Tourism is a delicate sector, vulnerable to external forces beyond its control. Climate change and health crises, for instance, can devastate the sector, jeopardizing millions of jobs across the EU. Rural tourism, however, offers a beacon of hope.
By fostering innovation, promoting local culture, and creating new partnerships, it can revitalize rural economies. To fully capitalize on this potential, we must equip our workforce with the necessary skills to navigate the green and digital transitions. EXTOR is committed to addressing this challenge by providing innovative learning solutions and creating attractive job opportunities in rural areas, inspiring young people to build a future in their home communities.
The EXTOR project has unveiled its first milestone, an Interactive Map that promises to improve connections in rural tourism by providing a centralised, geo-localized resource showcasing success stories and trends across Europe. This innovative tool is now live and accessible to entrepreneurs, professionals, and stakeholders in rural tourism, inviting active participation to shape the present of this vital sector.
A resource for inspiration and growth
The Interactive Map is a product of in-depth research, rooted in national needs analyses conducted by EXTOR’s partners. By summarising key national trends in rural tourism and the corresponding vocational education and training (VET) offers, the map provides a comprehensive overview of what’s working and where opportunities lie. Whether you’re an established entrepreneur or a newcomer to rural tourism, this tool is your gateway to understanding the dynamics of the industry.
What makes the EXTOR Interactive Map unique?
- Geo-localised Insights: the map highlights success stories in rural tourism across various regions, offering tangible examples of what’s thriving in different cultural and economic contexts.
- Trend Summaries: stay informed with up-to-date trends, from innovative tourism products to sustainability-focused practices tailored to rural areas.
- VET Opportunities: discover educational resources and training programs designed to empower professionals in developing competitive and sustainable tourism offerings.
Why you should get involved
Rural tourism is more than a growing market; it’s a cornerstone of sustainable and development, preserving local cultures, boosting economies, and fostering community connections. The EXTOR Interactive Map provides a clear path for professionals to contribute to and benefit from this vibrant sector.
By participating, you can:
- Showcase Your Success: Add your story to the map to inspire others and gain visibility within a Europe-wide network.
- Learn and Innovate: Leverage real-world examples and training resources to refine your tourism offerings.
- Collaborate: Connect with like-minded professionals, forming partnerships that can elevate your business and community.
Call to action: join the EXTOR Movement!
EXTOR is more than a project—it’s a call to action for entrepreneurs, professionals, and educators to collaborate and shape the future of rural tourism together. Explore the Interactive Map, share your insights, and embrace the opportunity to lead innovation in this dynamic field.
Visit the EXTOR Interactive Map today: Interactive Map
Make your mark on rural tourism by joining this inspiring initiative!
EXTOR – Experiential tourism for sustainable rural development is cofunded by INAPP – National Agency for Erasmus+ born from the collaboration of several organisations:
- LAND Impresa Sociale (coordinator, Italy)
- INFODEF (Spain)
- DieBerater (Austria)
- Einurd (Iceland)
- CSI – Center for Social Innovation (Cyprus)
- OTC – Olypic Training & Consulting (Greece)
- CANDIDE (Belgium)
For further information about EXTOR, please contact Aurelia Schera, aurelia.schera@impresasocialeland.org.