In April 2024, association representatives from Europe’s travel and tourism sector, both business and leisure, convened in Rhodes, Greece, to sign a Joint Declaration. This landmark agreement outlines a shared roadmap to advance sustainability in the tourism sector.

Key priorities include advancing decarbonisation, promoting collaboration across the sector and engaging policymakers in constructive dialogue. Together, we aim to ensure a sustainable and resilient future for European travel and tourism.

The Industry’s Key Sustainability Asks to EU Institutions (2024-2029)

●  Simplify regulatory frameworks

● Allow adequate transition time

● Increase EU support and incentives

● Include travel and tourism energy needs in policies

● Boost competitiveness

● promote intermodality

These actions will enable the sector to align with sustainability goals, while maintaining competitiveness and resilience

The organisations endorsing the Joint Declaration:
● Airlines for Europe (A4E)
● Airports Council International (ACI EUROPE)
● Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA)
● European Travel Agents’ and Tour Operators’ Association (ECTAA)
● European Exhibition Industry Alliance (EEIA)
● European Regions Airline Association (ERA)
● European Association of Hotels, Restaurants and Cafes (HOTREC)
● The Global Association for the Attractions Industry (IAAPA)
● International Road Transport Union (IRU)
● European Federation of Rural Tourism (RURALTOUR)

Download the Leaflet with the Industry’s Key Sustainability Asks to EU Institutions here.