World Tourism Day
World Tourism Day, celebrated annually on September 27, is an opportunity to reflect on what traveling means to us. For
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Sustainable Tourism
Enhancing Destinations: The Role of Local Products in Sustainable Tourism
Sustainable tourism is more than a trend—it is a necessary evolution of the travel industry. At its core, sustainable tourism
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Wilderness-Friendly Travel
15 Simple Tips to Reduce Your Climate Impact Travelling sustainably doesn’t have to be complicated. Even small, conscious choices can
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Is There Such a Thing as Ethical Wildlife Tourism?
Thinking about a wildlife adventure on your next trip? You’re not alone! Wildlife tourism is incredibly popular, but it also
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Wilderness Sanitation Solutions
Celebrate World Toilet Day! Discover how smart sanitation protects wilderness, supports communities, and makes outdoor adventures better.
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The Debate on Zoos: Conservation Heroes or Animal Prisons?
Zoos have always been a subject of both interest and debate. For some, they play a crucial role in conserving
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Does Sustainable Tourism Truly Exist?
Sustainable tourism aims to reduce the negative impact of travel while protecting the environment and local cultures. However, with the increasing demand for international travel and challenges like overtourism and carbon emissions, true sustainability in tourism is hard to achieve. The COVID-19 pandemic gave the industry a brief pause, but with travel rebounding quickly, it’s clear that tourism isn’t going away. The key is choosing the most sustainable options to protect destinations for future generations.
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Dublin: 2024 European Capital of Smart Tourism
SMARTOUR or the SMART Tourism Skills Initiative ERASMUS+ project is contributing to the further SMART tourism development. The main objective
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SMARTOUR Workshop In Austria
European Wilderness Society have organised successful SMARTOUR workshop in Linz, Austria. More than 30 participants have jointed this second Smart
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Celebrate World Tourism Day-2023
Since 1980 on 27th of September the World Tourism Day is traditionally celebrated. The Day was launched by the United
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From Aphrodite’s Birthplace to Smart Tourism Hub: Experiencing Pafos’ Unique Charms
In the framework of the SMARTOUR Erasmus+ project European Wilderness Society continues informing you about Smart and sustainable initiatives. One of them
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Sustainable Transformation: Seville’s Journey to Smart Tourism Excellence
In the framework of the SMARTOUR Erasmus+ project European Wilderness Society continues informing you about Smart and sustainable initiatives. One
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Kranj’s Path to Becoming a European Destination of Excellence
In the framework of the SMARTOUR Erasmus+ project European Wilderness Society continues informing you about Smart and sustainable initiatives. One
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Apply for European Capital of Smart Tourism or Green Pioneer Award!
Smart tourism is becoming more in demand in Europe. Now cities and municipalities can submit their application for an EU
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Transhumance in Stilf Valley, Italian Alps
Transhumance is a form of pastoralism or nomadism organized around the migration of livestock. The animals are moving between mountain pastures
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The Mayan Train – Environment or Economy?
Controversy: the construction of an environmentally friendly transport method destroys the environment. Mexico – stereotypically the land of cacti, tacos
Read MoreSmart tourism workshop in Austria
Smartourism is becoming more and more popular and needed nowadays. Adaptation to new challenges and demands, digitalization, cultural heritage and
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Happy World Tourism Day!
On 27 of September we celebrate World Tourism Day. One of the modern directions of the tourism is Smart Tourism.
Read MoreSMARTOUR project updates
On 12th and 13th of July partners of the SMARTOUR Erasmus+ project met in the touristic Slovakian town Banska Bystrica to discuss project progress and future steps
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Which city is going to become the Capital of Smart Tourism in 2023?
On 1 June 2022, the first phase of the European Capitals of Smart Tourism 2023 competition was officially closed. 29 cities
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