Welcome to the
Sustainable Destinations Forum
The Sustainable Destinations Forum, organised by Green Destinations, took place at Expo City Dubai on 28-29 October 2025. This influential event promised to be a cornerstone for the sustainable tourism sector, bringing together global leaders, innovators, and experts to shape the future of responsible travel.
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Welcome to the Sustainable Destinations Forum 2025
Hosted by Green Destinations at Expo City Dubai on 28 – 29 October 2025, is set to be a pivotal gathering in the realm of sustainable tourism.
This event will run concurrently with the 2025 Asia Pacific Cities Summit & Mayors’ Forum, providing a unique opportunity for cross-sectoral collaboration. The forum will spotlight cutting-edge practices and strategies, aiming to propel the sustainable tourism agenda forward globally.
Join us as we engage with thought leaders, policymakers, and industry practitioners to forge pathways towards more resilient and responsible tourism practices.
about our host destination
The new centre of Dubai’s future
Expo City Dubai is the pioneering legacy of Expo 2020 Dubai, the unforgettable event that welcomed 192 nations and more than 24 million visitors. Expo City Dubai also hosted the United Nations’ 28th Conference of Parties (COP28) in 2023, a landmark event that secured the historic UAE Consensus.
Today, Expo City is a key component of the Dubai 2040 Master Plan, positioning the City as the new centre of Dubai’s future. A unique multipurpose district close to Dubai’s new Al Maktoum International Airport, Jebel Ali Port, and Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City offers ultra-modern commercial, residential, entertainment and educational facilities, and is a hub for the testing and application of impactful and scalable urban innovations.
With a focus on social, environmental and economic sustainability, Expo City Dubai connects businesses, governments, organisations, residents and visitors to global opportunities, propelling human progress and driving a more equitable, sustainable future for all.
SDF2025 General Agenda
The Sustainable Destinations Forum 2025 is a three-day event dedicated to accelerating sustainability in tourism through knowledge exchange, collaborative action and destination-driven innovation. Set at the iconic Expo City Dubai, the forum will bring together a global community of destination leaders, policymakers and tourism professionals to explore tangible solutions for a more resilient, inclusive, responsible tourism future.
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SDF2025 Forum
9:30 - 16:30
(Registration opens at 9:00)
SDF2025 Awards Ceremony
16:30 - 17:15
SDF2025 Heritage Desert Dinner
17:15 - 23:45
SDF2025 Working Sessions
9:00 - 17:30
SDF2025 Tours and Field Trips
Depends on the tour
SPECIAL ACTIVITIES
SDF Award Ceremony & Safari Dinner
The SDF Award Ceremony is one of the most anticipated moments of the Sustainable Destination Forum, bringing together a diverse community of tourism professionals, destination representatives and sustainability leaders for an evening of recognition and celebration.
The ceremony serves as a platform to honour destinations that are making exceptional strides in creating more sustainable, inclusive and resilient tourism experiences.
Following the SDF Award Ceremony, guests will be invited to join a Desert Safari and Dinner experience. Set against the backdrop of the UAE’s rich natural and cultural landscapes, this evening promises authentic local hospitality, traditional cuisine, and a chance to unwind and connect under the stars.
this event was possible thanks to
Our Partners
This event was made possible thanks to the generous support of our partners. Their commitment to sustainability and innovation was crucial in bringing the Sustainable Destinations Forum 2025 to life. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our partners for their collaboration and dedication.
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