Addressing the challenges related to the distribution of Covid-19 vaccines worldwide, implementing rapid testing and the importance of digital health documentation to restore the safe movement of travelers were at the center of a five-part plan presented this week at the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) 7th Global Tourism Crisis Committee by Greek Tourism Minister
WTM London has published a Travel & Tourism Manifesto to guide policy-makers with concrete solutions to present and future challenges, aiming to create a safer, smarter and greener travel and tourism industry. The manifesto had the support of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), plus more than 200 […]
Ensuring accessibility for tourists with specific access requirements can be a “game changer” for destinations around the world as they look to bounce back from the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic, according to the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). The organization is aiming to make clear the importance of placing inclusivity at the centre of tourism […]
Photo source: UNWTO Europe continues to lead the way in lifting or easing travel restrictions, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) said on Wednesday. According to the eighth edition of the UNWTO Travel Restrictions Report, as of November 1, a total of 152 destinations – 70 percent of all global destinations – have eased restrictions on international […]
Photo source: UNWTO The Global Tourism Plastics Initiative has welcomed 26 new signatories, including businesses and organizations from every part of the global tourism value chain. Led by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) in collaboration with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, the initiative unites the tourism sector
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and Sommet Education have announced the 30 finalists of the Hospitality Challenge, an initiative designed to identify ideas and individuals capable of accelerating the recovery of the tourism sector in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Launched in June 2020, the Hospitality Challenge has received almost 600 applications from all […]
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) have called for the gradual and safe resumption of cruise operations, highlighting its importance for the world economy. In a joint statement, the two UN agencies recognised the efforts made by the industry, countries and international organizations to protect the safety, health and
Photo source: UNWTO The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) on Tuesday said it foresees a rebound in international tourism next year, mostly in the third quarter of 2021. However, around 20 percent of its experts suggest the rebound could occur only in 2022. “Travel restrictions are seen as the main barrier standing in the way of […]
Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis called for the implementation of rapid testing for Covid-19 at all European airports in order to enable travel and ensure the safety of travelers, tourism professionals and destination populations. Theoharis presented the initiative to tourism leaders during his participation this week in the 6th
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has joined forces with the Expedia Group, aiming to strengthen ties between the public and private sectors and drive tourism’s recovery from the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic. The two parties recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Brussels that will see them collaborate on a range of topics, […]


















