Review Studies on Smart Destinations:

A Critical and Integrative Analysis of Literature

Abstract

Smart Destination [SD] has recently become a prominent topic in tourism’s literature. In this context, this critical and integrative review aims to analyze previous literature review studies on SD. The journals the articles were published, authorship, countries, institutional affiliation, recurring topics, and gaps in knowledge were evaluated. Regarding the methodology two mappings of articles were published in the Web of Science and Scopus databases. Following pre-established criteria, we selected ten articles published between 2017-2023. The articles were examined by content analysis with the help of Nvivo software. The articles were published by 25 authors in 10 different journals, focusing on the area of Tourism, and the production analyzed is concentrated in Spain. While articles in English emphasize sustainability and management, those in Spanish prioritize SD models. Future research could explore modern technologies, implementation of deeper sustainable approaches, greater attention to accessibility, and comparative studies on DTIs across different regions and cultures. The trends envisioned in the production of knowledge on the subject point to a growing integration of technology and sustainability, with a focus on improving the tourist experience and efficient resource management.