Tourism Exploration Lab

Tourism Exploration Lab

Tourism Exploration Lab

What is CETT's Tourism R&D&I Lab?

The Tourism Exploration Lab is CETT's experimental space where we shape the future of tourism. A laboratory that promotes research, development, and experimentation with new technologies, services, and practices aimed at transforming the tourism sector.

A vibrant environment where cutting-edge research, prototype development, practical experimentation, and experiential learning come together to create innovative solutions.

We explore the latest trends and technologies in the tourism sector, designing innovative responses to meet the evolving needs of travelers. We develop functional prototypes of new tourism products and services, testing our ideas in real-world settings and gathering valuable data and feedback from a diverse sample of people.

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Ainoha Carballido-Risco - Profesora, Investigadora y Directora del Máster en Dirección de Empresas Turísticas.

Ainoha Carballido-Risco

Profesora, Investigadora y Directora del Máster en Dirección de Empresas Turísticas

PhD in Tourism from the University of Málaga, she has combined her academic training with extensive experience in tourism marketing and Smart Tourism. She is an expert in technologies applied to tourism, with a solid background in research and teaching. She is currently a professor in the field of Tourism Technologies and the Director of the Master's in Tourism Business Management at CETT-UB. Her research focuses on the impact of artificial intelligence on the tourism industry and its influence on people, as a member of the TURCiT research group.

As the Director of the CETT Smart Tourism Congress Barcelona, she leads one of the most influential events on the interaction between technology and tourism. Additionally, she drives R&D projects from CETT Living Labs, with a focus on sustainability and the digital transformation of the sector.

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Daniel Imbert-Bouchard

Director of the Tourism, Culture, and Territory Research Group (TURCiT).

Daniel Imbert-Bouchard Ribera holds a PhD in Geography, a degree in Tourism, and a Master's in Territorial Planning and Environmental Management from the University of Barcelona. He currently coordinates the Master's in Innovation of Tourism Management for Smart and Sustainable Destinations at CETT Barcelona School of Tourism, Hospitality and Gastronomy, where he also works as a professor, editor of the ARA: Journal of Tourism Research, and serves as the director of the Tourism, Culture, and Territory Research Group (TURCiT). His main area of expertise is the mobility and territorial planning of destinations from a sustainability perspective.

Based on these lines of work, he has published several articles in international journals, books, and book chapters, and has also participated in various competitive and knowledge transfer projects.

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¿Qué ofrecemos?

A través de la colaboración con entidades públicas, empresas líderes del sector, expertos e investigadores, el Tourism Exploration Lab fomenta la experimentación, el desarrollo y la prueba de procesos de innovación en áreas clave como:

  • Tecnologías disruptivas en turismo

    Exploramos las últimas tendencias tecnológicas para transformar la experiencia turística.

  • Sostenibilidad

    Impulsamos el turismo responsable y sostenible, buscando soluciones que minimicen el impacto ambiental y cultural mientras maximizamos los beneficios económicos para la industria.

  • Desarrollo de nuevas experiencias turísticas

    Creamos experiencias únicas adaptadas a las necesidades, deseos y expectativas de los diferentes perfiles de viajeros

  • Análisis de tendencias en el mercado

    Estudiamos las destinos turísticos y el comportamiento de los viajeros para desarrollar estrategias que permitan a las empresas adaptarse a los cambios.

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Espacios para la innovación y desarrollo

El Tourism Exploration Lab, junto con el resto de laboratorios del CETT Innovation Hub, dispone de un conjunto de espacios diseñados para fomentar la colaboración y la creatividad en los procesos de I+D+i:

Espacios colaborativos:  Áreas donde equipos multidisciplinarios se reúnen para co-crear y desarrollar nuevas soluciones.

Áreas de desarrollo tecnológico y análisis de datos: Espacios equipados con las herramientas más avanzadas para la creación de prototipos y análisis de datos turísticos.

Zonas de innovación y creatividad: Espacios dedicados a la generación de ideas a través de técnicas de diseño y brainstorming.

Áreas de exhibición y demostración (físicas y digitales): Espacios para mostrar y probar las innovaciones desarrolladas en el Tourism Exploration Lab.

Projects

At CETT's Tourism Exploration Lab, innovation is not just a concept—it’s a reality! Our team of passionate researchers and professionals works to develop innovative solutions that transform the traveler experience and make tourism a more sustainable, responsible, and competitive sector.

Some of our previous projects include:

Targeting and Action Plan for the Barcelona Enotourism Brand

We designed a strategy to position Barcelona as a leader in enotourism, attracting tourists interested in wine culture.

“Saborea España” Gastronomic Tourism Map

We developed a gastronomic map to promote Spain’s rich culinary offerings and make it easier to find authentic gastronomic experiences.

Creative Industries Project

We explored how creative industries can boost tourism development by creating unique experiences that go beyond the conventional.

We are currently working on new projects shaping the future of tourism, such as:

Measuring the influence of AI on traveler purchasing decisions.

  • The tourism metaverse: an accessible and inclusive alternative.
  • Using AI for the collection and analysis of tourism data.
  • Designing and developing sustainable tourism experiences.
  • Indicator systems for Smart Destinations.
  • Sustainable mobility: systems for responsible transport and mobility.

Would you like to be part of this project?

At the Tourism Exploration Lab, we believe innovation is essential for a better tourism future. Through our projects, we aim to inspire the industry to adopt new technologies and strategies to enhance the traveler experience and build a more sustainable, responsible, and competitive sector.

Do you want to join us? 
Get in touch with the Tourism Exploration Lab team, visit our laboratory, and discover how you can collaborate.