On February 7, as part of the international tourism exhibition “Balttour 2026”, the BT1 conference hall hosted the Presentation of Tourism Cooperation Network Project Research Results and Networking Event, organized by the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA) for tourism cooperation networks and their members.
The event gathered industry professionals, researchers, and tourism developers to foster experience exchange, strengthen cooperation, and acquire new knowledge in tourism product development and promotion.
Research Presentations
Dr.oec. Ēriks Lingebērziņš, Dr.oec. Linda Medne, and PhD Agita Doniņa presented research on the international market potential, target audiences, and sustainability factors of Vidzeme and Zemgale tourism cooperation networks. The presentations provided insights into how regional tourism products can expand their international presence and attract new travelers.
Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences (ViA) and Turība University presented current research developed within other tourism cooperation networks:
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Development of New, Higher Value-Added Tourism Products – Dr.geogr. Andris Klepers, Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences
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Digital Solutions for Conference Tourism (D-Badge) – Dr.oec. Ēriks Lingebērziņš, PhD Agita Doniņa, and Jānis Pekša
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Sustainable Tourism Industry Self-Assessment in Latvia 2025 – Dr.oec. Agita Līviņa and scientific assistant Dace Dance, Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences
The event provided a platform for both scientific analysis and practical experience exchange, fostering cooperation among researchers, tourism professionals, and regional tourism business communities.
Participation in the “Balttour 2026” exhibition and the implementation of the event took place with co-financing from the European Union funds within the framework of project No. 1.2.3.6/2/24/A/004 “Vidzeme Tourism Cooperation Network”.
Photo: Gita Memmēna
