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World Travel & Tourism Council Global Summit opens with update on the industry’s carbon footprint
The 24th World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) Global Summit officially opened today, 8th October in Perth, Western Australia.
US longshoremen’s strike will have little impact on cruise sector
The president of the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) gave the public assurance that cruise line operations will not be hampered.
Discovery Samal hosts benefit gala for indigenous weaving communities
Discovery Samal served as the elegant venue for The Stellar Fashion Gala, a charity event benefiting indigenous weaving communities.
Philippines successfully holds culinary tourism showcase in Turin
The Philippines’ Department of Tourism (DOT), in collaboration with Slow Food Communities and various stakeholders, showcased the Philippines’ rich culinary heritage on the global stage last month at the world-renowned Terra Madre Salone del Gusto
Asian properties dominate this year’s top ten world’s best hotels
Asian hotels dominated William Reed’s list of the 50 best hotels in the world, taking seven of the slots in the top ten.
Queenstown Airport attains Level 4+ airport carbon accreditation
Queenstown Airport recently attained Level 4+ airport carbon accreditation from the Airports Council International.
Northern Marianas authorities work to boost tourism to the islands
Government authorities in the Northern Marianas Islands are pushing to revive the US Pacific territory’s tourism sector in the post-pandemic era.
Mekong Tourism Coordinating Office holds workshop for empowerment of women in tourism
The Mekong Tourism Coordinating Office (MTCO) held a four-day digital skills training workshop for women working in the tourism sector.
IATA develops CO2 Connect for Cargo with British Airways and Microsoft
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced collaborations with British Airways and Microsoft to further enhance the accuracy of IATA CO2 Connect for Cargo in calculating carbon emissions.
ATIA scores win in federal inquiry on tourism and international education
ATIA announced a positive advocacy development with regard to the Federal Parliament’s inquiry report into Australia’s tourism and international education sectors.
Pittsburgh named World Festival & Event City by IFEA
The City of Pittsburgh and VisitPITTSBURGH today announced Pittsburgh’s designation as a World Festival & Event City by the International Festivals & Events Association (IFEA), a premier association supporting and enabling festival and event professionals worldwide.
Macao, Hong Kong, and Guangdong promote the Greater Bay Area in Indonesia
Officials from Macao, Hong Kong, and Guangdong held an overseas tourism promotional event for the Greater Bay Area in Jakarta, Indonesia.
ATIA lauds Qatar Airways’ investment into Virgin Australia
The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) extended appreciative comments regarding Qatar Airways’ impending investment into Virgin Australia.
Sentosa to upskill 15,000 employees in the tourism sector
Singapore’s popular resort island Sentosa recently took a pro-active step towards ensuring that its workforce is ready for the challenges posed by the tourism sector in the 21st century.
Sunil Kumar elected as the new President of TAAI for 2024-2026 term
Sunil Kumar has been elected as the new President of the Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) at the TAAI national elections held in Mumbai at ITC Maratha
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