Seasonal work in the Italian tourism industry: a systematic literature review

This systematic literature review examines seasonal work in the Italian tourism industry, a sector that is crucial to the country’s economy. It aims to synthesise research on the characteristics, challenges, and implications of seasonal work, focusing on both tourism workers and businesses. By analysing the academic literature on the topic, this review highlights the gaps in current research and suggests areas for further investigation, including job quality and working practices, entrepreneurial issues and new market segments. Research on seasonal work can inform policies aimed at mitigating the negative impacts of seasonality on the tourism industry and local economies.