Loredana Dinu *, Gabriel Dinu
Babes-Bolyai University, Faculty of Economics and Business Administration
P-ta Traian Vuia, No. 1-4, Resita, Romania
* Corresponding author. E-mail: loredana.dinu@ubbcluj.ro
Robotica & Management, Vol. 30, No. 2, pp. 58-62
DOI: https://doi.org/10.24193/rm.2025.2.11
Abstract: This study examines how robotics and artificial intelligence transform smart tourism into RoboDestinations. Findings show that human–robot collaboration enhances efficiency, safety, and personalization while introducing ethical and managerial challenges. The results highlight that successful implementation depends on balancing technological innovation with human-centered, sustainable, and responsible management.
Keywords: RoboDestinations, Smart Tourism, Industry 5.0, Service Robots, Tourism Management.
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