the Faroe Islands came up with an unusual way to support local tourism at the time of a pandemic of mers after starting the game that allows you to explore the island with local residents.
the Virtual tour follows. At a specific time agreed to participate in the experiment, the locals are wearing helmets equipped with cameras, and go for a walk around the island. Virtual tourist with a computer or phone can control the volunteer, pointing him in what direction to move. And here everything is like a real computer game: you can get the guide to turn, run and even jump. The Faroese will fulfill all of the team users if they do not endanger their health, said the founder of project Gudrid of Hougaard.
to Explore the island, you can not only on foot but also on horse, boat or enjoy the views from the height of bird flight, after the helicopter ride.
as the eyes, ears and feet of tourists, the tour guide along the way, answering questions about the island, gives advice for future real travel.
“the Guide is a unique platform that allows people in isolation stroll round the wild landscape and to regain a sense of freedom,” he Hojgaard.
using a virtual project, the Faroese hope to support tourists forced to cancel trips to the Islands due to the coronavirus. To take part in the game can people from all over the world twice a day – at 14:00 and 17:00 local time. Each user is given a minimum of 2 minutes to make a virtual journey.
