UNWTO: Destination Tracker to Restore Confidence in Travel
MADRID / GENEVA – The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) announce a Destination Tracker in preparation for the restart of international travel. It is the result of both organizations joining efforts to boost confidence and … Continue reading UNWTO: Destination Tracker to Restore Confidence in Travel
INTERNATIONAL TOURIST ARRIVALS COULD FALL BY 20-30%
Madrid – The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has released its updated assessment of the likely impact of the COVID-19 on international tourism. Taking into account the unparalleled introduction of travel restrictions across the world, the United Nations specialized agency for … Continue reading INTERNATIONAL TOURIST ARRIVALS COULD FALL BY 20-30%
One Billion Tourists for a Sustainable Future
London – A new international programme that aims to catalyze a shift to more sustainable tourism over the next decade was launched at the World Travel Market in London this week.The Sustainable Tourism Programme of the Ten-Year Framework of Programmes … Continue reading One Billion Tourists for a Sustainable Future
UNWTO: Global Report on Adventure Tourism
London – The report, an eight chapter overview of the current adventure tourism industry, provides a history of adventure tourism as well as a discussion of current trends and timely issues.The UNWTO Global Report on Adventure Tourism, published jointly with … Continue reading UNWTO: Global Report on Adventure Tourism
UNWTO: Climate change in Southeast Asia takes centre stage
Manila – Asia-Pacific has been at the forefront of tourism growth and development over the last decade, and recent numbers confirm that tourism in the region continues to progress above average. The need to strengthen the tourism sector’s ability to … Continue reading UNWTO: Climate change in Southeast Asia takes centre stage
4th UNWTO Silk Road Ministers’ Meeting at ITB Berlin 2014
Berlin/Madrid – As a complex network of routes spanning over three continents, the success of Silk Road tourism relies heavily upon the ability of tourists to cross borders. This Meeting will bring Ministers of Tourism together to discuss how Silk … Continue reading 4th UNWTO Silk Road Ministers’ Meeting at ITB Berlin 2014
UNWTO: International Handbook on Tourism and Peace launched with Austria
Vienna – Providing a unique overview of tourism as a tool in peace building and reconciliation efforts, the International Handbook on Tourism and Peace was launched with the support of the Ministry of Economy, Family and Youth and the Ministry … Continue reading UNWTO: International Handbook on Tourism and Peace launched with Austria