https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/women in travel/ Women In Travel News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T10:13:50+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fitur-woman-calls-for-female-talent-to-be-recognized-in-tourism-decision-ma/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fitur-woman-calls-for-female-talent-to-be-recognized-in-tourism-decision-ma/ Participants in the forum, organized by FITUR together with Women Leading Tourism, say that for tourism growth to be sustainable and competitive, it must also be inclusive. One in three new jobs created worldwide in the coming years will be linked to tourism, a sector in which women make up 54% of the workforce. Thu, 22 Jan 2026 09:57:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/stride-for-inclusion-to-make-international-women-in-travel-and-tourism-foru/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/stride-for-inclusion-to-make-international-women-in-travel-and-tourism-foru/ The Stride for Inclusion run is the latest addition to the event’s activities, and will give travel industry representatives (and friends and family) the opportunity to run to raise money for Women in Travel’s social impact programmes Thu, 17 Apr 2025 09:23:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/future-hospitality-summit-fhs-saudi-arabia-pre-event-feature-voices-of-fema/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/future-hospitality-summit-fhs-saudi-arabia-pre-event-feature-voices-of-fema/ In celebration of International Women’s Day this month, we shine a spotlight on female leaders in the hospitality industry in Saudi Arabia. With Vision 2030 as a driving force, the Kingdom has unlocked unprecedented opportunities for women to lead, innovate, and shape the future of tourism and hospitality. Yet, real progress means going beyond symbolic gestures - it’s about creating lasting pathways for growth, mentorship, and leadership. We spoke with female hospitality professionals in Saudi Arabia about breaking barriers and driving change in the industry, and their advice for the next generation of female leaders. Wed, 12 Mar 2025 06:48:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-key-to-increase-the-number-of-women-leaders-in-the-travel-tech-industry/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-key-to-increase-the-number-of-women-leaders-in-the-travel-tech-industry/ As people around the world get ready to celebrate International Women’s Day with the campaign theme “For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.” this week, the B2B travel tech communications and public relations agency Belvera Partners has requested the opinion of female leaders in the travel tech industry about what is needed to promote women leadership in the travel and tourism sectors. Thu, 06 Mar 2025 09:43:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/alcorn-joins-women-in-travel-cic/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/alcorn-joins-women-in-travel-cic/ Leading social enterprise Women in Travel CIC has welcomed Beth Alcorn as its new Male Allyship Network community manager and programme co-ordinator Thu, 27 Feb 2025 12:18:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/women-in-travel-cic-unveils-plans-for-gulf-event/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/women-in-travel-cic-unveils-plans-for-gulf-event/ Women in Travel CIC is announcing the international expansion of its signature event - the International Women in Travel & Tourism Forum (IWTTF) - with the launch of IWTTF Gulf. Wed, 30 Oct 2024 14:53:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/just-15.6-of-travel-tech-leaders-are-female/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/just-15.6-of-travel-tech-leaders-are-female/ An analysis of CEOs of the top companies and most visible individuals in the B2B travel technology space has shown that only 15.6% of these are female. This research was carried out in July by B2B travel tech public relations agency Belvera Partners, basing the companies and individuals selected on its Belvera B2B Travel Tech Map as the universe for the study and using LinkedIn profiles to establish gender. Tue, 10 Sep 2024 06:13:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-group-celebrates-its-shining-female-emirati-talent/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-group-celebrates-its-shining-female-emirati-talent/ The Emirates Group is proud to celebrate the contributions of Emirati women, and the vital work they do to advance excellence across aviation and travel in the UAE. Watch the video that highlights the diverse careers of talented Emirati women across the Emirates Group. Fri, 30 Aug 2024 07:01:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/intrepid-travel-take-centre-stage-at-international-women-in-travel-and-tour/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/intrepid-travel-take-centre-stage-at-international-women-in-travel-and-tour/ Women in Travel CIC has announced that Darrell Wade and Zina Bencheikh of Intrepid Travel will speak together at IWTTF 2024 in London in June. Mon, 25 Mar 2024 13:31:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/women-are-a-driving-force-for-travel-tourism-says-wttc/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/women-are-a-driving-force-for-travel-tourism-says-wttc/ To celebrate International Women’s Day, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) underscores the pivotal role of women in the global Travel & Tourism sector. Sun, 10 Mar 2024 06:33:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/future-hospitality-summit-fhs-saudi-arabia-women-in-hospitality/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/future-hospitality-summit-fhs-saudi-arabia-women-in-hospitality/ FHS Saudi Arabia, taking place in Riyadh from 29 April to 1 May, has a strong female focus this year, reflecting the rise of women in the Kingdom’s hospitality and tourism industries, and encouraging more to embark on a career in the sector. Fri, 23 Feb 2024 08:16:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-women-in-travel-tourism-forum-and-awards-to-return-in-june/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-women-in-travel-tourism-forum-and-awards-to-return-in-june/ The event promises lively discussions, thought-provoking debate and celebrations of the best in diversity, equity and inclusion within the travel, tourism and hospitality sector. Wed, 31 Jan 2024 13:04:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/women-in-travel-launches-community-tour-of-north-london/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/women-in-travel-launches-community-tour-of-north-london/ The new tour takes visitors on a journey of the senses along London’s Ealing Road to uncover the flavours, spirituality, clothing and traditions that define India, finishing with an unforgettable Indian street food feast. Tue, 12 Dec 2023 11:16:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-women-in-travel-tourism-forum-to-return-to-london-next-year/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-women-in-travel-tourism-forum-to-return-to-london-next-year/ Following the success of the International Women in Travel & Tourism Forum 2023 and inaugural awards, Women in Travel has confirmed that IWTTF will return in June 2024. Thu, 21 Sep 2023 12:13:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/womens-participation-in-travel-tourism-critical-to-growth-of-global-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/womens-participation-in-travel-tourism-critical-to-growth-of-global-sector/ Women account for more than 50% of the sector’s workforce Public-private collaboration ensure women receive training, networks and finance needed to build secure careers Sun, 23 Jul 2023 06:10:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/winners-of-inaugural-iwttf-revealed-in-london/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/winners-of-inaugural-iwttf-revealed-in-london/ Social enterprise Women in Travel CIC has announced the winners of its inaugural International Women in Travel and Tourism Forum Awards, which celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion in the travel, tourism and hospitality industries. Thu, 22 Jun 2023 08:54:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quiet-hub-on-hand-at-international-women-in-travel-tourism-forum/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quiet-hub-on-hand-at-international-women-in-travel-tourism-forum/ The International Women in Travel & Tourism Forum 2023 is offering a Quiet Hub aimed at supporting the needs of attendees with neurodiversity. Wed, 14 Jun 2023 14:08:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ampaw-farr-to-offer-iwttf-keynote-address/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ampaw-farr-to-offer-iwttf-keynote-address/ The International Women in Travel & Tourism Forum has announced that the keynote speaker for its forthcoming June conference will be Jaz Ampaw-Farr, Speaker of the Year 2022 at the Speaker Awards. Tue, 23 May 2023 15:25:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/judging-panel-unveiled-for-iwttf-awards/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/judging-panel-unveiled-for-iwttf-awards/ Social enterprise Women in Travel CIC has announced a series of industry-leading names on the judging panel of its inaugural IWTTF Awards. Tue, 25 Apr 2023 14:40:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/expedia-google-and-intrepid-lead-sponsors-for-international-women-in-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/expedia-google-and-intrepid-lead-sponsors-for-international-women-in-travel/ Following the success of the third International Women in Travel and Tourism Forum in 2022, Women in Travel CIC is proud to confirm the first round of sponsors for the forthcoming 2023 event in London. Wed, 01 Feb 2023 12:38:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-jamie-lee-abtar-multicultural-community-lead/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-jamie-lee-abtar-multicultural-community-lead/ Breaking Travel News here hears from Jamie-Lee Abtar, multicultural community lead with Women in Travel CIC, about the work that still needs to be done to bring about meaningful change in the travel industry Fri, 01 Apr 2022 02:29:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/women-in-travel-examines-successes-on-international-womens-day/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/women-in-travel-examines-successes-on-international-womens-day/ Women in Travel has released its first ever Social Impact Report, a deep dive into the impact of the life-changing initiatives and programmes it has delivered since its inception in 2018. Tue, 08 Mar 2022 05:31:35 +0000