A paradigm that transform travel into dialogue
Life Beyond Tourism® is the paradigm promoted by the Fondazione Romualdo Del Bianco that recognises cultural heritage as an opportunity for encounter, mutual understanding and dialogue between cultures.
Developed from the experience of international hospitality, it offers a vision in which travel becomes an opportunity to build relationships between people, communities and territories, fostering respect for cultural diversity and contributing to peacebuilding.
From hospitality to a shared vision
The experience gained through meeting people from different countries and cultures has led to the recognition of heritage as a resource capable of fostering mutual understanding and dialogue.
Over time, this intuition has evolved into a paradigm that promotes the participation of local communities and an enhancement of heritage capable of generating cultural, social, and economic benefits.
An approach based on encounter
Cultural heritage is not simply something to visit, but an opportunity to encounter and understand different people, communities and identities.
Through this approach, travel becomes a means of fostering more meaningful and responsible relationships between visitors, residents and territories, recognising cultural diversity as a resource for the growth of communities.
From vision to action
The principles of Life Beyond Tourism® are put into practice through a range of initiatives promoted by the Foundation, including:
"Heritage for Building Peace" Appeal
Strengthen the global initiative promoting the role of cultural heritage in fostering dialogue, cooperation and peace.
International Officina for the Culture of Dialogue
An international laboratory that brings together experiences, good practices and perspectives from around the world to promote the Culture of Dialogue.
Storytellathon
An international programme that engages students and young professionals in telling the stories of cultural heritage and local identities.
Luoghi Parlanti
Luoghi Parlanti® is a place-based project that brings together cultural heritage and local traditions to foster intercultural dialogue, sustainable development and new opportunities for communities and territories.
Learn More
The Life Beyond Tourism paradigm is promoted through an international network of institutions, universities, professionals and organisations committed to cultural heritage and dialogue between cultures.
To learn more about the methodology, projects, publications and opportunities to get involved, visit the dedicated website.
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