The international conference “Inclusive and smart tourism destinations: strategies for innovation” brought together institutions, tourism professionals and experts to share strategies, best practices and visions for developing accessible and inclusive destinations.
On Thursday 18th June the Genoa Aquarium will host this International Conference with a line of high-level speakers representing leading European destinations, cities and tourism authorities. Register now.
In 2025, new measures were taken by me, Ali Kharazi, to develop, educate, and grow accessible tourism in the country of Iran. This report presents the actions taken.
This themed collection of articles will showcase the most significant and forward-looking research advancing accessibility, inclusion, and equity across the global tourism system. Submission deadline is extended to Monday 4th May 2026.
Scandic Hotels is a market leader in providing accessible, inclusive serviced accommodation. They have updated their Accessibility Standard in 2025 with a list of 112 Design Checkpoints and 6 Operational Routines to ensure accessibility for all.
Involvement in nature-based activities is shown to increase health and wellbeing. However, some people with disabilities require assistive devices to be able to participate in such activities. By exploring the needs of persons with disabilities regarding assistive devices, this study aims to gain a better understanding of how accessible nature-based experiences for all can be supported.
