Faces of Tourism with Manca Istinič: Even one Potato Makes a Difference

Faces of Tourism (Obrazi turizma) is a podcast created within the celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Faculty of Tourism Studies – Turistica, University of Primorska. It reveals the stories and experiences of experts and dedicated professionals from the tourism industry. Guests share behind-the-scenes insights into this dynamic field that connects people, cultures, and places. Each episode offers a unique perspective on the world of tourism through personal narratives and valuable experiences.

Manca Istinič, a graduate of Turistica, now works in the public relations department at Hiša Franko. Did you know that her responsibilities include managing the schedule od Ana Roš, coordinating menus, and arranging flights and visas? On top of that, she also handles event organization both in Slovenia and abroad. Working for a chef with three Michelin stars definitely doesn't come with a comfort zone. And what’s her favorite dish? The Ješprenj barley stew. Learn all about Slovenia’s most famous restaurant in the Faces of Tourism podcast.

The podcast is hosted by student Ana Šenk.

The conversation was organized as part of the project Green, Digital and Inclusive University of Primorska (GDI UP).

The project is co-financed by the Republic of Slovenia, the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, and the European Union – NextGenerationEU. The project is implemented in accordance with the Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP) under the development area Smart, Sustainable and Inclusive Growth, component Strengthening competencies, in particular digital competencies and those required by the new professions and the green transition (C3 K5), for the investment measure Investment F. Implementation of pilot projects, the results of which will serve as a basis for the preparation of a roadmap for the reform of higher education for a green and resilient transition to a Society 5.0: project Pilot Projects for the Reform of Higher Education for a Green and Resilient Transition.