The conference Towards Resilient Destinations: Integrating Nature, Culture and Tourism for Sustainable Futures (April, 23-24, 2026, Ionian Academy, Corfu, Greece) will explore how destinations can build resilience while addressing environmental, social, and economic challenges. It brings together leading voices from academia, policy, and practice to discuss three key themes: nature conservation and climate resilience, cultural heritage and creative economies, and innovations shaping tourism futures. With a focus on the Mediterranean, while drawing lessons for the wider world, it aims to inspire new ideas, foster collaboration, and showcase pathways towards more resilient destinations. 

As the Towards Resilient Destinations Conference explores the balance between development and conservation, local examples are welcome. Erimitis, a largely untouched coastal area on Corfu’s northeastern coast, hosts forests, wetlands, and secluded coves, highlighting the ecological richness that underpins sustainable futures.