Deadline: 31 October 2023
The Cultural DeTour consortium announces the launch of the Cultural DeTour Accelerator (CDTA) Program.
This 6-month acceleration initiative aims to empower small or early-stage sustainable cultural tourism businesses in Greece, Spain, or Slovenia to scale up and thrive in an ever-evolving market. The CDTA Program will select 30 innovative teams to participate in a journey of growth and learning, starting in January 2024.
Emphasizing new business models, digitalization, technology, and sustainability through the Earth-Centered Design Methodology, the program promises to equip participants with the necessary competencies to flourish in the sustainable cultural tourism industry.
The Cultural DeTour Accelerator Program offers an unparalleled opportunity for sustainable cultural tourism businesses to gain valuable insights, develop critical skills, and form strategic partnerships. The CulturalDe Tour Project is funded by the Creative Europe programme of the European Union. The Cultural DeTour consortium, consisting of three partners from three countries, is committed to fostering innovation and sustainability in the cultural tourism sector through its transformative programs.
What the Programm Offers?
- Four national workshops in each participating country’s language
- Two transnational workshops for cross-border insights and collaboration
- Five hours of individual mentoring on sustainability business modeling
- Access to industry experts for personalized guidance and advice
- Thematic courses and webinars by partner organizations
- Networking opportunities for best practice sharing
Duration
- Launch of the CDT Acceleration Program: January 2024
- End of the CDT Acceleration Program: June 2024
Who can Apply?
- The Cultural DeTour Accelerator Program welcomes SMEs and early-stage sustainable cultural tourism businesses based in Greece, Spain, and Slovenia, operating within the cultural tourism sector.
For more information, visit Cultural DeTour.