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Latvia celebrates Liepāja as the European Capital of Culture 2027

Nov 9, 2023  Read: 2 min.
Cultural aficionados and curious travellers will head to Liepaja in Latvia to discover the European Capital of Culture 2027. On 10 May, 2022, Liepāja in Latvia was named the European Capital of Culture 2027 following a competition between three Latvian cities - Liepāja, Valmiera and Daugavpils. The jury was composed of ten experts selected by…
Podcast Episode 19 Nov 21, 2023

🌍 Episode 19# Visit Finland

In this episode of the ITB News Podcast we will talk with Kristiina Hietasaari, Senior Director at Visit Finland about Finland's unique position as the world's happiest country and its influence on the nation's tourism strategy. She sheds light on how Finland's lesser-known status in the global market is counterbalanced by its impressive record in…
CSR Responsible Tourism

20-year anniversary for US foundation Tourism Cares

Jul 7, 2023  Read: 3 min.
Year 2023 sees the celebration of the 20th anniversary of the US-based non-profit Tourism Cares. The foundation can look with pride to two decades of impact in sustainable tourism. USA leading travel industry non-profit Tourism Cares celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, marking two decades of impact programming in the sustainable tourism space. Tourism Cares,…
Asia

Labuan Bajo Shines as Host to the KTT ASEAN 2023 Side Event: A Celebration of Sustainable Tourism

Jul 7, 2023  Read: 2 min.
Labuan Bajo, a picturesque coastal town in Indonesia, played host to a remarkable side event of the KTT ASEAN 2023 on Sunday, 7th of May. The event, organized by the Indonesian government, showcased the nation's commitment to sustainable tourism and served as a platform to discuss crucial issues affecting the Southeast Asian region. With its…
News Trade Talk

The Corps Touristique confirms Hanna Kleber as President of the German association for 2023/2024

Jul 7, 2023  Read: 2 min.
The Corps Touristique (CT), an association of foreign tourism boards in Germany, elected its new board for the next two years last May. The election confirmed Hanna Kleber as its President for a new term. Founded in 1955, the Corps Touristique (CT) is a body grouping foreign tourism boards based in Germany. It aims to…
CSR Education News

Launching the Bachelor of Science in International Sustainable Tourism

Jul 6, 2023  Read: 3 min.
UNWTO and HSLU Unite for a Unique Degree Programme In an unprecedented collaboration, the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (HSLU) and the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) have joined forces to introduce the Bachelor of Science in International Sustainable Tourism. This groundbreaking study programme marks the first time that UNWTO actively participates…
Medical Tourism Nature Tourism News Wellness

Unleashing the potential of health and wellness tourism in Europe

Jul 5, 2023  Read: 3 min.
Conference Highlights the Path to Success The UNWTO Conference on Education and Skills in Medical and Wellbeing Tourism, held in Sofia, Bulgaria, shed light on the immense possibilities offered by health and wellbeing tourism. Leaders from the public and private sectors convened to discuss the coordination, investments, and skilled workforce required to fully realize its…
Americas Hotels & Resorts

Luxury Cayo Levantado Resort opened in the Dominican Republic

Jul 5, 2023  Read: 3 min.
The latest upscale five-star 24-hour all-inclusive resort in the Dominican Republic, the Cayo Levantado Resort, opened its doors in early June in the province of Samana. The resort occupies an entire island bringing to its guests an exclusive enchanting experience in one of the most secluded areas of the Dominican Republic. Located in the province…
News

Tourism Demand in Puerto Rico Sees Significant Growth in 2023

Jul 4, 2023  Read: 2 min.
Puerto Rico's tourism sector is experiencing a notable surge as tourism demand shows a remarkable increase of 14% in 2023, driving positive economic growth. During the first four months of the year, lodging income also witnessed substantial growth, reaching an estimated €680 million, representing a significant 20% increase compared to the same period last year.…
Asia Hotels & Resorts Responsible Tourism

Bhutan Peaceful Residency & Spa adds another premium 3-star property in Timphu

Jul 3, 2023  Read: 3 min.
The Bhutan Peaceful Residency & Spa in the Kingdom's capital Timphu, is one of the latest addition to the country's hospitality sector. It offers a relaxing stay to all its guests at a time when Bhutan is lowering the tourism fees for long-stay travellers. Bhutan, the small Himalayan Kingdom steeped in history and relatively isolated…
Europe Responsible Tourism Transport

Rail competition becomes more intense in Europe with new operators and new lines

Jul 3, 2023  Read: 4 min.
Rail network in Europe is getting new impulsions. Spain Renfe between France and Spain, Germany's Arriva between the Netherlands, Belgium and France, SNCF and DB between Paris and Berlin or new night trains from Austrian Federal Railways ÖBB from Germany and Austria to Italy and Croatia. Europe is more and more embracing rail as a…

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