UNWTO and Italy Set the Stage for Global Youth Tourism Summit
UNWTO has announced more details of the upcoming Global Youth Tourism Summit, set to be held in Sorrento, Italy, from 27 June to 3 July. The Summit, organized by UNWTO […]
Tourism Enjoys Strong Start to 2022 while Facing New Uncertainties
International tourism continued its recovery in January 2022, with a much better performance compared to the weak start to 2021. However, the Russian invasion of Ukraine adds pressure to existing […]
UNWTO Middle East Members Focus on Tourism’s Sustainable Recovery
Cairo, Egypt, 28 March 2022 – The World Tourism Organization(UNWTO) has successfully celebrated the 48th session of its Regional Commission for the Middle East. Returning to Egypt for the third […]
France to ban short flights in April 2022
Travellers planning to hopscotch their way across Europe using the continent’s cheap airfares may be in for a shock, with France becoming the first country to slash domestic flights in […]
Mountain and Snow Tourism Summit Looks to Sustainable Future
The 11th World Congress on Snow and Mountain Tourism has concluded with a shared commitment to centre innovation and promote investment in green infrastructure and low-impact travel experiences. Held as […]
Work Together and Make Tourism Pillar of Peace”, UNWTO Addresses EU Ministers
Dijon, France, – UNWTO has been recognized for asserting the values of tourism and promoting the sector as a pillar of peace and recovery. At an informal meeting of EU […]
Progress in Opening the World to Travel- IATA
Geneva – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed the increasing momentum towards re-opening of borders and relaxation of travel restrictions, as COVID-19 moves into the endemic phase. An IATA […]
Business and destinations urged to enter WTM World Responsible Tourism Awards 2022
Businesses and destinations that are eager to showcase their sustainable credentials, are being urged to enter the WTM World Responsible Tourism Awards 2022. Launched in 2004, the awards recognise and […]
UNWTO to Hold Emergency General Assembly on Russian Membership
Madrid, Spain, 8 March 2022 – The UNWTO Executive Council has decided to hold an extraordinary UNWTO General Assembly to address the suspension of the membership of the Russian Federation. […]