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World Tourism Day 2023 to Emphasize Investments for a Sustainable Future
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, September 26, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The stage is set for World Tourism Day 2023, with the global sector to come together around them theme of Tourism and Green Investments. In…
Final Sprint to a Global Standard on Measuring the Sustainability of Tourism
Marbella, Spain, September 25, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / In line with its commitment to promoting tourism as a catalyst for economic growth, inclusive development, and environmental sustainability, UNWTO…
Thailand Grants Visa Exemption to Chinese and Kazakhstani Tourists
Bangkok, Thailand, September 21, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Effective until 29 February 2024, the five-month stimulus visa scheme is aimed to help reach this year’s tourism revenue target of 2.38 trillion…
Mekong Tourism Office Promotes Inspirational Voices and Hidden Destinations
The Mekong Tourism Coordinating Office has unveiled Mekong Voices and Mekong’s Hidden Gems – captivating interviews with local tourism pioneers, and insights into less travelled ‘hidden’ destinations.…
PATA Welcomes Noor Ahmad Hamid as New CEO
Bangkok, Thailand, September 19, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Noor Ahmad Hamid as its new Chief Executive Officer,…
Presenting Global Retail Tourism: Trends and Insights
Barcelona, Spain, September 18, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / A thought leadership event exploring the significant untapped potential of retail tourism took place at La Roca Village, part of The Bicester…
New Data Shows Investment Returning to Global Tourism Sector
Madrid, Spain, September 18, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Investment in the global tourism cluster has started to bounce back from the lows it touched during the pandemic off the back of the steady recovery…
Booking.com and TAT Launch Explore Thai Taste to Boost Gastronomic Tourism
Bangkok, Thailand, September 14, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Booking .com collaborates with Thailand’s Tourism Authority to unveil the “Thai Foodie Map,” spotlighting local eateries in lesser-known…
UNWTO World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism Returns to San Sebastián
Donostia-San Sebastian, Spain, September 13, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism will return to Donostia-San Sebastian in Spain (5-7 October) to focus on how tourism can foster…
UNWTO Welcomes Mexican States to Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action
Léon, Mexico, September 8, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO has worked with tourism leaders from across Mexico to accelerate the sector’s shift to greater sustainability. At the Sustainable Social Tourism…
UNWTO and G20 Launch Dashboard to Support Tourism in Advancing SDGs
New Delhi, India, September 6, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO and India’s G20 Presidency, have joined hands to launch a new tool to advance the contribution of tourism policies and initiatives towards…
UNWTO Strengthens Relationship with Israel During Official Visit
Tel Aviv, Israel, August 25, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX Innovation, tourism for rural development and high-level cooperation were the focus of this week’s official visit of the UNWTO Secretary-General to…
Winners of 2023 PATA Gold Award Announced
Bangkok, Thailand, August 24, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Winners of the 2023 PATA Gold Awards are announced today by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA). Generously supported and sponsored by the…
WTTC Predicts Germany Tourism Sector to Rebound Fast
Berlin, Germany, August 17, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) 2023 Economic Impact Research (EIR) today reveals Germany’s Travel & Tourism sector is…
Tourism Leaders Place African Focus on Global Challenges
Port Louis, Mauritius, August 14, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The Conference on Rethinking Africa: Rethinking Tourism for Africa: Addressing global challenges; Promoting investment and partnerships brought…
Finalists Named in UNWTO Moroccan Tourism Startup Competition
Marrakesh, Morocco, August 8, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO has recognized the most influential innovators reshaping tourism in the Kingdom of Morocco. The finalists of the first Moroccan Tourism…
UNWTO Members Meet to Rethink Agenda for Tourism Africa
Port Louis, Mauritius, July 29, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Tourism leaders from across Africa have met to rethink and realign the sector’s role as a driver of development and opportunity across the region.…
Women’s Participation in Tourism Critical to Growth of Global Sector
Kigali, Rwanda, July 24, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Public-private collaboration ensure women receive training, networks and finance needed to build secure careers. The World Travel & Tourism Council…
WTTC Urges Governments to Support Sustainable Cruise Shipping for Net-Zero Emissions
London, United Kingdom, July 14, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / WTTC welcomes the UN IMO’s ambitious plan to achieve net-zero emissions from international shipping by 2050, a crucial milestone for the…
Tourism for Sustainable Development in Spotlight at UN Forum
Madrid, Spain, July 12, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / This week will bring tourism back to the United Nations headquarters to emphasize the sector’s unique position to accelerate progress towards the…