Ruta FontesRuta Fontes is a dedicated Ph.D. student specializing in Tourism at Aveiro University. With a passion for exploring the fascinating world of travel and leisure, she has delved deep into the realm of tourism behavior and spatiotemporal tracking. Ruta' academic journey has been marked by a commitment to research excellence, with numerous publications including papers and book chapters. Her academic pursuits extend beyond the classroom, as she has actively contributed to European projects as a diligent researcher. These experiences have provided her with a broader perspective and a global outlook on tourism and its impacts. Ruta is driven by a desire to uncover the intricate dynamics that shape tourist behaviors and to employ cutting-edge spatiotemporal tracking techniques to understand and optimize the tourist experience. Through her work, she aims to make valuable contributions to the field of tourism, ultimately enhancing our understanding of how people explore and engage with the world. Read More Read Less