Good practices

In February 2023, the EU’s Blue Economy Observatory published a comprehensive guide titled Good practices for sustainable cruise tourism, offering actionable insights for cruise operators, destinations, and stakeholders. This publication evaluates proven, innovative strategies that help the cruise sector reduce...

Palma Nana is a pioneering social cooperative dedicated to environmental education and responsible tourism, founded in 1983 in Sicily. Its mission is to help people—especially children and youth—connect with nature, learn ecological values, and foster sustainable behaviors through immersive experiences....

The UNESCO Sustainable Tourism Toolkit is a step-by-step guide for managing sustainable tourism at World Heritage Sites. Designed for site managers, tourism professionals, and local authorities, it offers practical tools to balance tourism development with heritage conservation. The toolkit focuses...

Sustainable tourism plays a pivotal role in achieving the UN’s 2030 Agenda. The UN’s SDG platform highlights its significance by linking tourism to economic growth (SDG 8), responsible consumption (SDG 12), and conservation of oceans (SDG 14). What Is Sustainable Tourism? The UN...

The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) promotes responsible, sustainable and universally accessible tourism that supports the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Tourism plays a key role in tackling global challenges—from climate change to poverty reduction. Through...

“Keep Our Sand and Sea Plastic Free” is a tourism sustainability campaign in Cyprus which aims to reduce plastic pollution on beaches and in the sea. The project focuses on eliminating single-use plastics in popular coastal areas like Ayia Napa,...

In September 2021, the European Travel Commission (ETC) released the Handbook on Encouraging Sustainable Tourism Practices, a practical guide designed to help National Tourism Organisations (NTOs) and Destination Management Organisations (DMOs) promote sustainable tourism across Europe. This handbook aims to...

Published in May 2022, the Circular Economy: Leading Circularity in Travel and Tourism report—conducted by Harvard School of Public Health for the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) - offers a forward-thinking roadmap for implementing circular economy principles across the...

In an age where tourism often prioritizes speed and convenience, Cammini d’Italia invites travelers to slow down and rediscover Italy at a human pace. This innovative digital platform is dedicated to promoting slow and sustainable tourism through the country’s rich...