Innovating Tourism & Culture (EU Funded)

Mazi Travel proudly serves as a lead Coordinator for pioneering programs funded by the European Mazi Travel & Events plays an active role as a Coordinator Participant in European Union-funded programs, contributing dynamically to the creation of innovative tourism and cultural products. In close collaboration with the European Commission and international partners, the company designs and implements initiatives that showcase cultural heritage, strengthen sustainable tourism development, and offer visitors modern, interactive experiences.

Through its participation in three major European projects, Mazi Travel makes use of cutting-edge technologies, such as augmented and virtual reality applications, creating products that connect the past with the present. These projects contribute to strengthening the local economy, promoting lesser-known destinations, and diversifying Greece’s tourism offering.

The experience and expertise of our team ensure the successful implementation of these projects, delivering value to both visitors and our partners, while reinforcing the company’s position as a pioneer in modern thematic and cultural tourism.

DIVE IN HISTORY – Diving into History

Discover shipwrecks and enjoy a unique experience between history and marine adventure.

DIVE IN HISTORY invites you on an exciting journey into the depths of the Mediterranean, where history meets exploration. Choose destinations with remarkable shipwrecks from the Classical period and enjoy an experience that combines culture, adventure, and natural beauty. From Alonissos to Methoni and from San Pietro to Crotone, each destination reveals a unique underwater world.

The experience is designed both for freediving enthusiasts and for those who prefer organized activities, while also offering high-quality accommodation options. DIVE IN HISTORY is not just a trip, but an authentic life experience that brings visitors closer to the secrets of the sea and history.

View the programs here http://www.diveinhistory.com/

SAIL IN HISTORY – Sailing Along the Ancient Maritime Routes of Magna Graecia

Experiential sailing cruises that combine history, culture and marine exploration

SAIL IN HISTORY is an innovative family of tourism products that revives the ancient maritime routes from Metropolitan Greece to Southern Italy and the Ionian coasts of Calabria, within the context of Magna Graecia. Through experiential sailing cruises, participants travel back in time, following the traces of migrations that took place 23 centuries ago.

The program offers a unique combination of cultural, scientific, and recreational experiences: seabed exploration, an introduction to the history of Magna Graecia, the study of the evolution of pottery along the Ionian Sea, as well as insights into the conservation of underwater cultural heritage. At the same time, it highlights contemporary issues, such as raising awareness about microplastics in the sea.

With activities such as diving, kitesurfing, themed guided tours, and gastronomic experiences inspired by the Mediterranean diet, SAIL IN HISTORY offers a journey of knowledge and experience that goes beyond the boundaries of traditional tourism.

View the programs here: www.sailinhistory.eu

ME DRY DIVE – Discover the Seabed Without Diving

Innovative “dry diving” experiences that bring underwater cultural heritage closer to everyone.

Creation of Personalized ‘Dry Diving’ Experiences to Promote Mediterranean Underwater Cultural Heritage Sites as Distinctive and Unique Tourism Destinations

MeDryDive focuses on the design of a new transnational thematic tourism product centered on Underwater Cultural Heritage as a main tourist attraction. The innovation of MeDryDive lies in the integration of personalized Cultural and Creative Industry (CCI) applications into the tourism product.

The digital content and CCI applications developed through the project enrich the tourist experience and spark visitors’ interest in diving and in the Underwater Cultural Heritage of the Mediterranean.

For this project, we were awarded at the Tourism Awards 2022.

View the programs here: https://medrydive.eu/

This product won the Gold Award at the Tourism Awards 2022 in the Technology Enhanced Experience category.

Imathia As Slow As Possible – The Authentic Slow Tourism Experience

Sustainable journeys in Imathia with respect for the environment, the local community, and cultural heritage.

The tourism product “Imathia As Slow As Possible” is a comprehensive slow tourism proposal, designed according to the principles of sustainability and authentic travel experiences. Aligned with the European Green Deal and the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, it consistently covers all key aspects of travel: transportation, accommodation, gastronomy, and activities.

In Imathia, visitors have the opportunity to discover the destination at a slower pace, focusing on their connection with nature, local culture, and the everyday life of the residents. Imathia A.s.A.P. promotes responsible practices, strengthens the local economy, and encourages travelers to participate in activities with a positive environmental and social impact.

It is a modern approach to tourism that creates value for everyone: visitors, local communities, and the natural environment.

This product won the Gold Award at the Green Brand Awards 2023 and the Silver Award at the Tourism Awards 2023 in the Sustainability / Sustainable Tourism Development category.

xpRience_Thess -Thessaloniki’s Living History Through Technology

Innovative walking routes enhanced with Extended Reality applications.

The heroes of our story

The XpRience_Thess Project connects Culture and Tourism with the aim of developing sustainable cultural tourism in Thessaloniki. Through a modern and alternative tourism product, walking routes of historical and cultural interest are created, enriched with Virtual and Augmented Reality applications (AR/VR).

Visitors explore more than 10 points of historical interest, gaining a unique experiential journey through 3D animations, videos, audio narrations, and interactive content. At the same time, a dedicated mobile application serves as a digital guide, offering navigation and real-time information.

The Project highlights the social and cultural evolution of the city during the 20th century, bringing visitors closer to the everyday life and events that shaped its modern identity. It is implemented within the framework of the “Innovation Investment Plans” Action of Central Macedonia, co-funded by the European Regional Development Fund and national resources.

View the program here: https://www.xpriencethess.eu/

This product won the Bronze Award at the Tourism Awards 2026 in the Culture category.