Tourism Recovery Gains Momentum as Restrictions Ease and Confidence Returns
Tourism continues to recover at a strong pace. Globally, destinations welcomed almost three times as many international arrivals in the first quarter of 2022 as in the same period of […]
Jeddah readies to host 116th UNWTO Executive Council Meeting
Saudi Arabia’s port city of Jeddah is set to welcome global tourism leaders to the 116th Executive Council session of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). The Executive Council meeting is […]
European Tourism Leaders address future of Industry at 67th Commission Meeting in Armenia
The European Member States of UNWTO have highlighted the importance of jobs, professional training and sustainability and innovation as they jointly guide the recovery of tourism across the region. The […]
Global Business Events Community unites at IMEX Frankfurt
The global business events community has reunited at IMEX in Frankfurt, which opened today, in a powerful sign of confidence for the sector. IMEX in Frankfurt, which takes place at […]
IMEX Frankfurt: Event planners discuss digital, flexible thinking and share ‘survival stories’ in dedicated day of tailored education
“While it’s always been useful to learn from each other, the need is now amplified.” ASAE President and CEO Michelle Mason pinpoints exactly why IMEX’s dedicated day of education and […]
ICCA Ranking Report sheds light on industry’s adaptability and progress in 2021
The International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) has released its annual analysis of association meetings worldwide. The latest ICCA Ranking Report examines 8000 meetings scheduled for the year 2021 and […]
World Tourism Forum Lucerne is ready for the future with sharpened vision and new owner
Lucerne, 27 May 2022 – The World Tourism Forum Lucerne has made a considerable difference in the global tourism industry over the past 15 years. As of today, the ‘World […]
World Committee on Tourism Ethics issues statement on war in Ukraine
The World Committee on Tourism Ethics (WCTE), an impartial body which reports directly to the UNWTO General Assembly, met under a new chair and with a new composition. After deliberations, […]
International Code Informs Efforts to Boost Tourist Confidence in Americas
Tourism leaders from the Americas have met to address the current challenges and opportunities around restoring confidence in travel across the region. A special seminar on the UNWTO International Code […]