AM NEWS | VOL. 72 - January 2025

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• 27 Jan 25

Dear Affiliate Members,

I am pleased to introduce the latest edition of the Affiliate Members Newsletter. This monthly publication will keep you updated on the latest news, events, and initiatives related to your membership and the Affiliate Members network. Also included is a provisional calendar of events for 2025, featuring key UN Tourism events.

As we step into the new year, we foresee a year full of opportunities to strengthen Public- Private Collaborations in Tourism, starting with FITUR 2025 in Madrid. UN Tourism returns to the FITUR International Tourism Fair to advance its key objectives for the sector. Throughout the event, UN Tourism will welcome Member States, Affiliate Members, business leaders, and other key stakeholders for a series of high-level meetings and events aimed at advancing shared plans and strengthening partnerships. Dedicated events for Affiliate Members will include:

• Publication Launch: Artificial Intelligence Adoption in Tourism - Key Considerations for Sector Stakeholders and UN Tourism Affiliate Members Roundtable
• UN Tourism Affiliate Members Corner: Targeting Traveler Segments

2025 promises to be a landmark year for UN Tourism as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of our Organization. On this occasion, we will be organizing several dedicated activities and events for Affiliate Members. Stay tuned to the AMConnected+ platform for further announcements, updates, and news related to the Affiliate Membership.

I am also pleased to report that the new tools and functionalities of the AMConnected+ platform have been well received by Affiliate Members. The user-friendly interface, inspired by the most widely used social networks, enables easy navigation through Regional and Thematic Channels based on your interests. The mobile version and other available features reflect our commitment to delivering value to the UN Tourism Affiliate Membership.

The Affiliate Members and Public-Private Collaboration Department remains committed to supporting your projects to the best of our abilities. We welcome your comments and feedback at any time.

Sincerely,
Ion Vilcu
Director

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AM NEWS | VOL. 71 December 2024

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• 18 Dec 24

Dear Affiliate Members,

I am pleased to introduce you to a new edition of the Affiliate Members Newsletter. Thismonthly publication will inform you about the latest news, events, and initiatives related toyour membership and the Affiliate Members’ network. Also included is a provisionalcalendar of events for 2025, featuring the main UN Tourism events.

As we conclude 2024, let’s reflect on a year filled with remarkable achievements for theAffiliate Members network while looking ahead to an even more exciting 2025.

I am pleased to announce the inclusion of 27 new Affiliate Members, bringing our networkto a record-breaking of more than 500 members. This milestone reflects the effortsundertaken by my department in order to increase the value of the membership whileachieving a quality-oriented and geographically balanced network of affiliates.

I am also excited to report the successful conclusion of the 3rd World Sports TourismCongress at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, a forum that brought together worldwideparticipants, including ministers, high-level officials, and sports figures, and of course,many of our Affiliate Members, to explore the transformative potential of sports tourism.

As we turn our focus to the new year, 2025 promises to be a landmark year for UNTourism as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of our Organization. We anticipate a yearrich in activities and events dedicated to Affiliate Members, beginning with FITUR 2025 inMadrid. Stay tuned for further announcements and details about the upcoming initiatives.

I am also pleased to report that the new tools and functionalities of the AMConnected+platform have been received positively by Affiliate Members. The user-friendly interface,inspired by the most widely used social networks, allows for easy navigation based oninterests through Regional and Thematic Channels. The mobile version and otheravailable features reflect our commitment to providing value to the UN Tourism AffiliateMembership.

The Affiliate Members and Public-Private Collaboration Department is committed tocollaborating and supporting our Affiliate Members’ projects to the best of our abilities. Weare always available to hear your comments and feedback.

Sincerely,
Ion Vilcu
Director

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AM NEWS | VOL. 70 Novembre 2024

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• 8 Nov 24

Dear Affiliate Members,

I am pleased to introduce you to a new edition of the Affiliate Members Newsletter. This monthly publication will inform you about the latest news, events, and initiatives related to your membership and the Affiliate Members’ network. Also included is the updated calendar of events for 2024, featuring the main UN Tourism events.

November promises to be an eventful month for Affiliate Members, with a rich lineup of events and initiatives. Kicking off with the World Travel Market in London, this global gathering serves as a vital platform for the travel and tourism industry. Following this, UN Tourism’s 122nd Executive Council will take place from 13-15 November in Colombia. Taking advantage of the presence of many Affiliate Members at this event, my department has organized dedicated networking sessions and activities. For more information, please refer to the AMConnected+ platform.

Further into the month, we look forward to the 9th UN Tourism World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism, which will convene in Manama, Bahrain, on 18-19 November. Closing the month on an exciting note, the 3rd World Sports Tourism Congress will be held on 28-29 November at Madrid's iconic Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. This congress will bring together ministers, high-level officials, sports figures, and key stakeholders to explore innovative approaches to sports tourism, with a focus on maximizing local impact, advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and leveraging sports events to boost tourism and support local economies.

I am also pleased to also report that the new tools and functionalities of the AMConnected+ platform have been received positively by Affiliate Members. The user-friendly interface, inspired by the most widely used social networks, allows for easy navigation based on interests through Regional and Thematic Channels. The mobile version and other available features reflect our commitment to providing value to the UN Tourism Affiliate Membership.

The Affiliate Members and Public-Private Collaboration Department is committed to collaborating and supporting our Affiliate Members’ projects to the best of our abilities. We are always available to hear your comments and feedback.

Sincerely,
Ion Vilcu
Director

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AM NEWS | VOL. 69 October 2024

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• 8 Oct 24

Dear Affiliate Members,

I am pleased to introduce you to a new edition of the Affiliate Members Newsletter. This monthly publication will inform you about the latest news, events, and initiatives related to your membership and the Affiliate Members’ network. Also included is the updated calendar of events for 2024, featuring the main UN Tourism events.

Following the successful celebration of World Tourism Day—a significant occasion for tourism stakeholders from both the public and private sectors—UN Tourism is now preparing for upcoming events. Notably, the 122nd Meeting of the Executive Council will take place from 13-15 November. In this promising setting, and given the presence of many Affiliate Members in Colombia for the event, my department will organize dedicated activities and networking sessions. Please stay tuned for more details, which we will share soon on the AMConnected+ platform.

Looking ahead, I encourage you to mark your calendars for the 3rd World Sports Tourism Congress, scheduled for 28-29 November in Madrid, Spain, in the iconic Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. This congress will bring together ministers, high-level officials, sports figures, and stakeholders to exchange innovative ideas and insights on sports tourism, with a particular focus on its local impact, contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and strategic planning for leveraging sports events to boost tourism and local economies.

I am also pleased to report that the new tools and functionalities of the AMConnected+ platform have been received positively by Affiliate Members. The user-friendly interface, inspired by the most widely used social networks, allows for easy navigation based on interests through Regional and Thematic Channels. The mobile version and other available features reflect our commitment to providing value to the UN Tourism Affiliate Membership.

The Affiliate Members and Public-Private Collaboration Department is committed to collaborating and supporting our Affiliate Members’ projects to the best of our abilities. We are always available to hear your comments and feedback.

Sincerely,
Ion Vilcu
Director

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AM NEWS | VOL. 68 September 2024

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• 17 Sep 24

Dear Affiliate Members,

I am pleased to introduce you to a new edition of the Affiliate Members Newsletter. This monthly publication will inform you about the latest news, events, and initiatives related to your membership and the Affiliate Members’ network. Also included is the updated calendar of events for 2024, featuring the main UN Tourism events.

September is an important month as the global tourism community convenes to observe World Tourism Day, an occasion of great importance for all tourism players from both the public and private sectors. For this occasion, UN Tourism will hold its celebration on 27 September, in Tbilisi, Georgia. Under this year's theme, “Tourism and Peace” the event aims to delve into the nexus between tourism and peacebuilding, underscoring how travel, cultural exchange, and sustainable tourism practices can contribute to conflict resolution, reconciliation, and the promotion of peace across the world.

Looking ahead, I encourage Affiliate Members to mark their calendars for the 3rd World Sports Tourism Congress, which will take place on 28-29 November in Madrid, Spain. This congress will unite ministers, high-level officials, sports legends, and stakeholders to discuss and exchange innovative ideas and insights on sports tourism. The congress will place a particular emphasis on the local impact, contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and strategic planning to enhance tourism and stimulate local economies through sports events.

I am also pleased to report that the new tools and functionalities of the AMConnected+ platform have been received positively by Affiliate Members. The user-friendly interface, inspired by the most widely used social networks, allows for easy navigation based on interests through Regional and Thematic Channels. The mobile version and other available features reflect our commitment to providing value to the UN Tourism Affiliate Membership.

The Affiliate Members and Public-Private Collaboration Department is committed to collaborating and supporting our Affiliate Members’ projects to the best of our abilities. We are always available to hear your comments and feedback.

Sincerely,
Ion Vilcu
Director

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