https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/unesco/ Unesco News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T08:44:06+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/alula-and-pompeii-join-forces-to-shape-the-future-of-cultural-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/alula-and-pompeii-join-forces-to-shape-the-future-of-cultural-travel/ Two of the world’s most remarkable open-air heritage destinations, AlUla in north-west Saudi Arabia and Pompeii in southern Italy, have come together in a new collaboration that will redefine how travellers experience the past. UNESCO World Heritage destinations unite to share knowledge, improve conservation, and inspire travellers through living history and cultural exchange. Thu, 27 Nov 2025 11:13:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/intercontinental-debuts-the-first-international-luxury-resort-in-ha-long-ba/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/intercontinental-debuts-the-first-international-luxury-resort-in-ha-long-ba/ InterContinental is continuing its legacy of pioneering new destinations with the opening of InterContinental Halong Bay Resort. Within the twice-recognised UNESCO World Heritage Site, InterContinental – the world’s first and largest luxury hotel brand – will open a landmark resort overlooking green-clad mountain islands and azure, blue sea. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 07:11:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-charles-hotel-launches-fairytale-escape-to-bavarias-unesco-castle-wonde/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-charles-hotel-launches-fairytale-escape-to-bavarias-unesco-castle-wonde/ After years of captivating visitors with their fairytale charm, the legendary castles of King Ludwig II have now been officially recognised as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. To celebrate this honor, The Charles, a Rocco Forte Hotel, is offering guests the opportunity to experience these architectural masterpieces up close with individually organised tours to each of the four castles, steeped in history, fantasy, and royal grandeur. Tue, 02 Sep 2025 05:37:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ankara-joins-unescos-tentative-world-heritage-list-for-modern-architectural/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ankara-joins-unescos-tentative-world-heritage-list-for-modern-architectural/ The capital of the Republic of Türkiye, Ankara, has been officially added to UNESCO’s Tentative List of World Heritage Sites, recognising the city’s unique modern architectural heritage and planned urban development. Tue, 20 May 2025 07:09:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/preserving-our-heritage-a-global-imperative/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/preserving-our-heritage-a-global-imperative/ The world has witnessed the heartbreaking fragility of cultural heritage in recent years, as disasters and conflicts erase millenniums of history in a matter of minutes. Wildfires and earthquakes have crumbled priceless temples and monuments, and wars and armed conflicts have turned iconic landmarks into rubble. Mon, 21 Apr 2025 06:24:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-jazz-day-2025/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-jazz-day-2025/ The 2025 edition of International Jazz Day 2025 will be celebrated in more than 190 countries on 30 April, with Abu Dhabi selected as the Global Host City. Organized by UNESCO and the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz, this celebration will feature concerts and educational and cultural initiatives. Wed, 16 Apr 2025 06:18:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/shanghai-celebrates-unesco-recognition-of-chinas-spring-festival/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/shanghai-celebrates-unesco-recognition-of-chinas-spring-festival/ The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) have added China’s Spring Festival to its Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The recognition celebrates the Spring Festival’s important role in fostering social practices and community spirit as the Chinese people welcome their traditional New Year. The designation will further boost Shanghai as a must-visit destination during this year ’s Spring Festival celebrations . Tue, 28 Jan 2025 08:23:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/unesco-and-relais-chateaux-announce-a-partnership-for-sustainable-developme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/unesco-and-relais-chateaux-announce-a-partnership-for-sustainable-developme/ UNESCO and the Relais & Châteaux Association announce having signed a partnership agreement to develop and implement joint projects supporting the sustainable conservation and use of biological diversity through the world’s hospitality and culinary traditions and savoir-faire. Mon, 25 Nov 2024 07:29:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hyatt-regency-huangshan-hengjiangwan-celebrates-its-opening/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hyatt-regency-huangshan-hengjiangwan-celebrates-its-opening/ Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Huangshan Hengjiangwan, a modern getaway set amidst the beautiful Huangshan city in China. Nestled along the serene banks of the Hengjiang Wetland Park, this hotel offers an idyllic retreat for travelers seeking to explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Huangshan and to immerse themselves in the rich cultural heritage of Huizhou’s mountains, rivers and valleys. Mon, 28 Oct 2024 07:20:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finding-fado-in-lisbon/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finding-fado-in-lisbon/ The unique sound of Fado is part of Lisbon’s DNA, so embedded in society that it is included on UNESCO’s list of World Intangible Cultural Heritage. Born in the streets, houses and on the riverside of Lisbon, these poetic stories of love and fate are brought to life by the combination of guitar and emotional vocals. Here the team at Visit Lisbon pick out the neighbourhoods and attractions that can help visitors find their inner fadista and truly appreciate one of the city’s authentic gems. Fri, 06 Sep 2024 06:08:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/a-botanical-summer-in-brussels/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/a-botanical-summer-in-brussels/ As Brussels prepares to host its iconic Flower Carpet display, Hotel Amigo, a Rocco Forte hotel, announces Flower Cocktails at Bar Magritte, a new drinks list inspired by the world-famous floral masterpiece. The bi-annual event is a summer tradition in Brussels that sees the Grand Place, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, transformed into a vibrant carpet-like tapestry of colourful blooms from 15th to 18th August. Mon, 22 Jul 2024 06:25:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abu-dhabi-selected-as-2025-international-jazz-day-global-host-city/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abu-dhabi-selected-as-2025-international-jazz-day-global-host-city/ Every year on 30 April, International Jazz Day is celebrated around the world, honouring the sound of artistic freedom. UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay and UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador Herbie Hancock are pleased to announce that Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, will serve as the Global Host of the 2025 edition of International Jazz Day. Thu, 11 Jul 2024 06:07:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wego-and-gnto-launch-partnership-to-highlight-germanys-unesco-treasures/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wego-and-gnto-launch-partnership-to-highlight-germanys-unesco-treasures/ Wego, the number 1 travel app and the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), announce a strategic partnership with the German National Tourist Office (GNTO) to launch an exciting new campaign. Thu, 13 Jun 2024 06:43:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tangier-selected-as-the-2024-global-host-city-of-international-jazz-day/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tangier-selected-as-the-2024-global-host-city-of-international-jazz-day/ The 2024 edition of International Jazz Day will be celebrated in more than 190 countries on April 30. UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay and UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador Herbie Hancock are pleased to announce that the city of Tangier, Morocco will serve as the Global Host and will anchor the International Jazz Day programs around the world. Mon, 25 Mar 2024 06:17:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jeddah-historic-district-launches-first-three-heritage-hotels/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jeddah-historic-district-launches-first-three-heritage-hotels/ Jeddah Historic District launches the restoration and regeneration of three historic properties in Al Balad into luxury hotels, an area of great historical and cultural significance on the West Coast of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with UNESCO heritage protection. Sun, 24 Mar 2024 09:21:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/exploring-the-underwater-wonders-fabulous-snorkeling-opportunities-on-the-r/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/exploring-the-underwater-wonders-fabulous-snorkeling-opportunities-on-the-r/ Belize, a small Central American country nestled between Mexico and Guatemala, is home to one of the most spectacular natural wonders on Earth—the Belize Barrier Reef. This UNESCO World Heritage Site boasts an incredible array of marine life, vibrant coral formations, and crystal-clear waters, making it a paradise for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts. Mon, 11 Dec 2023 07:55:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/talayotic-menorca-declared-world-heritage-site-by-unesco/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/talayotic-menorca-declared-world-heritage-site-by-unesco/ Talayotic Menorca is officially listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, having been recognised for its cultural importance. Fri, 22 Sep 2023 06:34:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quitos-45-years-of-stunning-the-world-as-a-world-heritage-site/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quitos-45-years-of-stunning-the-world-as-a-world-heritage-site/ Quito was founded in the 16th century on the ruins of an ancient Inca city, located 2,850 metres above sea level, and is the city with the most extensive, best preserved and least altered historic centre in Latin America. These attributes led to it being declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site on 8 September 1978, as well as National Heritage of Ecuador. Wed, 13 Sep 2023 12:44:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/melia-hotels-international-continues-its-growth-in-mexico/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/melia-hotels-international-continues-its-growth-in-mexico/ MELIÁ HOTELS INTERNATIONAL CONTINUES ITS GROWTH IN MEXICO WITH THE NEW ME BY MELIÁ HOTEL IN SAN MIGUEL DE ALLENDE Mon, 14 Aug 2023 07:13:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-great-barrier-reef-eludes-unesco-ranking/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-great-barrier-reef-eludes-unesco-ranking/ No UNESCO “in danger” listing for the Great Barrier Reef this time, but a scorching El Nino summer season is on the horizon. Tue, 08 Aug 2023 11:54:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/edwin-vinke-and-nassau-group-launch-1742-a-culinary-and-experiential-showca/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/edwin-vinke-and-nassau-group-launch-1742-a-culinary-and-experiential-showca/ 2 Michelin star chef, Edwin Vinke has launched a brand-new dining concept in the heart of Ibiza’s fortified Renaissance town, Dalt Vila. 30 years after launching his award-winning restaurant De Kromme Watergang Thu, 27 Jul 2023 06:22:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rixos-arrives-in-montenegro-in-the-historic-palace-the-heritage-grand-peras/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rixos-arrives-in-montenegro-in-the-historic-palace-the-heritage-grand-peras/ The Heritage Grand Perast by Rixos opened in April 2023 and is the brand’s first property in Montenegro. Fri, 05 May 2023 06:12:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jw-marriott-debuts-in-one-of-chinas-most-historical-cities-xian/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jw-marriott-debuts-in-one-of-chinas-most-historical-cities-xian/ New Luxury Hotel Offers Mindful Experiences and Personalized Service in the Home of the Terracotta Warriors Tue, 25 Apr 2023 06:41:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lithuanias-first-radisson-collection-hotel-opens-in-the-heart-of-vilnius/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lithuanias-first-radisson-collection-hotel-opens-in-the-heart-of-vilnius/ Radisson Hotel Group announces the introduction of its first Radisson Collection hotel to Vilnius, Lithuania - one of the largest surviving medieval towns in Northern Europe, with the re-opening of the property previously known as Radisson Blu Royal Astorija Hotel, Vilnius, after an extensive renovation. Sat, 01 Apr 2023 08:42:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/alula-sets-the-stage-for-the-next-big-tourism-boom/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/alula-sets-the-stage-for-the-next-big-tourism-boom/ AlUla is home to historic treasures, including the Nabataean city of Hegra, Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage site, and the tombs of Dadan, the stone-built capital of the Dadanite and Lihyanite Kingdoms Mon, 02 Jan 2023 08:29:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marriott-international-set-to-expand-portfolio/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marriott-international-set-to-expand-portfolio/ Marriott International, Inc., today announced plans to expand its select service portfolio in Greater China with the expected addition of 30 hotels in the segment by the end of 2023. Thu, 17 Nov 2022 11:50:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cuc-phuong-national-park-again-wins-at-world-travel-awards-2022/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cuc-phuong-national-park-again-wins-at-world-travel-awards-2022/ The Cuc Phuong National Park, a famous tourist destination in the northern province of Ninh Binh, has once again been named “Asia’s Leading National Park”. This is the fourth consecutive year, the park has been honoured at the 29th World Travel Award (WTA) Asia & Oceania Gala Ceremony held recently in Ho Chi Minh City. Tue, 13 Sep 2022 05:55:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iraq-ancient-ruins-open-up-to-tourism-after-is-atrocities/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iraq-ancient-ruins-open-up-to-tourism-after-is-atrocities/ Strolling along the ancient ruins of Hatra in Iraq’s north, dozens of visitors admired the site, where local initiatives seek to turn over a new leaf after a brief but brutal jihadist rule. Mon, 12 Sep 2022 06:59:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/4-vietnamese-airlines-earn-kudos-at-world-travel-awards/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/4-vietnamese-airlines-earn-kudos-at-world-travel-awards/ Four Vietnamese carriers have been named winners in different categories at this year’s World Travel Awards, with Vietravel Airlines present for the first time since establishment. Sat, 10 Sep 2022 07:42:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kazakhstan-sees-increased-interest-in-domestic-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kazakhstan-sees-increased-interest-in-domestic-travel/ Kazakhstan is observing an increase in domestic tourism demand in recent years primarily influenced by the pandemic-related restrictions, reported the press service of the Prime Minister. Tue, 30 Aug 2022 06:55:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cat-ba-island-the-pearl-of-the-north-for-tourists/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cat-ba-island-the-pearl-of-the-north-for-tourists/ Cat Ba island, the ‘pearl’ of the north for tourists Vietnam has made an impressive comeback in tourism with ten nominated categories in the 2022 World Travel Awards. Sun, 28 Aug 2022 06:42:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/torbay-plans-to-be-the-uks-top-tourist-destination-by-2030/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/torbay-plans-to-be-the-uks-top-tourist-destination-by-2030/ Torbay has set itself a two-year target to get its tourism business back to pre-Covid levels and add millions of pounds to the amount visitors pump into the economy. The targets are part of a new Destination Management Plan designed to make Torbay the UK’s premier visitor destination by 2030 Tue, 23 Aug 2022 04:54:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ardhah-recognised-with-unesco-heritage-status/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ardhah-recognised-with-unesco-heritage-status/ Ardhah means ‘to perform’ in Arabic and the horse and camel Ardhah is a spectacular performance that often takes place during religious and national celebrations. Wed, 12 Dec 2018 09:23:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/unesco-recognises-christian-history-of-japan-with-new-world-cultural-herita/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/unesco-recognises-christian-history-of-japan-with-new-world-cultural-herita/ UNESCO has designated a series of sites associated with the hidden history of Christians in 16th- to 19th-century Japan as the country’s 18th World Cultural Heritage Site. Tue, 07 Aug 2018 07:48:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/unesco-recognition-for-indawgyi-lake-in-myanmar/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/unesco-recognition-for-indawgyi-lake-in-myanmar/ In another nod to the huge potential of tourism in Myanmar, UNESCO has designated Indawgyi Lake in Kachin State as a Biosphere Reserve. The lake is the largest freshwater lake in the country and the third largest in south-east Asia, while the recognition is the second of its kind for Myanmar. Wed, 02 Aug 2017 08:34:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/unwto-and-unesco-to-organise-first-world-conference-on-tourism-culture/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/unwto-and-unesco-to-organise-first-world-conference-on-tourism-culture/ Officials at the UNWTO and UNESCO have announced the first World Conference on Tourism & Culture. The event will bring together, for the first time, ministers of tourism and ministers of culture from around the world, experts and stakeholders from both sectors to explore new models of partnership. The event will take place in Siem Reap, Cambodia, from February 4th-6th next year. Wed, 17 Dec 2014 11:35:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/turkish-sites-recognised-by-unesco-world-heritage/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/turkish-sites-recognised-by-unesco-world-heritage/ Bursa and Cumalikizik, considered the birthplace of the Ottoman Empire, and the multi-layered cultural landscape of Izmir’s Pergamon have been added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List. The decision was made at the recent 38th World Heritage Committee meeting, held at Qatar’s National Congress Centre in Doha. Fri, 27 Jun 2014 14:42:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/unesco-commends-canadian-governments/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/unesco-commends-canadian-governments/ In its review of Canada’s Nomination of Pimachiowin Aki for World Heritage Status, the World Heritage Committee of the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) deferred final decisions until the next World Heritage Committee meeting.  UNESCO pointed to “fundamental issues” in the evaluation process that prevented them from recognising the value of “the indissoluble bonds that exist in some places between culture and nature.” Thu, 27 Jun 2013 00:00:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/elvas-added-to-unesco-world-heritage-list/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/elvas-added-to-unesco-world-heritage-list/ A small Portuguese city has been declared a new UNESCO World Heritage Site, bringing the total in the country to 13. The garrison border town of Elvas and its fortifications were added by the World Heritage Committee due to it being an “outstanding example of a garrison town and its dry-ditched bulwarked defence system, which developed in response to disruptions in the balance of power within 17th century Europe”. Wed, 08 Aug 2012 11:57:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/unesco-world-heritage-sites-with-four-seasons/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/unesco-world-heritage-sites-with-four-seasons/ UNESCO World Heritage Sites are areas around the world that are considered to have an outstanding cultural or natural importance to the common heritage of humanity. Sat, 28 Jul 2012 05:00:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/26-new-sites-inscribed-on-unesco-world-heritage-list-this-year/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/26-new-sites-inscribed-on-unesco-world-heritage-list-this-year/ The World Heritage Committee on Monday morning inscribed Lena Pillars Nature Park of the Russian Federation, the last site to be added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List during this year’s session. Chad, Congo, Palau and Palestine had World Heritage sites inscribed on the List for the first time. Fri, 13 Jul 2012 20:30:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/historic-bridgetown-added-to-unesco-world-heritage-list/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/historic-bridgetown-added-to-unesco-world-heritage-list/ Barbadian heritage has been officially acknowledged on the world stage as Historic Bridgetown and its Garrison are now included in the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation World Heritage Site list. The official inscription was granted by the World Heritage Committee during its 35th session at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, which ran from June 19th through June 29th, 2011. Fri, 13 Jul 2012 10:03:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/unesco-meeting-in-seychelles-on-integrating-world-heritage-site-management/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/unesco-meeting-in-seychelles-on-integrating-world-heritage-site-management/ Delegates from the small islands developing states from the Indian Ocean and Pacific regions met this week in the Seychelles to develop a strategic plan aimed at integrating World Heritage site management with the sustainable development of local communities. Mon, 07 May 2012 17:30:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/unesco-experts-meet-with-seychelles-minister-for-tourism-and-culture/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/unesco-experts-meet-with-seychelles-minister-for-tourism-and-culture/ Two experts from UNESCO, Ms. Avril Joffe and Mr. Lloyd Stanbury, have completed a three-week mission in Seychelles as part of the UNESCO Technical Assistance Mission for the promotion and development of the Creative Industries, which forms part of the requirement of the UNESCO Convention on the Promotion and Protection of Cultural Diversity and Expressions, ratified by the government of Seychelles in 2005. Thu, 12 Apr 2012 17:30:32 +0000