This opening chapter of the volume “Religious tourism and sustainability in the MENA region” explores the religious tourism sector, highlighting the importance of a structured theoretical and methodological framework to support its growth. It focuses on training competent professionals who are sensitive to cultural and spiritual dimensions in order to promote intercultural, ethical, and respectful tourism. The goal is to transform religious tourism into a space for encounter and dialogue in an increasingly globalized world.
Faith in Travel
Antonio Angelucci;Flavia Cortelezzi;Alessandro Cupri
2025-01-01
Abstract
This opening chapter of the volume “Religious tourism and sustainability in the MENA region” explores the religious tourism sector, highlighting the importance of a structured theoretical and methodological framework to support its growth. It focuses on training competent professionals who are sensitive to cultural and spiritual dimensions in order to promote intercultural, ethical, and respectful tourism. The goal is to transform religious tourism into a space for encounter and dialogue in an increasingly globalized world.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.