At 4% increase on the previous year which is also forecast for 2020, tourism is a leading and resilient economic sector, especially in view of current uncertainties.
Tourism startups focus on innovation and sustainability
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), in association with Globalia, the leading tourism group in Spain and Latin America, has selected the finalists of the 2nd Global Tourism Startup Competition
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.
Regulation catches up with Innovation – The case of short-term rentals
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has published the first systematic overview of how both national governments and local authorities are addressing and managing new business models in the accommodation industry.
US moves closer to UNWTO with landmark meeting
A high-level delegation from the United States Department of State has met with head of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) as the country moves closer to rejoining the United Nations specialized agency for tourism.
IHG and JA Worldwide to help young people build skills and experience in hospitality
Announced ahead of UN World Tourism Day, partnership highlights opportunities available to young people in the tourism industry
TripAdvisor released Review Transparency Report
TripAdvisor releases data detailing fake review volumes in a first-of-its-kind transparency report
Daniela Otero elected to the new UNWTO Affiliate Members Board
Daniela Otero, CEO of the organization Skål International, has been elected to the UNWTO Affiliate Members Board, a position that she will hold for the next two years.
UNWTO leads discussion on “Tourism Financing for the 2030 Agenda”
Tourism’s unique potential as a tool for driving the global sustainable development agenda has taken center stage at a special event hosted by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in Geneva, Switzerland.
United States moves closer to re-joining UNWTO
A high-level delegation of the Government attending the World Tourism Organization Executive Council announced that the US is exploring the possibility of re-joining UNWTO.
