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30 August 2024

Guidelines for responsible maritime tourism

Coastal, maritime and inland water tourism

Best practices, peer learning and networking

Improving statistics and indicators

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The European Commission's study on sustainable cruise tourism outlines industry best practices for reducing environmental impacts and promoting responsible tourism.

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Albania

Armenia

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EU-27

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Greece

Hungary

Iceland

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Serbia

Slovakia

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Cultural and Heritage Organisations

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SMEs (a company with less than 250 employees)

  • Specific types of tourism

    • Coastal, maritime and inland water tourism

  • Transition Pathway Strategic Areas

    • Best practices, peer learning and networking

    • Improving statistics and indicators

    • Sustainable mobility

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    • Water (sea, coastal and inland) passenger transport

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The European Commission released the Good Practices for Sustainable Cruise Tourism study in 2023. It compiles and evaluates the relevant data to assist cruise industry stakeholders in promoting sustainability. The industry's best practices are highlighted, such as LNG bunkering, Onshore Power Supply (OPS), environmentally friendly cruise terminals, trash treatment, food waste reduction, and comprehensive destination management. These procedures help the cruise industry ensure responsible tourism, minimise its negative effects on the environment, and increase efficiency.

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