How did the OMNIS project come to life? What future does it envision for sustainable and inclusive tourism? In this insightful interview, Marco Cocciarini, the Sustainable Tourism Expert for OMNIS, explains how the project was inspired by the need for more travel options for people with pets and those with visual disabilities. OMNIS aims to create accessible experiences, from coastal areas to inland ones, to make travel enjoyable for everyone.
Marco discusses the challenges OMNIS faced, such as collaborating with tourism businesses that want to be inclusive but don’t always know how. To address this, OMNIS organized hands-on experiences for people with visual impairments and those traveling with pets, allowing local businesses to understand the importance of accessibility. OMNIS also provides training through videos and podcasts to help improve these services.
The most rewarding part, according to Marco, is seeing guests enjoy nature through touch, smell, and sound, experiencing a sense of freedom. He also values the teamwork within OMNIS, where each partner has contributed unique insights.
Through OMNIS, Marco envisions a future where tourism is more inclusive and enjoyable for everyone.
