The Seminar “Enhancing Tourism Development through Innovation in Community-Based Tourism” was held within the framework of the 69th meeting of the UN Tourism Regional Commission for the Americas. The meeting served as a prelude to the institutional event and brought together leading players in the sector to address challenges, strategies and good practices in this tourism segment. The aim of the Seminar was to promote the development of community-based tourism through the empowerment of and investment in local populations, as well as the promotion of innovation in their products.
Jeddah call to action: UNWTO sets path towards new tourism governance
Public and private leaders have been called on to unite behind the Jeddah Call to Action, a commitment to align with UNWTO’s approach to rethink tourism governance at every level to keep adapting to the challenges faced by tourism as a global driver for recovery.
Saudi Arabia steps up investments in next generation of tourism professionals
Saudi Arabia to invest $100m in training over 100,000 young people for tourism.
First national tourism satellite account launched in Zimbabwe
UNWTO has partnered with the Ministry of Environment, Climate, Tourism and Hospitality Industry of Zimbabwe to launch the country’s first National Tourism Satellite Account.
Israel’s tourism sector ready for recovery
The Israel Ministry of Tourism and HVS presented a live event last week at Expo Dubai focussing on hotel opportunities in Israel.
UNWTO and Saudi Arabia strengthens partnership
UNWTO and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have agreed on the next steps they will jointly take to establish tourism as a driver of growth, opportunity and development across the Middle East and beyond.
UNWTO, WTTC and WTM commit to investing in sustainable future
Tourism leaders from around the world will once again come together for the UNWTO, WTTC & WTM Ministers’ Summit at WTM London this November, to commit to investing in the sector’s sustainable future.
Canary Islands joins observatory network
The Canary Islands has been confirmed as the latest member of INSTO, overseeing the responsible development of tourism worldwide.
Queensland lapping up tourism investment from leading Australian casino
Queensland Government to begin direct negotiations with The Star to fast track new tourism infrastructure on the Gold Coast.
