As part of the Blueslinks project, funded under the Italy-Croatia 2021-2027 Program. \u2013 The First Call for standard projects, Priority 1.2 \u201cSustainable growth in the blue economy,\u201d will organize 2 information events (INFO DAYS) on key topics for promoting innovation, growth, and specialization for the fishing tourism cluster (pescaturismo e ittiturismo). This will be followed by advisory activities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the project activity titled ACT. 2.3 Info Day and Exchange of Innovative Services for Jobs in Fisheries, Tourism, and SMEs.\n\nTranslated with DeepL.com (free version)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The first information day was held in Cesenatico in March, and the second will be held in the city of Lecce on May 15, in the presence of Italian partners and small and medium-sized enterprises, while Croatian partners and companies will participate in the event online. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
We are continuing with information events (Info Days), which will be organized to promote innovation, growth, and specialization in the fishing tourism cluster (pescaturism and ittiturism). This will be followed by targeted advisory activities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as part of activity ACT.2.3 \u2013 Info Day and Exchange of Innovative Services for Fisheries Tourism and SMEs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Research conducted among stakeholders and service centers, together with participatory processes in the early stages of the project, identified gaps in knowledge and skills that limit the development potential of the fishing tourism sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The objectives of the Info Day and advisory activities are:
\u25cf Resolving key problems identified within the cluster
\u25cf Providing MSPs with tools and guidelines to reduce environmental impact, improve social responsibility, and strengthen reputation with customers and stakeholders.
\u25cf Supporting MSPs in developing destination management plans, community-based tourism initiatives, and sustainable seafood certifications
\u25cf Introduction of digital platforms and crowdfunding opportunities to promote business growth and competitiveness<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What to expect:<\/strong>
\u25cf Modules led by industry experts nominated by the project partners
Topics include sustainable business practices, destination management, community-based initiatives, digital tools for tourism, sustainable seafood certification, and crowdfunding platforms.
\u25cf Advisory service \u2013 One-Stop-Shop \u2013 the opportunity to request personalized counseling from an industry expert on a topic of interest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n