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Tourism has massively increased in recent decades. Aviation has opened up travel from domestic to international. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of international visits had more than doubled since 2000.

Tourism can be important for both the travelers and the people in the countries they visit.

For visitors, traveling can increase their understanding of and appreciation for people in other countries and their cultures.

And in many countries, many people rely on tourism for their income. In some, it is one of the largest industries.

But tourism also has externalities: it contributes to global carbon emissions and can encroach on local environments and cultures.

On this page, you can find data and visualizations on the history and current state of tourism across the world.

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The World's Largest Tourism Spenders

World Tourism Day , celebrated annually on September 27, serves as a global recognition of the vital role that tourism plays in our world. The day was established and first observed by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in 1980 to celebrate tourism's social, cultural, political and economic value. Tourism not only has the power to foster understanding between nations and promote cultural exchange, but it is also an important driver of economic growth and development. Especially for smaller countries that aren’t rich in resources and don’t play a major role in global trade, tourism is often a key export sector, attracting foreign capital and creating wealth by fostering the domestic service sector, particularly in hospitality, transportation and entertainment.

Over the past few decades, the world has seen a steep increase in international tourism , as the world has become more globalized and advances in transportation have increased mobility and brought down travel costs. Wealth and prosperity have also contributed to an increase in international travel, particularly in countries like China, where a growing middle class has clearly shown an appetite for exploring the world in the past decade.

As our latest Racing Bars video, based on UNWTO data , shows, outbound tourism spending by Chinese travelers increased more than tenfold between 2006 and 2019, catapulting China to the top of the international tourism spending ranking, a position it even held through the pandemic, despite widespread travel restrictions. Aside from China, the United States have been at or near the top of the ranking for the past three decades, with travelers from Germany, France and the UK also spending freely abroad. The ranking nicely reflects the rise in prosperity in certain countries, with the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and India all entering the top 10 at some point in the past five years.

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World Tourism Day 2022: Rethinking Tourism (Infographic)

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42 years ago, the World Tourism Organization marked the first World Tourism Day on September 27. The day acknowledged and celebrated tourism as a vital part of the economy, cultural exploration, and society. In 1980, the topic of World Tourism Day was “Tourism’s contribution to the preservation of cultural heritage and to peace and mutual understanding.” 42 years later, the same purpose of tourism resides. However, other goals and needs in the tourism industry have risen, and today we’re urged to rethink tourism , re-imagining the industry’s growth. 

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The cultural, societal, and economic significance of tourism

When we think about tourism, we think about culturally-charged experiences and the process of discovery, but it’s so much more. As the World Tourism Organization discussed on the first World Tourism Day, the preservation of cultural heritage is closely tied to tourism as well as the understanding of different cultures, nationalities, and people. Tourism allows people to share and exchange knowledge, which leads to a better understanding of a culture. The better we understand different cultures, the more we can cultivate compassion towards one another.

Also, the tourism industry is vital for the country’s economic health. Many countries depend on the well-being of their tourism industry to prosper and drive economic growth. It’s not only the tourist expenditures that contribute to economic growth but also the jobs that this industry provides to people. Tourism employs one in every ten people in the world. Hotels, restaurants, shops, excursions, and other services or activities create jobs for people in certain well-traveled parts of the world, which drives economic growth and socioeconomic well-being. 

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Tourism and the pandemic: Innovation in times of need

2020 and 2021 were difficult years for the travel and tourism industry. As the pandemic paralyzed travel across the globe, travel, and tourism were one of the most affected sectors due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Airplanes were on the ground, hotels closed, and travel restrictions made it impossible for most people to travel internationally or domestically. 

Desperate times called for innovative measures. The digital environment emerged rapidly and allowed the tourism sector to actualize creative ways to engage people in travel activities even in quarantine conditions. Virtual museum tours, sightseeing activities, and other virtual or data-driven experiences entertained people and allowed tourism to stay above water in difficult times. 

With travel restrictions lifted in most countries, international tourism has bounced back with almost 250 million international arrivals in the first five months of 2022. 

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Sustainable development of tourism 

Tourism provides new opportunities for growth and eye-opening experiences. However, the way people travel isn’t always sustainable. The topic of sustainable tourism was brought up in 1993 on World Tourism Day as the theme of the event was “Tourism development and environmental protection: Towards a lasting harmony.” Whether it’s travel by air, land, or water, the means of transportation aren’t eco-friendly in most cases. It’s not a secret that air travel contributes to a huge amount of CO2 as well as cars, buses, and other transportation. That is why sustainable travel has been a topical discussion over the years. And it’s not only about the means of transportation. Plastic pollution from water bottles or littering in crowded places are serious issues that arise from frequent travel possibilities and tourist-dense environments. The World Tourism Organization has addressed these issues by focusing on sustainable development through One Planet initiatives, Hotel Energy Solutions , Global Tourism Plastic Initiative , and more.

The goal of these initiatives is to create a better environment for tourists, citizens, and all other inhabitants. Tourism shouldn’t be harmful to anyone, especially to the environment. That is why sustainable development initiatives are extremely important.

Rethinking Tourism

There are many different ways to travel and experience a new environment. Some tourists are driven by new experiences, while others prefer comfortable and familiar environments like SPA centers and hotels. Whatever it may be, the way people travel impacts a country’s economic health, society, culture, ethics, innovation, sustainability, and more. It impacts many different areas, including our understanding of one another. 

This year the World Tourism Organization invites people to rethink tourism, re-imagine the sector, and develop ideas for moving forward to create a more sustainable, diverse, and prosperous future for tourism. For more information on tourism and World Tourism Day 2022, visit the World Tourism Organization .

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World Tourism Day on 27 September is about deciding the tourism we want for the future. That means thinking not just about the economy but also about the impact on people and the planet.

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Every year on 27 September the United Nations World Tourism Day is celebrated. It began in 1980, and the event is hosted by a different country or group of countries every year. On World Tourism Day, the United Nations calls for investments in people and the planet, not just economic productivity.

Why do we need World Tourism Day?

It may seem curious that tourism has its own special day, but maybe it's not so surprising when you think of the enormous number of people employed in this sector. Tourism and travel is one of the world's biggest industries. According to 2019 research, over 333 million people – that's about one in ten working people worldwide – were employed in tourism and travel. Now, this huge global industry is growing again after the pandemic, creating serious issues for people and the planet.

How does tourism affect local people?

With mass tourism, fascinating places are becoming overwhelmed by millions of tourists. Enormous tour buses block roads and make getting to school or work difficult for residents. International chains take over from local businesses, tourist apartments take over from ordinary housing, and rising prices force local people out of their homes.

Barcelona in Spain and Venice in Italy are two examples of places where the local population have demanded that tourism is controlled more tightly. In Barcelona, regulations related to short-term rental accommodation were introduced to help local people have access to flats. In Venice, the number of large cruise liners entering the port is now controlled to protect the historic city and its natural environment from further damage. Locals also complained about the huge crowds of cruise passengers, who were putting pressure on the city's resources but contributing little to the economy. Maybe tourism in the 21st century will continue to be regulated to protect people and local environments.

How does tourism affect the environment?

Mass tourism is bad news for our planet too. The industry destroys natural habitats to build tourist facilities and consumes large amounts of energy and natural resources, such as land, soil and water. Pollution is also a negative consequence of travel and tourism, including solid waste and sewage pollution, noise pollution and air pollution. Carbon emissions from tourism are more than five per cent of global emissions, and this figure is going up. The tourism and travel industry continues to contribute to the climate crisis. 

Can we be responsible tourists?

In the words of Bruce Poon Tip, producer of the documentary The Last Tourist , 'travel is a privilege, not a right'. The Last Tourist encourages us to be 'conscious consumers' when deciding where and how to travel. As tourists, we need to think more carefully about the impact of our choices. If we decide to stay at a beautiful resort, who is going to benefit from our money? Is the hotel owned by people from the local community? And how can we minimise our contribution to pollution and climate change? To protect the beautiful places we love to visit, and the people who live in them, we need to rethink tourism and act responsibly.

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In Mexico, I've seen negative effects like deforestation, air pollution, and the destruction of natural resources and ecosystems. As a matter of fact, In Mexico, there is a controversial train that is driving to the most natural resources and places in Mexico only that a part of a forest was destroyed to create that railroad. at least the train is different from the others, it cannot produce dioxide of carbon. On the other hand, there are brilliant ideas from architects, engineers, and environmentalists that are great solutions. On the whole, we must be responsible and conscious people about the environment and how we can take care of any place that we are living or visiting

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  • What and When Is World Tourism Day?

World Tourism Day highlights the important role of tourism.

World Tourism Day is an annual event observed by the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) on September 27. The idea of commemorating World Tourism Day on September 27 of every year was proposed by the late Ignatius Amaduwa Atigbi of Nigeria. The purpose of establishing World Tourism Day is to make the international community aware of the role of tourism and its impact on the social, political, economic, and cultural values of people around the world. The event seeks to address the global challenges highlighted in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and to discuss how the tourism industry contributes towards the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. The color of the event is blue.

History of World Tourism Day

The UNWTO General Assembly instituted World Tourism Day in September 1979 during its third session in Torremolinos, Spain. The Assembly chose to celebrate the international event on September 27 because the date coincides with a significant milestone in global tourism: the adoption of the UNWTO Statutes in 1970. The timing is also crucial to the tourism sector because it comes at the beginning of the high season in the southern hemisphere and the end of the season in the northern hemisphere.

The first World Tourism Day celebrations were held in 1980, and the theme of the event was "Tourism's contribution to the preservation of cultural heritage and to peace and mutual understanding." Since then, the UNWTO has observed World Tourism Day annually under a different theme selected by its General Assembly. In October 1997 the Assembly resolved to appoint a country to partner with the organization and host the event each year. The first country to host the event under the new protocol was Mexico. Six years later, in 2003, the UNWTO General Assembly agreed to follow a geographical order when designating a host country for the celebrations.

Celebrating World Tourism Day

World Tourism Day is strictly a UN observance hence it is not a public holiday in any country. The UNWTO invites all the stakeholders in the tourism sector as well as other interested parties to observe the day and participate in the special celebrations organized in their respective countries. People are also encouraged to visit both local and international destinations on this day to promote global tourism. The official event is held in a designated host country, and it is chaired by the Secretary-General of the UNWTO who is responsible for issuing a special message based on the theme of the celebrations each year to commemorate the occasion.

World Tourism Day 2018

In 2017, the official World Tourism Day celebrations were held in Doha, Qatar, under the theme "Sustainable Tourism: a Tool for Development." In 2018, the occasion is set to be held in Budapest, Hungary. The theme of this year's event is "Tourism and the Digital Transformation." Currently, the world is becoming digitized, and we are in an era where technology is impacting every aspect of our lives. One of the industries that is most affected by this transformation is the tourism sector, and all stakeholders are asked to come together and find solutions that will help the industry cope with the changes.

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World Tourism Barometer: May 2023

According to recent UNWTO data, the tourism industry is well on its way to a full recovery, with a strong start to 2023.

International tourism is well on its way to returning to pre-pandemic levels, with twice as many people traveling during the first quarter of 2023 than in the same period of 2022.

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The second tourism barometer of 2023 shows an estimated 235 million tourists traveled internationally in the first three months, more than double the same period of 2022. These results are in line with UNWTO’s forward-looking scenarios for 2023 which projected international arrivals to recover 80% to 95% of pre-pandemic levels by the end of this year.

International tourism is experiencing a rapid recovery in Asia and the Pacific where arrivals climbed to 54% of pre-pandemic levels in Q1 2023 after the opening up of several destinations and source markets at the end of 2022 and earlier this year.

According to IATA, both international seat capacity and passenger demand recovered around 80% of 2019 levels through February 2023.

However, the challenging economic environment remains a main factor weighing on tourism recovery with inflation and rising oil prices translating to more costly transport and accommodation costs.

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Read more on the UNWTO Tourism Barometer (May 2023 excerpt) here .

The UNWTO World Tourism Barometer is a publication of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) that monitors short-term tourism trends on a regular basis to provide global tourism stakeholders with up-to-date analysis of international tourism. The information is updated several times a year and includes an analysis of the latest data on tourism destinations (inbound tourism) and source markets (outbound tourism). The Barometer also includes three times a year Confidence Index based on the UNWTO Panel of Tourism Experts survey, which provides an evaluation of recent performance and short-term prospects for international tourism.

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24 Fun Ways to Celebrate World Tourism Day in the Office in 2023

24 World Tourism Day celebration ideas at the workplace for a cultural adventure. Expand the office boundaries and explore the world from the desk.

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Imagine taking a whirlwind trip around the world without leaving the comfort of your office! Sounds exciting, doesn't it?

Well, that's exactly what we have in store for you as we gear up to celebrate World Tourism Day right here at work. It's a day dedicated to the love of travel, exploration, and the diverse cultures that make our world so fascinating.

Explore these 24 fantastic ideas on how to make the most of World Tourism Day in the office. Whether you're an enthusiastic globetrotter or simply someone looking for a fresh twist on your workplace celebrations, you're in for a treat.

From culinary adventures to virtual expeditions, we've got something for everyone.

So, fasten your seatbelts, and let's embark on this journey of creativity and camaraderie as we celebrate the spirit of wanderlust within the confines of our workspace.

When is World Tourism Day celebrated and why?

World Tourism Day is celebrated on September 27th every year. The day was established by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) to raise awareness about the role of tourism within the international community and to demonstrate how it affects social, cultural, political, and economic values worldwide.

  • Awareness: Established by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in 1980, this day serves to raise awareness about the importance of tourism and its impact on societies worldwide.
  • Economic Impact: Tourism is one of the major revenue sources for many countries. It helps stimulate economic growth, provides employment opportunities, and drives the development of infrastructure.
  • Cultural Exchange: Tourism promotes the exchange of cultures. It allows people from various parts of the world to understand, appreciate, and learn from diverse cultures, traditions, and ways of life. This can foster global understanding and peace.
  • Education and Enlightenment: Travel broadens the mind. Through tourism, people get firsthand experiences of places, histories, and traditions, which can be a form of education outside the conventional classroom environment.
  • Sustainable Development: In recent years, the concept of sustainable tourism, which respects both local communities and the traveler, cultural heritage, and the environment, has come to the forefront. World Tourism Day often emphasizes the significance of sustainable tourism and its role in ensuring that the benefits of tourism reach every corner of the world.

Each year, a theme is chosen for World Tourism Day that reflects the current issues, challenges, and trends in the tourism industry. This theme guides discussions, events, and celebrations related to the day.

12 World Tourism Day celebration ideas in the office

Here are 12 World Tourism Day celebration ideas in the office:

1. International food day

This celebration is all about bringing the flavors of the world into your workplace. Encourage your colleagues to prepare and share dishes from different countries or regions they've visited.

You can set up a communal eating area where everyone can try a variety of international foods. It's like having a global potluck! This idea not only celebrates diverse cuisines but also allows employees to bond over their shared love for food and travel.

2. Travel story sharing

Traveling is full of exciting adventures and sometimes hilarious mishaps. Organize a session during a lunch break or as part of a casual meeting where employees can share their travel experiences.

It could be a heartwarming story about a memorable trip or a funny anecdote about a travel mishap. This activity helps coworkers get to know each other better and learn about different parts of the world through personal stories.

3. Travel trivia quiz

Put together a fun and engaging travel-themed quiz for your colleagues. The quiz can include questions about famous landmarks, world capitals, unique customs, and interesting facts from various countries.

You can divide everyone into teams and make it a friendly competition to see who knows the most about world trivia. It's a great way to infuse a bit of friendly rivalry and learning into your World Tourism Day celebration.

4. Cultural dress-up day

Encourage your coworkers to showcase their appreciation for different cultures by coming to the office dressed in attire representing a country or culture they admire or have a connection with.

It could be as simple as wearing a traditional scarf or something more elaborate like a kimono or a sarong. This activity not only allows employees to express their cultural interests but also opens the door to conversations about the significance of the attire and the cultures they represent.

5. Travel destination décor

Transform your office into a mini global tour by decorating it with travel-themed elements. Hang up world maps, and travel posters, and display souvenirs from various destinations.

You can even have a friendly competition for the best-decorated workspace. This idea not only sets the mood for a travel-inspired celebration but also sparks conversations and curiosity about different parts of the world among your colleagues.

6. Global art exhibition

Encourage employees to showcase their artistic talents by organizing a global art exhibition. Invite them to create and display artwork inspired by their travel experiences or the cultures they've encountered.

It could include paintings, drawings, photography, or even crafts. This not only celebrates creativity but also provides a unique perspective on different parts of the world.

7. Language exchange workshop

Foster cross-cultural understanding by organizing a language exchange workshop. Invite colleagues who are fluent in different languages to teach basic phrases or expressions from their respective countries.

It's a fun way to learn a new language and appreciate the diversity of world languages.

8. Travel documentary screening

Set up a cozy corner in the office and screen travel documentaries or films that highlight the beauty and culture of various destinations.

Provide popcorn and drinks, and let everyone take a virtual journey around the world through the power of storytelling and visuals.

9. Travel-themed puzzles and games

Dedicate a section of your office to travel-themed puzzles and board games. Include jigsaw puzzles featuring famous landmarks, world map puzzles, and geography-based board games.

It's a great way to engage coworkers in friendly competition and learning while celebrating World Tourism Day.

10. Travel tips and hacks sharing session

Organize a casual session where employees can share their travel tips, hacks, and recommendations.

They can talk about their favorite travel apps, packing techniques, or budget-saving strategies. This idea not only promotes knowledge sharing but also helps colleagues become more travel-savvy.

11. Virtual reality travel experience

Bring a taste of different destinations to your office by setting up virtual reality (VR) stations. Employees can put on VR headsets and take immersive virtual tours of famous landmarks, cities, or natural wonders from around the world.

It's an innovative way to celebrate tourism and allows coworkers to "visit" places they may have never been before.

12. Global recipe swap

Encourage employees to participate in a global recipe swap. Each person can bring in a dish from their favorite travel destination, along with the recipe. Create a booklet with all the recipes and distribute it to everyone in the office.

This not only celebrates international cuisine but also allows coworkers to recreate dishes from different parts of the world at home.

12 World Tourism Day celebration ideas in the office virtually

Here are 12 World Tourism Day celebration ideas in the office virtually:

1. Around-the-world cooking challenge

Invite your colleagues to embark on a culinary journey from the comfort of their kitchens. Ask participants to choose a country or region, research its traditional dishes, and then prepare one of those dishes.

During a virtual lunch or dinner meetup, employees can showcase their culinary creations, share the cultural significance of the food, and even provide cooking tips. It's a delicious way to explore different cultures and cuisines while bonding over a shared meal.

2. Global trivia and quiz

Test your team's knowledge about world geography, famous landmarks, and travel facts with a lively virtual trivia and quiz session. Create teams and have them compete to answer questions related to various countries and cultures.

To make it more engaging, you can incorporate multimedia elements like photos and videos. Offer prizes or recognition to the winning team to add a competitive edge to the celebration.

3. Virtual travel showcase

Encourage employees to share their passion for travel by creating short video presentations or slideshows about their favorite travel destinations. They can include personal photos, anecdotes, travel tips, and recommendations.

This interactive session allows team members to learn from one another's travel experiences, discover hidden gems around the world, and find inspiration for their future adventures.

4. Cultural exchange hour

Foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity within your team by dedicating time to a virtual cultural exchange. Invite colleagues to share aspects of their own culture or a culture they admire.

This can involve storytelling, music performances, dance demonstrations, or even a crash course in basic phrases from another language. By celebrating different cultures, you promote inclusivity and create a more culturally rich work environment.

5. Travel-themed costume contest

Inject some fun and creativity into your virtual celebration by hosting a travel-themed costume contest. Encourage employees to dress up as characters, historical figures, or elements inspired by different countries or cultures.

During a virtual meeting, participants can explain the significance of their costumes and why they chose them. To add an element of interactivity, you can have colleagues vote for the most creative or culturally authentic costume, with prizes awarded to the winners.

6. Wanderlust photo contest

Organize a virtual photo contest where employees submit their best travel photos along with captions that describe their experiences.

Create different categories such as "Scenic Landscapes," "Cultural Encounters," and "Adventure Moments." Encourage team members to vote for their favorite photos, and award prizes to the winners.

This activity not only showcases the beauty of our world but also allows colleagues to share their travel stories visually.

7. Virtual escape room adventure

Transport your team on a virtual adventure by hosting a travel-themed escape room experience.

Choose a destination or scenario related to travel, and challenge employees to work together to solve puzzles, riddles, and challenges to "escape" from a virtual location. It's an interactive and team-building way to celebrate World Tourism Day.

8. Travel book club

Start a travel-themed book club within your office. Select a travel-related book, memoir, or novel and encourage employees to read it in the weeks leading up to World Tourism Day.

Host a virtual discussion where participants can share their thoughts, insights, and favorite travel-related quotes from the book. It's a literary journey that sparks conversation and inspires wanderlust.

9. DIY souvenir swap

Ask team members to dig into their travel memories and share a meaningful souvenir they've collected during their adventures. They can present these items during a virtual meeting, explaining the significance and story behind each one.

Then, you can organize a virtual souvenir swap, where participants can choose to exchange souvenirs with their colleagues. It's a unique way to bring a piece of the world into each other's homes.

10. Travel-themed scavenger hunt

Create a virtual scavenger hunt with travel-themed clues and challenges. Participants can use the internet to search for clues related to different countries, famous landmarks, or cultural traditions.

They can collaborate in teams to solve these challenges within a set time frame. The first team to complete all the tasks wins the scavenger hunt. It's a fun and educational way to explore the world from your computer.

11. Virtual travel film festival

Transform your virtual celebration into a cinematic adventure by organizing a travel-themed film festival. Have employees suggest their top travel movies or documentaries beforehand, and plan a screening schedule leading up to World Tourism Day.

After each movie, facilitate a discussion for participants to chat about their thoughts, travel inspirations, or personal ties to the places in the films.

12. Global recipe exchange

Encourage employees to explore different cultures through their taste buds by organizing a global recipe exchange. Each participant can select a recipe from a foreign cuisine they'd like to try, prepare it at home, and then share their cooking adventure during a virtual meetup.

This can include cooking demonstrations, tasting sessions, and discussions about the cultural significance of the dish.

Celebrating World Tourism Day in the office is not just about marking a date on the calendar. It's about embracing the spirit of exploration, promoting cultural understanding, and fostering a sense of unity among colleagues.

The 24 ideas we've shared in this blog offer a diverse range of ways to commemorate this day, whether it's through mouth-watering international cuisine, engaging activities that test your global knowledge, or even simple acts of kindness that pay homage to the hospitality found in different corners of the world.

Remember, the beauty of celebrating World Tourism Day at the office lies in the opportunity it provides to broaden our horizons, break down barriers, and appreciate the rich tapestry of cultures that make up our global community.

So, go ahead and bring a touch of wanderlust to your workplace this September 27th, and let the spirit of travel and adventure inspire your team to explore the world, one idea at a time. Happy World Tourism Day!

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Resilient tourism

For many developing countries, including the least developed countries, small island developing states, countries in Africa and middle-income countries, tourism is a major source of income, foreign currency earnings, tax revenue and employment. Because tourism connects people with nature, sustainable tourism has the unique ability to spur environmental responsibility and conservation.

Sustainable tourism, including ecotourism, is a cross-cutting activity that can contribute to the three dimensions of sustainable development and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals by fostering economic growth, alleviating poverty, creating full and productive employment and decent work for all.

It can also play a role in accelerating the change to more sustainable consumption and production patterns and promoting the sustainable use of oceans, seas and marine resources, promoting local culture, improving the quality of life and the economic empowerment of women and young people, indigenous peoples and local communities and promoting rural development and better living conditions for rural populations, including small-holder and family farmers.

The use of sustainable and resilient tourism as a tool to foster sustained and inclusive economic growth, social development and financial inclusion, enables the formalization of the informal sector, the promotion of domestic resource mobilization and environmental protection and the eradication of poverty and hunger, including the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity and natural resources and the promotion of investment and entrepreneurship in sustainable tourism.

Global Tourism Resilience Day (17 February), proclaimed by the General Assembly in resolution A/RES/77/269 , aims to emphasize the need to foster resilient tourism development to deal with shocks, taking into account the vulnerability of the tourism sector to emergencies. It is also a call for action for Member States to develop national strategies for rehabilitation after disruptions, including through private-public cooperation and the diversification of activities and products.

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  • Tourism Data Dashboard

The UNWTO Tourism Data Dashboard – provides statistics and insights on key indicators for inbound and outbound tourism at the global, regional and national levels. Data covers tourist arrivals, tourism share of exports and contribution to GDP, source markets, seasonality and accommodation (data on number of rooms, guest and nights).

Tourism for the SDGs Platform

Did you know?

  • Tourism supports millions of direct and indirect jobs all over the world, in particular for women and young people. [Report A/77/219 ]
  • For some small island states and developing countries, tourism accounts for over 20 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP). [Report A/77/219 ]
  • The economic contribution of tourism (tourism direct GDP) was estimated at $1.9 trillion in 2021, higher than the $1.6 trillion recorded for 2020, but still well below the pre-pandemic value of $3.5 trillion. [Report A/77/219 ]

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Promoting the value of protected areas, safeguarding biodiversity, and building sustainable livelihoods - ecotourism reveals Egypt’s natural wonders . 

  • Resolution A/RES/77/269 "Global Tourism Resilience Day"
  • Resolution A/RES/77/178 "Promotion of sustainable and resilient tourism, including ecotourism, for poverty eradication and environmental protection"
  • Report A/77/219 of the Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization on the promotion of sustainable tourism, including ecotourism, for poverty eradication and environment protection
  • The Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism
  • World Tourism Day 2022 Report: From Crisis to Transformation
  • Guiding Tourism Recovery
  • World Tourism Barometer
  • UNWTO/IATA Destination Tracker - Easy Travel
  • Best Tourism Villages 2022
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  • Sustainable Development Goals
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  • World Tourism Day

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World Tourism Organization

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is a leading UN international agency in the field of tourism. Its mission is to promote tourism as a driver of  economic growth, inclusive development  and  environmental sustainability  and offers leadership and support to the sector in advancing knowledge and tourism policies worldwide. Discover how they are working to cope with this pandemic along with the tourism sector and other UN agencies. 

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How my tourism business survived COVID-19

My name is Dekha Dewandana, I’m 46 years old. I’m the owner of Esa di Kubu homestay in Sudaji Village, Buleleng, Bali, Indonesia. Despite the difficulties during the pandemic, I didn't give up. I followed what I was taught during the ILO training: to be the owner and host of our own village. This is the story of Dekha's success in this paradisiacal country that host the World Tourism Day 2022 celebrations.

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Why do we mark International Days?

International days and weeks are occasions to educate the public on issues of concern, to mobilize political will and resources to address global problems, and to celebrate and reinforce achievements of humanity. The existence of international days predates the establishment of the United Nations, but the UN has embraced them as a powerful advocacy tool. We also mark other UN observances .

UN Tourism | Bringing the world closer

Sector gets ready to celebrate world tourism day 2022.

“Rethink Tourism”: Sector Gets Ready to Celebrate World Tourism Day 2022

World Tourism Day

Rethinking tourism.

World Tourism Day 2022 | Rethinking Tourism

Returns to focus on the future

Returns to focus on the future

The tourism we want

The tourism we want

During the celebration, UNWTO launched its first World Tourism Day Report, the first in an annual series of updates and analysis of the Organization’s work guiding the sector forward. The inaugural report is titled “ Rethinking Tourism: From Crisis to Transformation ”, reflecting the timely relevance of the 2022 theme as well as the unprecedented crisis that hit the sector in 2020.

WTD22

Tourism’s relevance has never been clearer. The time is now to seize this opportunity to rethink how we do tourism.

Arrival and Registration of participants

Welcome dinner (For all registered delegates)

Opening Ceremony

Special Address by Mr. I Wayan Koster , Governor of Bali

Welcome remarks by H.E. Mr. Sandiaga Uno , Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy of Indonesia

Congratulatory Message by H.E. Mr. Joko Widodo , President of The Republic of Indonesia, Video Taping (Tbc)

Opening remarks by Mr. Zurab Pololikashvili , Secretary-General of UNWTO

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Coffee Break – News Conference

Presentation: World Tourism Day 2022 Report: from Crisis to Transformation

Mr. Marcelo Risi , UNWTO Chief of Communications

Mr. Phillip Orga , Head of Swiss Economic Cooperation at the Embassy of Switzerland in Indonesia (International Expert)

High-Level Debate on Rethinking Tourism

Moderator: Ms. Emma Nelson , presenter at BBC TV news

H.E. Mr. Sandiaga Salahuddin Uno , Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, Indonesia H.E. Ms. Fatima Al Sairafi , Minister of Tourism, Kingdom of Bahrain H.E. Mr. Faiyaz Koya , Ministry of Commerce, Trade, Tourism and Transport of Fiji H.E. Mr. Ahmed bin Aqil Al Khateeb , Minister of Tourism, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia H.E. Mr. Cho Yongman , Vice Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism, Republic of Korea H.E. Ms. María Reyes Maroto Illera , Minister of Industry, Commerce and Tourism, Spain Ms. Claudia Müller , Federal Government Coordinator for the Maritime Industry and for Tourism, Germany Ms. Julia Simpson , President & CEO of World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC)

Lunch Hosted by Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy

Panel Discussion - Rethinking Tourism and New Governance for Recovery

Moderator: Ms. Sandra Carvão , Chief of Market Intelligence and Competitiveness, UNWTO

Introductory remarks by Mrs. Angela Tanoesoedibjo , Vice Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy

Ms. Fransiska Handoko , Chairwoman of the Bali Hotel Association (BHA) and General Manager of Risata Bali Resort & Spa Mr. Lim Jock Hoi , Secretary-General, ASEAN (TBC) Mr. Jozua Makes , Founder of Plataran Hospitality Group Ms. Laretna T. Adishakti , Lecturer and Coordinator of The Center for Heritage Conservation, Department of Architecture and Planning, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Gadjah Mada

The Tourism We Want - A conversation with Local Representatives

Ms. Melati Wijsen , Youth UN Envoy and Founder of Bye Bye Plastic Bags Mr. Kadek Fendi Wirawan , Marine Biologist & Scientific Diver, Representative from Indonesian Coral Reef Garden Mr. Agung Suryawan Wiranatha , Head of Centre of Excellence in Tourism, Udayana University in Bali, Coordinator of the INSTO Observatory in Sanur (Bali) Mr. Sugeng Handoko , Secretary of Nglanggeran Tourism Village Management – BTV 2021 Mr. I Wayan Budiarta , Representative from Panglipuran Tourism Village, Bali Mr. Juan Kartika Sitepu , Representative from Tangkahan Village, North Sumatera (TBC)

UNWTO Affiliate Members: Breaking the ground in private-public partnership

Moderator: Mr. Juan Daniel Solana Alonso , General Director, Basquetour

Welcome Remarks by Mr. Ion Vilcu , Director, Affiliate Members Department, UNWTO

Mr. Ruben Hattari , Director Public Policy – SEA, NETFLIX Ms. Beth Potter , CEO, Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC) Mr. Steven Liew , APAC Policy Director, AirBnb Mr. Lee Sang Hoon , Executive Director of International Tourism & MICE, Seoul Tourism Organization Mr. Ion Vilcu , Director, Affiliate Members Department, UNWTO Q&A

Conclusion & Closing

Mr. Zurab Pololikashvili , Secretary-General of UNWTO

H.E. Mr. Sandiaga Uno , Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy of Indonesia

H.E. Mr. Ahmed bin Aqil Al Khateeb , Minister of Tourism, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

World Tourism Day Dinner -(by invitation only)

Magical Bali, Wonderful Indonesia - Technical Tour

The official World Tourism Day celebration will be held in Bali, Indonesia, on 27 September , highlighting the shift towards tourism being recognized as a crucial pillar of development.

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* The designations employed in this section of the website do not imply the expression of any opinions whatsoever on the part of the Secretariat of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) concerning the legal status of any country, territory, city or area, or of its authorities or concerning the delimitation of its frontiers or boundaries.

Feria Km0 Día Mundial del turismo

Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife, Islas Canarias, España

Feria km0 día mundial del turismo.

Repensar el Turismo en El Salvador

Hotel Crowne Plaza

Repensar el turismo en el salvador.

DMT - 2022 - LA SALLE CANCÚN

SALON BONAMPAK HOTEL FIESTA INN CANCUN LAS AMÉRICAS

Dmt - 2022 - la salle cancún.

Cultural Tourism Recovery

Cairns, Australia

Cultural tourism recovery.

 Repensar el turismo: hacia un nuevo modelo accesible e inclusivo.

Montevideo, Uruguay

Repensar el turismo: hacia un nuevo modelo accesible e inclusivo..

World Tourism Day 2022 - Pomorskie Region Celebrations, Sopot

Hotel RAdisson Blue Sopot

World tourism day 2022 - pomorskie region celebrations, sopot.

7° Encuentro Participativo de Eco Turismo

Tolhuin, Tierra del fuego, Argentina

7° encuentro participativo de eco turismo.

International Congress on Thermal Tourism

Ourense, Galicia Ourense

International congress on thermal tourism.

“Reflexionar, pensar, actuar. Destino: El Futuro”

Chacra La Redención, Montevideo, Uruguay

“reflexionar, pensar, actuar. destino: el futuro”.

Turismo en la UNTDF. Cuarto ciclo de charlas abiertas a la comunidad

UNTDF - Sede Ushuaia

Turismo en la untdf. cuarto ciclo de charlas abiertas a la comunidad.

Rethinking Tourism Through Heritage at Shalamar Garden (UNSECO Site)

Shalamar Gardens (UNESCO Site), AH1, G. T. Road, Shalamar Town, Lahore, Punjab 54000, Pakistan

Rethinking tourism through heritage at shalamar garden (unseco site).

World Tourism Day 2022 Celebration “Rethinking Tourism”

Multispace of Creativity and Culture (Mattei House), Larnaka

World tourism day 2022 celebration “rethinking tourism”.

World Tourism Day Celebration by Casablanca Tourism Regional Council

Barcelo Anfa Casablanca hotel - Casablanca - Morocco

World tourism day celebration by casablanca tourism regional council.

Los retos del sector turístico hacia la sostenibilidad

Valle de Santiago 225, Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes

Los retos del sector turístico hacia la sostenibilidad.

Taller de Trabajo y Cóctel - Día Mundial del Turismo

Hotel Lima Miraflores

Taller de trabajo y cóctel - día mundial del turismo.

Roundtable Debate/Discussion on Rethinking Tourism in Timor-Leste

Dili Timor-Lest

Roundtable debate/discussion on rethinking tourism in timor-leste.

Dia Mundial o Turismo no Instituto Politécnico de Bragança

Dia Mundial o Turismo no Instituto Politécnico de Bragança

II CONVERSATORIO NACIONAL E INTERNACIONAL DEL TURISMO

Universidad Popular del Cesar - Valledupar - Cesar - Colombia

Ii conversatorio nacional e internacional del turismo.

Repensar el Turismo - Un espacio para conectar

Fundacion Universitaria Los Libertadores, sede Cartagena

Repensar el turismo - un espacio para conectar.

Tourism Opportunities Visionary Symposium

Tourism Opportunities Visionary Symposium

DÍA MUNDIAL DE TURISMO POR LA UNIVERSIDAD VERACRUZANA

TEATRO FRANCISCO J. CLAVIJERO - VERACRUZ MÉXICO

Día mundial de turismo por la universidad veracruzana.

World Tourism Day 2022 in Cabo Delgado-Mozambique

Provincia de Cabo Delgado, Mozambique

World tourism day 2022 in cabo delgado-mozambique.

Programa de Apoyo a la Diversidad e Inclusión en la Hotelería

Programa de Apoyo a la Diversidad e Inclusión en la Hotelería

El Turismo que Necesitamos

Isla de Margarita, Estado Nueva Esparta, Venezuela

El turismo que necesitamos.

 Köpmansmagasinet Smygehuk

Köpmansmagasinet Smygehuk

Meaningful experiences.

Centro Universitario de los Valles (México)

Centro Universitario de los Valles (México)

Dia mundial del turismo 2022 "repensar el turismo".

WORLD TOURISM DAY RETHINKING TOURISM FORUM

WORLD TOURISM DAY RETHINKING TOURISM FORUM

Rethinking Tourism and Hospitality: Leading towards an inclusive and sustainable future

Kathmandu Nepal

Rethinking tourism and hospitality: leading towards an inclusive and s....

NITHM - World Tourism Day Celebrations

NITHM Campus, Telecom Nagar, Gachibowli, Hyderabad, Telangana, India. 500032

Nithm - world tourism day celebrations.

Avari Hotel, 87 The Mall, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan-54000

Avari Hotel, 87 The Mall, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan-54000

Discussion group on "rethinking tourism, the tourism we want & a new g....

CELEBRATING THE WORLD TOURISM DAY WITH "THE CULTURE OF TOURISM" PROJECT

CELEBRATING THE WORLD TOURISM DAY WITH "THE CULTURE OF TOURISM" PROJECT

Repensar el Turismo

Caborca, México

Repensar el turismo.

Agras Wetland Environmental & Tourist Information Center

Edessa, Pella, Macedonia, Greece / Waterfalls of Edessa

Edessa, gr, nobilis urbs, rethinking tourism development, more sustain....

Mais uma vez Grão Mogol se une às celebrações pelo Dia Mundial do Turismo

Grão Mogol-MG / Brazil

Dia mundial do turismo em grão mogol.

'RETHINKING TOURISM' - THE RISE OF BUSINESS TOURISM

'RETHINKING TOURISM' - THE RISE OF BUSINESS TOURISM

Sustainable Tourism Conference 1.0 - Challenges & Solutions

Serena Hotel, Gilgit - Pakistan

Sustainable tourism conference 1.0 - challenges & solutions.

Rethinking Tourism - Why not Kalimpong?

World Tourism Day 2022 - Rethinking Tourism - Why not Kalimpong?

Repensar El Turismo

Universidad Tamaulipeca

Repensar el turismo.

"Repensando el Turismo en el Valle del Aconcagua" , Región de Valparaíso Chile

Convento San Francisco de Curimón, San Felipe, Región de Valparaíso

"repensando el turismo en el valle del aconcagua" , región de valparaí....

Día Mundial del Turismo, Salamanca (España)

Salamanca, España

Día mundial del turismo, salamanca (españa).

Cycles de conférences et de rencontres entre professionnels et étudiants autour des nouvelles formes de tourisme

Excelia Business School of Tourism

Cycles de conférences et de rencontres entre professionnels et étudian....

Launching Two Cultural-touristic Routes of National Level and the Meeting of the EDEN Destinations in Romania

Targu Jiu, Gorj, Rumanía

Launching two cultural-touristic routes of national level and the meet....

AGROECOLÓGICO

II CONGRESO LATINOAMERICANO DE TURISMO AGROECOLÓGICO "REPENSAR EL TURI...

Foro Abierto para "Repensar El Turismo"

Casa de la Cultura "Napoleón Sebastián Arteaga" municipio Barinas, Estado Barina, Venezuela

Foro abierto para "repensar el turismo".

ADEME et AFNOR - Accompagnement vers un tourisme responsable

Saint Denis

Ademe et afnor - accompagnement vers un tourisme responsable.

RESTART MED! Sustainable Tourism Summit

Palermo, Italy

Restart med sustainable tourism summit.

Nuevo Comportamiento del Turismo

Municipio Puebla, Puebla, México

Nuevo comportamiento del turismo.

(Re)pensando o Turismo: cocriando futuros a partir dos Objetivos de Desenvolvimento Sustentável. (Re)Thinking Tourism: cocreating futures through SDG

Centro Federal de Educação Tecnológica Celso Suckow da Fonseca, Rua do Imperador 971, Centro, Petrópolis - Río de Janeiro, 25620-003, Brasil

(re)pensando o turismo: cocriando futuros a partir dos objetivos de de....

Rethinking Tourism in Chile, DuocUC

Main Hall, DuocUC, Antonio Varas #666, Providencia, Santiago, Chile.

Rethinking tourism in chile, duocuc.

Celebrating "World Tourism Day 2022" Highlighting Traditional Sports Event “খেলার হাট-বাজার “.

Daffodil Smart City, Ashulia, Savar, Dhaka – 1341, Bangladesh

Celebrating "world tourism day 2022" highlighting traditional sports e....

Repensando el turismo a través de las redes colaborativas

Campus Tecnológico Local San Carlos del ITCR, Alajuela, Costa Rica

Repensando el turismo a través de las redes colaborativas.

PACIFIC ASIA TRAVEL ASSOCIATION JOSE RIZAL UNIVERSITY CHAPTER, WORLD TOURISM DAY 2022

Jose Rizal University, Mandaluyong City, Philippines

Pacific asia travel association jose rizal university chapter, world t....

REPENSANDO EL TURISMO DESDE BOGOTA - DIA MUNDIAL DEL TURISMO

BOGOTA, COLOMBIA

Repensando el turismo desde bogota - dia mundial del turismo.

DIA MUNDIAL DEL TURISMO 27 DE SET AL 7 DE OCT

Bella Vista, Amambay, Paraguay

Dia mundial del turismo 27 de set al 7 de oct.

HAITC celebrates World tourism day 2022

Haikou @HAITC college

Haitc celebrates world tourism day 2022.

National Seminar on Rethinking Tourism: Strategies for Developing Domestic tourism in India.

Banaras Hindu University Campus, UP, India 221005

National seminar on rethinking tourism: strategies for developing dome....

The tourism we want

Zadar, Croatia

SEMANA DO TURISMO 2022

Manaos, Brasil

Semana do turismo 2022.

Sanskriti 2022

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Sanskriti 2022.

National Tourism Conference and Photographic Completion

National Tourism Conference and Photographic Completion

Department of Tourism Studies, Pondicherry University - World Tourism Day Celebrations 2022

Pondicherry University, India

Department of tourism studies, pondicherry university - world tourism ....

World Tourism Day 2022

Main Building Auditorium, Vishwakarma University, Pune, Maharashtra, India

World tourism day 2022.

repensar el turismo

Parque Caldas

Repensar el turismo para popayán.

Repensando el Turismo en Guatemala

Guatemala City

Repensando el turismo en guatemala.

Visita guiada Día Internacional del Turismo

Almería (Andalucía, España)

Visita guiada día internacional del turismo.

Celebración de Día Mundial del Turismo en el Norte de Gran Canaria

Tejeda, Islas Canarias, España

Celebración de día mundial del turismo en el norte de gran canaria.

Mirador Fortaleza Polish

Mirador Fortaleza Polish

Festival del chicharron en el mirador fortaleza polish tarapoto.

Rethinking Montserrat's Tourism

Montserrat, West Indies

Rethinking montserrat's tourism.

 Tourist Info El Palmeral

2022 Día Mundial del Turismo en Santa Pola

Forum: Rething Urban Tourism and Tourism Education

Shanghai 1954 Outdoors, Haiwan Forest Park

Forum: rething urban tourism and tourism education.

Día Mundial del Turismo en Écija (Spain)

Día Mundial del Turismo en Écija (Spain)

Raia Hotel and Convention Centre

Raia Hotel and Convention Centre

Ciudad Real: Semana dedicada al DÍA MUNDIAL DEL TURISMO

Ciudad Real

Ciudad real: semana dedicada al día mundial del turismo.

10ª Jornada "Hablemos de Turismo en Bahía Blanca"

Evento virtual

10ª jornada "hablemos de turismo en bahía blanca".

Celebración del Día Mundial del Turismo 2022

Universidad Ricardo Palma

Celebración del día mundial del turismo 2022.

WTD INITIATIVE “J’AIME FRANCIGENA” IN GRAND-EST, FRANCE

51300 Blaise-sous-Arzillières, Francia

Wtd initiative “j’aime francigena” in grand-est, france.

Showcase of WTD 2022 in Shanghai Institute of Tourism

Teaching Building 10、20,Library on campus

Showcase of wtd 2022 in shanghai institute of tourism.

La FESC Conmemora el Día Mundial del Turismo

Toledo, Norte de Santander

La fesc conmemora el día mundial del turismo.

FAM TOUR CON LIDERES DE TURISMO DE REUNIONES Y CAPACITACIONES

ASUNCION ALTO PARANA Y ENCARNACION

Fam tour con lideres de turismo de reuniones y capacitaciones.

Repensar el Turismo. Mes del Turismo en la Universidad Nacional de Quilmes

Argentina, Buenos Aires, Quilmes

Repensar el turismo. mes del turismo en la universidad nacional de qui....

PARAGUAY

DIA MUNDIAL DEL TURISMO MES DEL TURISMO

MES DEL TURISMO

MES DEL TURISMO

Welcoming World Tourism Day 2022

University of Indonesia - West Java, University of Udayana - Bali, Discovery Mall - Bali

Welcoming world tourism day 2022.

Albania

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COMMENTS

  1. World Tourism Day 2023

    Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia | 27 - 28 September World Tourism Day Report 2023: Global Investments Overview Join the celebration! #WTD23 UNWTO has identified investments as one of the key priorities for tourism's recovery and future growth and development.

  2. World Tourism Day Celebrations

    Both developed and developing economies have been hit. And marginalized groups and the most vulnerable have been hit hardest of all. The restart of tourism will help kickstart recovery and growth. It is essential that the benefits this will bring are enjoyed widely and fairly. World Tourism Day 2021: Tourism for inclusive growth

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    Charts Endnotes Cite This Work Reuse This Work Tourism has massively increased in recent decades. Aviation has opened up travel from domestic to international. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of international visits had more than doubled since 2000. Tourism can be important for both the travelers and the people in the countries they visit.

  4. World Tourism Day

    CNBC. 27 September 2023. Retrieved 6 December 2023. World Tourism Day traces its origins to a special assembly held in Mexico City on the same date in 1970. During this gathering, the International Union of Official Travel Organizations (IUOTO) adopted the Statutes of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).

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  12. World Tourism Day 2022: Rethinking Tourism (Infographic)

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