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Women reshape Asian travel sector as push for C-suite equity gains momentum
Tomorrow, 14th October, Travel Daily Media (TDM) is set to honour Asia’s most prominent female travel and tourism professionals via the 2026 run of the annual Inspiring Women in Travel Asia (IWTA) Awards.
Global tourism losses reach $600M daily as Middle East airspace closures drag on
According to the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), the global travel industry is losing an average of US$600 million per day and has been doing so since the end of February.
Global Tourism Economy Forum returns to Macao this month
The twelfth Global Tourism Economy Forum (GTEF) returns to Macao where it all began from 15th to 17th October.
Vietnam challenges Thailand’s tourism dominance as international arrivals surge 20%
How is Vietnam changing the game and, more importantly, can it surpass its regional neighbours in terms of tourism?
Rural destinations see tourism boom as travellers trade crowded cities for slow food trails
As international travel continues to recalibrate towards purpose and authenticity, the global Slow Food movement has emerged as an essential
Experiential fashion tourism booms as luxury brands pivot to hotels and beach clubs
Despite an era marked by rising costs and a starkly divided consumer market, the fashion tourism sector remains incredibly resilient.
Georgia positions itself as East-West travel hub as Chinese visitor numbers surge 48%
Georgia put its best foot forward at ITB China as it showcased its cultural heritage to the over 900 exhibitors and 1,500 hosted buyers in attendance.
Youth travel market expands as Gen Alpha gains influence over family bookings
In this feature, we look into how the sector has changed since the UN Tourism report issued in 2011 and what direction it may take moving forward.
FIA and UN Tourism unveil sustainable sports tourism winners
FIA and UN Tourism unveil sustainable sports tourism winners
UN Tourism partners with TUI Care Foundation
The “Colourful Cultures” initiative is designed to empower local actors to generate income, protect heritage and shape their own
Philippines to host 2026 UN Tourism World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism
The Philippines will be hosting the United Nations Tourism World Forum on Gastronomy next year. This was announced through a
UN Tourism Confirms Shaikha Al Nowais as the New Secretary-General for 2026-2030
She will begin her term at the start of 2026, having gained significant experience in the private sector, most notably
WTM London 2025 welcomes Stephanie Peacock
Stephanie Peacock, recently named as the new minister in charge of tourism, will-be on-site at Excel London for the opening
Kibbutz Neot Semadarin Israel Named One of the Best Tourism Villages in the World by UN Tourism
Led by the Ministry of Tourism, Kibbutz Neot Semadar in Israel’s Southern Arava selected for the prestigious Best Tourism Villages
Saudi Arabia to Host 26th UN Tourism General Assembly in November Marking Agency’s 50th Year
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will host the 26th session of the UN Tourism General Assembly from 7 to 11 November.
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