The 3rd Pilot Destinations Exchange Workshop, co-organised by IUCN Med and hosted by the Municipality of Villasimius Marine Protected Area of Capo Carbonara, concluded on 17 April with a guided field visit to 
organized by the Capo Carbonara MPA team, highlighting the delicate balance between environmental conservation and sustainable tourism in practice.
By the end of the three-day workshop, concrete next steps had not only been identified but also aligned across all participating destinations, giving the project a clear and coordinated path forward. Participants left with strengthened partnerships built on trust, active collaboration, and a deeper understanding of each destination’s specific context and challenges. Both the similarities and the differences identified among the destinations fostered peer-supported solutions and equipped partners with practical tools and tested ideas. Ultimately, the event underscored the value of collective action. By bringing together diverse expertise, from policymakers to local practitioners, the workshop demonstrated that complex climate challenges can be addressed more effectively through cooperation.
As the project enters its final phase (ending in September 2026), partners also discussed communication priorities and next key milestones: 
- 18 June 2026 (17:00–18:30 CET, Barcelona): Interactive exhibition and cocktail “Investing in nature for climate-resilient tourism destinations: Nature-based Solutions in Mediterranean regions”, organized within the framework of the III MED Community4Tourism Convention. Pilot destinations will be present to showcase practical experiences in the implementation of Nature-based Solutions to address climate risks affecting tourism areas, coastal ecosystems, and protected natural areas. The event will bring together policymakers, regional authorities, destination managers, tourism stakeholders, and environmental experts from across the Mediterranean region. Registration HERE.
- 29 September 2026 (11:00–13:00 CET, Brussels): Final event of the project, focusing on multi-level governance for climate-resilient tourism and building on the project’s policy briefs and key policy messages. The event will also explore how the Mediterranean Ecotourism Consortium (MEC) could strengthen regional coordination and foster stakeholder engagement.
