The 3rd World Summit on Accessible Tourism will take place in Turin, Italy, and stands as one of the most significant international events dedicated to accessible tourism. Following the success of the first two editions in Montreal (2014) and Brussels (2018), this third Summit aims to bring together global experts, institutions, businesses, and civil society to promote inclusive tourism solutions and share knowledge, experiences, and best practices.
The event offers a unique and exceptional opportunity to network, exchange ideas, and build meaningful global partnerships focused on making tourism accessible for all.
Main Goals of the Summit:
- Promote a culture of accessibility across the tourism sector;
- Foster national and international strategies and policies for inclusive tourism;
- Share global success stories and good practices;
- Highlight the economic potential of accessible tourism;
- Support the adoption of innovative technologies to improve accessibility;
- Advance training, education, and inclusive employment in tourism-related fields.
Why Turin Turin is one of Italy’s leading tourist destinations, rich in history, culture, and natural beauty. Home to over 40 museums—including the world-famous Egyptian Museum—and a vibrant culinary tradition, Turin provides the perfect setting for an event centered on inclusion, accessibility, and innovation. The city and the Summit both reflect a strong commitment to sustainability and universal hospitality.
An Accessible, Inclusive, and Sustainable Event The entire 2025 Summit will be organized in accordance with the UNI ISO 20121 international standard for sustainable events, ensuring that best practices are followed throughout all stages of planning and delivery, to provide a fully accessible and inclusive environment for all participants.
Key Topics:
- Accessible Tourism Business and Marketing Strategies
- Visitor Economy: The Value of Accessibility
- Incentives and Support Mechanisms for SMEs
- National Strategies for Accessible Tourism
- Education, Training, Skills Development & Inclusive Employment
- Digital Accessibility: Websites, Apps, Chatbots
- New Technologies: AI, Virtual Reality, Navigation Tools
- Accessibility in Cultural Heritage through Innovation
- Good Practice Examples from Around the World
- Mobility, Transport and Wayfinding
Program Overview:
The detailed program will be announced soon. It will include keynote speeches, thematic roundtables, parallel sessions, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities with international experts, policy-makers, industry professionals, and representatives from the disability community.
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