The signing ceremony took place at the Salou City Council, attended by Patricio Azcárate Díaz de Losada, Secretary General of the Responsible Tourism Institute (RTI), the entity promoting this international certification. This adherence reinforces the commitment to balanced tourism aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
“"This commitment reaffirms Salou's vision as a destination that understands tourism as an opportunity for shared progress, respectful of the territory, culture, and the quality of life of its citizens."
The signed Commitment Letter establishes a framework of principles based on key international declarations, such as the UNESCO Declaration on Cultural Diversity, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Global Code of Ethics for Tourism, and the World Sustainable Tourism Charter +20.
The document recognizes the need to address current challenges like environmental preservation, cultural heritage protection (especially intangible heritage), and active local community involvement. Salou assumes concrete commitments to promote green, inclusive, and low-carbon economies, utilizing new technologies for heritage valuation.
