The European Capital of Smart Tourism and European Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism Awards recognise outstanding achievements in smart and sustainable tourism.
PANTOUR is a follow-up project of NTG (Next Tourism Generation Skills Alliance). The consortium aims especially at designing innovative and cooperative solutions to address skills needs in the tourism ecosystem.
This themed collection of articles will showcase the most significant and forward-looking research advancing accessibility, inclusion, and equity across the global tourism system.
Nearly 7 in 10 people with disabilities consider that they are discriminated against when flying. These are the stark findings of the 9th Human Rights Report from the European Disability Forum (EDF): “Rights Delayed: Air Travel for Passengers with Disabilities”.
Passengers with Reduced Mobility (PRMs), including persons with disabilities (PWDs), have the right to travel in comfort, safety and dignity. The EU-Funded project, INCLAVI - Inclusive Aviation, is rolling out 40 free, online training courses for professionals and students on how to serve these travellers, contributing to accessible travel for all, in Europe and beyond.
"Dyslexic Thinking delivers the skills the co-intelligence economy demands. The Return on Dyslexic Thinking should give every workplace a financial imperative to harness these skills. Leading companies aren’t asking if they should empower dyslexic talent, but
how fast".
Kate Griggs, Founder, Made By Dyslexia.
"Everyone in the European Union must be able to enjoy their rights, including the right to move freely. Our transport systems must make it easy for everyone to access essential services, including air travel, in a fair and inclusive way." Apostolos Tzitzikostas, EU Commissioner for Sustainable
Transport and Tourism, from the Foreword to the Report.
