As the tourism industry faces the dual challenges of overtourism and environmental impact, leading destinations are actively seeking innovative solutions to ensure sustainable growth. The Tourism Innovation Summit (TIS) 2024, set to convene key players from around the globe, will serve as a platform for sharing best practices and exploring emerging trends in sustainable tourism.
Cities like Rome, Amsterdam, Madrid, and Venice, renowned for their captivating attractions, are grappling with the pressures of overcrowding. At TIS2024, these destinations will engage in crucial discussions about innovative strategies to manage visitor flows, protect their cultural heritage, and promote sustainable tourism practices.
The summit will delve into a range of critical topics, focusing on the future of sustainable tourism:
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Circular Economy:
Experts will explore how the tourism industry can adopt circular practices to reduce waste, conserve resources, and minimize its environmental footprint. This shift towards a circular economy promises to make tourism more environmentally responsible.*
Inclusive Tourism:
Speakers will discuss strategies to ensure that tourism benefits all segments of society. This includes promoting accessibility, diversity, and inclusivity, making tourism experiences more equitable and welcoming for everyone.*
Regenerative Tourism:
The summit will showcase initiatives that aim to restore and enhance ecosystems, support local communities, and create positive social and environmental impacts. Regenerative tourism goes beyond minimizing harm and seeks to actively restore and enhance the places it touches.*
Climate Change and ESG:
Leading figures will address the urgent need for the tourism industry to address climate change and integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into their operations. This critical topic highlights the responsibility of the tourism sector to contribute to a more sustainable future.TIS2024 will feature an impressive lineup of renowned experts from around the world, including:
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Snorri Valsson:
PR & Media at Icelandic Tourist Board*
Leire Bilbao:
Manager at VisitBenidorm*
Miguel Figueroa:
Lead Manager at TUI Care Foundation*
Alessandra Priante:
President of ENIT*
Andrew Agius Muscat:
CEO at Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association*
Carlos Costa:
Full Professor at the University of Aveiro*
Antonio Lopez De Avila:
Director of Innovation, Education, and Investment at UNWTO*
Filippos Venetopoulos:
Chief Executive Officer at Variety Cruises*
Elena Martin Cuesta:
Director of Sustainability at Ilunion Hotels*
Sascha Gill:
Chief Executive Officer at United Waterways*
Magali Bertolucci:
Head of Diversity, Inclusion, and Wellbeing at MSC CruisesFor the second consecutive year, TIS will host A World for Travel (AWFT), a dedicated forum for discussing critical issues in sustainable tourism. This year’s AWFT will focus on climate change, ESG, and sustainable financing, highlighting the need for financial solutions to support the transition towards a more sustainable tourism industry.
TIS2024 promises to be a pivotal event for the future of tourism, bringing together industry leaders, experts, and innovators to shape a more responsible and sustainable approach to travel and exploration.
