Tourism in Europe is evolving rapidly, and with it, the need for new skills to tackle sustainability challenges and drive innovation in the field. The EU Funded WeNaTour project responds to these needs with highly specialised training pathways and networking opportunities for students and tourism professionals. As a project partner, IMC University of Applied Sciences Krems (IMC Krems) plays a key role in the implementation of this Europe-wide initiative.
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New Skills for Sustainable Tourism in Europe
The WeNaTour Alliance is a European network for sustainable tourism destination management, bringing together experts, innovators, and passionate professionals. By joining the Alliance, members gain access to a living library of exclusive resources, networking opportunities, and international and professional collaborations. Members will also benefit from access to best practices and case studies, insights into emerging markets, and the opportunity to showcase their own success stories, gaining visibility through the project.
WeNaTour’s comprehensive training offer combines flexible online learning, immersive field experience, and vocational training, equipping participants with the skills needed to excel in sustainable tourism destination management.
● E-Learning Course: "Sustainable Tourism: Welfare, Nature, and Innovation in Tourism". Hosted by the University of Padua, this self-paced online course starts in April 2025 and is designed for students and professionals looking to gain expert insights into the latest trends in sustainable tourism. With high-quality content and flexible learning options, participants can study at their own pace. Pre-enrolment is now open!
● Specialization Programme: Intensive On-the-Ground Training. In September 2025, 20 top students from the E-Learning Course will be selected to join an exclusive two-week Specialization School in Italy and Austria. This immersive field experience provides hands-on training in leading sustainable tourism destinations, supported by Erasmus+ mobility grants.
● Local VET Courses. For individuals transitioning into tourism careers, WeNaTour will offer Technical Vocational Education and Training (VET) Courses in Ireland and Austria, delivered by local project partners.
Not sure about enrolling yet to the E-Learning Course?
Join our free webinar series on Sustainable Destination Management, running from April to May 2025. These sessions offer a first insight into the programme and a deeper understanding of key sustainable tourism topics.
Pre-enrol now and start your journey in sustainable tourism! Visit www.wenatour.eu/learn
About WeNaTour
WeNaTour is a European initiative funded by the Erasmus+ Programme designed to equip students and professionals with the skills needed to shape the future of sustainable tourism. Through a flexible online learning programme, hands-on mobility experiences, and expert networking, WeNaTour provides high-quality, multidisciplinary training to help participants thrive in the rapidly evolving tourism sector.
WeNaTour Partners
WeNaTour is coordinated by the University of Padua (Italy) and brings together a diverse and multidisciplinary consortium of 5 European universities, consultancy firms, industry leaders, local communities, and non-profit organizations, each playing a crucial role in advancing the project’s mission. The partnership includes Etifor | Valuing Nature (Italy), Carinthia University of Applied Sciences (Austria), Meath Partnership (Ireland), Nature Tourism Development (The Netherlands), Technological University of the Shannon: Midland Midwest (Ireland), the Austrian Research Centre for Forests, Transilvania University of Brasov (Romania), Innova srl (Italy), the University of Applied Sciences Krems (Austria), and Sano Touring Experience (Romania).