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Dominican republic among UNWTO members reporting strong tourism rebound
UNWTO has warmly welcomed the first data on summer arrivals from its Member States.
International tourism consolidates strong recovery amidst growing challenges
International tourism continues to show signs of a strong and steady recovery from the impact of the pandemic despite significant mounting economic and geopolitical challenges.
UNWTO sets out shared goals and opportunities for tourism in Paraguay
The President of Paraguay Mario Abdo Benitez, welcomed this week UNWTO’s support as the county works to make tourism a central pillar of economic growth and social opportunity.
UNWTO sets out shared goals for tourism in Paraguay
The President of Paraguay Mario Abdo Benitez, welcomed this week UNWTO’s support as the county works to make tourism a central pillar of economic growth and social opportunity.
Tourism statistics inform UN reports on sustainable development
A United Nations global assessment of progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) makes clear the important role that tourism must play in achieving the ambitious agenda for change.
La Rioja to host UNWTO Global Conference on Wine Tourism 2023
The 7th edition of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Global Conference on Wine Tourism will be held in La Rioja in 2023. This new edition was presented at the Vivanco Museum of Wine Culture, with the participation of Concha Andreu, President of the Government of La Rioja; Reyes Maroto, Minister of Industry, Trade and Tourism; and the Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization, Zurab Pololikashvili
UNTWO: Advancing safe mobility for stronger recovery
UNWTO joined the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and Spain in the recent High-Level Meeting on Safe International Travel held in Ibiza on 7-8 July.
UNWTO welcomes music promotor Pino Sagliocco as tourism ambassador
The music promoter Pino Sagliocco has been unveiled as the newest UNWTO Special Ambassador, joining a growing list of illustrious figures using their influence and celebrity to promote the power of tourism
Young people must be active participants as we rethink and restart tourism
UNWTO recognises the importance of youth. For this reason, youth empowerment, including through offering education and training opportunities as well as access to decent jobs, is one of our key priorities.
Peace and international solidarity celebrated as Global Youth Tourism Summit ends
The first Global Youth Tourism Summit concluded by showcasing the power of tourism for youth empowerment, international solidarity and peace.
“Sorrento call to action”: Youth to play an active role in tourism’s future
The first Global Youth Tourism Summit concluded with the launch of the Sorrento Call to Action, a bold and ground-breaking vision for young people to be active participants in tourism’s restart and growth as a pillar of sustainable and inclusive development.
Scaling-up tourism action at UN Ocean Conference
Tourism has the potential to lead the shift towards a circular and regenerative blue economy, the UN Ocean Conference has been told.