Challenge by CYENS
How might we re-imagine tourism as a sustainable and eco-sensitive industry?
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Cyprus’ prevalent tourism model relies heavily on the year-round “sun and sea” narrative, overshadowing the true local human and natural assets of the country, while gradually transforming pristine habitats into artificial all-inclusive experiences. Current tourism practises worldwide lay a heavy toll to the environment and society. We invite you to think about all aspects of tourism and imagine how sustainable futures of the sector might look like.

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In the course of the survey, 15 opinions were collected and evaluated. Future scenarios were created from these with the help of AI.
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5 Ratings
Anonymous
In 2050, eco-friendly planes will be available that do not use gas. They will be working like buses – with a set schedule and last-minute bookings at the same cost. Tourism and cultural exchanges will increase dramatically. Tourists will not be called tourists but most likely “visitors”. Their needs
17% certain
7% disagreement
59% desirable
18% disagreement
6 Ratings
Anonymous
In 2050, cheap, zero-carbon transportation will cause a 5-fold increase in tourist arrivals, contributing to a construction boom in Paphos, Limassol and Larnaca, and to the development of a growing number of water-parks, shopping-malls and casinos.
53% certain
20% disagreement
29% desirable
21% disagreement
6 Ratings
Anonymous
In 2030, the northern and southern parts of Cyprus will be re-united allowing a flourishing of cultural and economic exchanges between the two regions.
33% certain
24% disagreement
87% desirable
5% disagreement
5 Ratings
Anonymous
In 2030, sailing will be the dominant zero-carbon mode of transportation between countries of the Mediterranean region, allowing to combine travel with adventure.
45% certain
34% disagreement
77% desirable
10% disagreement
5 Ratings
Kleanthis
In 2040 we developed an energy transformation system that uses the dynamics of people movements, waste and activities and transforms it into energy. In other words, the more visitors that a country has, the higher levels of energy are created to power the country.
53% certain
32% disagreement
84% desirable
6% disagreement
5 Ratings
Anonymous
In 2030, smoking will be less prevalent in Cyprus, allowing tourists to enjoy more breathable air in public spaces.
34% certain
22% disagreement
84% desirable
9% disagreement
7 Ratings
Anonymous
In 2030, public transportation, walking paths, and cycle lanes will be more developed in Cyprus, allowing tourists to enjoy the country without automobiles.
69% certain
12% disagreement
79% desirable
17% disagreement
5 Ratings
Anonymous
In 2030, Cyprus will see a rise in virtual tourism, allowing the country to shine outward its rich cultural heritage through digital media, and to gain cultural influence.
27% certain
23% disagreement
82% desirable
6% disagreement
5 Ratings
Anonymous
In 2030, Cyprus will see a rise in domestic tourism, with local residents becoming increasingly interested in discovering and nurturing their local, natural, cultural, and historical heritage.
61% certain
33% disagreement
59% desirable
22% disagreement
6 Ratings
Anonymous
In 2030, Cyprus will have implemented policies, making the lesser known parts of Cyprus more attractive and more accessible to tourists.
62% certain
22% disagreement
64% desirable
17% disagreement
5 Ratings
Anonymous
In 2030, Cyprus will have implemented policies, bringing more tourists during winter times, and fewer tourists during summer times..
39% certain
32% disagreement
63% desirable
10% disagreement
4 Ratings
Anonymous
In 2030, Cyprus will have implemented policies to better protect natural habitats from human activities, with a rise in endemic wildlife populations.
55% certain
30% disagreement
74% desirable
12% disagreement
5 Ratings
Anonymous
In 2030, a resilient, low carbon, dense, circular economy will emerge in Cyprus with the impulse of local entrepreneurship, craftsmanship, manufacturing, and agriculture, bringing cultural renewal to the island, and making the island less dependent on tourist spending.
48% certain
29% disagreement
94% desirable
6% disagreement
6 Ratings
Anonymous
In 2030 we connected the environmental behaviour of visitors with a reward system of services in the country.
26% certain
23% disagreement
61% desirable
17% disagreement
2 Ratings
Anonymous
With 9 Billion people there is no sustainable tourism. 
57% certain
0% disagreement
32% desirable
0% disagreement
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uncertain
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Positive Expectations
Hopeful Dreams
Distant Threats
Expected Challenges
15 Opinions
77 Ratings
Resulting future scenarios
Based on their ratings, submitted opinions have been compiled into four distinct future scenarios, autonomously generated by artificial intelligence.
Positive Expectations
Cypruss Sustainable Tourism Vision
Expected Challenges
Hopeful Dreams
Cyprus set for sustainable transformation.
Distant Threats

Cypruss Sustainable Tourism Vision

View individual opinions in the Futures Canvas by filtering for the sector "Positive Expectations".
  • Implementation of an innovative energy transformation system to generate power from people's movements and activities.
  • Prioritization of sustainable transportation options, including improved public transportation and pedestrian-friendly environments.
  • Growing interest among local residents in discovering and preserving Cyprus' natural, cultural, and historical heritage.

In 2030, Cyprus is expected to witness significant changes in its tourism and energy sectors. One notable development is the implementation of an energy transformation system that harnesses the movements, waste, and activities of people to generate power. This innovative system means that countries with higher visitor numbers will have increased energy levels to meet their power needs.

Furthermore, Cyprus aims to prioritize sustainable transportation options by 2030. The country plans to improve public transportation, walking paths, and cycle lanes, creating a more pedestrian-friendly environment. This will enable tourists to explore and enjoy the country without relying on automobiles.

Moreover, there is a growing interest among local residents in discovering and preserving Cyprus' natural, cultural, and historical heritage. In 2030, domestic tourism is expected to rise as more Cypriots become engaged in exploring and nurturing their local treasures.

To attract tourists, Cyprus will implement policies that highlight the lesser-known parts of the country. These efforts aim to make these areas more appealing and accessible to visitors, encouraging them to explore beyond the well-known tourist spots.

Finally, there will be a focus on protecting natural habitats from human activities. By implementing policies to safeguard these environments, Cyprus anticipates a rise in endemic wildlife populations. This commitment to conservation will enhance the country's biodiversity and offer visitors the opportunity to experience Cyprus' unique natural wonders.

Overall, these potential developments in 2030 suggest that Cyprus is actively working towards a more sustainable and enticing tourism industry, while also prioritizing the responsible use of energy and the preservation of its natural heritage.

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Cyprus set for sustainable transformation.

View individual opinions in the Futures Canvas by filtering for the sector "Hopeful Dreams".
  • Reunification of Cyprus will increase cultural and economic exchanges between the two regions.
  • Smoking reduction will improve air quality for tourists in public spaces.
  • Implementation of policies will shift tourist seasons, attracting more visitors during winter and fewer during summer.

By 2050, eco-friendly planes that do not use gas will be available, operating similarly to buses with set schedules and last-minute bookings at the same cost. This will lead to a significant increase in tourism and cultural exchanges. Instead of being called tourists, visitors will most likely be the preferred term.

In 2030, the northern and southern parts of Cyprus are expected to be re-united, allowing for a flourishing of cultural and economic exchanges between the two regions.

Sailing will become the dominant zero-carbon mode of transportation between Mediterranean countries by 2030, offering a combination of travel and adventure.

By the same year, smoking will be less prevalent in Cyprus, resulting in tourists being able to enjoy more breathable air in public spaces.

Cyprus will also witness a rise in virtual tourism, using digital media to showcase its rich cultural heritage and gain cultural influence.

Furthermore, Cyprus will implement policies in 2030 to attract more tourists during winter and fewer tourists during summer, aiming for a more balanced influx throughout the year.

With the impulse of local entrepreneurship, craftsmanship, manufacturing, and agriculture, a resilient, low carbon, dense, circular economy will emerge in Cyprus by 2030. This will bring cultural renewal to the island and reduce dependence on tourist spending.

Lastly, by 2030, a reward system of services will be implemented in Cyprus, connecting the environmental behavior of visitors with incentives.

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