Space for Smart Tourism

Funder: ESA

Award: Up to €75,000

Deadline: 2027-02-04

Region: Europe

Activity: Kick-Start. The Opportunity Tourism is one of Europe's most important economic sectors, contributing significantly to employment, regional development and economic growth. Following the recovery of international travel since COVID-19, destinations across Europe are experiencing increasing visitor numbers while facing growing pressure to manage tourism sustainably, enhance visitor experiences and protect natural and cultural assets. Destinations, tourism operators and public authorities are looking for innovative digital solutions that support more efficient tourism management, improve visitor services and help balance economic growth with environmental and social sustainability. Challenges such as overtourism, seasonal demand fluctuations, congestion, accessibility, environmental impact and changing traveller expectations require new approaches supported by reliable data and real-time insights. At the same time, visitors increasingly expect personalised, seamless and digital