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This presentation explores the challenges surrounding sustainable mobility in insular regions that face significant tourism pressures, with a specific focus on the Greek islands. By examining their distinctive characteristics, such as their geographical distribution, diverse sizes, high dependence on tourism, and pronounced seasonality, we gain valuable insights into the development of mobility solutions in tourism destinations. The analysis is supported by pertinent data and statistics on tourism numbers, population demographics, and transportation usage, offering a comprehensive understanding of the scale and impact of the challenges faced in achieving sustainable mobility. To provide practical examples and inspiration, the presentation incorporates various case studies of Greek islands that have successfully implemented sustainable mobility solutions. These case studies highlight the strategies, initiatives, and outcomes that have yielded positive results. This work also presents the concept of Sustainable Island Mobility Plans (SIMP) as a customized adaptation of the Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan (SUMP) methodology tailored specifically for islands with a permanent population of less than 50,000 inhabitants. This framework has been introduced by CIVINET Greece-Cyprus and serves as a blueprint for devising effective and context-specific mobility plans in insular regions. Lastly, the presentation offers a review of innovative and sustainable urban mobility solutions, including sharing schemes, car-free concepts, and active mobility, which can be implemented in island destinations. The objective of this research is to provide valuable insights for policymakers and transport operators aiming to offer intelligent and sustainable mobility options for tourists.