‘Dark Tourism’: Definitions and Research Parameters  
 
Abstract         
This paper reveals the key themes and issues of dark tourism as both a research concept as well as an empirical practice. The paper offers a rudimentary outline of the main research themes, issues and consequences of dark tourism, as well as stating a definition of the term. Ultimately, the paper provides an overview of dark tourism as a contested concept, as well as an academic lens in which to scrutinize ‘difficult heritage’. 
 
Suggested Citation: Stone, P.R. (2017) ‘Dark Tourism’: Definitions and Research Parameters. Current Issues in Dark Tourism Research. Vol 1 (1), Issue No: C0003-2017-PS, [Available at www.dark-tourism.org.uk].