The European Ecotourism Conference titled "Balancing Sustainability and Profitability" will be held September 26-30, 2010 in Pärnu, Estonia to bring together over 200 people from various ecotourism fields to share knowledge and experiences through presentations and discussions on topics related to European ecotourism development, conservation, climate change strategies, certification programs, and marketing trends. Registration is open now with an early bird discount until August 15.

1. 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