Toolbox

Map of Rota Vicentina: Invest in sustainable tourism development with an interactive map for Alentejo and Costa.

An interactive map for the Rota Vicentina, a network of hiking trails in Portugal’s Alentejo and Algarve regions. It provides detailed routes, including the Fishermen’s Trail and Historical Way, with information on trail lengths, difficulty, accommodations, and nearby services. Users can filter by trail type, download GPX files, and access real-time updates on trail conditions. The tool promotes sustainable tourism by highlighting local culture and businesses. Ideal for hikers and eco-tourists planning self-guided adventures. It contributes to integrated public and private investment in the sustainable development of the Alentejo and Costa.

CleanAtlantic: Join the fight against marine litter through a biodiversity protection initiative

CleanAtlantic works to protect marine biodiversity in the Atlantic through monitoring, prevention, and removal of marine litter.

Natural.pt: Plan your visit to Portugal's protected areas, promoting growth and sustainability.

A platform showcasing Portugal’s protected areas, including national parks and nature reserves. It offers maps, visitor information, and details on biodiversity, activities (e.g., hiking, birdwatching), and conservation efforts. Users can explore destinations, plan visits, and learn about eco-friendly practices. The tool supports tourism in natural areas while promoting environmental awareness.

Nav & Co: Navigate French waters, discover natural heritage, and learn about biodiversity preservation.

Nav&Co, developed by the French Office for Biodiversity, Secretary of State for the Sea, and SHOM, is a navigation app providing regulations and buoyage information for France’s coasts, Corsica, and Guadeloupe. Its “discovery” mode highlights over 2,000 points of natural heritage, offering insights into biodiversity preservation. It’s a practical and educational tool for coastal tourists and sailors. The Nav&Co application was developed by the French Office for Biodiversity (OFB), the French Secretary of State for the Sea and Biodiversity, and the French Naval Hydrographic and Oceanographic Service (SHOM). This app provides information on the regulations in force in the area where you are navigating, as well as nearby buoyage information. The application also provides information on how to preserve and protect biodiversity.

Portuguese TRAILS: Take part in sustainable outdoor activities along well-mapped walking and cycling routes.

Portuguese Trails provides signposted routes, interactive maps, and information on safety and services along the trails for hiking, cycling, and equestrian tourism. It promotes sustainable mobility and the exploration of rural areas.

Ocean Alive: Protect ocean health through education and community action.

Ocean Alive protects the seagrass meadows of the Sado River estuary through marine education, community engagement, and initiatives involving women from the local fishing community, known as the Sea Guardians.

Typsy: Access 1,500+ hospitality lessons, earn badges via Freemium.

"Typsy is an online training platform for hospitality and tourism professionals, offering short, engaging video courses. Users can earn badges in areas like customer service, food safety, and leadership. The platform supports self-paced learning, with content created by industry experts. It’s designed for staff at all levels, from new hires to managers, and includes analytics for businesses to track progress. Typsy emphasizes practical skills to improve service quality and career development, accessible globally.
Typsy has over 1.500 lessons in a growing online video library and it’s all contained on one purpose-built platform. Large range of courses from business to service and courses include downloadable resources to enhance the learning experience. On completion of the course participants earn an industry-endorsed badge.
Pricing ranges from individual to small businesses looking for online training resources for small teams to large enterprises and schools. There is a Freemium model with access to 9 free courses and a Premium model which allows access to any course on Typsy and the flexibility to complete courses in your own time."

PlanktomaniaAR: Play and learn about plankton in an engaging AR environment.

"The Planktomania AR mobile application lets you play the plankton version of the ""Happy Families"" (Jeu des 7 familles).You can also view 3D models of the plankton on your phone or tablet.
This application is both fun and educational, and allows you to learn more about lesser-known micro-organisms. It's a great tool for popularizing science."

Product Traceability in Seafood Production: ERP solution for seafood processing, ensuring compliance and traceability at Sofrimar.

Sofrimar, an Irish seafood company, collaborates with Diomac to implement digital traceability tools for sustainable seafood production, enhancing tourism by ensuring ethical sourcing. The Diomac platform provides blockchain-based traceability, allowing consumers to verify the origin, sustainability, and quality of seafood via QR codes. Sofrimar’s sustainability page details its commitment to eco-friendly practices, aligning with culinary tourism trends that prioritize transparency. The Diomac case study outlines how Sofrimar uses this technology to track products from catch to consumer, reducing fraud and supporting certifications like Marine Stewardship Council (MSC). This tool benefits tourism by building trust in seafood served at Irish restaurants, attracting eco-conscious visitors. The system is directly usable by businesses adopting Diomac’s technology, offering a scalable model for global seafood traceability, though tailored to Sofrimar’s operations in Ireland.[](https://www.seafoodsource.com/news/environment-sustainability/thai-union-traceability-key-to-success-of-seafood-sustainability-efforts)

Pharos: Explore maritime heritage linked to coastal navigation.

Pharos highlights the maritime heritage linked to coastal navigation, telling the story of lighthouses and the cultural elements of the Portuguese sea.