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CO-EVOLVE analyzed and promoted the co-evolution of human activities and natural systems in touristic coastal areas in the Mediterranean, allowing for the sustainable development of touristic activities, based on the principles of Integrated Coastal Zone Management and Maritime Spatial Planning. The aim was to demonstrate through pilot actions the feasibility and effectiveness of an ICZM/MSP-based planning process.

This paper describes the impact of COVID-19 on wildlife tourism in protected areas, considering implications for protected areas, the tourism sector, and local communities. As part of a broader EU study on the ‘Wildlife economy: sustainable tourism in protected areas’, the paper shares the results of research from tourism stakeholders globally, combined with recent market intelligence on the impacts of the pandemic in Latin America. A sister analysis has also been undertaken for Africa, and comparisons are shared in this paper.

This SPREP publication provides general guidance on the environmental impact assessment (EIA) process for coastal tourism development in the Pacific Island countries and territories. These guidelines are a practical instrument for measuring impact to coastal areas, coral reefs, marine and other terrestrial ecosystems and biodiversity with the goal to support sustainable and resilient development goals.

This guide aims to help identify underwater cultural heritage, its potential, needs and threats, providing tools both for the evaluation of these aspects and for the responsible and sustainable activation of this heritage. The focus will be on the maritime heritage shared by the Atlantic regions and, in particular heritage related to the Napoleonic Era, the Spanish Armada, the World Wars and the migrations of the 19th century.

The purpose of this document is to provide pragmatic guidance to protected area managers and authorities on operating tourism safely amid the COVID-19 crisis. Suggestions are provided, accompanied by supplementary links to sources and further information. While the guidance provides an overview, it should be noted that it is not exhaustive, and each protected area will have different conditions and requirements that could need further adaptation as the situation evolves.