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Sustainable tourism vision for Iceland 2030

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09 December 2024

Sustainable tourism vision for Iceland 2030

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The 2030 strategy by the Icelandic Tourist Board aims to create a sustainable, profitable tourism industry that benefits local communities and the environment.

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Icelandic Tourist Board

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Geographical descriptors

Iceland

Organisation Type

Academic / Research and VET Institutions

Business Support Organisation

Company with 250 or more employees

Consumer Organisations

Cultural and Heritage Organisations

Destination Management & Marketing Organisations

EU Institutions

Financial Institutions and Investors

Industry Associations and Chambers of Commerce

International Organisations

Local Authorities

Media / Journalist Organisations

National authorities

Networks and Federations / Confederations

NGOs / Non-profits

Regional Authorities

SMEs (a company with less than 250 employees)

Social Economy Entity

Trade Unions

  • Specific types of tourism

    • Adventure tourism

    • Coastal, maritime and inland water tourism

    • Cultural tourism

    • Ecotourism

    • Education tourism

    • Festival tourism

    • Gastronomy tourism

    • Health and medical tourism

    • MICE tourism

    • Mountain tourism

    • Religious tourism

    • Rural tourism

    • Sports tourism

    • Urban/city tourism

    • Wellness tourism

  • Transition Pathway Strategic Areas

    • Governance of tourism destinations

    • Green Transition of Tourism Companies and SMEs

    • Tourism strategies

    • Well-being of residents

  • Business activities

    • Activities of amusement parks and theme parks

    • Activities of associations and other organisations supporting tourism

    • Air passenger transport

    • Camping grounds, recreational vehicle parks and trailer parks

    • Events catering and other food services

    • Festivals, cultural and entertainment activities

    • Gardens and nature reserves activities

    • Holiday Housing / Apartments and other short stay accommodation

    • Hotel and similar accommodation

    • Mobile beverage services

    • Mobile food services

    • Museums

    • Operation of historical sites

    • Other

    • Other accommodation

    • Other amusement and recreation activities

    • Other food and beverage services

    • Other holiday reservation services

    • Other tourism transportation activities

    • Rail Passenger transport

    • Recreational and sport activities

    • Restaurants, cafes and bars (Food and Beverage serving activities)

    • Road passenger transport

    • Tour operator activities

    • Travel agency activities

    • Water (sea, coastal and inland) passenger transport

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The strategy for Icelandic Tourism 2030, published by the Icelandic Tourist Board in 2023, outlines a comprehensive policy framework aimed at fostering a profitable and competitive tourism industry that harmonizes with Iceland's natural environment and local communities. 

It emphasizes sustainable development to enhance the quality of life and prosperity in Iceland, focusing on increased productivity, responsible tourism, and targeting high-value markets. The strategy includes ensuring tourism benefits local communities, promoting year-round tourism, and balancing environmental conservation with resource utilization. 

For a comprehensive analysis and further insights, please refer to the linked source on the left-hand side of the platform.

#Tourism development #Community engagement #Responsible travel #Resource efficiency #Sustainable tourism

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Leading in Sustainable Development - Icelandic Tourism 2030
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