Rural tourism not only brings economic benefits, but also strengthens the identity of local people

By: Trademagazin Date: 2025. 08. 19. 09:05

The 2025 rural tourism development application program for local governments aims to enable settlements to initiate real change through practical training based on local cooperation – writes the Hello Press! Business Press Service.

The training related to the application program prepares participants to participate in tourism not only as casual workers, but as conscious professionals. This could mean stable jobs in the settlement in the long term – reported TanfolyamGURU. The application period lasts until September 30, 2025.

Let’s look at the five main reasons why no local government should miss this opportunity.

1. Economic revitalization with minimal investment

Tourism is one of the fastest-activating economic sectors in small settlements. Even a single well-designed guesthouse, renovated community space or thematic program can bring visitors. These visitors not only stay there, but also shop at the local shop, eat at the restaurant, and visit the craft workshops. The money stays in the village, creates jobs, and encourages new businesses.

The TanfolyánGURU training provides exactly the practical knowledge that local actors need to quickly launch or develop their services. For a settlement, this is not theory, but an investment that pays off quickly.

2. Strengthening community identity and local pride

Rural tourism not only brings economic benefits, but also strengthens the self-identity of the locals. When the values of the settlement – its built heritage, traditions, and natural treasures – are rediscovered and presented, the residents also begin to look at their own village with different eyes.

Young people become prouder of their birthplace, and community events bring people closer together. A strong local identity is the best foundation for long-term population retention. Participants in the CourseGURU program not only acquire professional tourism knowledge, but also the basics of community organization, which is also key to the life of the settlement.