Accessible and sustainable tourism for everyone
Participants in these seminars took part in experiential workshops where they learned about physical, auditory, visual, and intellectual disabilities, as well as mental health.
The ‘Tourism for All’ seminars held on 10, 17, and 23 October expanded inclusion training with the goal of promoting a city that is 100% accessible for residents and visitors alike and making Barcelona a quality, innovative tourism destination in this field.
The ‘Tourism for All’ seminars, organised by the Tourism Directorate of Barcelona City Council, the Municipal Institute for People with Disabilities (IMPD), and the Barcelona Tourism Consortium since 2018, were held again this October at the Ilunion Poblenou Hotel in Barcelona.
This year, the inclusion training was expanded to three days. This accessible tourism training was aimed at tourism businesses in the city, particularly those that are part of the Commitment to Sustainable Tourism Barcelona or are members of the Barcelona Tourism Consortium.
The more than 50 participating companies gave very positive feedback on these seminars, which aim to promote a city that is 100% accessible for both residents and visitors and make Barcelona a quality, innovative tourism destination in this field. The initiative is part of the Sustainable Development Goals (ODS) framework, the 2030 Agenda, and the Barcelona Strategy for Universal Accessibility.
Best tourism practices in Barcelona
Participants in these seminars took part in experiential workshops where they learned about physical, auditory, visual, and intellectual disabilities, as well as mental health, from leading organisations in each of these areas.
During these practical sessions, participants gained a deeper understanding of the needs of individuals with different disabilities, and committed to promoting best practices to improve the services and support the city’s tourism sector provides for this community.
Many of Barcelona’s tourist attractions, including beaches, museums, and municipal leisure sites, are already adapted for people with reduced mobility. Several unique buildings, churches, markets, and exhibition centres are also accessible to individuals with visual, auditory, or intellectual disabilities. Barcelona City Council’s goal is also to incorporate accessibility into city events, online marketing, and accessibility training for workers in the tourism sector.
