How to check-in to Grand Hotel Europa

What does it mean to feel European?  Bestselling Dutch author, Ilja Leonard Pfeijffer, asked himself the same question before writing “Grand Hotel Europa”. In this talk, we look at European identity, the nostalgia that defines it, the phenomenon of mass tourism that floods Venice as well as unexpected ties between immigrants and tourists and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Europe Matters is a bold, fresh & curious podcast series that delves deep into thought-provoking questions pertinent to where Europe is at and where it is heading. On a bi-weekly basis, our host Paolo Destilo discusses these issues with thought leaders, artists, academics, writers, comedians, actors, civil society leaders, activists and all those who care about the future of Europe. Their experiences and vested interest in European matters make their insight only more valuable. If you are wondering what's going on in the Old Continent and want to learn more, this is the perfect show for you! It gives you the tools to examine (inter)national issues from a glocal perspective.Chek out our website for more: https://europematters.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.