A leading accessible and inclusive tourism conference is coming to Melbourne next month.
The Accessible and Inclusive Tourism Conference (AITCAP) will land in Melbourne on Tuesday 27 August for its fourth annual event. AITCAP is tailored to the tourism industry, with the event focused on providing information to help tourism businesses become more accessible and inclusive.
Australia’s accessible tourism industry was worth around $6.8 billion in June 2023.
More than 300 delegates are expected to attend AITCAP. Keynote speakers, industry leaders and tourism operators will discuss:
- Co-Designing Accessible and Inclusive Experiences
- Accessible Tourism Insights by Expedia
- Inclusive Marketing
- Inclusive Employment
- Pathway to Accessibility
- Accessibility Innovations
- Accessible and Inclusive Tourism – A Global Perspective
A panel of travellers with lived experience will also share their thoughts and answer delegates’ questions.
Confirmed speakers include Felicia Mariani, Chief Executive Officer at Victoria Tourism Industry Council; Bern Walker, Beach Access Project Officer at Accessible Beaches; and James (Buck) McFarlane, Founder & Managing Director of Cocky Guides Australia.
Find the full program or purchase tickets on the AITCAP website.