GreenComp4Hosts

🌍✈️ GreenComp4Hosts goes to Italy! On November 13th and 14th, the GC4H partnership held the project’s second transnational project meeting in the beautiful city of Verona, Italy, hosted by the ENAIP Veneto vocational education and training centre of Verona. The partners arriving from Portugal, Spain, Greece, and France gathered for a fruitful meeting in which the results of the research phase (WP2) were discussed and future tasks were planned together. 🤝 The hospitality of ENAIP’s Verona centre added extra value to the meeting: a teacher and four students of the hospitality course offered an insightful overview of VET tourism training in Italy and shared their experiences with internships, showing how they contribute to raising skilled and updated future professionals 👩🎓👨🎓. Partners also enjoyed exploring Verona for a stroll or a morning run, discovering a city rich in history and stunning architecture. 🏛️ 🏃 Now, they are all ready to continue their work in their home countries! 🌟 Stay tuned See you again in Greece in 2025! 🗓️🌿 #greencomp4hosts #sustainability #sustainabletourism #digitalsustainability #ENAIPVeneto #VocationalEducationandTraining

🌍 7 Vital Technology Trends for Small Hotels 🌍 Technology managed to get a firm foothold within today’s fast-evolving hospitality landscape. Indeed, numerous hotels believe that technology will have the biggest impact on their business in the years to come. Still, it can be more challenging for small businesses to adopt such innovation for many reasons and that is why they have been slower than most in adopting new technology, although it is crucial for them to stay competitive. This digitalisation represents a powerful tool for effectiveness both for hotels and customers. Key trends such as cloud-based property management systems for streamlined operations, mobile check-ins for enhanced guest convenience, and energy-efficient smart devices that reduce environmental impact will make it easier to run businesses in every aspect, will help save time and money and foster better relationships with customers. Additionally, tools like automated revenue management, contactless payments, and AI-driven guest communications help improve efficiency, while digital marketing strategies ensure better visibility. Adopting these technologies not only enhances guest experiences but also boosts sustainability and profitability for smaller properties. Yet, it can be a challenge to select relevant tools among all the technologies emerging, that is why you can discover 7 viral trends selected by the Little Hotelier that are relevant for small business by just clicking here : https://lnkd.in/dB2_tNTP #HospitalityTech #SustainableHotels #TechTrends #SmallHotels #greencomp4hosts #sustainability #sustainabletourism #digitalsustainability

🌍 Empowering Sustainable Tourism Through Digital Skills! 🌱 The tourism industry’s shift towards sustainability relies heavily on digital skills! 🌐 From big data to AI-driven solutions, digital technologies are not only reducing tourism’s environmental impact, but also creating a high demand for skilled professionals. UNESCO emphasizes the need for specialized training: “the tourism industry urgently requires digital competencies.” VET institutions must rise to the challenge, equipping the workforce with the digital tools to lead the future of sustainable tourism! Want to learn more about how digital skills are helping to reshape the tourism industry towards sustainability, and which role can VET providers have in this transformation? Head to the UNESCO article “Green and digital skills for hospitality and tourism: from industry trends to competencies within TVET “ at the following link: https://lnkd.in/gzZwXHja 💡🌿 #greencomp4hosts #sustainability #digitalsustainability #sustainabletourism #VET #SustainableTourism #DigitalSkills #VET #GreenTravel #UNESCO #DigitalTransformation

🌍 Empowering Sustainable Tourism Through Digital Skills! 🌱 The tourism industry’s shift towards sustainability relies heavily on digital skills! 🌐 From big data to AI-driven solutions, digital technologies are not only reducing tourism’s environmental impact, but also creating a high demand for skilled professionals. UNESCO emphasizes the need for specialized training: “the tourism industry urgently requires digital competencies.” VET institutions must rise to the challenge, equipping the workforce with the digital tools to lead the future of sustainable tourism! Want to learn more about how digital skills are helping to reshape the tourism industry towards sustainability, and which role can VET providers have in this transformation? Head to the UNESCO article “Green and digital skills for hospitality and tourism: from industry trends to competencies within TVET “ at the following link: https://lnkd.in/gzZwXHja 💡🌿 #greencomp4hosts #sustainability #digitalsustainability #sustainabletourism #VET #SustainableTourism #DigitalSkills #VET #GreenTravel #UNESCO #DigitalTransformation

🍃 Sustainable Tourism Starts with VET 🚀 To create a more sustainable future in the tourism sector, we need to begin by changing how we train our professionals. Updating VET (Vocational Education and Training) curricula is essential to equip future tourism workers with the skills and knowledge to protect our planet. By integrating sustainability practices—such as eco-friendly operations, cultural preservation, and responsible travel principles—into tourism training, we can foster a generation of professionals who are ready to lead the change towards greener, more responsible tourism. The #greencomp4hosts project aims at being part of the change – we are getting started by assessing the vocational education and training offer in the tourism sector in Portugal, Spain, Italy, France and Greece! #greencomp4hosts #sustainability #digitalsustainability #sustainabletourism #VET

Transforming Tourism: How Digital Innovation and Shared Learning Can Lead Europe’s Sustainable Future The growing importance of sustainable tourism in Portugal, and across Europe, is closely tied to the need for a cross-national diagnosis that involves different countries, professionals, educators, and a detailed analysis of various sustainability programs already in place. Sustainable tourism cannot be approached in isolation within each country, as tourism is inherently international and interconnected, particularly within the European Union, where many destinations share tourist flows. To ensure that best practices are applied consistently and effectively, it is essential to create a common learning platform that offers a coordinated European response, involving all stakeholders in the sector. Tourism professionals, policymakers, and educators play a crucial role in implementing sustainable tourism policies and adapting to new digital demands. It is vital that these groups are aligned with a shared understanding of the challenges and opportunities of sustainable tourism. This requires a thorough analysis of existing programs in different countries, comparing their results and identifying best practices that can be replicated and adapted. Moreover, these case studies and best practices serve as the foundation for designing training programs aimed at all actors within the tourism sector. By learning from real-world examples, professionals can develop the skills necessary to implement sustainable strategies more effectively, ensuring that sustainable tourism becomes the norm rather than the exception. A common platform would also be essential for the digital transition in sustainable tourism, serving as a centralized repository of data, case studies, and educational tools to help standardize practices. This collaborative approach would allow for more efficient responses to regional needs and promote the decentralization of tourism to less-explored areas, both in Portugal and other European countries. The exchange of experiences and knowledge between countries with different levels of maturity in sustainable tourism strengthens the sector's ability to respond and facilitates the adoption of innovative solutions. Furthermore, this platform could provide continuous training and development for all tourism stakeholders, ensuring they are equipped to handle the evolving demands of sustainability and digital transformation. Finally, the creation of a shared European response in sustainable tourism would ensure that efforts are not fragmented but coordinated to maximize positive environmental, social, and economic impacts. The cross-national diagnosis and collaboration between various countries and tourism professionals, supported by a common digital platform, would not only ensure more balanced tourism in Portugal but also strengthen Europe's position as a global leader in sustainable tourism.

🌍 Advance Sustainable Tourism with the GreenComp Framework 🌿 We are pleased to share our latest article on the GreenComp Framework, developed as part of the GreenComp4Hosts project. This article highlights the framework's significance in advancing sustainable tourism practices. The Greencomp4hosts project, an Erasmus+ initiative co-financed by the European Union, is constituted by a consortium of partners: ANESPO - Associação Nacional de Escolas Profissionais INOVA+ Cámara de Comercio Industria y Servicios de Cáceres eupaideia ENAIP Veneto EURAKOM Read the full article to learn about its alignment with the European Green Deal and its role in the GreenComp4Hosts project. https://lnkd.in/gPJVFAGK Follow us for the latest updates and insights on fostering a more sustainable tourism sector. GreenComp4Hosts #sustainability #greencomp #erasmusplusproject #tourism #SME

🚀 Introducing GreenComp4Hosts! We are thrilled to announce our Erasmus+ project aimed at integrating the GreenComp into VET tourism curricula and offering flexible upskilling opportunities. Our mission? To empower tourism SMEs, especially micro-enterprises, and both current and future tourism professionals, on their journey towards sustainable tourism. 💪 🎯 Primary Targets: a) Current and future tourism professionals b) VET providers, educators, trainers working on tourism and sustainability-related curricula and programs 🎯 Secondary Targets: a) VET institutions, Adult education and HEI, youth organizations, tourism associations, consulting companies, destination management agencies b) Policy makers and public bodies at the national and EU level 🌿 Join us in shaping a greener future for tourism! #GreenComp4Hosts #ErasmusPlus #SustainableTourism #GreenSkills #TourismEducation #Sustainability #VET #EmpowerTourismProfessionals #EcoTourism

🌟 We are thrilled to announce that Project GreenComp4Hosts is now LIVE on social media! 🌿📢 GreenComp4Hosts aims to integrate the GreenComp framework into VET (Vocational Education and Training) tourism curricula. Our goal is to empower tourism SMEs (Small and Medium Enterprises) on their transition pathway towards digital and sustainable tourism. Follow our upcoming posts to: - Learn about the project's objectives and initiatives. - Discover how GreenComp is being incorporated into VET tourism programs. - Stay updated on the latest developments and success stories. - Find practical tips and resources for sustainable and digital tourism practices. Let's make a positive impact on the tourism industry and our planet together! 💚 #GreenComp4Hosts #Sustainability #EcoFriendly #GreenProject #SustainableTourism #DigitalTourism Join the movement and follow us for more exciting updates! 🚀