Inclusive Tourism and the Smart Personal Experience: A Remote Local Guide That Feels Very Close
summary
A mobile app called Cityfriend provides remote local guides trained to communicate accessibility and the experience of places to tourists with disabilities or specific needs. It focuses on inclusive tourism by connecting visitors to knowledgeable local guides who describe both the beauty and practical accessibility of destinations.
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chapters (10)
- 0:00Event introduction
- 1:52Startup presentation
- 4:38Accessible tourism market
- 9:02Accessibility solution
- 13:18Training and awareness
- 16:10Current state and goals
- 22:38Site and services demo
- 33:25Feedback and development
- 35:56App pilot project
- 44:08Credit code and conclusion
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