UNWTO names Giorgio Armani and Gino Sorbillo as Special Tourism Ambassadors
In their new roles, both Special Ambassadors will draw on their status and influence promote the work of the United Nations specialized agency for responsible and sustainable tourism. As leaders in gastronomy and fashion, they represent two of Italy’s biggest economic sectors and two of the industries that contribute to making the country a global tourism leader.
Air France to cut 7,580 jobs at French flagship carrier and regional unit Hop!
Air France confirmed plans to cut some 7,500 jobs including 1,000 at sister airline Hop! on Friday, as staff protested over its response to the
UNWTO official visits Italy as borders re-open across Schengen zone
Against the backdrop of the re-opening of borders across Europe, a high-level delegation from the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has arrived in Italy to begin
Restart of tourism means the return of hope and opportunity for many- Pololikashvili
Four months ago, UNWTO asked its Members, the tourism sector and tourists themselves for patience. To stay at home for today so we could travel
UNWTO Adapts Agenda for Africa to Accelerate Tourism Recovery
Madrid, Spain, 29 June 2020 – Member States from across Africa have shared their priorities for tourism against the backdrop of COVID-19. As with every
Marriott International announces retirement of Tim Sheldon
Marriott International, Inc.has today announced that Tim Sheldon is retiring from his role as President, Caribbean and Latin America in early 2021, following a 35-year
Marriott International details 4 themes to scale up diversity and inclusion
Marriott International has outlined four pillars which will help the global hotel giant to scale up on their commitment towards inclusion in the hotel. In
Restrictions on travel easing as Europe leads cautious restart of Tourism
Restrictions on travel, introduced in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, are slowly being eased, allowing tourism to restart in a growing number of destinations. The
UNWTO Joins PM Sanchez to plan restart of Spain’s Tourism Sector
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has welcomed Spain’s readiness to lead the way in restarting tourism. The head of the United Nations specialized agency attended