The first “Spain Talks” event will be held on 18 September in Stockholm to celebrate excellence, the dedication and innovation with the key players of the Nordic tourism industry, who have stood out for their commitment to the promotion of sustainable tourism. You can attend this event in person or online.
CONFERENCES
In its first “Spain Talks”, the Spanish Tourist Office in Stockholm, working with its colleagues from Helsinki, Oslo and Copenhagen, has developed a comprehensive programme of round tables and presentations with leaders of major tourist entities and destinations from Spain and the Nordic countries. A day focused on sharing valuable experiences and best practices, promoting dialogue, collaboration and exchange of knowledge to promote a more responsible and sustainable tourism future.
PROGRAMME
14:30 Registration15:00 Welcome speech and presentation15:20 Lonely Planet presentation, recognition of Spain as one of the Best Sustainable Destinations of 202415:30 Panel discussion about the Impact on Destinations. Measurement and certification as tools16:30 Coffee break17:00 Presentation on accessible and inclusive tourism in Spain17:10 Panel discussion. Building sustainability . Best Green Transformation Practices18:10 Conclusions and closing ceremony19:00 Formal dinner and award-giving ceremony
AWARDS
The awards given at Spain Talks represent recognition of excellence and innovation in sustainability in the tourism sector. With a view to highlighting and celebrating initiatives that promote responsible growth in the industry, Turespaña will present the award to stakeholders and partners in the Nordic market whose commitment and dedication have contributed significantly the progress made with sustainable tourism in Spain. The awards are divided into two distinct categories and are awarded by each of the organizing countries (Sweden, Norway, Finland and Denmark): Media AwardsAward for the best content on sustainable tourism in Spain published online and offline between January 2023-May 2024. The content must evoke a reflection on tourism sustainability by addressing topics on tourist trips to alternative destinations that are not overcrowded or that highlight the material or intangible heritage of the destinations or their environmental wealth.
- Norway: Bjørn Moholdt - The package holiday adventure started here. Way2Go
- Denmark: Karin Møller-Olsen – Here are routes so attractive that they attract cyclists from all over the world. Politiken
- Sweden: Jonas Henningsson – Along the wild coast. Vagabond
- Finland: Pekka Hiltunen – ‘Extremadura: At the end of the world. Mondo
- Norway: Escape Travel – Sierra Nevada
- Denmark: Ruby Rejser – “La Palma - Den grønne Vulkanø”
- Sweden: JWA Tours – Hiking, culture, and gastronomy in the Basque Country
- Sweden: Ving. Gastronomia Km 0
- Finland: Olympia Air Travel – “Camino Dos Faros” hiking package
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