Tools and Development Drivers for the Gastronomic Tourism

The article examines the concept and features of gastronomic tourism, its history importance in modern world. It is noted that tourism meets all requirements transitioning from a service economy to an experience economy. basis authentic product identified by territorial characteristics can attract tourists region. Gastronomic based on knowing exploring, eating, tasting enjoying culture region or country. uniqueness gastro highlighted as it links such policy development integrated planning, packaging, promotion marketing, distribution sales, operations services destinations, which are vital core activities value chain. Ancillary related include transport infrastructure, human resource development, technology systems other ancillary goods services, may not be associated with leading business but have significant impact tourism. Also, discusses detail strategic plan for developing gastro-tourism, includes following phases: analysis diagnosis situation; general planning; operational informing disseminating plan. participants process listed, heritage; products, manufacturers food industry; hospitality sector; specialized trade; campaigns organizing events dissemination culture; areas education; centres research training.