Unlocking the potential of innovation, circularity, and digitalisation for accelerating new marine-based ecotourism, joint practices, and businesses in ORs.

Partners

The TWINNEDbySTARS consortium consists of 10 partners and 1 affiliated entity with extensive experience in nautical tourism, spanning applied and research fields, business support through clusters and chambers of commerce, and regulatory and promotion aspects within the public administration sector.

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If you are NOT a company but are related to the maritime and nautical sector, please share your vision and help us improve the sustainability and digitalisation of our companies.

Take part in our questionnaires and help boost sustainable tourism in the outermost regions.

Companies and stakeholders, click here and collaborate!

If you are a company, evaluate your management and find out how you are positioned in the sector.

If you are a stakeholder, share your vision and help us improve the sustainability and digitalisation of our companies.

Grant agreement number: 101124900
Granting authority: European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency
Project starting date: 1 October 2023
Project duration: 36 months
Funding rate: 85%
Grant amount: 996 630.11 €
Coordinator: University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

TWINNEDbySTARS

The project aims at increasing the competitiveness of maritime tourism activity in remote territories while contributing to protecting marine biodiversity, preserving cultural heritage, and developing marine astrotourism. To do so, the project acts in three areas: strengthening partnerships already in operation, capacity building, and co-creation opportunities for the design and implementation of transnational eco-tourism products. The project extends across four Atlantic Outermost Regions, which are located at the natural nautical crossing of the Atlantic Ocean, taking advantage of the trade winds, the Canary Current, and the Gulf Stream, eastwards from the Canaries to Martinique and returning westwards via the Azores and Madeira.

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Upcoming events

5 days ago

🌌 Are you interested in navigation, astronomy or the history of science?If you are an entrepreneur in the nautical or tourism sector and you are interested in these topics, we recommend you to attend the Astronomical Navigation Seminar, to be held in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in 2025, organized by the Navy and the Real Club Náutico de Gran Canaria.🔭 The seminar delves into astronomical and satellite (GPS) navigation techniques, and perfectly complements the focus of the SEA STARLIGHT course we just finished with our community.📣 A great opportunity to keep learning, connect with experts and explore new ideas!🔗 Learn more:armada.defensa.gob.es/ArmadaPortal/page/Portal/ArmadaEspannola/cienciaobservatorio/prefLang-es/15...@followers ULPGC Instituto Universitario Tides Marina do Funchal Cluster Marítimo de Canarias Nautic Ocean Consulta Europa Centro Tecnológico de Ciencias Marinas CTM Collectivité Territoriale de Martinique ACIF ... See MoreSee Less
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6 days ago

🔭✨ This is how we experienced the formation of Sea StarlightDuring April and May we embarked on a journey of knowledge together with experts who guided us through the sky, the sea and history.Thanks to those who made it possible... and to those who experienced it with us! 🌌🌊#seastarlight #astrotourism #training #sailingbetweenstars #sustainabletourismULPGC Instituto Universitario Tides Marina do Funchal Cluster Marítimo de Canarias Nautic Ocean Consulta Europa Centro Tecnológico de Ciencias Marinas CTM Collectivité Territoriale de Martinique ACIF ... See MoreSee Less
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2 weeks ago

Today we celebrate Europe Day 🌟 🌍A date to remember the values of unity, cooperation and diversity that shape our community.From TWINNEDbySTARS, we want to put the spotlight on the outermost regions -Canary Islands, Azores, Madeira and Martinique-, territories that, although geographically distant from the continent, are an essential part of the European project.These regions inspire us with their natural, cultural and human wealth, and are at the heart of the collaborative journey we are undertaking to connect destinations through the sea and the stars.✨ Happy Europe Day!We continue to build together a more connected, inclusive and sustainable future for all corners of Europe.#EuropeDay #TWINNEDbySTARS #OutermostRegions #RUP #Canary Islands #Azores #Madeira #Martinique #UnitedEuropeInstituto Universitario TidesMarina do FunchalCentro Tecnológico de Ciencias MarinasConsulta EuropaCTM Collectivité Territoriale de MartiniqueNautic OceanCluster Marítimo de CanariasACIF@followers ... See MoreSee Less
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2 weeks ago

From Isolation to InnovationTWINNEDbySTARS will participate in Workshop 17 to promote new forms of maritime and coastal tourism in the Outermost Regions.📍 Clayton Hotel - Pegasus Hall🗓️ Face-to-face format🎙️ With keynote speeches, inspiring projects and space for debate.We will talk about astro-tourism, natural heritage, sustainability and interregional collaboration 🌍More information: twinnedbystars.eu/2025/05/07/twinnedbystars-contributes-to-the-european-debate-on-the-future-of-s...Instituto Universitario TidesMarina do FunchalCentro Tecnológico de Ciencias MarinasConsulta EuropaCTM Collectivité Territoriale de MartiniqueNautic OceanCluster Marítimo de CanariasACIF@followers ... See MoreSee Less
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2 weeks ago

✨ We've completed the first part of our Sea Starlight Instructor Training — and thanks to Javier Ares, a whole new universe opened up before us! ✨Over six sessions, we explored key topics essential for our SMEs: 🔭 The history of astronomy🕰️ Measuring space and time🌠 Basic astronomy concepts🪐 The solar system🌌 How to find your way in the sky🖥️ How to prepare an observation with StellariumThank you to everyone who joined this journey across the stars — and get ready, because this week we continue reaching even furtherInstituto Universitario TidesTMarina do FunchalnCentro Tecnológico de Ciencias MarinasrConsulta EuropauCTM Collectivité Territoriale de MartiniquenNautic OceanOCluster Marítimo de CanariasaACIFACIF@followers ... See MoreSee Less
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3 weeks ago

We continue with the TWINNEDbySTARS trainings, in this case with ‘Your Digital Compass: AI to navigate successfully in social networks’ with Raquel Vázquez: we will learn how to define our ideal client with the help of AI! 🎯🤖💡 A key step to create content that really connects and grows our digital community.⚓ We continue to navigate towards a smarter digital future with TWINNEDbySTARS!Instituto Universitario TidesMarina do FunchalCentro Tecnológico de Ciencias MarinasConsulta EuropaCTM Collectivité Territoriale de MartiniqueNautic OceanCluster Marítimo de CanariasACIF@followers ... See MoreSee Less
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3 weeks ago

Madeira Sunkiss Sailing makes history ✨🌌We are proud to announce that Madeira Sunkiss Sailing becomes the first maritime company in Portugal to receive the prestigious Starlight certification, thanks to its participation in the European TWINNEDbySTARS project.This recognition guarantees the quality of its astro-tourism experiences under protected skies and marks a milestone for Madeira as a leading destination in nautical tourism and astronomical observation.🔭 What does Starlight 2025 certification mean?🌠 A seal of excellence in experiences under the stars.🌱 A boost towards more sustainable and authentic tourism.🌍 A unique opportunity to diversify tourism offeringsFrom Madeira, skyward... towards a brighter future.#TWINNEDbySTARS #StarlightCertified #MadeiraSunkissSailing #Astrotourism #NauticalTourism #UniqueExperiences #BlueTourism #Starlight2025 #EUProjects #ULPGC #MaritimeTourism #NatureAndStarsInstituto Universitario TidesMarina do FunchalCentro Tecnológico de Ciencias MarinasConsulta EuropaCTM Collectivité Territoriale de MartiniqueNautic OceanCluster Marítimo de CanariasACIF@followers ... See MoreSee Less
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4 weeks ago

✨ Madeira looks to the sky ✨.Madeira Sunkiss Sailing becomes the first Starlight certified sailing company in Madeira, thanks to the joint work with the Starlight Foundation and our TWINNEDbySTARSTo complement this milestone, today we are launching SEA STARLIGHT, an 18-hour online training where we combine sailing, astronomy and sustainability to elevate the night sailing experience to another level.What do we explore?🔵History of astronomy and navigation🔵 Basic astronomy and celestial orientation course🔵 Using Stellarium to prepare observations🔵 Light pollution and its impact on the marine ecosystem🔵 Marketing for nautical astro-tourism🔵 Mythology and constellations linked to the seaWith expert teachers such as:🔵 Javier Ares (Polaris Menorca): celestial orientation, Stellarium, history of astronomy.🔵 Gerard Martínez: digital marketing for nautical experiences🔵 Elena Ramos & Javier Romero Rodríguez (SEO/BirdLife): light pollution and marine sustainability🔵 Xavier Martínez (Nautic Ocean): traditional sailing and Starlight certification🔵 Nathy Sánchez Ortega (Academia Idearte): Greco-Latin mythology applied to the sky and the sea.After the online part, a practical pilot experience will be carried out in each participating region. If you are part of the nautical sector in Macaronesia and want to take your experiences to the next level, write to us: business@twinnedbystars.eu#Astrotourism #TwinnedByStars #SEAStarlight #SustainableTourism #StarlightMadeira #AtlanticStarlightAdventures #StarlightCertification #SustainableNautical #MacaronesiaInstituto Universitario TidesMarina do FunchalCentro Tecnológico de Ciencias MarinasConsulta EuropaCTM Collectivité Territoriale de MartiniqueNautic OceanCluster Marítimo de CanariasACIF@followers ... See MoreSee Less
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1 month ago

Do you want to offer unique astro-tourism experiences from your boat?We present the Monitor SEA STARLIGHT training course, created within the framework of the TWINNEDbySTARS project. An opportunity to specialise in astronomical navigation, sustainable tourism and astronomy applied to the marine environment.💡 What will you learn?We will have an exceptional teaching team that will guide you from celestial orientation to specific marketing for nautical experiences:✨ Javier Ares (Polaris Menorca) - practical astronomy and use of Stellarium.✨ Gerard Martínez (Nautic Ocean) - visibility and marketing strategies for your experience.✨ SEO/BirdLife - impact of light pollution on marine wildlife✨ Xavier Martínez (Nautic Ocean) - ancient navigation and astro-tourism at sea✨ Nathy Sánchez Ortega - Greco-Latin mythology and the astronomical legacy of the Mediterranean🛥️ At the end of the online training, you will participate in a practical pilot experience in your region.In addition, you will be part of the future Atlantic Starlight Adventures platform, with SEO promotion and marketing included.More information: twinnedbystars.eu/2025/04/14/registration-is-now-open-for-the-sea-starlight-monitor-training-cour... @followers Instituto Universitario Tides Marina do Funchal Cluster Marítimo de Canarias Nautic Ocean Consulta Europa Centro Tecnológico de Ciencias Marinas CTM Collectivité Territoriale de Martinique ACIF ... See MoreSee Less
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1 month ago

🚀 We successfully finish the training ‘Use of Artificial Intelligence in Digital Communication for Nautical Tourism’ with Juan Ma Perals and Gerard Martínez! 🌊🤖📅 But this does not end here... We continue! On Friday 4th and 11th comes ‘Your Digital Compass: AI to navigate successfully in social networks’ with Raquel Vázquez. 🌐⚓📲 We continue learning and navigating towards the digital future with AI! 🚀⚡@followersInstituto Universitario TidesMarina do FunchalCluster Marítimo de CanariasNautic OceanConsulta EuropaCentro Tecnológico de Ciencias MarinasCTM Collectivité Territoriale de MartiniqueACIF ... See MoreSee Less
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