Our students participated in an international conference in Albania in April 2026 as part of the short-term mobility program of the Pannonia Scholarship Program, and Kamilla Gáncs wrote a summary of the event.

“Between April 27–30, as Tourism and Hospitality students of the University of Pannonia, we had the opportunity to participate in an international professional conference in Albania, hosted at the Aleksandër Moisiu University of Durrës, as part of the the Pannonia Scholarship Program.

During the “Family Business Forum – Symposium” conference, we attended inspiring presentations about the development of family tourism businesses, the role of education and international cooperation, and the future of tourism.

However, one of the most valuable aspects of the program was the opportunity to build international connections: we had the chance to meet Slovak and Czech university students and lecturers, with whom we exchanged professional experiences, discussed current challenges in tourism, and gained insight into each other’s educational and tourism perspectives.

The days we spent together provided us not only with professional knowledge, but also with meaningful personal experiences: new friendships, inspiring conversations, and unforgettable memories were created. We are proud to have represented our university in such an international and motivating environment.

We are grateful for the opportunity to be part of this journey, which reinforced our belief that tourism truly connects people and cultures.”

On March 10, our master’s students in the “Management and Leadership – Sustainable Tourism Management” visited Kapolcs.

Kapolcs is a charming, little village in the Balaton Uplands, best known for the Valley of Arts festival.

During the field trip, they gained insight into the operations of the Művészvölgy Kúria and learned about the current situation in Kapolcs as both a place to live and a tourist destination. During the trip, they visited the blacksmith’s workshop and the Kapolcs Village Mill, where they had the chance to try their hand at these activities.

Based on their experiences from the study trip, which was part of the Destination Branding course, the students identified the brand values of Kapolcs as a tourist destination and also created a short video.

Bachelor’s and master’s students studying tourism, along with their instructors, visited Melea The Health Concept (https://melea.hu), Park Inn Sárvár Resort & Spa (https://parkinnsarvar.hu), and Sárvár Thermal Bath (https://sarvarfurdo.hu) as part of several courses, organized by the Department of Tourism.

This valuable professional program provided an excellent opportunity for students to gain practical knowledge, learn about the operation of tourism enterprises, and gain insight into the functioning of the hotel industry and wellness services.

We would like to extend a special thank you to Melea The Health Concept, Park Inn Sárvár Resort & Spa, and Sárvár Thermal Bath for their cooperation, especially to our former students who supported the organization and significantly contributed to this valuable professional experience.

Thank you all for helping our students’ professional development and expanding their practical skills!

The staff of the Department of Tourism and our master’s students studying tourism participated in the Tourism Summit Budapest 2025 event. The central message of the event was “Travel Smart, Explore the Future!”, which emphasizes the role of innovation, sustainability, and digitalization in shaping the future of tourism.

During the two-day conference, inspiring lectures and panel discussions saw industry leaders and experts sharing the latest trends, and together we shaped the future of tourism. Key topics included digital transformation, sustainability, and the role of young professionals in the development of the industry.

The event provided opportunities for networking, learning, and exploring industry innovations through an exhibition area, where travel destinations, technology providers, and educational institutions showcased their latest developments.

We thank Visit Hungary for organizing this inspiring and forward-looking event, and everyone who participated made it possible.