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The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is the United Nations agency responsible for the promotion of responsible, sustainable and universally accessible tourism. UNWTO advocates for tourism in the global agenda as a driver of socio-economic growth, inclusive development and environmental sustainability and offers leadership and support to the sector in advancing knowledge and tourism policies worldwide.
Led by Secretary General, Zurab Pololikashvili, UNWTO has widened its scope of work, including innovation, digital transformation, investment and online education.
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UNWTO and MUST Travel & Tech offer digital tools to revitalize tourism
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) continues to energize the restart of tourism based on sustainability and innovation. An
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UNWTO bets on vaccines and digital solutions to ease travel restrictions
The global vaccination rollout and increased adoption of digital solutions for safe travel should lead to a rise in international...
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UNWTO backs Mexico’s support for tourism to boost recovery
The Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has embarked on a first official visit to Mexico. The visit of...
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Global economy stands to lose $4 trillion from Covid’s impact on tourism
Economic losses are mounting in developing countries due to the absence of widespread COVID-19 vaccinations.
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UNWTO to assist Zimbabwe in measuring tourism importance
UNWTO commits to work with the Government of Zimbabwe to measure the importance of tourism for the country’s economy.
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UNWTO organizes first “Global Youth Tourism Summit” in Italy
Sustainability, sharing experiences and their vision of the future of tourism – what do 12-18 year-olds think? The “Global Youth...
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UNWTO launches ‘Jobs Factory’, powered by Hosco, to kickstart tourism recovery
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has launched the Jobs Factory, powered by Hosco, the global hospitality network. This innovative
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UNWTO to promote Brand Africa to boost tourism in the continent
UNWTO’s African Member States will work together to establish a new narrative for tourism across the continent.
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UNWTO announces new dates for the World Gastronomy Tourism Forum
UNWTO), Basque Culinary Center (BCC), VISITFLANDERS and the city of Bruges have announced new dates for the 6th UNWTO World...
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Mallorca joins UNWTO’s Sustainable Tourism Observatory Network
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has welcomed Mallorca’s Sustainable Tourism Observatory into its International Network of Sustainable
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