European Ecotourism Conference 2010

European Ecotourism Conference “Balancing Sustainability and Profitability” will be held 26.-30. of September 2010 in Pärnu, Estonia.

Conference will bring together 200+ people with aim to share knowledge and experience on ecotourism themes in Europe. Programme includes presentations and discussions.

Registration for the EETC 2010 is open now, and the special early-bird rate is available through August 15th, 2010.

Conference Mission:
The European Ecotourism Conference aims to serve as a European-wide forum where stakeholders involved in ecotourism can gain insight into the current state of ecotourism development and future challenges, as well as opportunities, facing European destinations and communities.

Conference Themes:
Ecotourism and Biodiversity Conservation
Community-Based Ecotourism in Europe
Climate-Friendly Travel Strategies and Adaptation to Climate Change
Ecotourism and Certification Programs
Innovation in Ecotourism Product Development
Market Trends and New Rules of Ecotourism Marketing

Target Groups:
Ecotourism businesses, conservation managers, consultancies, public sector authorities, NGOs, media, academics, researchers, students.

Organizers:
Estonian Ecotourism Association, The International Ecotourism Society

Technical Assistance:
Pärnu Convention Bureau

Supporters:
Estonian Tourist Board, Estonian University of Life Sciences, Pärnu Town, Estonian Ecotourism Cluster

More information:
www.european-ecotourism.com/conference-2010
Mr. Aivar Ruukel
e-mail: european.ecotourism@gmail.com