UN Tourism News 83: UN Tourism´s impact: Driving Investment & Empowering Women
UN Tourism Members Promote Investment and Education as International Arrivals to the Americas Grow
The 69th meeting of the UN Tourism Regional Commission for the Americas brought together prominent representatives of countries of the region in the Cuban city of Varadero. The meeting addressed the challenges and opportunities of the tourism sector that the region is facing.
Women take Centre Stage Building Inclusive Tourism in Asia & the Pacific
Women-led tourism initiatives are driving sustainability efforts forward across Asia and the Pacific region but more financial investment, training and equal opportunities are still needed to reach gender equality.
UN Tourism Launches Women in Tech Startup Competition: Middle East
UN Tourism has launched the second edition of its Women in Tech Startup Competition: Middle East. The initiative aims to highlight and support women entrepreneurs who are shaping the future of sustainable tourism and technology across the region.
UN Tourism: Putting Communities at the Centre of Tourism Development in the Americas
UN Tourism has reaffirmed its commitment to innovation to enhance the evolution of the sector with a seminar on community-based tourism in Cuba.
UN Tourism International Forum – Quintana Roo “Tourism and Culture: A Picture-Perfect Relationship”
Quintana Roo and UN Tourism highlight the potential of audiovisual tourism: Current trends point to the greater dynamism of destinations that promote their cultural and tourism offerings through audiovisual content.
Amadeus & UN Tourism joint report reveals tourism in the Americas is on the rise
Data shows strong growth, especially in the Caribbean and Central America.
UN Tourism Puts Spotlight on Investments and Empowerment at AIM Congress
UN Tourism returned the Annual Investment Congress (AIM) to put the focus on innovation and women’s empowerment, and investments in the Middle East.
UN Tourism and ICCA Partner Around Sustainable Development of Meetings Industry
UN Tourism and the International Congress & Convention Association (ICCA) have joined forces to promote sustainable development within the meeting industry.
UN Tourism Calls for Cross-Cultural Dialogue and Climate Actions in Tourism
UN Tourism has joined leading international organizations and government leaders at the World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue, held in Baku around the theme of "Dialogue for Peace and Global Security: Cooperation and Interconnectivity."
UN Tourism World Tourism Barometer
International tourism recovered 88% of pre-pandemic levels in 2023, supported by strong pent-up demand. Following a strong rebound in 2023, international tourism is expected to fully recover pre-pandemic levels in 2024
INNOVATION
Launching the 2nd Women in Tech Startup Competition
Following a first edition that received over 100 applications, UN Tourism has launched the second edition of the Women in Tech Startup Competition within the framework of the AIM Congress in Abu Dhabi. This competition is aimed at female entrepreneurs in the Middle East.
Community Tourism shines in Cuba
The UN Tourism regional commission for the Americas recently convened in Varadero, Cuba. The event, attended by high-level ministerial representatives, local communities, and sector experts, included a seminar focused on community tourism.
EDUCATION
First initiatives on UN Tourism and Saudi Arabia education agreement
These include 10 new courses in the Tourism Online Academy in 5 languages and the implementation of the TedQual and TFDP (Tourism Faculty Development) certification programmes for academic programmes and teaching staff.
960 Scholarships for Tourism Education in Latin America
Latin America recognizes the importance of education and technical training, which are crucial for UN Tourism. As a result, the organization has awarded a total of 960 scholarships in the region for online courses through our Tourism Online Academy.
INVESTMENTS
UN Tourism Puts Spotlight on Investments and Empowerment at AIM Congress
UN Tourism returned the Annual Investment Congress (AIM) to put the focus on innovation and women’s empowerment, and investments in the Middle East.
Extension of Application Deadline for Green Projects Challenge with CAF
The Green Projects challenge, launched by UN Tourism and CAF (the Development Bank for Latin America and the Caribbean), has extended its deadline for applications until June 30th. Entrepreneurs from the region can continue to apply.
Coming up!
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Glasgow Declaration - Global Roundtable for Tourism Climate ActionOnline, 14th May at 09:30 - 11:00 CEST and 15th May at 16:00 - 17:30 CEST |
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The 50th UN Tourism Regional Commission for the Middle East and the Conference on “Investing in Tourism: Opportunities and Challenges in Sustainable Financing”Muscat, Sultanate of Oman, 22-24 May, 2024 |
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UN Tourism in the media
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Sustainable Tourism & Habitat Conservation: Responsible Travel Guide Released |
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Indonesia to Host 2nd UNWTO Tourism Global Conference on Women Empowerment-in Bali 2024 |
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