World Tourism Day News
Saudi Arabia leads in commitment to sustainable tourism
Saudi Arabia has become a “must-see destination”, Zurab Pololikashvili, secretary-general of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation, said in Riyadh during the opening ceremony of World Tourism Day this weekend.
50 tourism ministers, 500 guests welcomed to Diriyah for World Tourism Day gala event
More than 500 officials, tourism leaders and experts from 120 countries attended a gala event in Diriyah in the Saudi capital this week to mark World Tourism Day.
UNWTO Launches ‘Tourism Opens Minds’ Initiative to Promote Open-Minded Travel Choices
UNWTO has launched a new global initiative designed to unite and encourage nations, tourism sector leaders and consumers to be more open-minded when choosing a travel destination.
Sustainability on World Tourism Day
This World Tourism Day – taking place on September 27 – the hotel industry is witnessing a significant transformation with sustainability finally emerging as a crucial factor in a hotel’s success.
World Tourism Day
Every year on September 27th, the United Nations observes World Tourism Day to acknowledge tourism’s significant role in promoting growth and cultural awareness. The theme for World Tourism Day 2023 is “Tourism and Green Investments,” emphasizing the importance of directing investments towards the well-being of people, the planet, and prosperity. Commentary by Dimitris Manikis, President EMEA, Wyndham Hotels and Resorts
World Tourism Day: Responsible Travel Launches Carbon Labels and Impact Report
Responsible Travel has published its first major impact report, as it rolls out a carbon labelling initiative to its 479 industry partners.
SAUDI ARABIA UNVEILS TOP TOURISM LEADERS AND GLOBAL MINISTERS
More than 500 government officials, industry leaders and experts from across 120 countries are set to descend on Riyadh for the event, making this year’s celebration the biggest and most impactful World Tourism Day in its 43-year history.
World Tourism Day September 27th 2023
Tourism is one of the world’s most important economic sectors. It employs one in every ten people on Earth and provides livelihoods to hundreds of millions more.
Meliá Hotels makes an appeal for more sustainable and responsible tourism
Yesterday was World Tourism Day, and Meliá Hotels International is using the occasion to focus attention on one of the key challenges and opportunities facing the travel industry: its future sustainable development.
World Tourism Day celebrations to put spotlight on Oman’s diverse offerings
Muscat – The sultanate, represented by the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, will mark on Tuesday World Tourism Day by organising several events and activities aimed at enhancing the status of Oman as a distinct tourist destination.
No better way to celebrate World Tourism Day than changing the way to travel
In anticipation of World Tourism Day, this is the perfect opportunity to take a closer look at how the travel and tourism industry impacts the planet, positively and negatively. Withlocals has been working on its mission to reshape the world of travel since 2013 by offering authentic experiences that connect people and cultures
On World Tourism Day, CHTA Reflects on Future of Caribbean Tourism
As the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) marks World Tourism Day, today, Tuesday, Sept. 27, the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) is reflecting on the significant contribution tourism has made to the socioeconomic development of the Caribbean