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UNWTO brings tourism sector together to plan for future
UNWTO) has once again brought leaders from across the sector together for high-level talks aimed at strengthening cooperation between the public and private sectors
Maldives, Canary Islands see enormous increase in bookings
Pent-up demand for travel is real as popular holiday destinations like Maldives and Canary Islands saw a spike in bookings.
The perfect destination for the eco-conscious traveller in 2021
The city has become the first in the world to verify its carbon emissions from tourist activity, the first step in a commitment to become a carbon-neutral destination by 2025.
Agents of change: How can APAC’s travel industry come together to solve the contactless conundrum?
The technology already exists to render most parts of the travel experience contactless – from voice-activated screens, biometric scanners and automated gates at airports, to robot check-in and room service in hotels, and use of wearables by tour operators.
Tourism in Spain staring at USD 120 billion loss due to COVID-19
Devastated by the pandemic, Spain’s all-important tourism sector is expected to incur losses of more than EUR 100 billion (USD 120 billion) this year
Canary Islands joins UN observatory network for tourism recovery
Canary Islands has been confirmed as the latest member of the growing International Network of Sustainable Tourism Observatories (INSTO), overseeing the responsible development of tourism worldwide
Palma reopens and revives tourism with ‘workations’
Following the reopening of Balearic Islands to international tourists, the city of Palma is repositioning itself as a go-to work-hub destination, where travellers can work and be in a dream holiday at the same time.
Spanish Tourist Office outlines travel protocols for Balearic Islands and Canary Islands reopening
There continues to be an appetite to travel to both the Balearic Islands and the Canary Islands as long as reliable safety measures are guaranteed.
Canary Islands and Balearic Islands reopen to European countries
The Canary Islands and the Balearic Islands on a protocol to establish travel corridors with European countries.
Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Madrid finally open
After eight years of anticipation, Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Madrid is now open.
UNWTO and Google host first tourism acceleration programme in Sub-Saharan Africa
United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) and Google have partnered for an online Acceleration Programme for UNWTO Member States’ tourism ministers, top travel associations and tourism boards to further develop innovation and digital transformation skills
More than 50% of global destinations are easing travel restrictions but caution remains: UNWTO
UNWTO has confirmed that a majority of destinations around the world (53%) have now started easing travel restrictions introduced in response to the COVID-19 pandemic
This beach resort offers ‘schoolcations’ for kids
Families staying at Puente Romano Beach Resort this year have access to private tutoring for an educational boost in the Andalusian village-style resort on the beachfront between Marbella and Puerto Banús.
UNWTO observes safe restart of tourism in Egypt
A high-level delegation from UNWTO has concluded an official visit to Egypt to offer firm support for the government’s work to restart tourism and direct its benefits towards supporting livelihoods and preserving cultural heritage
“We are holding on to hope for the autumn/winter season” – Palma Tourism Board
Pedro Homar, manager of the Palma Tourist Board, is confident there will be a strong upward surge of demand to Palma once travel advice is changed.
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