THE GASTRONOMIC OFFERINGS IN THE CAMPSITES OF GIRONA (SPAIN)

Abstract

In recent years, tourist interest in local cuisine at tourist destinations has increased notably, perhaps not as the main motivation for the trip, but an influential part of it. This article reflects on the gastronomic offerings found by tourists who frequent campsites in the province of Girona, Catalonia (Spain). The websites of the campsites are analysed and a survey of campsite managers was carried out to know the origin of the culinary dishes they offer and whether these are prepared from scratch or not. The research concludes that the offerings vary depending on whether the establishments are in the coastal area or more inland. Scant gastronomic promotion is done on the websites of the camping areas, in contrast to the efforts made by the dmo’s to provide international information regarding the regional culinary traditions.