How to participate in the World Summit on Accessible Tourism in Turin

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The city of the Mole Antonelliana is preparing to host one of the most important events in the global accessible tourism landscape: the third World Summit on Accessible Tourism “Destinations for All”, which will take place on 5th to 7th of October 2025 at the Lingotto Convention Centre in Turin.

The international event represents a unique opportunity for experts, tourism sector operators, institutions and organizations from around the world to compare best practices for making tourism truly inclusive and accessible to all, including people with specific access needs.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR ACTIVE PARTICIPATION: HOW TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE SUMMIT PROGRAMME

The organization, management, promotion and delivery of tourism services constitute the thematic heart of the event.

There is still time to propose original content that can become part of the official programme! The deadline for abstract submission has been extended to June 16, 2025.

Participants can include holders of established good practices, those who wish to share a significant experience, or those who want to propose an innovative idea in the field of accessibility: this is the opportunity to actively contribute to a high-level discussion with professionals, institutions and stakeholders committed to building more inclusive tourism.

Selected contributions will be presented in plenary sessions, parallel workshops and poster spaces, giving voice to concrete and replicable experiences in a multidisciplinary and international context.

DISCOUNTED RATES FOR REGISTRATION: EARLY BIRD OFFER UNTIL JULY 14

To encourage the broadest possible participation, the Summit offers a range of flexible and accessible pricing options:

Early bird rate (valid until July 14): ✔️ €210 for three days (October 5–7)
Standard rate (valid from July 15 to September 24): ✔️ €270 for three days
Last minute and on-site rate (until October 5): ✔️ €300
Single day: ✔️ €120
Discounted rate for caregivers: ✔️ €110
Early bird rate will apply to authors of accepted Abstracts.

All participants will have access to plenaries, parallel sessions, networking, exhibition area and congress materials.

A PROGRAMME RICH IN CONTENT

The Summit programme is being finalised and will address the challenges and opportunities of accessible tourism through thematic sessions dedicated to the most current topics in the sector:

Accessible Tourism and Business: focus on economic opportunities and commercial development Education, training and skills development: for professional growth in the sector Mobility, transport and navigation: infrastructure for truly accessible tourism New technologies for accessible tourism: challenges and opportunities of digital innovation Accessible cultural heritage destinations and sites Best practices in accessible tourism: concrete examples of success from around the world The programme will include plenary and parallel sessions, with spaces dedicated to networking, exhibitions and scientific poster presentations.

Exhibitors are welcome to promote their products and service at the venue. See our website for details.

ORGANISERS AND PROMOTERS

The third World Summit on Accessible Tourism – “Destinations for All” takes place in collaboration with UN Tourism, the United Nations agency that promotes sustainable and inclusive tourism, providing a key opportunity to strengthen the global network of accessible destinations.

The event is organised by a Steering Committee composed of public entities and associations committed to tourism inclusion, including CPD, IsITT, ENAT, Kéroul, CAWaB, Turismo Torino e Provincia, ISTO, OPES Italia and ITS Academy Turismo Piemonte, with organisational support from Centro Congressi Internazionale S.r.l. and Symposium S.r.l.

Testifying to the importance of the initiative for the territory, the Summit has received official patronage from the City of Turin, the Piedmont Region and Confesercenti Nazionale.

TURIN, A MODEL OF ACCESSIBILITY AND INNOVATION

The choice of Turin as the Summit venue is no coincidence. The Piedmontese capital has earned the prestigious title of European Capital of Smart Tourism 2025, a recognition awarded by the European Commission that evaluated the city’s ability to become more inclusive, accessible and sustainable, while maintaining its distinctive character and balancing urban development with cultural conservation and sustainability.

Rich in history, cultural and natural beauty, Turin stands out as one of Italy’s main tourist destinations, a dynamic and vibrant city that preserves the memory of splendid palaces, royal residences, monuments and over 40 museums, including the famous Egyptian Museum, as well as a renowned food and wine tradition.