The 5th International Sustainable Tourism Congress is an international academic platform organized for the development, implementation and evaluation of sustainability-oriented approaches in the tourism sector. The congress aims to encourage the sharing of knowledge and experience among sector stakeholders by addressing the environmental, economic and socio-cultural dimensions of sustainable tourism. In this context, topics such as ecotourism, responsible tourism policies, the effects of climate change on tourism, community-based tourism models and innovative sustainable practices will be discussed within a scientific framework. Bringing together academics, sector professionals and policy makers, this congress aims to provide an interdisciplinary interaction environment aimed at shaping the future of tourism from a sustainable perspective.