KA 229: TOUROPEAN

                  
                                     

People have always been curious. We have always been eager to get to know new and exciting things. To compare and find similarities as well as differences. It is part of human nature to explore neighboring countries with all their new and ancient sights and culture. Never in history before it has been easier to travel around the globe, to travel around Europe. Not only travelers but also countries and cities have discovered the value of tourism which in some regions has become a major economic pillar. But how can tourists get attracted to a country, a city or an area? And more specific: How can young people get attracted to a specific place? How do they feel about different touristic places and what do they need to feel comfortable on their holidays? With this project we want our students to explore their own as well as their partner school's surroundings and make a plan on how to improve the touristic attractiveness for teenagers. We want them to look into various jobs on the European market connected to tourism to make them aware of how much tourism and a positive economy is connected. European societies in the last 8-10 years have suffered from the consequences of the economical crisis. Victims of this crisis are mostly children of all educational levels. There are many students who feel that they have lost their motivation. Tourism contributes a huge amount of revenue to a considerable extent, creating value on more jobs, as well as a balance of payments from economic context. It also plays a crucial role to alleviate poverty. Thus, more attention has been directed to the issue of tourism both by advanced and emerging economies. The international significance and recognition of youth travel has also gained remarkable attention for both policy makers and tourism governments.

To this end, an Erasmus programme is beyond doubt a huge source of inspiration for their future plans and maybe a real turning point for their future career. Taking a break and stepping off the beaten track of their home town might be the best .