For its 17th edition, the 2023 UNWTO-PATA Forum (Guilin, China, 26-27 October) put the focus on maximizing the sector’s ability to drive growth, build economic resilience and contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals. The Forum is the consolidated leading platform for policymakers, business leaders and a range of tourism stakeholders in Asia and the Pacific.
PATA informal workers programme concludes in Indonesia
Commencing in 2021 and organised by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), the Informal Workers Programme was designed to assist the informal tourism sector to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic and increase resilience through new knowledge and skills. Whereas the focus of the 2021 programme in Bangkok was to help prepare informal workers for the reopening of international tourism and safety; in Bali and Jakarta, the needs analysis showed that informal workers required new skills to better manage their businesses.
PATA joins The Future of Tourism Coalition
PATA joins The Future of Tourism Coalition to chart a more sustainable direction for tourism as the sector recovers from COVID-19.
Liz Ortiguera named CEO at PATA
PATA announced the appointment of Liz Ortiguera as its next Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Dr. Mario Hardy who will finish his term at the end of May.
IVA recovery rates for APAC varied until 2023
By the end of 2023, international visitor arrivals (IVAs) into and across the Asia Pacific region could return to 96%…
SMEs success lies in leveraging data and technology
Digitalization and innovation are key for SMEs survival as the travel industry emerges from COVID-19’s impact.
PATA announces new Chair and Executive Board
The Pacific Asia Travel Association announced the ratification of the new PATA Executive Board.
UNWTO joins PATA to address overcrowding in urban destinations
Over 170 participants from 23 countries/regions came together to share their knowledge and experience around the theme ‘Beyond Gateways: Dispersal policies, capacity management, and rural tourism.
Pacific Asia Travel Association extends contract of Chief Executive Officer Dr. Mario Hardy
PATA have extended the contract for Dr. Mario Hardy
