Places · Spain
Barcelona
A Mediterranean city of culture, mobility and innovation,
and one of the European partner locations of
Agents of Change.
Barcelona provides a unique setting to explore Slow Tourism:
a global destination where local communities, urban spaces,
cultural heritage and sustainable approaches to tourism
meet.
The City
A Mediterranean destination shaped by culture and diversity
Barcelona is one of Europe’s most visited cities and an
international centre for culture, business, education and
tourism.
The city combines historic neighbourhoods, Mediterranean
landscapes, creative industries and a strong connection
between local life and global visitors.
From a Slow Tourism perspective, Barcelona offers the
opportunity to examine how popular destinations can develop
more sustainable relationships between residents, visitors,
mobility and cultural heritage.
Experience Barcelona
Between heritage, community and innovation
Barcelona allows visitors to explore a destination through
different perspectives beyond traditional tourism.
Culture
Local neighbourhoods
Historic districts, markets and community spaces provide
opportunities to experience everyday life beyond the
main tourist attractions.
Mobility
A connected city
Public transport, walking routes and cycling infrastructure
support alternative ways of discovering Barcelona.
Innovation
Future tourism approaches
Barcelona provides a setting for discussing how tourism
destinations can balance international visitors and local
quality of life.
Partner University
CETT Barcelona
CETT Barcelona School of Tourism, Hospitality and Gastronomy
is an international higher education institution specialising
in tourism, hospitality and gastronomy.
Affiliated with the University of Barcelona, CETT combines
education, research and knowledge transfer with a strong
connection to the tourism industry.
Through Agents of Change, CETT contributes expertise from
one of Europe’s most important tourism destinations and
supports the development of future-oriented approaches
to Slow Tourism.
CETT Barcelona
Tourism education connected with practice
CETT combines academic education with practical experience
and international perspectives in tourism and hospitality.
Education
Tourism & Hospitality
CETT offers undergraduate, postgraduate and professional
programmes focused on tourism, hospitality, gastronomy
and related fields.
International
Global learning environment
Students from many countries study at CETT, creating
a multicultural environment connected to the international
tourism sector.
Innovation
Research and knowledge transfer
CETT connects academic research with practical challenges
from tourism organisations and destinations.
Campus Life
Learning in the heart of Barcelona
The CETT campus creates a learning environment where
students can connect theoretical knowledge with practical
experiences.
Its facilities combine classrooms, research spaces and
practice-oriented learning environments connected to
tourism, hospitality and gastronomy.
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Institution
CETT Barcelona School of Tourism, Hospitality and Gastronomy -
Affiliation
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Location
Barcelona · Spain
Agents of Change in Barcelona
Exploring Slow Tourism from a global destination
Barcelona provides a valuable perspective for examining
how internationally recognised destinations can develop
more sustainable and meaningful tourism approaches.
Academic
Research and learning
Students and educators explore tourism challenges
through academic exchange and practical experiences.
Regional
Understanding destinations
Barcelona offers insights into the relationship between
tourism growth, local communities and urban spaces.
International
European exchange
Together with other partner regions, Barcelona contributes
to a European discussion about the future of tourism.
Learning Tour · Example
Barcelona as a starting point
Barcelona represents one of the European partner locations
where students can explore Slow Tourism through direct
experience and international exchange.
The city demonstrates the complexity of modern tourism
destinations and provides opportunities to discuss mobility,
sustainability and local perspectives.
Slow Tourism Perspective
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Destination
Exploring Barcelona beyond traditional tourism patterns -
Education
Connecting academic learning with practical experiences -
Exchange
Sharing perspectives between European partner institutions
Barcelona · Spain
Discover tourism from a new perspective
Explore how CETT Barcelona contributes to the European
Agents of Change network and the future of Slow Tourism.