Highlights from the Baltic Sea Tourism Forum 2023

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In the heart of Tallinn, where medieval charm meets modern innovation, the Baltic Sea Tourism Forum 2023 unfolded, bringing together over 100 enthusiastic participants from across the globe. Against the picturesque backdrop of the Baltic Sea, these visionaries converged to discuss and ideate, paving the way for a greener, more sustainable Baltic Sea region.

The BSTF, organized by the EUSBSR Policy Area Tourism Coordinators from Pomorskie Tourist Board and Council of Oulu Region, gathered tourism experts, policymakers, academia and industry leaders who discussed the pressing issues concerning the green tourism practices, sustainable boating, new trends in tourism and regenerative tourism actions. The atmosphere buzzed with optimism and determination as participants shared innovative solutions and success stories.

Initiatives empowering local businesses and preserving cultural heritage were also highlighted, showcasing how responsible tourism could uplift communities while preserving their unique identity.

Ideas like joint transnational projects, shared resources, and knowledge exchange programs were discussed, promising a future where the region thrives sustainably. It was great to have the representatives from the Interreg Baltic Sea Region Programme and Interreg South Baltic Programme Joint Secretariats onsite, so attendees used this to consult their project ideas.

The Baltic Sea Tourism Forum 2023 was a conference, a call to action, and a commitment to making BSR tourism greener and more sustainable.

The final session summarised the day filled with tourism topics and revealed the place and date for the following year's BSTF - the event will take place on 4-5 June 2024 in Oulu, Finland.

Presentations from the Baltic Sea Tourism Forum 2023: