The 2017 ECTN Annual Conference has been organized in the framework of:
The United Nations 70th General Assembly has designated 2017 as the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development (IY2017), which is a unique opportunity to raise awareness on the contribution of sustainable tourism to development among public and private sector decision-makers and the public, while mobilizing all stakeholders to work together in making tourism a catalyst for positive change. IY2017 aims to support a change in policies, business practices and consumer behaviour towards a more sustainable tourism sector, facilitated by UNWTO. European Cultural Tourism Network joined the celebrations of the International Year by promoting tourism`s role in the key area of ‘Cultural Values, Diversity and Heritage’, one of the five key areas of the IY2017.
ECTN organizes an international conference since 2005 on a theme related to cultural tourism in a different country every year. For the past 4 years, the annual conference is organized in the frame of ‘European Heritage Days’ and ‘European Cooperation Day’. Our 2017 Conference theme was dovetailed with the UN IY2017 and took place within IY2017 activities.
The 10th international conference ‘Cultural Values, Diversity and Heritage: Pillars of Sustainable Tourism for Development’ discussed the latest trends in the field of cultural values, diversity and heritage towards sustainable tourism for development, including innovation, creativity, R&D and sustainable tourism product development. The conference explored major challenges, risks and opportunities for sustainable and responsible tourism development related to cultural values, diversity and heritage, as well as suggest practical steps for the development and marketing of cultural tourism products and services. ECTN as a signatory of the ‘European Tourism Manifesto for Growth & Jobs' has included this Conference in the Manifesto Working Programme 2017.
The conference was organised in close cooperation with Sibiu County Tourism Association and in conjunction with the Interreg Europe project CHRISTA – Culture and Heritage for Responsible, Innovative and Sustainable Tourism Actions (2016 – 2020).
- UN International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development 2017, facilitated by UNWTO
- European Heritage Days 2017
- European Cooperation Day
- European Tourism Manifesto for Growth and Jobs
- Interreg Europe project CHRISTA (Culture and Heritage for Responsible Innovative and Sustainable Tourism Actions).
The United Nations 70th General Assembly has designated 2017 as the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development (IY2017), which is a unique opportunity to raise awareness on the contribution of sustainable tourism to development among public and private sector decision-makers and the public, while mobilizing all stakeholders to work together in making tourism a catalyst for positive change. IY2017 aims to support a change in policies, business practices and consumer behaviour towards a more sustainable tourism sector, facilitated by UNWTO. European Cultural Tourism Network joined the celebrations of the International Year by promoting tourism`s role in the key area of ‘Cultural Values, Diversity and Heritage’, one of the five key areas of the IY2017.
ECTN organizes an international conference since 2005 on a theme related to cultural tourism in a different country every year. For the past 4 years, the annual conference is organized in the frame of ‘European Heritage Days’ and ‘European Cooperation Day’. Our 2017 Conference theme was dovetailed with the UN IY2017 and took place within IY2017 activities.
The 10th international conference ‘Cultural Values, Diversity and Heritage: Pillars of Sustainable Tourism for Development’ discussed the latest trends in the field of cultural values, diversity and heritage towards sustainable tourism for development, including innovation, creativity, R&D and sustainable tourism product development. The conference explored major challenges, risks and opportunities for sustainable and responsible tourism development related to cultural values, diversity and heritage, as well as suggest practical steps for the development and marketing of cultural tourism products and services. ECTN as a signatory of the ‘European Tourism Manifesto for Growth & Jobs' has included this Conference in the Manifesto Working Programme 2017.
The conference was organised in close cooperation with Sibiu County Tourism Association and in conjunction with the Interreg Europe project CHRISTA – Culture and Heritage for Responsible, Innovative and Sustainable Tourism Actions (2016 – 2020).
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Message by the UNWTO Secretary-General Message by the Committee of the Regions
ECTN Annual Conference 2017
The United Nations 70th General Assembly has designated 2017 as the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development (IY2017), which is a unique opportunity to raise awareness on the contribution of sustainable tourism to development among public and private sector decision-makers and the public, while mobilizing all stakeholders to work together in making tourism a catalyst for positive change.
IY2017 aims to support a change in policies, business practices and consumer behavior towards a more sustainable tourism sector, facilitated by UNWTO.
European Cultural Tourism Network joined the celebrations of the International Year by promoting tourism`s role in the key area of ‘Cultural Values, Diversity and Heritage’, one of the five key areas of the IY2017.
This Conference theme is dovetailed with the UN IY2017 and will take place within IY2017 activities.
The 10th international conference ‘Cultural Values, Diversity and Heritage: Pillars of Sustainable Tourism for Development’ will discuss the latest trends in the field of cultural values, diversity and heritage towards sustainable tourism for development, including innovation, creativity, R&D and sustainable tourism product development.
Presenters are invited to showcase relevant experience and case studies, share their best practices, give detailed examples and provide practical recommendations to preserving, restoring, deploying and promoting cultural values, diversity and heritage for sustainable tourism development.
The submitted Abstracts should address at least one of the following topics linked to tourism:
You can get involved through one of the following session types:
Presentations. Latest trends and case studies discussed. Best practices, methods and concepts of successful implementation.
Panel Debates. Panellists will share examples and views, while engaging the audience into an open discussion and short contributions.
Parallel Sessions. Useful knowledge generated through a number of interactive activities in an informal and creative atmosphere.
The Conference venue: Ramada hotel.
The United Nations 70th General Assembly has designated 2017 as the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development (IY2017), which is a unique opportunity to raise awareness on the contribution of sustainable tourism to development among public and private sector decision-makers and the public, while mobilizing all stakeholders to work together in making tourism a catalyst for positive change.
IY2017 aims to support a change in policies, business practices and consumer behavior towards a more sustainable tourism sector, facilitated by UNWTO.
European Cultural Tourism Network joined the celebrations of the International Year by promoting tourism`s role in the key area of ‘Cultural Values, Diversity and Heritage’, one of the five key areas of the IY2017.
This Conference theme is dovetailed with the UN IY2017 and will take place within IY2017 activities.
The 10th international conference ‘Cultural Values, Diversity and Heritage: Pillars of Sustainable Tourism for Development’ will discuss the latest trends in the field of cultural values, diversity and heritage towards sustainable tourism for development, including innovation, creativity, R&D and sustainable tourism product development.
Presenters are invited to showcase relevant experience and case studies, share their best practices, give detailed examples and provide practical recommendations to preserving, restoring, deploying and promoting cultural values, diversity and heritage for sustainable tourism development.
The submitted Abstracts should address at least one of the following topics linked to tourism:
- Cultural values contribution to sustainable tourism
- Cultural diversity: synergies or barriers for tourism development ?
- Heritage interpretation facilities for cultural tourism
- Sustainable management of heritage sites
- Cultural tourism as a driver for sustainable development
- Smart destinations: requirements for cultural tourism
- Place marketing and branding of cultural destinations
- European Heritage Label initiatives
You can get involved through one of the following session types:
Presentations. Latest trends and case studies discussed. Best practices, methods and concepts of successful implementation.
Panel Debates. Panellists will share examples and views, while engaging the audience into an open discussion and short contributions.
Parallel Sessions. Useful knowledge generated through a number of interactive activities in an informal and creative atmosphere.
The Conference venue: Ramada hotel.
Important dates
Closing date for submission of Abstract: 20 July 2017
Submission approval: 3 August 2017
Presentation submission: 10 September 2017
The Conference: 20 – 21 September 2017
Registration for the conference: 1 September 2017
ECTN as a signatory of the ‘European Tourism Manifesto for Growth & Jobs' has included this Conference in the Manifesto Working Programme 2017.
The conference is organised in close cooperation with Sibiu County Tourism Association and in conjunction with the Interreg Europe project CHRISTA – Culture and Heritage for Responsible, Innovative and Sustainable Tourism Actions (2016 – 2020).
The conference is organised in close cooperation with Sibiu County Tourism Association and in conjunction with the Interreg Europe project CHRISTA – Culture and Heritage for Responsible, Innovative and Sustainable Tourism Actions (2016 – 2020).
