Ahead of FITUR, UN Tourism – the new name for the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) released its latest data. The first World Tourism Barometer of the year highlighted the sector’s recovery, with international arrivals back to 88% of pre-pandemic levels at the end of 2023. With full recovery expected in 2024, UN Tourism again served as the bridge between public and private sector leaders to build a more resilient and sustainable future.
UNWTO launches new tool in collaboration among tourism villages
UNWTO has launched the world’s biggest digital hub for communities focused on rural tourism. The ‘TourismConnectsRural’ platform will boost collaboration across the Best Tourism Villages by UNWTO Network, connecting around 200 rural destinations in every global region.
UNWTO in Brazil to begin work on first regional office for the Americas
UNWTO has continued to scale up its support for its Members across the Americas, with plans for a first Regional Office for the region advanced during an official visit to Brazil.
UNWTO completes gastronomy tourism project for Ubud, Indonesia
UNWTO has concluded the Gastronomy Tourism Project, designed to make Ubud, Indonesia. Within the framework of Indonesia’s annual Tourism National Coordinative Meeting, the project’s final report was presented to the Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, Sandiaga Uno, and to the Gianyar Regional Government.
UNWTO launches tourism investment guidelines for Chile
The tourism sector in Chile experienced a 52.9% growth in income 2022, new UNWTO research into the country’s status as a top destination for investors reveals. The latest edition of the UNWTO “Tourism Doing Business: Investment Guidelines” also makes clear the opportunities available to foreign investors and the challenges caused by both national considerations and global economic conditions.
UNWTO commends Saudi Arabia as kingdom celebrates 100 million tourist arrivals
UNWTO has sent a message of congratulations to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as it welcomes its 100 millionth tourist.
TELEFÓNICA and UNWTO to promote digital, sustainable and inclusive tourism
Telefónica and the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) have followed through on their commitment to cooperate by signing a new collaboration framework, valid until 2026, with the aim of promoting tourism development that is more digital, sustainable and inclusive.
UNWTO celebrates Qatar tourism awards to recognize excellence in the sector
UNWTO has joined Qatar Tourism to recognize the individuals and businesses leading the way in building a better sector in the country.
UNWTO Ministers Summit in London: Transforming tourism through education and youth empowerment
UNWTO celebrated the biggest Ministers Summit on record as it brought tourism leaders together on the opening day of the World Travel Market in London to focus on education and skills development.
UNWTO Global Conference on wine tourism in La Rioja, Spain: Forging the future of sustainable wine tourism
With a strong focus on the future of wine tourism, the 7th UNWTO Global Conference on Wine Tourism will be held in La Rioja, Spain (22-24 November 2023), one of the world’s leading wine regions. This event will gather diverse industry players around data, governance, innovation, sustainability, and skills.
