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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.

TOURISM’S IMPORTANCE FOR GROWTH HIGHLIGHTED IN WORLD ECONOMIC OUTLOOK REPORT
Tourism has again been identified as a key driver of economic recovery and growth in a new report by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). With UNWTO data pointing to a return to 95% of pre-pandemic tourist numbers by the end of the year in the best case scenario, the IMF report outlines the positive impact the sector’s rapid recovery will have on certain economies worldwide.

7th UNWTO Global Conference on Wine Tourism in La Rioja, Spain to Explore Sustainable Future
The 7th UNWTO Global Conference on Wine Tourism, set to take place in La Rioja, Spain, from November 22-24, 2023, will focus on the future of sustainable wine tourism. Co-organized by UNWTO, the Government of La Rioja, and the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Tourism of Spain, the conference will address key themes such as innovation in blending tradition and technology, skills development, the role of data in shaping wine tourism, governance and partnerships, sustainability, and rural development.

Ecuador’s Oyacachi Recognised as One of the Best Tourism Villages of 2023
Ecuador’s Oyacachi has been recognised as one of the Best Tourism Villages of 2023, according to The World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO).

UNWTO AND PACIFIC ASIA TRAVEL ASSOCIATION FOCUS ON SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR TOURISM
UNWTO has once again partnered with the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) to guide the development of tourism across the region.

THE GLOBAL EDUCATION FORUM PUTS A SPOTLIGHT ON THE FUTURE OF TOURISM
The UNWTO General Assembly looked to the future with a focus on tourism education and training. The Global Education Forum brought together Ministers, employers, educators and learners to address the biggest challenges and opportunities for advancing training across every part of the sector.

Jamaica Elected Second Vice Chair of UNWTO Executive Council
Jamaica’s position as a leader in the global tourism industry has been further bolstered after the Caribbean nation secured the post of second vice chair of the United Nations World Tourism Organization’s (UNWTO) Executive Council.

UNWTO Names its Best Tourism Villages 2023
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has announced its list of Best Tourism Villages 2023. The accolade recognizes villages that are leading the way in nurturing rural areas and preserving landscapes, cultural diversity, local values, and culinary traditions.

UNWTO’S AFFILIATE MEMBERS ADVANCE PUBLIC-PRIVATE COOPERATION IN TOURISM
The Affiliate Members of the World Tourism Organization, made up of businesses, destinations and civil society actors, have met to bolster public-private cooperation around shared goals.

UNWTO gears up to host world’s top tourism authorities at crucial general assembly
With one week to go until the start of its 25th General Assembly, sector leaders have joined international organizations in commending UNWTO’s role in guiding tourism through crisis and into recovery and transformation.

Winston Duke Appointed UNWTO Ambassador for Responsible Tourism
Winston Duke Appointed UNWTO Ambassador for Responsible Tourism to Promote Global Philanthropy and Sustainable Travel

UNWTO strengthens links between agriculture, gastronomy and tourism
UNWTO has held the 8th edition of its World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism co-organized with Basque Culinary Center (BCC), with a focus on the links between product, gastronomy and tourism.