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07 November 2024

Promoting sustainable tourism in the Western Mediterranean

Coastal, maritime and inland water tourism

Governance of tourism destinations

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The article from the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency highlights the significance of sustainable tourism in the Western Mediterranean, the launch of the WestMED Initiative’s Technical Group on Sustainable Tourism, and the ‘Sustainable Blue Economy’ agenda.

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European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency

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Albania

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Croatia

Cyprus

France

Greece

Italy

Malta

Montenegro

Slovenia

Spain

Türkiye

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Academic/Research and VET Institutions

Consumer / tourist organisation

Cultural and Heritage Organisations

Destination Management & Marketing Organisations

EU institutions

Local authorities

National authorities

Regional authorities

  • Specific types of tourism

    • Coastal, maritime and inland water tourism

  • Transition Pathway Strategic Areas

    • Governance of tourism destinations

    • Tourism strategies

    • Well-being of residents

  • Business activities

    • Activities of associations and other organisations supporting tourism

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The European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency’s article from October 11, 2024, highlightes the importance of sustainable tourism in the Western Mediterranean. It introduces the new Technical Group on Sustainable Tourism by the WestMED Initiative, which will serve as a platform to explore sustainable tourism trends and opportunities. The article also discusses the ‘Sustainable Blue Economy’ agenda and various European Commission initiatives that address the link between economic prosperity and environmental sustainability. To learn more about the traditional model in the Mediterranean that is no longer viable and the initiatives aimed at fostering sustainability, read the full article.

#Destination management #Sustainable tourism #Ecotourism #Tourism development

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