UNWTO is inviting public and private stakeholders from around the world to take part in a Global Survey of Climate Action in Tourism.
UNWTO and Greece to launch Maritime Tourism Research Centre
UNWTO is to collaborate with the Greek Ministry of Tourism in establishing a first research station dedicated to measuring the sustainable development of coastal and maritime tourism across the Mediterranean.
OECD’s new initiative for safe international travel
OECD framework gives countries the flexibility to lower or raise their health protection measures while coordinating their responses within the international community.
Tourist numbers down 83% but confidence rising
International tourist arrivals were down 83% in the first quarter of 2021 but UNWTO Confidence Index shows signs of a slow uptick in confidence.
Explosive summer hiring surge as sector posts 1.3 million jobs
Analysis finds hospitality-related job postings up 58% since this time last year and up 28% from pre-pandemic.
British Airways to trial IATA Travel Pass
Customers can create a secure account and will be presented with the entry requirements for their destination.
ETC invites Europeans to open up travel again
ETC encourages Europeans to travel abroad responsibly and to provide them with clear and comprehensive information to plan their next trip.
HFTP announces first India Chapter
The new India chapter will build upon HFTP’s strategic goals for Indian hospitality professionals.
enpact and TUI Care Foundation launch Tourism Recovery Programme
Applications are open until 20th June for micro, small, and medium-sized tourism enterprises in Egypt, Mexico, South Africa and Kenya.
Middle East members meet as UNWTO opens new office
Members of the UNWTO Regional Commission for the Middle East have agreed to work on the creation of harmonized protocols to support the resumption of regional travel in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
