 AQUILINA Francesca The relevance of continuous professional development (CPD) of front line employees in the hotel industry in Malta ATTARD Esmeralda Marketing Malta in attracting cruise line passengers to experience the destination AZZOPARDI Matthew Safeguarding Malta s Roman Heritage: the role ofthe SPA accommodation sector BREWER Nathalene The culture sensitivity of the Maltese towards their national heritage BUSUTTIL Evicka Labour turnover in the hospitality industry: a case study of the 5-star hotel sector in Malta GIORDMAINA Marthese Foreign English language school students: social and cultural impacts on Maltese society GALEA Carl Bird hunting and tourism in Malta: an analysis of mutual influences SALIBA Luan May Disability issues and the Maltese tourism industry. A case of tourists with impaired hearing

13 VELLA Graziella Regenerating Valletta by night through niche tourism development ZAHRA Andrew Maltese cuisine an analysis of its availability in 5- star hotels in Malta 2007 BALDACCHINO James The role and potential of traditional music in the Maltese cultural tourism product BORG COSTANZI Nicola Sustainable tourism development: the socio-cultural and physical effects in Mdina and Valletta CALLEJA Johanna Triathlon: a potential tourism niche market in Malta? CAMILLERI KAMSKY Rebekah Tomorrow s travellers. Profiling the youth travel market from a Maltese University student perspective.

14 DEGUARA Josephine Skill acquisition and employee commitment in the housekeeping department in the hotel industry DIMECH Elaine Marie The role and potential of traditional costumes in the Maltese tourism industry FARRUGIA Carmel A study of the interactions between visitors, custodians, tourist guides in museums. An evaluation of the services offered. GALEA Andrew An analysis of the risk management practices at AirMalta plc and its major stakeholders GRIXTI Kurt The leisure and recreational facilities in Valletta the present and future vision

15 MANDUCA Rebekah Tourism and leisure: the impacts and views of the local stakeholders in St Julians MICALLEF Lara Conference management in Malta a comparative venue perspective MICALLEF Nicholas Robert An analysis on different geographic market segments for Malta s archaeological sites: their relevance within Malta s heritage and tourism product MIFSUD Marilyn Eco-Certification: Towards a sustainable approach within the hotel industry MIFSUD May Hoteliers perspectives on sustainable tourismdevelopment in Malta MUSCAT Jennifer Unveiling Comino s Eco-Tourism potential: what are the likely impacts of this endeavour? PICCO Maria Wedding Tourism: an evaluation of a potential niche market

16 SAMMUT Lacey Spa and wellness tourism as a niche market in Malta: an analysis VASSALLO Letizia Maltese students experiences on educational andvocational travel: an evaluation VELLA LAURENTI Cora Development or destruction: to what extent should a destination be adapted for tourism? XUEREB Catherine The creation of a church museum at Zurrieq: a tourism potential for the South 2008 AGIUS Roderick Religious Tourism an analysis of its true potential as a niche market in Malta ARCIOLA Andre Politics and Tourism a case study of the Tigne Development project

17 BONNICI Brenda Reconciling differences between EFL students and other tourists BORG MICALLEF Therese Working conditions in Malta s tourism industry BUGEJA Matthew Dark Tourism: tourist motivation for visiting sites associated with World War II BURG Kirsten A comparative study of visitor management strategies in Maltese historic house museums CALLEJA Galeann The reproduction of marketing imagery in tourist photography: a case study of Malta CARUANA Vanessa The marketing aspect of diving schools in the Maltese Islands: an analysis

18 DIMITROVA Sijana The marketing of Malta as a tourist destination in Bulgaria FENECH Tiziana Best practices of service quality in restaurants and guest houses on the Maltese Islands FRENDO Andrea Music concerts as a viable tourist attraction MICALLEF Rendell The tourism impacts on the Maltese Religious Village Feasts MIFSUD Nadine Creating a new tourism zone: an analysis of the South Coast of Malta PETROVA Deyana Catering as part of the tourism product: a critical analysis of the catering sector in Malta PIROTTA Dorianne The socio cultural impacts of coastal tourism development on the residents of St Julians and Marsascala RIZZO Petra The Valletta Waterfront an economic perspective

19 ROCCO Stephanie Sporting Culture: the role of sports tourism in inculcating a sport culture in Malta SAMMUT Robert Catering for female business travellers: a hospitality perspective SANT Francesca An evaluation of Maltese World Heritage Sites and their sustainability SCHEMPP Stephanie The role of NGOs in Malta s Heritage Management Sector TANTI Charlene Rural tourism in Malta: a potential niche market for families with children VELLA George The cruise line industry. Its impacts on the Maltese economy 2009 ATANASOVA Irina Between tourism and (il)legal migration: The Bulgarian experience in Malta AXISA Nicolette Creating opportunities in the tourism industry for those mothers who wish to return to the workforce

20 AZZOPARDI Francelle The influence of Web 2.0 applications on the consumers buying decision process when choosing their destination AZZOPARDI Paul Honey: can this characteristic live to a potential niche in the tourism industry? BALDACCHINO Denise The potential of Malta as a cruise home port given the changing aviation scenario BORG Erika Identifying how the introduction of low cost airlines contributes to or contradicts branding Malta as a quality destination BORG Louisa Prior journey perception and actual experience at destination: the individual traveller experience BORG Sarah BUTTIGIEG Mandy Work and life balance in the tourism industry A value chain analysis within Air Malta s ground handling operations CORTIS Graziella How creative are tourism organisations? A comparative study between the public and private tourism sector in Malta that unveils creative management practises

21 CUTAJAR Charlene Emissions Trading Scheme: impact on air services of a tourism based island economy D AMATO Sarah The importance of branding and images: Malta as an English learning destination DARMANIN Christine Climate change and the tourism industry the case of Malta DIMECH Carla DRENSKA Ianina Visual impacts, perceptions and perspectives Application of the European regulations on the rights of disabled persons and PRM s in MIA and by Air Malta ELLUL BONICI Cheryl The economic relevance of the domestic market for Gozo tourism FALZON BARTHET Amanda Training and career progression in tourism establishments in Malta FARRUGIA Andrea Edward Smartcity@Malta: potential and what the tourism industry can benefit from such a project GRECH Stephanie LIU Yushan Film inspired tourism to Malta The contribution of Chinese culture to Maltese society MAMO Stephanie Developing agritourism through olive oil: the case of Northern Malta

22 MANGION Ramon Defining a tourism education curriculum for primary and secondary schools MICALLEF Ian Investigating the influences which affect the tourist s purchase of timeshare in periods of uncertainty MIFSUD Antoine Human resource management issues in Malta s hospitality industry MIFSUD Eliza NIKOLOVA Galina PODESTA Arthur Aaron Quality food for the village festa: the promotion of Maltese cuisine as a product of cultural tourism The marketing of Bulgaria as a tourist destination in Malta How do yacht marina developments in Malta affect the social, economic and environmental aspects of the surrounding areas? PRUSAKOVA Diana Impact assessment of tourism development on Maltese sandy beaches REFALO Miguel Psychological aspects of labour supply in the Gozo catering sector SALERNO Christian Enhancing the ecotourism potential of the Hagar Qim and Imnajdra Archaeological Park SANT FOURNIER Fabien The social gains and costs of developing a runway in Gozo SCERRI Sarah Airport charges: the EU directive and its impact on destination Malta

23 SLEPNEVA Daria The influence of racism and xenophobia on tourism development: Malta as a case study VELLA Angele Improving hotel business performance through our people. Building HR capability VERNON Petra YANCHEVA Stanka Animals in the tourism industry in Malta The extent to which the 3, 4 and 5-star hotel sector is affected by the changes in the utility tariffs: the case of Malta 2010 ABDILLA Tiffany The effects of tourist photography on host communities ABELA Monique Evaluating hotel service quality and standards a comparative analysis BRIFFA Ruth The role of ambassadors, consulates and Maltese representation offices in tourism BRINCAT Camille The role of Air Malta in the development of the Maltese economy with reference to the tourism industry

24 CASSAR Michael Edward The local culture of fireworks DESIRA Laura Global and local aspects of responsible tourism FARRUGIA Giancarlo Training needs analysis for the hospitality sector, focusing mainly on 5-star hotels FACCIOL Stephen Route development considerations by leisure-based airlines GAUCI Maria Developing a typology of airport shoppers at Malta International Airport GRIMA Christabel Naturalment Malti: How can local food production and consumption promote a sustainable tourism activity? MICALLEF Roberta Real estate tourism in Malta: exploring challenges and opportunities for the way forward by examining the current situation and possibilities MINKOVA Marina Developing the wellness and spa sector in Malta, learning from the Eastern European experience using Bulgaria as a case study

25 PACE Amy Festivals and their roles in enhancing Malta s competitive advantage SAMMUT Luke The importance of employee training to ensure quality service in economy and budget hotels TABONE Lara Contemporary local Artists and the Tourism Industry TANTI Karine Towards a model of local food consumption on trips and holidays to the Maltese Islands VELLA Leanne Examining the elements required for Malta to become a significant destination of dance education XUEREB Tamsin Access for people with disability to tourism heritage sites and attractions ZARB Rodianne Environmental values and response to eco-labels among tourists visiting Malta

26 2011 ATTARD Daniela Mellieha: how thirty years of tourism activity have shaped a rural village ATTARD Stefan Agro-Tourism in the Island of Gozo BORG Daniel Identifying the values and position of Malta through a unified nation brand BACHE David Mdina: authenticity as a tourism product and the impacts of tourism on the residents BORG Joseph The public transport reform in Malta: its impact on tourism experience BRINCAT Alan J. Right direction or wrong track? Malta s tourismdevelopment a critical evaluation

27 GAUCI Anisia Regeneration of Jews Sally Port (Il-Fossa) Valletta GRECH Francesca The Maltese tendency to travel abroad KYURCHEVA Viktoriya Broadening tourism in Gozo: health and wellness sector and the treatments and practices used MICALLEF Antonella Analysing the importance of corporate social responsibility in the organisation of incentive business travel in line with the Malta Tourism Authority s MICE segment policies MIFSUD Angele Analysing how environmentally responsible business is implemented by chain and independent superior hotels: a Malta case study SAMMUT Warren The regeneration of Qormi into a tourism destination: an analysis of the potential socio- economic impacts SEYCHELL Terrene The contribution of casino tourism to the Maltese economy

28 VELLA Veronique Attitudes and perceptions of heritage events as tourism attractions the Cottonera community ZAMMIT Sarah Using human resource development as an instrument to develop customer relationship marketing within the hospitality industry 2012 Abdilla Darlene Bianco Kaya Product suggestion for transit visitors Tourism and the Global Financial Crisis A Malta case study Bianco Marc Marsaskala Regeneration and Sustainable Development Bigeni Maria Analysing the destination image of Gozo from the stakeholders perspective Brehova Aleksandra Attracting the Asian Visitor to Malta: Focus on the Chinese Market Buhagiar Denise An Air Transport Policy for Malta: A stakeholders view

29 Camilleri Danica Cultural Tourism in Malta market analysis and opportunities with particular reference to the locality of Dingli Caruana Maria Valletta European Capital of Culture 2018 In preparation for this event Caruana Nicola Air route development scheme for Malta: lessons learnt Cutajar Michael Tourism Policy for the Maltese Islands : An objective evaluation Cutajar-Davis Cherie Debono Dinah An analysis of the British Tourists motivations: A comparison between the package and the independent visitor An interpretative plan for the Inquisitor s Palace, with a focus on the Prison Cells Farrugia Corinne Community involvement and interaction with relation to small heritage sites Relationship between small heritage sites and the Cospicua Community Galea Daniel Gauci Karl Boutique Hotels in the Maltese Context Enhancing the tourist experience through innovation: A case study on events Grech Janice Living with strong seasonality: Impacts on the hotel industry Grech Julia The use of social media by small and independent hotels in the Maltese Islands

30 Hilsenitz Maike (Radach) Demand Generations in the German outbound travel market: A lesson for Malta Micallef Ann-Marie Gozo as a hub for outdoor sports activities Maltseva Diana Regional Funds Mifsud Alana Sustainable Alternative Tourism in the Maltese Islands: focusing on Active Voluntourism Montesin Laurence Values of Interpretation at Malta s Prehistoric Sites: A case study on Year 5 and Year 6 students Monreal Marvic Classical Music and Opera as a new target segment for Malta s tourism industry Montebello Erika Accessibility Issues in Tourism: The impact of low cost carriers on Malta s tourism policy Palmieri Pamela Exploiting the tourism potential of Russian visitors to Malta Peplow Damien Saliba Andrea The Renovation of Mature Tourism Destination Introducing innovation culture in the hospitality industry: A case study of the high-end hotel sector in Malta

31 Sant Josef Sacred Travel in Malta: A potential niche market for Heritage Malta? Spiteri Marija The importance of wine tourism in Malta Its contribution and ideas for its growth Tolu Cristina Training Employees in Malta s Tourism Industry with reference to Disability Awareness Training Vassallo Bernie To evaluate future Tourism trends (local), and an overview of the necessary resources Vella Maria Moving from a quantity-based tourism industry to one which is more quality oriented: A critical analysis of MTA s marketing strategy Vella Bonnici Marc An analysis of hotel performance based on MHRA Quarterly Surveys Xuereb Gilbert Wedding tourism in Malta a study of the sales and marketing strategies adopted Xuereb Lisa Socio-Economic Impacts of Cruise passengers on Valletta Waterfront and Valletta Retail Outlets Zelbst Sarah Regional branding of the Central Mediterranean Islands: Benefit to the Maltese Islands

32 2013 Aquilina Eleanor The social and economic impact of film tourism on the Maltese Islands Attard Betting The marketing of cultural experiences Malta s potential contribution Attard Kirsty People s perceptions on cruise liner disasters Bartolo Bernice Internal marketing in the hospitality industry: A case study of two 5-star hotels Barzakova Lora The relationship between branding and the selection of hotel accommodation Kristen Borg The potential of organic farming to promote and develop Agritourism in the Island of Malta Bugeja Christopher A case study on Valletta 2018, European Capital of Culture: The branding process and desired effects Camenzuli Greta The relationship between medical tourism and e-marketing in Malta

33 Coleiro Daniel Strategies and method of retention for the Food and Beverage Departments in 5-star hotels in Malta: Employers perspective Camilleri Marouska The Maltese Carnival A unique and authentic tourism product Caruana Francesca The prudence of an environmentally sustainable investment for hotels Debono Karina Gender issues in career opportunities for people in managerial positions in 5-star hotels in Malta Debono Roxanne The effectiveness of social-media marketing as a branding tool for hoteliers Desira Christina Culinary tourism in Malta an emerging concept Dimech Nicole Kim Educational tourism in Malta: An analysis of English Foreign Language (EFl) students motivation, learning preferences and experience Grech James Internet marketing for boutique hotels in Malta

34 Grech Jeanette The changing demands of European tourists in Malta Grima Joanna Wied il-mielah and Wied il-ghasri: a potential attraction for rural tourism in Gozo Grixti Jurgen Marketing Malta as an international football camp destination Kerpic Barbara Visitor perception of public transport (Arriva) in Malta: the experience and accessibility aspects Hartikainen Arvo Determining the optimal distribution mix for hotels Mallia Angele Competency levels within the front-office departments in different 5-star hotels Pulpan Aida The tempting underground. The use of underground spaces of Valletta for heritage tourism experiences Rahunen Mirka Marketing Finland as a tourist destination in Malta

35 Schembri Carla Expenditure patterns of low-cost carrier passengers in Malta Sultana Lucienne The Gozo Citadel area: its attraction for tourists Zhecheva MIrela An analysis of changing patterns of travel: A case study of the outbound travel sector markets in Malta 2014 Alamango, Marie Claire The Introduction of Dark Tourism in Malta: Prisons as a case study Azzopardi, Chantelle "Is the tourism industry in Malta accommodating social tourism Barry, Naomi National airline integration in experiential tourism Buhagiar, Ian Outsourcing Services in 5 star hotels in Malta. Civelli, Kyle Tourism through the gender lens: is the hospitality industry gendered?

36 Cordina, Michael The relationship between hotel-booking engines and 4 star Hotels in Malta. Curmi, Gabrielle Exploring fashion events as a new niche market in Malta's tourism industry Deguara, Matthew The viability of investing in tourist accommodation in the south of Malta Delmar, Isaac The impact of different sexual orientations on the choice of Tourism destinations and activities Desira, Kelly Dimech, Nicholas The Maltese Host Communities' Attitudes towards incoming 'pink' tourism in the safeguarding of their socialcultural identity Examining the cost-effectiveness of online booking vs travel agencies Farrugia, Christian A feasible model for a Civil Aviation Authority in Malta Farrugia, Christopher Farrugia, Daniel How can Business Aviation in Malta become an important niche tourism and contribute more towards the economy? Agritourism in the Island of Malta - a stakeholders' perspective Farrugia, Martina Women's role in the Maltese Tourism Industry, focusing on Arts and Culture

37 Fenech, Anneliese Gafa', Kirsty How does the Tourism Industry enhance gender inequalities and sterotyping through the body image used on the internet? The Development of Fort St. Elmo and Fort St.Angelo for Heritage and Cultural Tourism Galea, Amanda Gail Calibrating Human Resources Recruitment and Selection to Talent Gaps within a 5 star hotel in Malta. Gerardi, Neil Beyond Legislation: A case for the protection of one of Malta's historic shipwrecks Grech, Rebecca Management of Cultural Events in Malta and their impact on the tourism industry Grech, Tiziana Malta's Potential to Develop Rural Tourism Hoft, Larissa Car-Sharing on the Maltese Islands: An analysis of the potential of car-sharing for tourists and locals in Malta Hopkins, Jean The tourism impact on Marsascala over the past 50 years the locals perspective Jurcik, Zuzana Impact of the Business Aviation Industry on the Maltese economy Kirova, Elena The development of alternative travel markets: Adventure travel - the international perspective for Bulgaria

38 Mallia, Annalisa Impacts of Special Events and Festivals on a Destination - Malta Magri, Jessica Heritage Interpretation and Visitor Behaviour in the new Interpretation Centre at the Ggantija Temples Nusheva, Magdalena "Pay as you weigh" - a study exploring the attitudes of Maltese people towards an eventual implementation of a new flight tickets pricing system Rydenfelt, Kati Marketing Malta as Tourist Destination to Finnish Market Sammut, Eugenia Marketing and Sales in Education Tourism. Focusing on EFL Schools in Malta Stubbings, Mireille Gender Roles in Marketing Tourism Spiteri, Clint Sultana, Julie Marie The potential of an autonomous trade union for employees within the hotel and restaurant sector on the Maltese islands. A comparative study of five-star hotel accommodation in the South of France and the Islands of Malta Tanti, Adrian The impact of online content on the visitors' decisions with regards to heritage attraction sites in Malta

39 Tanti, Brendan Malta as a Sports Tourism Destination Zammit, Manuela Promoting the Character of the Maltese Village as Part of a Sustainable Tourism Product: The Case of Gudja 2015 Abela Victoria How does Tourism Brand Marketing Impact on Tourists' Perceptions of Malta? Agius Matthew Attard Sarah E-Sports as a Niche Tourist Attraction: An International Exploratory Study The Impact of Terrorism on Tourism Bianchetti Laura Sustainable impacts of Mega-Events: Travelling to Expo 2015 Bonnici Rachel Burlo' Maria Camilleri Andrew Camilleri Eman Camilleri Frankie The Significance of Exterior Hotel Approach and Lobby Area on Guest Impression. Case Study: Corinthia Palace Hotel, Malta Nature-based tourism in Malta as a potential niche: A gap analysis The Effects of Nightlife Tourism on Crime Rates in the St. Julian's Area The Impact of the Clubbing Industry on Malta's Tourism Activity The Evaluation of the potential benefits and costs associated with the construction of a mooring buoy for cruise liners in Gozo

40 Cassar Franklyn Cassar Martina Ciantar Brown Mearaid D'Anastasi Jolene Ellul Julia Farrugia Gabriella Ivanova Dimitrova Mariya Joseph Olaolu Mathew Lia Alexia Loeffel Jonathan Lofreda Nikita Losco Jacqueline Mangion Claire Miah Sabuj Mifsud Karen International Football Impacts on The Maltese Gozitan Tourism Industry Ethics and corporate social responsibility within 5 star hotels across the Maltese Islands A contemporary evaluation of the regeneration initiatives of Qawra and Bugibba A critical analysis Promotion of cultural identity through Eurovision Song Contest with special reference to Malta The Impacts of Voluntourism on Host Communities The Impacts of Social Media on the Lodging Performance of Five Star Hotels in Malta Tourists' expectation of Service Quality in four and five star hotel accomodation in Sliema and St. Julians, Malta Quality Management in five Star Hotels. A case study: Intercontinental Hotel Malta Permaculture: A Concept. The Benefits and Impacts of Self- Sufficient Alternatives in the Maltese Tourism Structure Growth and Perception of Sailing Tourism for the Islands of Malta An Analysis of Push and Pull Factors of Foreign Tourists travelling to the Maltese Islands The Mediterranean Cruise Industry : Its Impacts on Maltese Cruise Tourism Human Resource Management: An Employee Perspective of the HR Function in the Hotel Industry Malta-Gozo Permanent Link: Perceptions and Implications An Exploratory Study: Sport Tourism for Seniors in Malta

41 Mifsud Martina Montebello Ylenia Naudi Paula Sargent Matthew Schembri Claire Vassallo Vanessa Vella Anna Vella Keziah Voronina Renata Zablocka Elina Zammit Corinne Examining Perceptions and Attitudes towards Maltese Cuisine amongst foreign customers Music Festivals: A Tourism Motivator? A Study of the Isle of MTV in Malta The English Language School Industry in Malta: The Benefits Brought About by Language Schools in Malta - a Social and Emotional Perspective A Cost Benefit Analysis of Air Malta Joining a Global Airline Alliance The Relationship Between User Generated Content and Perceptions of Service Quality and Customer Value The Impact of Culture through performing arts' events on Tourism: The case for Malta and Gozo The Importance of Service Quality in the Airline Industry and its Impact on Customer Satisfaction. A Closer Look at Air Malta plc: Using Service Quality to increase revenue without increasing expenses Branding a City Capital of Culture to Increase Tourism: An Outlook on the V.18 Project Evaluation of Employee Training The Influence of Sicilian Wine on Maltese Wine Tourism Educational Tourism in Malta: ELT Industry in Malta - Gozo's Potential Zammit Francesca The role of social media in marketing the image of destinations

42 2016 Abela Emerson Lee The Socio-Cultural, Environmental and Economic Impact of Tourism Development on Quality of Life: The Case of Bormla Amato Gauci Gilbert The Maltese Islands, an ideal choice for sports events Attard Francesca Influencing factors on Revisit Intention: A case of EFL students in Malta Attard Lorraine The future contribution of medical tourism in the Maltese Islands - Evaluation of key challenges and opportunities Atzori Joscelyn Performing Arts Development in Malta and their Economic Roles in the Tourism Industry Azzuz Ahmed Mohamed Social and Economic Trends within the Tourism Industry: Transition from a tourist into a career searcher in Malta Baldacchino Josef Maltese restaurants serving Maltese food - Are these serving a true Maltese experience? Baldacchino Kathryn Ann The perception tourists have of refugees in Malta Bonello Martina Analysing the significance of wellness facilities on the Maltese population's choice of accommodation

43 Bonnici Ramonia Factors affecting the way travellers select airline carriers when travelling to and from Malta Borg Analise Promoting the Xemxija Heritage trail to Tourists, keeping the trail sustainable and marketable Borg Kylie The tourism impact of Christmas and New Year festive events in Malta Borg Matthew The impact of online social networking sites when choosing a tourism destination Borg Sarah The social impact of the Aviation Industry in Malta Bugeja Dalziel The Implementation of Low Cost Carriers and its Impacts on the Maltese Tourism Industry Camilleri Stephanie A study on Aviation Safety Management and Safety Culture: Case Study Malta Caruana Victoria Jessie The sharing economy and the approach adopted by Malta's hotel industry Catania Chiara The impact of low cost carriers on the Maltese traveller's decision making process Cauchi Neil Promoting Gozo as a quality tourism destination

44 Cauchi Chivu Robert Norman Corina Bianca Medical tourism - a new economic niche The contribution of international students to the VFR tourism market in Malta Ciantar Vincent The English as a foreign language (EFL) Industry in Malta: Motivating the holidaymaking student Curmi Sherise The Emergence of Trends in the Hospitality Industry and their Effect on Hoteliers Debono Deborah Assessing the organic and induced images of the Maltese islands from the perspective of travel bloggers Desira Graziella Accessibility issues and accommodation services in Malta Ellul Darren CHOGM Malta 2015 and its impact on the Maltese economy Farrugia Daniela The Prospects of M-tourism within the Maltese context - Perspectives of Tourists Farrugia Yanika Christian Tourism: Promoting Christian tourism in Malta and Gozo and analysing its impacts Fenech Francesca The Feasibility of Sports Tourism in Malta with reference to the sport of Tennis Fenech Adami Daniel The need, for care and support services for Senior Tourists in Malta and Gozo: An Explanatory study

45 Gaskin Greenaway Adam Christopher Max Spencer Employment Dynamics in the Hotel Sector: A post-recession analysis of Malta An Analytic Hierarchy Process to determine the Potential for Cannabis Tourism Development in Malta Grixti Christa Passengers' Expectations of Airport Service Quality: An Insight into Malta International Airport Huhanantti Katja Helena Attracting tourists from Finland - A focused study of the perceptions Finnish tourists have of the service and attractions of Malta Kravchenko Denis Alexeevich The impact of low cost airlines in the Aviation industry on the Maltese tourism Market: demand on Malta as a tourist destination as a result of introduction to low cost flights to Malta Lateo Nicole Malta as a wedding destination for the LGBT community Leban Florin Analysing souvenir shopping: the case of inland tourists in Malta Mallia Christopher Gender equality, or lack thereof, at managerial level in the local tourism sector Mamo Cefai Sarah The renovation of Strait Street: A past economic income, A potential tourist attraction Matthew Joseph Olaolu The impact of Arab spring on tourism in Malta Mifsud Lisa An anlysis of food festivals as a tool for promoting food tourism in Malta

46 Mifsud Martina A comparison of Maltese outbound tourism expenditure habits for leisure purposes within Europe: Gen X vs Gen Y Muscat Danica Customer Satisfaction of Boutique Accommodation in the Maltese Market Muscat Daniel- Michael The impact of drone footage on tourists' choice of destination and its role in tourism in the foreseeable future. Rapa Margherita The impact of Mass Tourism on the Maltese Environment specifically within St.Julians Sacco Alana Exploring the Growth of Couchsurfing as a New Niche Market Sacco Christina Marie The Contemporary State of Heritage Interpretation in Malta Saliba Krista Bilingualism in Malta and its impact on British tourists Sammut Vincienne Terrorism and Tourism - the perceptions and decisions of potential Maltese tourists regarding conflict-ridden destinations Sciberras George The socio-economic impacts of urban regeneration on tourism business stakeholders in Valletta Shakirova Renata A Service Quality Analysis of English Foreign Language Russian Students - A Malta Case Study Sillato Samuel Archaeological sites and the Natural Environment in Gozo: How do they contribute to Gozo's distinctiveness?

47 Sultana Steve The impact of the Gozo Cottage Industry on Incoming Tourism Vassallo Petra The Contribution of Local Communities to Sustainable Local Tourism Vella Thomas Paul Exploring the Economic, Environmental and Social Impacts in Relation to the Introduction of Superior Luxury Hotels in Malta Visheva Mimi Petkova Religion and Tourism: The Implications of a Potential Burqa Ban on the Maltese Tourism Industry Xerri Corinne Two-Sided coin: Before-and-after visiting Gozo Zammit Christie To analyse the importance of culture tourism, with a special focus on the fine arts and how the local stakeholders are targeting this segment in order to attract more visitors 2016 Ahadov Huseynali Wine Tourism as a Niche Trend. Image of Malta as a Wine Destination Amato James A comparative analysis of visitor preference between boutique hotels and five star luxury hotels in Malta Attard Sara Terrorism and its effects on Maltese Outbound Travel

48 Bianco Jessica Evaluating the growth of the incoming Chinese tourist market and its potential for Maltese tourism. Armand Borg James The Importance of Destination Management Companies in Malta Buhagiar Gianluca The effect of the enhancement in technology on tourist guides Bulteel Rebekah The socio-cultural impact of commercialising the fishing village of Marsaxlokk in relation to tourism Camilleri Alexia Competitive Advantage in the Airline Industry: A Malta case study Camilleri Daniel Exploring the potential of a new niche market of fishing tourism in Malta Camilleri Maria Impacts of Web 2.0 on service quality Camilleri Matthew The impact of smart technology on the modern tourist and the tourism industry Cauchi Ryan The impacts of terrorism on the aviation industry: Analysing the effects on the demand for air transport Caruana Michelle A supply side analysis of the car rental market in Malta Distefano Elena Malta as a destination wedding location Falzon Rita Community Based Tourism: The potential of commercial homes in Siggiewi, Qrendi, Mqabba and Zurrieq. Farrugia Maria Does the demand of airport's facilities meet the customer satisfaction?

49 Farrugia- Coleiro Stephanie-Jade Introducing dance tourism to the Maltese Islands Fenech Alexia-Marie Guided tours - quality characteristics Fenech Luisa Analysing the disparity between the demand and supply of local labour in Malta's hospitality industry Fink Maximilian An Analysis of Sustainable Transportation in the Maltese Tourism Sector Fiteni Maria Bringing a city to life: A unique event held in the victorious city Gambin Stephanie Does sport-related investment contribute to tourism development? Gauci Clive Are Maltese Football Clubs capable of accommodating foreign football clubs' training camps? Grima Ilona The analysis of maintaining sustainability within the LGBTIQ wedding industry Korolkov Danil Scuba diving industry as a niche market and a destination stimulus. Case study of Malta Lenicker Petra Branding a wedding tourist destination: An insight into wedding planners' outlook and practices in Malta Magro Michaela Analyzing yachting tourism in the Maltese Islands as a potential market Mallia Nicole Innovation for Maritime tourism product development in the Maltese Islands

50 Marmara Stacey Factors leading to the increasing trend of wedding tourism in Malta Meli Jessica The influence of online tourist user-generated content on customers when choosing a holiday destination Micallef Amy More or better? Moving from a quantity based tourism product to one which is more quality oriented Micallef Lara Analyzing the future potential of developing luxury tourism in the Maltese Islands Mifsud Julian Filmed induced tourism through television series Muscat Amy The potential of dark tourism in Malta. Taking the catacombs as a case study Moyo Victoria Urban spaces: A study of the impact of spatial configuration on tourists Pace Rebecca This study aims in distinguishing between the Perception of the Service Quality Level Expected by the Guests and the Actual Service Provided by the Front Office Department of a Four Star Superior Hotel in Malta Sammut Claire Outbound Tourism in Malta- A Study of Consumers' Booking Preference Sammut Gian Carlo The internet revolution: The internet effect on travel agencies in Malta. The comparison between travel agencies and online websites Schembri Luke Malta as the perfect place for the TEFL Industry - A student's perspective

51 Scorfna Yasmine An Evaluation of the Cruise Industry in Malta Spiteri Leanne Re-enacting Strada Stretta: an exercise in tourism promotion Sullivan Luisa An analysis of family businesses in the Maltese Tourism Market. A case study of Legacy Business in Travel Tabone Charlon Analysing Gozo's potential as an agro-tourism destination Vassallo Maria The Origin and Development of British tourism in Malta: From Independence to Present Day Vella Analise The future of the vacation ownership industry in the Maltese Islands Walls Ayrton The importance of English Language Schools in Malta: A stakeholder's Analysis William Tulbert Cosmos Is Malta a potential golf tourism destination? Xuereb Christine The relationship between low cost carriers and low cost accommodation Xuereb Said Nigel The Impact of Migration on Tourism Employment in Malta Zammit Jessica Marie Researching work life balance for women in the tourism industry Zammit Lourdes Exploring monastic experiences: A case study on St.Augustines Monastery in Victoria, Gozo Zurcher Sara Catering for the Needs of Chinese Tourists in Switzerland

52 2015 MasterChef Diploma Aquilina Jimmy Bonnici Christopher Borg Luke Cauchi Michael Debono Guido Degabriele Aaron Koruk Veli Vella Roderick Is chocolate a blessing or a blight? Are there any health benefits in the consumption of chocolate? How feasible is it to produce gluten-free flour products within the service industry? The impact of French cuisine on the Mediterranean kitchen Maltese Cuisine: What factors indicate the existence of a local cuisine? Cow's Milk Consumption: benefits, controversies and possible detriment to health Sweets and Desserts on the Maltese Market. What are the preferences of the locals and do we have a standard and tradition? Turkish Coffee Culture in Turkey The Value of Local Pork and what more could be done to make the best of it? 2016 Bernard Micallef Food, not simply a daily commodity. Or is it? Janice Germani Robert Saccasan Does a food photograph communicate the chef's creation to the consumer? Maltese children eating out, key influences on their choices.

53 Master of Arts In Cultural Sustainability and Tourism 2016 Alamango Marie Claire Bonnici Buttigieg Amanda Caruana Jane Tanti Brendan Kurt Cassar Experiental Tourism: Marsaxlokk as a Case Study Film Tourism: Study on how firms can be further used to promote niche tourism Self-guided cultural heritage walks in rural Malta: A tourism product to safeguard local rural heritage Investing in a sustainable cultural heritage. How EU and other funds help Malta safeguard its collection of fortifications Victoria, Gozo; A Walk Through the Holy Week Museum

54 MA IN TOURISM DISSERTATIONS 2012 Abdilla Tiffany A systematic profiling of restaurant users based on different demographics Calleja Henriette Cultural Identity and Transition: The impact of a developing tourism industry on the Maltese cultural identity in the last 40 years ( ): A case study in Mellieha Farrugia Celine The impact of Tourism on the community of Marsalforn: A villagers perspective Galea Andrew Creating a Risk Management Plan for the local UNESCO World Heritage Sites managed by Heritage Malta: an evaluation of the current practices and the possible way forward Patiniott Angele Why Malta? Malta Cruise Tourism and the Visitor s Perspective

55 2013 Ciantar Carmen Motivation of Employees and the Influence on Service Quality: The case of the Palace Hotel, the Victoria Hotel and the George Grech Angelo Mass Tourism and Eco-certified Hotels: their impact on the Maltese environment Maggi Alexia Destination Gozo: Myth or Reality? A Service provider perspective Mallia Philip Malta s relationship with its biodiversity: an attraction or adeterrent to the eco tourist Mercieca Ryan A country defined by its Region: Gozo the brand that Malta should have been Mifsud Clare Human Resource Development in the Maltese Tourism Sector: A tourism education leading to a good quality work force in the Maltese tourism industry? Navarro Caroline The Potential of Yacht Racing as Niche Tourism: A case Study of the Rolex Middle Sea Race 2013 Sammut Warren Identifying and Developing a Core Village into a Tourist Destination: The Case of Zejtun

56 Schlossbauer Sandy MICE: Destination success factors and image attributes 2014 Buhagiar Denise Medical Tourism in Malta: Fact of Fiction? Cutajar Davis Cherie The use of photography by the contemporary tourist Fenech Attard Maria The Dynamic of safety on the perception of Malta as a language learning destination Grech Janice The Feasibility of an airport hotel in a small island country: Malta as a case study Palmieri Pamela Climate Change: Impacts on the Maltese Tourism and Hospitality industry: reflections, responses and repercussions Toroi Pasi Peter The impact of guest satisfaction on expenditure: Case study of a 5 start hotel in Malta

57 M.Phil Degree Mr. Julian Zarb The Process and Implementation of Tourism Planning at Local Level with Reference to some established Destinations in Malta Ph.D. Degree Dr Noel Buttigieg Towards the rediscovery of Maltese Bread: The Maltese Panivour Dr Dane Munro Contextualising Fulfilment in Faith-Based Tourism to Malta within the Pilgrim-Tourist Dichotomy