Internal meeting CPMR-Intermediterranean Commission Task Force on Culture and Sustainable Tourism

Organized by: CPMR-IMC with the support of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport of Andalusian Government

Date and Time

November 20^th | 3.30 PM - 6.30 PM | Room 6

This side event corresponds to an internal meeting of the member regions of the CPMR's Intermediterranean Commission.
Mediterranean Regional tourism departments and agencies, as well as a number of observers working on the subject, will meet to discuss best practice in sustainable tourism and exp...

This side event corresponds to an internal meeting of the member regions of the CPMR's Intermediterranean Commission.
Mediterranean Regional tourism departments and agencies, as well as a number of observers working on the subject, will meet to discuss best practice in sustainable tourism and explore opportunities for cooperation with the objective of strengthening the governance of sustainable tourism in the Mediterranean.

Climate adaptation in tourism: Building capacity and policy integration

Organized by: Interreg Euro-MED Sustainable Tourism Mission Programme

Date and Time

November 21^st | 09.00 AM - 11.15 AM

This side event marks the 2nd Joint Annual Forum of the Interreg Euro-MED Sustainable Tourism Mission and aims to inspire and contribute to the adaptation and mitigation of climate change effects throughout the Mediterranean tourism ecosystem.

Regional tourism departments and DMO's will have...

This side event marks the 2nd Joint Annual Forum of the Interreg Euro-MED Sustainable Tourism Mission and aims to inspire and contribute to the adaptation and mitigation of climate change effects throughout the Mediterranean tourism ecosystem.

Regional tourism departments and DMO's will have the opportunity to receive clear and adaptable guidance on developing climate action plans through a Capacity Building session.

The event will culminate in a policy debate on "Adapting and Mitigating Climate Change in Tourism: Strategies & Policies” highlighting the views of a wide range of stakeholders, from representatives of regional tourism networks, environmental and development organisations, corporate ocean responsibility advocates, to initiatives for the sustainable development of the blue economy in the western Mediterranean region.

Sustainable Tourism in the Western Mediterranean. Launch of the WestMED Tourism Technical Group

Organized by: WestMED Initiative

Date and Time

November 21^st | 11.30 AM - 1.30 PM | Room 7

The WestMED Blue Economy Initiative, a joint partnership supported by the European Commission under the EMFF on behalf of DG MARE, will launch a new Technical Group on Sustainable Tourism.

One of the key objectives of the WestMED Initiative is to "strengthen the competitiveness and sustainabi...

The WestMED Blue Economy Initiative, a joint partnership supported by the European Commission under the EMFF on behalf of DG MARE, will launch a new Technical Group on Sustainable Tourism.

One of the key objectives of the WestMED Initiative is to "strengthen the competitiveness and sustainability of the coastal and maritime tourism sector, as part of a smart and resilient blue economy. All this, preserving the marine and coastal environment, as well as the marine cultural heritage, and contributing to the attractiveness of coastal areas through ecotourism, digitalization, and mobilization of public-private investments".

This side event will be the "official launch" of the technical group, as well as serving as a hackathon for some specific project ideas/proposals.

Internal Meeting NaTour4CChange Project. Reconnecting Tourism and Nature Towards a Climate Resilient Mediterranean

Organized by: International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) with the support of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport of Andalusian Government

Date and Time

November 21^st | 3.30 PM - 6.30 PM | Room 6

Employment Opportunities in the Sustainable Coastal Tourism Sector

Organized by: Blue-jobs

Date and Time

November 22^nd | 09.00 AM - 11.00 AM | Room 7

The purpose of the workshop is to provide a comprehensive overview of the employment opportunities that the blue economy can offer, especially in the sustainable coastal tourism sector. Various industry experts, including diving, marine protected areas, fishing-tourism, cruises, among others, will d...

The purpose of the workshop is to provide a comprehensive overview of the employment opportunities that the blue economy can offer, especially in the sustainable coastal tourism sector. Various industry experts, including diving, marine protected areas, fishing-tourism, cruises, among others, will describe the skills needed and the professional profile they are seeking for the new emerging jobs, as well as the challenges and opportunities of each sector.

A networking space will allow for strategic connections between leading companies in these fields and a diverse group of industry professionals and students, fostering collaboration and employment opportunities.