qtic world tourism day

The Queensland Cabinet and Ministerial Directory

Innovation prized on world tourism day.

Published Wednesday, 27 September, 2017 at 08:00 PM

Minister for Education and Minister for Tourism, Major Events and the Commonwealth Games The Honourable Kate Jones

Tourism Minister Kate Jones today announced Brisbane-based company EarthCheck, a world leader in its field, as the winner of the 2017 Queensland Tourism Industry Council (QTIC) Prize for Innovation in Tourism.

Ms Jones made the announcement as part of a special celebration to mark World Tourism Day at Flight Centre’s new corporate headquarters at South Bank in Brisbane.

“EarthCheck epitomises innovation through the work it is doing with government, business and industry to create safe and healthy destinations for tourist,” she said.

“Innovation is essential to keep Queensland’s tourism industry going from strength to strength which is why the Palaszczuk Government support this $30 000 prize.

“I am thrilled to announce EarthCheck as the QTIC winner prize for innovation in tourism for its Building Planning and Design Standard which enables the integrated assessment of environmental, social and economic impacts of a tourism project.

“Visitors expect safe, high quality and unique experiences, as well reassurance that the products and services they use have been sustainably sourced and operated.

“EarthCheck’s work has significant potential application across the entire tourism industry and is a great example of how Queensland is contributing to global solutions.

“Given that the theme for this year’s World Tourism Day’s is Sustainable Tourism , this makes EarthCheck a deserving winner.”

Ms Jones said the two runners up - Australian Age of Dinosaurs and Capricorn Caves - will receive support, advice and mentoring through TAFE Queensland’s Building Better Business program.

“Australian Age of Dinosaurs and Capricorn Caves both demonstrate innovative tourism product by combining education and research as part of their investment in new visitor experiences,” she said.

“They both cater to increasing visitor expectations for unique experiences, but also have the potential to enhance our understanding of the past and future through collaborative education and research efforts and to grow our $25 billion tourism industry.”

Ms Jones congratulated all 14 entries from across Queensland including Cairns, Capricorn, Outback Queensland, Whitsundays, Bundaberg and Brisbane.

“I applaud their ingenuity and commitment to ensure Queensland’s tourism industry remains competitive and continues to grow jobs,” she said.

CEO of the Queensland Tourism Industry Council Daniel Gschwind said unique and innovative attractions and experiences were essential to drive visitation and keep visitors in Queensland longer.

“The QTIC Prize for Innovation in Tourism is an opportunity for Queensland tourism businesses to be publicly acknowledged for their dedication to develop products, services or processes designed to drive our industry forward,” Mr Gschwind said.

“It’s fantastic to see EarthCheck claim the prize this year and be rewarded for an innovative process that it not only good for businesses, but is good for the planet.  

“The QTIC Prize for Innovation in Tourism reinforces the importance of continually innovating to drive a competitive industry – an industry that employs 225 000 people.”

For more information about the awards and winners please visit www.qtic.com.au

For more information about TAFE Queensland’s Building a Better Business program please visit https://business.tafeqld.edu.au/workshops/view/build-better-business-workshop

Media: 3719 7530

Latest News

• Latest Issue

search ausleisure

THE LEADING SOURCE OF INFORMATION FOR THE LEISURE INDUSTRY

Back to Latest News back

QTIC recognises industry innovation on World Tourism Day

Related Articles

26th September 2018 - 27th September to be observed as World Tourism Day

6th July 2018 - New data shows tourism a key driver of Queensland’s economy

22nd May 2018 - QTIC event to launch tourism industry climate change response plan

10th February 2018 - Queensland tourism operators committed to tackling climate change issues

7th November 2017 - QTIC advocates for competitive investment in tourism marketing and events

31st October 2017 - QTIC calls for backing for strong tourism future

27th September 2017 - EarthCheck prized for innovation on World Tourism Day

27th September 2016 - Queensland innovators recognised for tourism industry leadership

9th May 2016 - Peak industry body pays tribute to volunteers in Queensland’s tourism industry

29th September 2015 - Get Wet Surf School and Local Tickets recognised for innovation in Queensland tourism

10th September 2014 - Sunshine Coast and Noosa tourism bodies to make Destination Q forum count

Support our industry news service We hope that you value the news that we publish so while you're here can we ask for your support?

As an independent publisher, we need reader support for our industry news gathering so ask that - if you don't already do so - you back us by subscribing to the printed Australasian Leisure Management magazine and/or our online news.

Click here to view our subscription options.

subscribe to the ausleisure newsletter

Receive all the latest leisure news, product and event updates delivered right to your inbox!

supplier directory

The Complete Guide to Leisure Industry Products & Services.

See more see more

See the directory see all

Exerp is a global IT specialist in member management software for the fitness and leisure industry. By focusing on the needs of large enterprises, where streamlining, control and scalability are…

Fitness / Technology / Wellness

LIFE FLOOR (Aus & NZ)

Our team believes floors should be beautiful, comfortable, and engineered for safety, even when wet. Life Floor tiles meet six unique performance based standards: slip-resistance, impact absorption,…

Aquatics / Play / Recreation / Safety / Surfaces

Email for trade enquiries: [email protected]  Customer support desk - Click Myzone support or go to ‘help’ on myzone app to access live support. Myzone® is the leading…

Fitness / Sport / Technology / Wellness

    SimplySwim is a school management solution that helps swimming school owners and managers optimize operations by automating functions such as managing class schedules, billing and…

Aquatics / Education / Recreation / Safety / Technology

revolutioniseSPORT

revolutioniseSPORT is the emerging market leader in online club management in Australia. Whether it is memberships, registrations, events, online sales or governance tools - revolutioniseSPORT is the…

Recreation / Sport / Technology

Chadson Engineering Pty Ltd

Australia’s leading manufacturer of horizontal and vertical media filters suited to all types of commercial pools, water playgrounds marine parks, aquaculture and zoos. They are an ideal…

Aquatics / Technology / Waterparks

PathMinder Pty Ltd have partnered with AllUser Industries srl to bring Europe’s most advanced high security portals to the Australian and New Zealand markets. AllUser Industries started to…

Access / Fitness / Recreation / Security

SLE WORLDWIDE AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

SLE Worldwide Australia is a Managing General Underwriter specialising in insuring risks in the world of Sports, Leisure and Entertainment. Be it relaxing, playing, organising or watching sports,…

Insurance / Venues

get listed with our suppliers directory

Get your business noticed in our targeted directory. Viewed by 10,000 industry professionals per week!

• Attractions
• Consultants
• Entertainment
• Environment
• Hospitality

TO READ OUR UNIQUE DELIVERY OF NEWS COVERING ALL SECTORS OF THE LEISURE INDUSTRY YOU WILL NEED TO SIGN UP.

You will be able to access more than 50,000 news items along with a growing selection of additional features to help you be better informed in your work.

• Mind & Body
• Subscribe/Win
• Health,Mind+Body
• Home+Garden
• Schools+Education
• Travel+Accommodation

World Tourism Day

World Tourism Day was slightly different this year due to the ongoing pandemic as the industry has been hit hard financially and is learning how to recover from its effects.

Despite the uncertainty, the Queensland Tourism Industry Council marked the occasion with a celebration of the resilience of the industry. It drew attention to some of the many tourism operators who have adapted and innovated during the pandemic’s disruption.

QTIC Chief Executive, Daniel Gschwind , said, “Our industry is not just important to the economy but also to the life of communities and their wellbeing. Our cultural life, our events, our heritage and even our guardianship of our natural wonders is supported by tourism activity,” he said. “It is those workers and the tourism business operators who had to step up during this devastating time and try to keep businesses afloat and plan for a disrupted future.”

Tourism Minister Kate Jones said tourism was a significant focus of the government’s economic recovery strategy. “Tourism is absolutely vital to Queensland’s economy. I’ve seen first-hand how tourism operators have struggled throughout this pandemic,” she said. “World Tourism Day is usually a time for celebration. Today, it’s an opportunity to share the message that we’re all in this together. We’ll continue to stand shoulder to shoulder with operators to rebuild our industry for the future.”

The QTIC World Tourism Day Breakfast had 150 people in attendance to hear from industry experts and stories about some of the many tourism operators who have adapted their business during this pandemic. Mr Gschwind said, “Our industry will thrive again, the urge to travel is irresponsible, and Queensland’s operators are equally determined to bring out the best of what our state has to offer.”

Readers also enjoyed Beachfront Flow Residences

Posted by Isabella Stephan  Image via Queensland Tourism Industry Council

Upcoming Events

• There are no upcoming events.

LATEST ON FACEBOOK

LATEST ON INSTAGRAM

indulge_magazine

2,875 5,990

Last night’s VIP launch @pipisrestaurant at ‘Cool’angatta, a fabulous Mediterranean inspired restaurant by Brisbane’s Gambaro Group, in their first foray on the Gold Coast. ...

Coasting @thewineycow at Main Beach #brunch #lunch #eat #goldcoast #indulge #foodie #coffee #wine #juice #salad #sandwich #vibes ...

Late #breakfast @bambam_bakehouse #eggs #avocado #juice #cafe #goldcoast ...

INDULGE eat.live.play print edition covers from 6 and 7 years ago today #memories #indulge ...

Hungry? Tantalising seafood @shuckontedder #indulge ...

Brisbane Portrait Prize is now showing at Brisbane Powerhouse until 29 October @brisbaneportraitprize @bris_powerhouse ...

Perfect day on the Gold Coast for sailing on Maritimo’s racing yacht #indulge #coasting #sailing #yacht #superyacht @maritimoracing @maritimomotoryachts ...

Congratulations @agnes.restaurant What an achievement. Bravo 👏 👏 #repost @couriermail ...

Fabulous find. Italian in Paddington. Ran into two lots of foodie friends at Sunday lunch. Great endorsement. Great food. Great vibe. Highly recommended @elementi.restaurant #eat #italian #indulge #brisbanedining ...

• Advertise with Us
• Privacy Policy

Search the United Nations

• UN Observances

Investing in People, Planet, and Prosperity

The overall disruption in the tourism sector brought about by COVID-19, provides an opportunity to redefine and recalibrate the direction and narratives of tourism investments for a more sustainable future for the People, the Planet, and prosperity.  

This  World Tourism Day 2023 , the  UNWTO ,  under the theme “Tourism and green investment” highlights the need for more and better-targeted investments for the  Sustainable Development Goals , the UN roadmap for a better world by 2030. Now is the time for new and innovative solutions, not just traditional investments that promote and underpin economic growth and productivity.

Visit the World Tourism Organization’s website

The UN World Tourism Organization has prepared a website and digital materials for social networks. Let’s all contribute to promote tourism investments focused on achieving a better world for the benefit of all.

How tourism should invest to contribute to the SDGs

The possibilities of strategic investment for this triple dimension are immense:

For the People by investing in education and skills

Looking ahead, the global tourism workforce will require millions of hospitality graduates annually between now and 2030 and a further 800,000 jobs a year will require specific vocational training. For these reasons, we need to invest in people, as they are the foundation of tourism so that all those who wish to be part of the sector have the same opportunities to access quality tourism training, anywhere in the world.

For the Planet by investing in sustainable infrastructure and accelerating green transformation

Looking into the future, the need to reduce emissions provides an investment opportunity of $24.7 trillion in the green buildings sector of emerging market cities by 2030, in which hotels, resorts, and restaurants account for $1.5 trillion. In addition, tourism faces a lot more investment opportunities related to new solutions and technologies to decarbonize the sector as well as to ensure climate-resilient infrastructure through adaptation solutions.

For Prosperity by investing in innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship

Digitalization and innovation programs are a strategic priority to support particularly young people and women, which are critical to upskill the tourism sector’s workforce. Moreover, the global need to increase investments in programs that support and incentivize entrepreneurship and generate opportunities for innovations is highly need it in the tourism sector.

In order to succeed, let’s make this World Tourism Day a call to action to the international community, governments, multilateral financial institutions, development partners, and private sector investors to unite around a new tourism investment strategy .

What is the Glasgow Declaration?

The Glasgow Declaration is a compromise to accelerate climate action in tourism and to secure strong commitments to support the global goals to halve emissions over the next decade and reach Net Zero emissions as soon as possible before 2050. Over 450 organizations have become signatories of this declaration.

Did you know?

• Tourism employs one in every ten people on Earth.
• Tourism in rural areas can particularly benefit traditionally disadvantaged groups such as women - who make up 54% of the workforce in the tourism sector compared to 39% for the whole economy - youth and Indigenous people.
• In emerging destinations, 50% of young people are unable to work in tourism due to a lack of opportunity, resources, or access to academic training.

Campaign materials

Follow our event live!

The UN World Tourism Organization wants you to join the celebration online ( 27-28 September). You can follow its two-day event through its website or its YouTube channel .  

An indigenous entrepreneur in tune with Mother Earth

After successfully reclaiming her people’s territory in Quebrada de Humahuaca, Northern Argentina, Celestina Ábalos turned to tourism to share and promote her indigenous culture. ILO entrepreneurship training during the COVID-19 pandemic helped her business to grow.

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. 

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

Tourism for inclusive growth.

SAVE THE DATE | Monday 27 September 2021 | 10:00 AM (GMT)

Provisional Programme

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a massive social and economic impact. 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.

UNWTO has therefore designated World Tourism Day 2021 as a day to focus on Tourism for Inclusive Growth. This is an opportunity to look beyond tourism statistics and acknowledge that, behind every number, there is a person. UNWTO invites its Member States, as well as non-members, sister UN agencies, businesses and individuals to celebrate tourism’s unique ability to ensure that nobody is left behind as the world begins to open up again and look to the future.

World Tourism Day, celebrated each year on 27 September, is the global observance day fostering awareness of tourism’s social, cultural, political and economic value and the contribution that the sector can make towards reaching the Sustainable Development Goals.

Official Messages

The human desire to travel and explore is universal, which is why tourism must be open for everyone to enjoy.

So too must the many social and economic benefits that tourism brings be available to everybody .

World Tourism Day 2021 highlights the power of ‘ Tourism for Inclusive Growth ’.

Find everything you need to celebrate World Tourism Day, including social media images, graphics and logos

Join World Tourism Day 2021!

📷 🎥 Submit the high-resolution photos and videos that best portray the power of tourism to generate growth for millions.

World Tourism Day 2021 Events

Events by the global tourism community on the occasion of World Tourism Day 2021.

* 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.

Indonesia Hidden Heritage Week

Divani Palace Acropolis Hotel, Athens, Greece

Regenerating tourism through culture, heritage and creativity - ectn c....

Chimborazo Extremo - Riobamba

Hanoi, Vietnam

Vietnamese women in tourism.

Ecuador, Riobamba.

Reto al altar - riobamba - ecuador.

Virtual - Indo China Time Zone

2021 mekong innovations in sustainable tourism - world tourism day for....

Istria (Croatia)

World tourism day 2021 in istria (croatia).

Grão Mogol WTD2021

online via google meet

Webinar: world tourism day 2021; tourism for inclusive growth.

Ciêla, Lusaka, a Tribute Portfolio Resort and Spa (formerly Bonanza Resort and Hotel). Lusaka

Zambia tourism expo.

Asunción, Paraguay

La renovación del turismo en 2021.

Tourism and Technology Summit Africa

Criterios para el Desarrollo del Proyecto de Geoparques en la Región O...

Seminario Internacional de Turismo Rural, Historia, Patrimonio y Gastr...

NSBM Green University, Sri Lanka

Traversa 2021.

Hotel Humboldt, Caracas, Venezuela

Dia mundial del turismo 2021, caracas, venezuela.

Online- Bucaramanga,Colombia

Celebración dia mundial del turismo: universidad autónoma de bucaraman....

Destinos Turísticos Inteligentes

Morocco on-line event : https://youtu.be/WkvFGAgDMcE

Inclusive tourism transformation in morocco by les mardis du tourisme.

Universidad de Guanajuato , México

Simposio internacional "el turismo a través del arte, la cultura y el ....

PIEDECUESTA - SANTANDER

Taller de avistamiento de aves.

Abuja, Nigeria ( The Cans Park, within Maitama Amusement Park)

36 destinations nigeria presents : world tourism day 2021 stakeholder ....

North Vancouver, British Columbia

World tourism day 2021 at capilano university.

Webinar: "Como un hotel rural puede cambiar el mundo" - Disertante: Ph...

Poreč cinema - Croatia

Tourism in poreč - a selection of documentary records.

Amba village

Stsy different visit our village 🇱🇰.

Semana de la Carrera de GESTIÓN DE TURISMO Y HOTELERÍA de la Universid...

Canadá - ONLINE

"el turismo al servicio del crecimiento inclusivo” - lecciones canadie....

Santa Cruz de la Zarza, España

De turismo y podcast.

Thalassa Municipal Museum of the Sea

Photo exhibition on the theme of: «plastic pollution - another threat ....

Fundación Universitaria Los Libertadores

La celebración del dia mundial del turismo.

Hotel Marriott Maracay Golf Resort. Urb Las Delicias. Maracay - Estado Aragua. Venezuela

"turismo: impulso & transformación".

Omdurman Cultural Centre Omdurman, Sudan

We are the ones who can overcome all the sorrows caused by an epidemic....

Universidad La Salle Cancún

Inclusión, crecimiento y turismo 2021.

Cerveteri - Ladispoli (Roma)

No borders international art postcards exhibition art, tourism and inc....

https://www.facebook.com/UTTAB/

Animación turística una actividad incluyente en los espacios de hospit....

Hybrid : Esie Museum, Kwara State, Nigeria and Virtual

Local board game friendly tournament among neighboring towns.

Cámara de comercio de Girardot, Alto Magdalena y Tequendama

La importancia de los actores del turismo desde la inclusión y el crec....

Sarawak, Malaysia

World tourism day 2021 - sarawak commitment to responsible tourism.

Virtual on ZOOM Platfrom

An academic sojourn with visually impaired students from heal for virt....

BIDAR KARNATAKA INDIA

Travel responsibly for geographical indications (gi-trips).

Top 75 Most Innovative Organisations in Tourism Policy: Launch Event

Tourism for inclusive growth: restarting birdwatching along the Rift V...

Guildford, United Kingdom

#shtmatsurrey innovation challenge "nobody is left behind".

Enfidha Hammamet International Airport

Wtd celebration at tunisia.

Nikkhonchari, Bandarban, Bangladesh.

Tourism village declare.

World Tourism Day Special :Travel Responsibly for Geographical Indicat...

Mediterranean (online)

New destinations, products and opportunities to restart tourism in the....

Petar Kočić park , Banja Luka, Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Virtual reality vs reality.

SmArt Talks

Smart talks: smart destinations, gobernanza y gestión de datos, dos co....

Rural Futures Lab (Atsur Okum)

Rural futures lab.

Ramrei, Mapithel Dam, Kamjong District, Manipur, India

Celebration of world tourism day 2021.

Solo, Indonesia

Opportunity to become a tourism influencer.

Haŋa Roa, Isla de Pascua & Vía Streaming

Tour histórico de haŋa roa.

Middle East

The importance of smes in the tourism industry.

Escola Superior de Turismo e Tecnologia do Mar - Politécnico de Leiria [with livestreaming]

Polytechnic of leiria marks world tourism day 2021 with the announceme....

Online RTMNU

World tourism day 2021 event.

Virtual Event

Roundtable: tourism and sustainable urban resources.

POREč - Zuccato Gallery, Decumanus 34

A-8020 graz / fourteen artists of this city.

An Online Event- @ruiabvocttm/Zoom Platform

Tourism and inclusive growth: embracing the voices of diversity.

Betio, South Tarawa, Kiribati

Kiribati world tourism day 2021.

Universidad Antonio Nariño, Bogotá, Colombia

Uan - colombia, turismo para un crecimiento inclusivo.

Safi Morocco

Lalla fatna association for the development of agdal sahel celebrates ....

WSB University in Torun

The extreme travel festvial.

Hyderabad to Odisha Border

Bt 1000+ solo cycle ride.

M’Diq-Fnideq, Morocco

Boujmil hamlet guest house celebrating the world tourism day 2021.

Online Academy of Sustainable Tourism and Cultural Heritage (ST&CH)

Orakzai District, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

All pakistan world tourism day cycle race 2021.

Central University of Kerala, Kasaragod, India

World tourism day 2021 - tourism for inclusive growth.

Tlaxcala, Tlaxcala

Celebración virtual del día mundial del turismo 2021 (secretaría de tu....

Bergamo (IT) and worldwide streaming

Let the world know about you video contest and live streaming on worl....

Redes sociales del Instituto Guatemalteco de Turismo -INGUAT-

Guatemala se une a la celebración del día mundial del turismo 2021.

Castillo de Niebla (Huelva) España

Jornada de puertas abiertas castillo de niebla.

Casco Histórico del Municipio Del Pilar - Reserva Natural Municipal Urbana Del Pilar - Cenotafio de Malvinas

Circuito turístico " día mundial del turismo".

Écija, Seville, Spain.

Día mundial del turismo en écija (seville, spain)..

Virtual, Ghana

Making tourism sites accessible to the physically challenged.

Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas, México

Webinar día mundial del turismo 2021.

Maldives Bureau of Statistics, Maldives

Webinar on tourism satellite account & tourism statistics.

Edessa, Pella, Greece

Edessa, gr, sustainable tourism development - inclusive growth for all.

Euphrasian Basilica - Porećč

60. concerts in euphrasiana - ana rucner and maria mikulić štimac.

Oualidia · Settat · El Jadida · Oualidia · 24252 . maroc

Oualidia surf camp made surfing that are suitable for everyone.

Pachuca de Soto Hidalgo, México

Conferencia magistral de turismo inclusivo y comunicación.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

2nd malaysia tourism gold summit 2021.

Venezuela, Barinas

I congreso turismo agroecológico: innovación, tendencias y sostenibili....

Hotel Semáforo - Faro de Finisterre

“día mundial do turismo 2021: turismo para un crecimiento inclusivo” ....

MAASI Comlex, Keirao, Manipur (INDIA)

World tourism day celebration 2021.

Haikou @HAITC college

Hainan university -arizona state university joint international touris....

Costa Rica y Colombia

I foro internacional: turismo para un crecimiento inclusivo..

Universidad de Deusto, campus de Donostia

Día mundial del turismo (universidad de deusto) - turismo regenerativo.

Jornadas sobre Turismo Regenerativo

Costa Rica. Virtual ASONETUR Fb live

Congreso internacional de estudiantes de turismo de costa rica 2021: m....

Instagram Live https://www.instagram.com/greet.her

Building safer cities: women's safety through technology and global tr....

Ausi Ma events park

Tourism and hospitality awards (taha).

Chakwal the best Tourism Friendly Region of Pakistan

Week of tourism development 2021.

UNIVERSIDAD MADERO PUEBLA

Día mundial del turismo umad: atu-net.

Yola Airport, Adamawa State . Nigeria

World tourism day 2021: yola airport excursion by yola tourism group.

Caribbean Celebration of World Tourism Day: The Future of Caribbean To...

Indanda Durban Ezeweni Lodge

Projectenza world tourism day 2021.

SCHOOL OF PLANNING AND ARCHITECTURE, VIJAYAWADA, ANDHRA PRADESH, INDIA

Tourism for inclusive growth-an indian perspective.

Virtual - Zoom platform

17th amity international tourism & hospitality conference 2021(aithc 2....

Johor, Malaysia

Virtual majestic johor tourism week 2021.

Souss-Massa · Province : Taroudant · Commune Rurale Oneine ·Code postal : 83000

Mountain trip celebrating the world tourism day 2021.

Tourism Selangor Digital and Online Platforms

Tourism selangor's wtd 2021 celebration.

Excelia Tourism & Hospitality School - Cycle de Conférences pour un To...

Lake Solai, Nakuru County, Kenya

Unlocking lake solai tourism potential.

Meghalaya, India

Selfie contest.

Varanasi , uttar pradesh India

Varanasi tourism guild.

Sudan - Pyramids

World tourism day 2021- sudan.

Near Shore Temple,Mamallapuram,Tamil Nadu-India

Abiraami yogaalayam's pallavan 2.0 a social awareness program on world....

Día Mundial del Turismo: Turismo para un crecimiento inclusivo

Shai Hills Natural Resource Center, Ghana

Challenged expedition.

Shai Hills Natural Resource Center

Kathmandu, Nepal

2nd all nepal tourism quiz contest.

Bonito - Mato Grosso do Sul - Brazil

Recovery of tourism - bonito / brazil - one day for celebration.

Barrio de Santa Cruz

Sevilla en el recuerdo..

JORNADA DE PUERTAS ABIERTAS EN EL MUSEO DE ARTE SACRO DE ORIHUELA

Main Sea view to Clifton Urban forest

Walk with waves. tourism for inclusive growth.

Algiers , Algeria

Algeria youth ambassadors conference on wtd 2021 | ont.

Bornos(Cádiz)

Visita guiada gratuita al castillo palacio de los ribera de bornos(cád....

Muscat, Oman via Zoom

Celebrating world tourism day 2021.

LA CODOSERA, BADAJOZ, EXTREMADURA,ESPAÑA

La codosera | dia mundial del turismo.

La Aldea de San Nicolás, Gran Canaria, Islas Canarias, España

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

LAGOS, NIGERIA

Celebrate world tourism day with goge africa: tourism for inclusive gr....

Caborca, Sonora México

Dia mundial del turismo caborca, sonora méxico.

Kribi, South Region of Cameroon

Ecotourism and visiting the pygmies around the lobe waterfalls.

Haiwan Forest Park,shanghai, China

Celebrating wtd with haiwan forest part.

Kochi, India

Paddlers meetup & river periyar cleanup.

Kisarawe Road Trip

Village Ait Mouli, Safi, Morocco

Opening day for gite rurale.

In front of the Church of Our Lady of the Angels on Trg Slobode

Skulptura - guided tour of contemporary sculptures in the old town of ....

IIHM Hyderabad

International webinar on tourism for inclusive growth.

Trumpet Call Ministries International, Montego Bay, Jamaica

Tourism awareness week - church service (jamaica).

The City Palace Museum, Udaipur

Art and craft bazaar at the city palace udaipur.

Baron Palace

Pharos -thm students to celebrate world tourism day.

SUSHANT UNIVERSITY GURGOAN

World tourism day 2021 celebrations.

Guru Nanak Khalsa College, Karnal

World tourism day celebration- guru nanak khalsa college, karnal.

Let's Talk: Inclusive Growth in Tourism

Mayfair Tea Resort

Himalayan hospitality & tourism awards.

Domselaar, San Vicente - Buenos Aires Argentina

La heroica - la honoria - vincular para crecer - festival de acción po....

Taller de elaboración de chacinas y degustación gratuitas en Bornos(Cá...

Facebook Live: Lic. en Turismo Alternativo UAIM Topolobampo LMM

Conferencia magistral: turismo comunitario como estrategia de conserva....

Sinikoro village northern Sierra Leone

Kambankoe dance.

España- Extremadura- Mérida- Acueducto de los Milagros

Día mundial del turismo en extremadura.

Ruta de senderismo Ribera del embalse de Bornos

Youth Hostel Secunderabad INDIA

Healing adventure tourism.

Opatija, Croatia

World tourism day in opatija.

Along the Tiber river from the city of Rome to the sea. Rome (Italy)

From the city of rome to the sea.

Ooni of Ife Palace/ Palace square

Oloojo festival.

Akwamu-Asafo. Asuogyaman District, Eastern Region, Ghana, West Africa. Ghana Post GPS EA-0250-2224

Make nature smile.

Gymkana Turística

Museo Santa Teresa

Noche de museos, museo santa teresa de potosí..

Teatro Municipal Guillermo Valencia. Popayán, Colombia.

Popayán. turismo para un crecimiento inclusivo.

Korčula, Trg Pomirenja

The portable exhibition, moreška and kumpanije - dances with swords on....

Malecón de Las Palmas

Maratón de mesero.

The Moroccan Association for the Development of Sustainable Tourism ho...

Lapidarium of the Homeland Museum of Poreč / in case of rain the Poreč theater

Theater exit cabaret – concert for spoons and guitar.

Nikola Tesla Street - Poreč

Poreč baths through history.

Jerez de la Frontera

Jerez universal.

World Tourism Day 2021 - Inaugural Session

Estado de México - Vía Remota

Semana internacional del turismo.

Celebración Día Mundial del Turismo 2021 por el Semillero Tyquy Uba: experiencias de inclusión.

Celebración día mundial del turismo 2021 por el semillero tyquy uba: e....

Cartagena de Indias

Panel dia mundial del turismo 2021 no dejemos a nadie atras.

Fundación Universitaria Tecnológico Comfenalco

Concurso de fotografia dia mundial del turismo.

Turismo para el desarrollo Inclusivo en Perú

BENCHICAO, MEDEA, ALGERIE

Formation de guide de randonnee.

Host country : Bangladesh (World wide-Online)

Atf cloud (9th asian tourism fair-virtual event).

La Rioja - Argentina.

International tourism congress.

Cartagena de Indias, Colombia

Feria institucional "turismo al servicio de todos".

Turismo al servicio de desarrollo inclusivo, que nadie se quede atrás

Leon Llido Street, Barangay City Heights, General Santos City, Philippines

Jibis empowering hospitality and tourism industry: world tourism day 2....

Shanghai Institute of Tourism, Shanghai, China

Livestreaming on douyin about wtd-sit.

Karbi-Anglong, Assam, India.

Photography competition. theme- natural and cultural heritage of the k....

Hyderabad India

Go green yatra.

Online Platform, Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences

World tourism day 2021celebrations - tourism for inclusive growth and ....

Distrito León, Mx. (León, Gto.)

Jornada de capacitación turística en el marco del día mundial de turis....

Shanghai Institute of Tourism

Wtd in shanghai institute of tourism.

Actividades Semanales de la Secretaría Nacional de Turismos - SENATUR,...

Sablayan, Occidental Mindoro, Philippines

Sablayan "go local, buy local" trade fair 2021.

Cycle Tourism ( Cyclism )

XI ENCUENTRO CULTURAL Y DE TURISMO SOSTENIBLE

Ethiopia, Sidama Regional State

Tourism for inclusive growth -ethiopia national celebration, sidama..

DTHM, NEHU, Shillong World Tourism Day -2021 Celebrations

Semana: Turismo para un crecimiento inclusivo

TGS Backtogether 2021

Ecocircuito: Huaca Fortaleza de Campoy - Lomas de Mangomarca

Krobo Odumase, Ghana

Yenko odumase- a visit to the bead making industry.

World Tourism Day Photo Contest 2021

Has Municipality, Albania

Nature - folk - gastronomy. has, the new gate of the cross border tour....

Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka

Official national celebration- the world tourism day 2021 in sri lanka.

Bahía Blanca, Buenos Aires, Argentina

9nas jornadas virtuales de divulgación científica "hablemos de turismo....

Virtual Presentation

World tourism day quiz & poster making competition.

India Telangana Warangal district kothakonda village

Pv summit ( india ).

Cúcuta, Norte de Santander - Colombia

La fesc se une a la celebración del día mundial del turismo.

Barangay Liberty, Loreto, Dinagat Islands Province

1st palawan (giant swamp taro) culinary fest 2021.

CHRIST UNIVERSITY, BANGALORE BANNERGHATTA ROAD CAMPUS, INDIA

Qreta-breathe new routes: world tourism day event series by christ uni....

Virtual conference via Zoom

The future of caribbean tourism- redefining the 3s's.

Pathankot, India

Military wives celebrate would tourism.

Universidad Mayor - Sede Temuco - Región de la Araucanía, Chile

Renovación en acción.

La charla será dictada vía zoom y transmitida via Facebook live (Turismo y Hotelería Universidad Americana)

Webinar: gobernanza turística para el desarrollo local - disertante: l....

COMMUNITY BASED TOURISM TRAINING WORKSHOP I WORLD TOURISM DAY (27)

LUTC Writing Competition 2021

Plaza de la Constitución 11, Santiponce (Sevilla, España)

Cotidiana vitae - visitas guiadas.

World Tourism Day Celebration 2021- Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

Ecuador, Riobamba

Destinos de naturaleza y aventura - riobamba.

UST Cloud Campus - Zoom Meetings Platform and Facebook Live (UST College of Tourism and Hospitality Management)

Unwto students' league 2021 - ust thomasian sdg keepers turnover cerem....

VISITA HUACA CRUZ DE ARMATAMBO - CHORRILLOS

Art Competition

Santa Marta, Ciénaga, Magdalena, Colombia- Caribe.

El turismo inclusivo, se puede..

Wild expedition

Kiandege Grounds, Hells Gate Ward, Naivasha SubCounty, Nakuru County in Kenya

Wtd2021 covid 19 sensitization and vaccination drive.

Rome, Italy

Via francigena. road to rome 2021. start again.

Universidad Anáhuac Puebla

El turismo como activador de la economía internacional.

National Today

• Arts & Entertainment
• Food & Beverage
• Relationships
• Special Interest
• Create a Holiday

Gift Guides

Got an idea for a holiday send it to us.

World Tourism Day – September 27, 2024

Get your bulky cameras ready, unfold your maps and make sure your fanny pack still fits snugly. World Tourism Day every September 27,  raises awareness of the need for accessible tourism all over the planet.

World Tourism Day is the result of the work done by the UN’s specialized agency — the World Tourism Organization (WTO). If you’ve ever strolled through a charming, perfectly-preserved European village or town, you’ve probably seen the WTO at work. Boosting local economies and ensuring sustainable tourism are but a few of the benefits of the WTO.

More importantly, on World Tourism Day, the WTO makes sure that travel is accessible for everyone, including those with disabilities and folks with low-income. Whether you’re walking with a cane or rolling in a chair; the world is open for business to you and your friends. So, get traveling!

World Tourism Day related content

Cheap Flight Day

Hopefully, you globetrotters marked your calendars for Cheap Flight Day, well in advance.

World Tourism Day Activities

Treat a normal day like a vacation.

Today, take a step back from your normal routine and consider: If I were on vacation in my hometown, what would I do? Where would a tourist go for the day? By checking out your own turf through the eyes of a tourist, you’ll support local businesses and you may see your town from a new perspective.

Get the word out

The key to continuous improvement in global tourism is economic stability and sustainability. Educate yourself on the best ways to see a new country, city, or village in ways that create a positive impact.

Plan a trip

If you’ve been putting off that vacation, use World Tourism Day as an opportunity to make those plans. Talk to friends and family with special challenges, either physical, financial or both; who may want to travel but have never been able to plan a trip. Together, you can help and encourage each other, following the message of the WTO that tourism is for all.

Why We Love World Tourism Day

It creates jobs.

All over the world, even in its most remote corners, tourism has become a dependable source of jobs. In the U.S. alone, the travel, tourism and hospitality industry supported 7.6 million jobs in 2015. This means one out of every 18 Americans is employed in tourism. When done responsibly, tourism can create jobs in areas where unemployment has risen due to unavoidable factors like automation.

It’s a cash cow

In 2015, international tourism generated $1.5 trillion in export earnings. This can be a tremendous benefit for smaller, under-developed communities. Developing a sustainable tourism ecosystem is paramount for ensuring these earnings are distributed among the community. Thanks to the work of the WTO, these areas are seeing smart tourism strategies put in place.

It creates a better world

Sure, the site of yet another lost tourist in your hometown may induce a small groan, but the reality is that traveling and seeing new places is good for our minds and good for our society. So, start planning your next trip!

World Tourism Day dates

Holidays Straight to Your Inbox

Every day is a holiday! Receive fresh holidays directly to your inbox.

• 6,427 Days celebrated
• 19,281 Ways to celebrate
• 1,000,000+ Happy users
• Our Mission
• For Businesses
• For Journalists
• For Influencers
• Submit a Holiday
• Promote an Event
• Work With Us
• Submit an Error

Our Services

• Create A Holiday
• Sponsor A Holiday
• Data Licensing
• National Today Calendar
• Reviews and Gift Guides

Shopping Reviews

• Health & Fitness
• Home & Garden
• By Interest
• By Occasion
• By Recipient

Popular Holidays

• National Girlfriend Day
• Day of the Dead
• National Boyfriend Day
• National Sons Day
• Mexican Independence Day
• Pride Month
• National Best Friends Day
• National Daughter Day
• World Bicycle Day
• National Dog Day

About National Today

We keep track of fun holidays and special moments on the cultural calendar — giving you exciting activities, deals, local events, brand promotions, and other exciting ways to celebrate.

Follow us on

• Agriculture
• Childers Festival
• Taste Bundaberg Festival
• Milbi Festival
• Council Events
• BN Weekender

Tourism leaders gather in Bundaberg

Tourism leaders from across the state will come together in Bundaberg on 2 June to celebrate the 50th anniversary of World Environment Day.

Partnering with Bundaberg Tourism, the Queensland Tourism Industry Council (QTIC) will be hosting its annual World Environment Day Breakfast at the Mon Repos Turtle Centre to champion sustainability within the tourism sector.

QTIC CEO Brett Fraser said the event will not only shine a light on the importance of safeguarding the natural environment but will also put the eyes of the state’s tourism industry on Bundaberg.

“The Bundaberg region is a jewel in Queensland’s ecotourism crown,” Brett said.

“What better place to recognise World Environment Day than in a region that serves as a gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and is a staunch advocate of sustainability.

“Nature and tourism go hand in hand.

“Our international and domestic visitors are increasingly seeking wide open spaces and experiences that bring them closer to the natural environment.

“Bundaberg is excelling in this market.

“From our savannahs to our rainforests and Great Barrier Reef, the importance of the environment to our Queensland tourism brand is immense.

“It is imperative that we protect and safeguard our natural assets.”

Bundaberg Tourism CEO Katherine Reid said there was no better place to celebrate World Environment Day than the Bundaberg Region.

“With fertile landscapes, thriving wildlife and unique ecosystems, the Bundaberg Region is a living testament that each and every action counts.

“Supported by a community renowned for their unwavering commitment to sustainability, this is a great opportunity for the region to come together, reflect on our past accomplishments, inspire change and chart an even greener future.”

Earlier this year the Bundaberg Region was announced as an ECO Certified Destination , just the fifth area in Australia to do so.

Tourism operators and businesses are encouraged to secure tickets to the World Environment Day Breakfast through the QTIC website here .

The QTIC World Environment Day Breakfast is made possible through the generous support of sponsors, EarthCheck, Fun Over Fifty, and NRMA.

Other news:

• Cardiac Investigations Unit upgrade planned 
• Safety upgrade on the way for busy intersection
• Sacrifice exhibition extended thanks to RADF
• Mon Repos Turtle Centre
• World Environment Day

Funding boosts industry, shares eco message

Highlights of 2023 for the bundaberg region, celebrate turtle season at milbi festival, latest news, celebrate mum at fairymead house high tea, road closure – booyan road upgrade, mornings best for beaches as light winds return, ten/2240 – prequalified supplier panel – skip bins and waste services, recent comments.

Bundaberg Now is a free community website delivering good news online — an initiative of Bundaberg Regional Council. Read our testimonials . You can contact us here .

• Privacy policy

Get out and about on new stretch of pathway

17 same-sex weddings in Bundaberg during 2018

• Entertainment
• Real Estate
• Find My Newspaper
• In Business
• Seniors Today
• Digital Editions
• Classifieds
• Search Photos
• Our Community

World Tourism Day still worth celebrating

Despite World Tourism Day looking a bit different in 2020 as the industry continues to recover from the Covid-19 pandemic, Sunshine Coast businesses are still continuing to shine.

The Queensland Tourism Industry Council (QTIC) marked the occasion with a celebration of the resilience of the industry and drew attention to some of the many tourism operators who have adapted and innovated during this dramatic disruption.

QTIC Chief Executive, Daniel Gschwind said, “Our industry is not just important to the economy but also to of the life of communities and their wellbeing.“

“Our cultural life, our events, our heritage and even our guardianship of our natural wonders is supported by tourism activity. And most of all, it is the lives and livelihood of the hundreds of thousands of workers in our industry that are at stake.“

Tourism Minister Kate Jones said tourism was a major focus of the Palaszczuk Government’s economic recovery strategy.

“Tourism is absolutely vital to Queensland’s economy. I’ve seen first-hand how tourism operators have struggled throughout this pandemic,” she said.

“World Tourism Day is usually a time for celebration.“

The QTIC World Tourism Day Breakfast had 150 people in attendance to hear from industry experts and stories about some of the many tourism operators who have adapted their business during this pandemic.

One of the businesses highlighted from the Sunshine Coast was Creative Tours and Events who introduced a new interactive food tours online – the ‘Meet the Maker at home’ virtual series.

Each experience delivered local produce to your door and was followed by an exclusive online session. These intimate virtual experiences allowed for a unique masterclass highlighting the local produce and producers of the region.

Owner of Creative Tours and Events Josh Donohoe said, “Our tour business closed for three months, as did the venues we visit. We decided to collaborate with local farmers, producers, brewers, and

distillers to create an online Meet the Maker at home experience.“

“Already having a strong network with local producers allowed us to collaborate on this idea fairly quickly. With no work whatsoever it was more down to idle hands and busy minds that lead to this series of events.

“We plan to continue offering these events locally, and also further afield.“

Council tested on appointments

Picking up chicks at the beach, booka table for old bloke rock, it’s the little things, passionate collector reflects.

• Privacy Policy
• Privacy Statement
• Editorial Complaints
• Terms and Conditions
• Star News Group

Travellers who are affected by the fire at the residential and commercial building, New Lucky House (Address: 15 Jordan Road, Jordan, Kowloon), may contact the  Hong Kong Tourism Board  at +852 8102 8020 for assistance. 

• Created with Pixso. MY ACCOUNT

I’m Sorry. I didn’t get that.

Hong kong tourism board, day x night vibes @ 18 districts: kowloon city songkran festival 2024.

This April, Kowloon City aka ‘Little Bangkok’ is set to host a vibrant Songkran Festival. Get ready for a diverse range of programmes and activities for both residents and visitors from around the world, including a Thai Bazaar, Pop up Market, Thai Boxing Competition, Water Splashing Experience x Electronic Music Performances, and Thai Costume Experiences. Don’t miss this unique and innovative celebration of Thai culture in Hong Kong, and experience the charm of the Kowloon City district!

Event details

12–14 April 2024

2pm to 10:30pm, 12 April; Noon to 10:30pm, 13–14 April

Carpenter Road Park and South Wall Road, Kowloon City

Category(-ies)

Festivals, Music performances, Food & Drink Events

Free Admission

www.kcsongkranhk.com

Kowloon City District Council Hong Kong Kowloon City Industry and Commerce Association Kowloon City District Office

• Art happenings
• Performing Arts

We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website, to understand your interests and provide personalized content to you as further set out in our Cookie Policy here . If you accept the use of cookies on our website, please indicate your acceptance by clicking the "I accept" button. You may manage your cookies settings at any time.

Manage my cookies

Cookie Setting

Turn Your Curiosity Into Discovery

Latest facts.

Follistatin344 Peptide Considerations

Approach for Using 5 Tips To Help You Write Your Dissertation

40 facts about elektrostal.

Written by Lanette Mayes

Modified & Updated: 02 Mar 2024

Reviewed by Jessica Corbett

Elektrostal is a vibrant city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia. With a rich history, stunning architecture, and a thriving community, Elektrostal is a city that has much to offer. Whether you are a history buff, nature enthusiast, or simply curious about different cultures, Elektrostal is sure to captivate you.

This article will provide you with 40 fascinating facts about Elektrostal, giving you a better understanding of why this city is worth exploring. From its origins as an industrial hub to its modern-day charm, we will delve into the various aspects that make Elektrostal a unique and must-visit destination.

So, join us as we uncover the hidden treasures of Elektrostal and discover what makes this city a true gem in the heart of Russia.

Key Takeaways:

• Elektrostal, known as the “Motor City of Russia,” is a vibrant and growing city with a rich industrial history, offering diverse cultural experiences and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
• With its convenient location near Moscow, Elektrostal provides a picturesque landscape, vibrant nightlife, and a range of recreational activities, making it an ideal destination for residents and visitors alike.

Known as the “Motor City of Russia.”

Elektrostal, a city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia, earned the nickname “Motor City” due to its significant involvement in the automotive industry.

Home to the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Elektrostal is renowned for its metallurgical plant, which has been producing high-quality steel and alloys since its establishment in 1916.

Boasts a rich industrial heritage.

Elektrostal has a long history of industrial development, contributing to the growth and progress of the region.

Founded in 1916.

The city of Elektrostal was founded in 1916 as a result of the construction of the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Located approximately 50 kilometers east of Moscow.

Elektrostal is situated in close proximity to the Russian capital, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.

Known for its vibrant cultural scene.

Elektrostal is home to several cultural institutions, including museums, theaters, and art galleries that showcase the city’s rich artistic heritage.

A popular destination for nature lovers.

Surrounded by picturesque landscapes and forests, Elektrostal offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching.

Hosts the annual Elektrostal City Day celebrations.

Every year, Elektrostal organizes festive events and activities to celebrate its founding, bringing together residents and visitors in a spirit of unity and joy.

Has a population of approximately 160,000 people.

Elektrostal is home to a diverse and vibrant community of around 160,000 residents, contributing to its dynamic atmosphere.

Boasts excellent education facilities.

The city is known for its well-established educational institutions, providing quality education to students of all ages.

A center for scientific research and innovation.

Elektrostal serves as an important hub for scientific research, particularly in the fields of metallurgy, materials science, and engineering.

Surrounded by picturesque lakes.

The city is blessed with numerous beautiful lakes, offering scenic views and recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike.

Well-connected transportation system.

Elektrostal benefits from an efficient transportation network, including highways, railways, and public transportation options, ensuring convenient travel within and beyond the city.

Famous for its traditional Russian cuisine.

Food enthusiasts can indulge in authentic Russian dishes at numerous restaurants and cafes scattered throughout Elektrostal.

Home to notable architectural landmarks.

Elektrostal boasts impressive architecture, including the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord and the Elektrostal Palace of Culture.

Offers a wide range of recreational facilities.

Residents and visitors can enjoy various recreational activities, such as sports complexes, swimming pools, and fitness centers, enhancing the overall quality of life.

Provides a high standard of healthcare.

Elektrostal is equipped with modern medical facilities, ensuring residents have access to quality healthcare services.

Home to the Elektrostal History Museum.

The Elektrostal History Museum showcases the city’s fascinating past through exhibitions and displays.

A hub for sports enthusiasts.

Elektrostal is passionate about sports, with numerous stadiums, arenas, and sports clubs offering opportunities for athletes and spectators.

Celebrates diverse cultural festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal hosts a variety of cultural festivals, celebrating different ethnicities, traditions, and art forms.

Electric power played a significant role in its early development.

Elektrostal owes its name and initial growth to the establishment of electric power stations and the utilization of electricity in the industrial sector.

Boasts a thriving economy.

The city’s strong industrial base, coupled with its strategic location near Moscow, has contributed to Elektrostal’s prosperous economic status.

Houses the Elektrostal Drama Theater.

The Elektrostal Drama Theater is a cultural centerpiece, attracting theater enthusiasts from far and wide.

Popular destination for winter sports.

Elektrostal’s proximity to ski resorts and winter sport facilities makes it a favorite destination for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities.

Promotes environmental sustainability.

Elektrostal prioritizes environmental protection and sustainability, implementing initiatives to reduce pollution and preserve natural resources.

Home to renowned educational institutions.

Elektrostal is known for its prestigious schools and universities, offering a wide range of academic programs to students.

Committed to cultural preservation.

The city values its cultural heritage and takes active steps to preserve and promote traditional customs, crafts, and arts.

Hosts an annual International Film Festival.

The Elektrostal International Film Festival attracts filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world, showcasing a diverse range of films.

Encourages entrepreneurship and innovation.

Elektrostal supports aspiring entrepreneurs and fosters a culture of innovation, providing opportunities for startups and business development.

Offers a range of housing options.

Elektrostal provides diverse housing options, including apartments, houses, and residential complexes, catering to different lifestyles and budgets.

Home to notable sports teams.

Elektrostal is proud of its sports legacy, with several successful sports teams competing at regional and national levels.

Boasts a vibrant nightlife scene.

Residents and visitors can enjoy a lively nightlife in Elektrostal, with numerous bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.

Promotes cultural exchange and international relations.

Elektrostal actively engages in international partnerships, cultural exchanges, and diplomatic collaborations to foster global connections.

Surrounded by beautiful nature reserves.

Nearby nature reserves, such as the Barybino Forest and Luchinskoye Lake, offer opportunities for nature enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the region’s biodiversity.

Commemorates historical events.

The city pays tribute to significant historical events through memorials, monuments, and exhibitions, ensuring the preservation of collective memory.

Promotes sports and youth development.

Elektrostal invests in sports infrastructure and programs to encourage youth participation, health, and physical fitness.

Hosts annual cultural and artistic festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal celebrates its cultural diversity through festivals dedicated to music, dance, art, and theater.

Provides a picturesque landscape for photography enthusiasts.

The city’s scenic beauty, architectural landmarks, and natural surroundings make it a paradise for photographers.

Connects to Moscow via a direct train line.

The convenient train connection between Elektrostal and Moscow makes commuting between the two cities effortless.

A city with a bright future.

Elektrostal continues to grow and develop, aiming to become a model city in terms of infrastructure, sustainability, and quality of life for its residents.

In conclusion, Elektrostal is a fascinating city with a rich history and a vibrant present. From its origins as a center of steel production to its modern-day status as a hub for education and industry, Elektrostal has plenty to offer both residents and visitors. With its beautiful parks, cultural attractions, and proximity to Moscow, there is no shortage of things to see and do in this dynamic city. Whether you’re interested in exploring its historical landmarks, enjoying outdoor activities, or immersing yourself in the local culture, Elektrostal has something for everyone. So, next time you find yourself in the Moscow region, don’t miss the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of Elektrostal.

Q: What is the population of Elektrostal?

A: As of the latest data, the population of Elektrostal is approximately XXXX.

Q: How far is Elektrostal from Moscow?

A: Elektrostal is located approximately XX kilometers away from Moscow.

Q: Are there any famous landmarks in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to several notable landmarks, including XXXX and XXXX.

Q: What industries are prominent in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal is known for its steel production industry and is also a center for engineering and manufacturing.

Q: Are there any universities or educational institutions in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to XXXX University and several other educational institutions.

Q: What are some popular outdoor activities in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal offers several outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking in its beautiful parks.

Q: Is Elektrostal well-connected in terms of transportation?

A: Yes, Elektrostal has good transportation links, including trains and buses, making it easily accessible from nearby cities.

Q: Are there any annual events or festivals in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal hosts various events and festivals throughout the year, including XXXX and XXXX.

Was this page helpful?

Our commitment to delivering trustworthy and engaging content is at the heart of what we do. Each fact on our site is contributed by real users like you, bringing a wealth of diverse insights and information. To ensure the highest standards of accuracy and reliability, our dedicated editors meticulously review each submission. This process guarantees that the facts we share are not only fascinating but also credible. Trust in our commitment to quality and authenticity as you explore and learn with us.

Share this Fact:

• Bahasa Indonesia
• Slovenščina
• Science & Tech
• Russian Kitchen

Why were so many metro stations in Moscow renamed?

Okhotny Ryad station in Soviet times and today.

The Moscow metro system has 275 stations, and 28 of them have been renamed at some point or other—and several times in some cases. Most of these are the oldest stations, which opened in 1935.

The politics of place names

The first station to change its name was Ulitsa Kominterna (Comintern Street). The Comintern was an international communist organization that ceased to exist in 1943, and after the war Moscow authorities decided to call the street named after it something else. In 1946, the station was renamed Kalininskaya. Then for several days in 1990, the station was called Vozdvizhenka, before eventually settling on Aleksandrovsky Sad, which is what it is called today.

The banner on the entraince reads: "Kalininskaya station." Now it's Alexandrovsky Sad.

Until 1957, Kropotkinskaya station was called Dvorets Sovetov ( Palace of Soviets ). There were plans to build a monumental Stalinist high-rise on the site of the nearby Cathedral of Christ the Saviour , which had been demolished. However, the project never got off the ground, and after Stalin's death the station was named after Kropotkinskaya Street, which passes above it.

Dvorets Sovetov station, 1935. Letters on the entrance: "Metro after Kaganovich."

Of course, politics was the main reason for changing station names. Initially, the Moscow Metro itself was named after Lazar Kaganovich, Joseph Stalin’s right-hand man. Kaganovich supervised the construction of the first metro line and was in charge of drawing up a master plan for reconstructing Moscow as the "capital of the proletariat."

In 1955, under Nikita Khrushchev's rule and during the denunciation of Stalin's personality cult, the Moscow Metro was named in honor of Vladimir Lenin.

Kropotkinskaya station, our days. Letters on the entrance: "Metropolitan after Lenin."

New Metro stations that have been opened since the collapse of the Soviet Union simply say "Moscow Metro," although the metro's affiliation with Vladimir Lenin has never officially been dropped.

Zyablikovo station. On the entrance, there are no more signs that the metro is named after Lenin.

Stations that bore the names of Stalin's associates were also renamed under Khrushchev. Additionally, some stations were named after a neighborhood or street and if these underwent name changes, the stations themselves had to be renamed as well.

Until 1961 the Moscow Metro had a Stalinskaya station that was adorned by a five-meter statue of the supreme leader. It is now called Semyonovskaya station.

Left: Stalinskaya station. Right: Now it's Semyonovskaya.

The biggest wholesale renaming of stations took place in 1990, when Moscow’s government decided to get rid of Soviet names. Overnight, 11 metro stations named after revolutionaries were given new names. Shcherbakovskaya became Alekseyevskaya, Gorkovskaya became Tverskaya, Ploshchad Nogina became Kitay-Gorod and Kirovskaya turned into Chistye Prudy. This seriously confused passengers, to put it mildly, and some older Muscovites still call Lubyanka station Dzerzhinskaya for old times' sake.

At the same time, certain stations have held onto their Soviet names. Marksistskaya and Kropotkinskaya, for instance, although there were plans to rename them too at one point.

"I still sometimes mix up Teatralnaya and Tverskaya stations,” one Moscow resident recalls .

 “Both have been renamed and both start with a ‘T.’ Vykhino still grates on the ear and, when in 1991 on the last day of my final year at school, we went to Kitay-Gorod to go on the river cruise boats, my classmates couldn’t believe that a station with that name existed."

The city government submitted a station name change for public discussion for the first time in 2015. The station in question was Voykovskaya, whose name derives from the revolutionary figure Pyotr Voykov. In the end, city residents voted against the name change, evidently not out of any affection for Voykov personally, but mainly because that was the name they were used to.

What stations changed their name most frequently?

Some stations have changed names three times. Apart from the above-mentioned Aleksandrovsky Sad (Ulitsa Kominterna->Kalininskaya->Vozdvizhenka->Aleksandrovsky Sad), a similar fate befell Partizanskaya station in the east of Moscow. Opened in 1944, it initially bore the ridiculously long name Izmaylovsky PKiO im. Stalina (Izmaylovsky Park of Culture and Rest Named After Stalin). In 1947, the station was renamed and simplified for convenience to Izmaylovskaya. Then in 1963 it was renamed yet again—this time to Izmaylovsky Park, having "donated" its previous name to the next station on the line. And in 2005 it was rechristened Partizanskaya to mark the 60th anniversary of victory in World War II. 

Partizanskaya metro station, nowadays.

Another interesting story involves Alekseyevskaya metro station. This name was originally proposed for the station, which opened in 1958, since a village with this name had been located here. It was then decided to call the station Shcherbakovskaya in honor of Aleksandr Shcherbakov, a politician who had been an associate of Stalin. Nikita Khrushchev had strained relations with Shcherbakov, however, and when he got word of it literally a few days before the station opening the builders had to hastily change all the signs. It ended up with the concise and politically correct name of Mir (Peace).

The name Shcherbakovskaya was restored in 1966 after Khrushchev's fall from power. It then became Alekseyevskaya in 1990.

Alekseyevskaya metro station.

But the station that holds the record for the most name changes is Okhotny Ryad, which opened in 1935 on the site of a cluster of market shops. When the metro system was renamed in honor of Lenin in 1955, this station was renamed after Kaganovich by way of compensation. The name lasted just two years though because in 1957 Kaganovich fell out of favor with Khrushchev, and the previous name was returned. But in 1961 it was rechristened yet again, this time in honor of Prospekt Marksa, which had just been built nearby.

Okhotny Ryad station in 1954 and Prospekt Marksa in 1986.

In 1990, two historical street names—Teatralny Proyezd and Mokhovaya Street—were revived to replace Prospekt Marksa, and the station once again became Okhotny Ryad.

Okhotny Ryad in 2020.

If using any of Russia Beyond's content, partly or in full, always provide an active hyperlink to the original material.

to our newsletter!

Get the week's best stories straight to your inbox

• 7 things that the USSR unexpectedly put on WHEELS
• Why did the USSR build subway stations inside residential buildings? (PHOTOS)
• How Russian trains deal with winter

This website uses cookies. Click here to find out more.

• Bahasa Indonesia
• Eastern Europe
• Moscow Oblast

Elektrostal

Elektrostal Localisation : Country Russia , Oblast Moscow Oblast . Available Information : Geographical coordinates , Population, Area, Altitude, Weather and Hotel . Nearby cities and villages : Noginsk , Pavlovsky Posad and Staraya Kupavna .

Information

Find all the information of Elektrostal or click on the section of your choice in the left menu.

• Update data

Elektrostal Demography

Information on the people and the population of Elektrostal.

Elektrostal Geography

Geographic Information regarding City of Elektrostal .

Elektrostal Distance

Distance (in kilometers) between Elektrostal and the biggest cities of Russia.

Elektrostal Map

Locate simply the city of Elektrostal through the card, map and satellite image of the city.

Elektrostal Nearby cities and villages

Elektrostal weather.

Weather forecast for the next coming days and current time of Elektrostal.

Elektrostal Sunrise and sunset

Find below the times of sunrise and sunset calculated 7 days to Elektrostal.

Elektrostal Hotel

Our team has selected for you a list of hotel in Elektrostal classified by value for money. Book your hotel room at the best price.

Elektrostal Nearby

Below is a list of activities and point of interest in Elektrostal and its surroundings.

Elektrostal Page

• Information /Russian-Federation--Moscow-Oblast--Elektrostal#info
• Demography /Russian-Federation--Moscow-Oblast--Elektrostal#demo
• Geography /Russian-Federation--Moscow-Oblast--Elektrostal#geo
• Distance /Russian-Federation--Moscow-Oblast--Elektrostal#dist1
• Map /Russian-Federation--Moscow-Oblast--Elektrostal#map
• Nearby cities and villages /Russian-Federation--Moscow-Oblast--Elektrostal#dist2
• Weather /Russian-Federation--Moscow-Oblast--Elektrostal#weather
• Sunrise and sunset /Russian-Federation--Moscow-Oblast--Elektrostal#sun
• Hotel /Russian-Federation--Moscow-Oblast--Elektrostal#hotel
• Nearby /Russian-Federation--Moscow-Oblast--Elektrostal#around
• Page /Russian-Federation--Moscow-Oblast--Elektrostal#page
• Terms of Use
• Copyright © 2024 DB-City - All rights reserved
• Change Ad Consent Do not sell my data

• Industry Development
• Workforce Development
• Member Login

• Corporate Network
• News & Media
• Annual Reviews
• Subscribe to Newsletter
• Accreditation
• Accessible Tourism program
• Camp and Adventure Accreditation program
• Risk Management program
• Star Ratings program
• Committees & Advisory Groups
• Elections & Budgets
• Policy & Research
• NAIDOC Corporate Breakfast
• Salute to Excellence Awards
• Destination IQ
• Access for All: An inclusion and accessibility webinar series
• Indigenous Tourism
• First Nations Tourism Plan
• Indigenous Champions Network
• Queensland First Nations Tourism Council
• Best Practice Guide for Working with First Nations Tourism
• Business Capability Programs
• Grants Gateway
• Letter of support request
• Queensland Tourism Awards
• Australian Tourism Awards
• Previous Award Winners
• Gala Awards Ceremony
• How to Enter
• Award Categories
• Top Tourism Town Awards
• Tourism Careers
• Initiatives and Resources
• Regional Tourism Careers Roadshow
• Careers in Tourism & Hospitality
• Micro-Credentialing Courses
• Registered Trade Skills Pathway program
• Industry Workforce Advisor
• Young Professionals Mentoring Program

World Environment Day

• Salute to Excellence Awards  
• QTIC Webinars

Notable Places in the Area

Elektrostal Satellite Map

Popular Destinations in Moscow Oblast

Escape to a random place.

• Election 2024
• Entertainment
• Newsletters
• Photography
• Personal Finance
• AP Investigations
• AP Buyline Personal Finance
• Press Releases
• Israel-Hamas War
• Russia-Ukraine War
• Global elections
• Asia Pacific
• Latin America
• Middle East
• Election Results
• Delegate Tracker
• AP & Elections
• March Madness
• AP Top 25 Poll
• Movie reviews
• Book reviews
• Personal finance
• Financial Markets
• Business Highlights
• Financial wellness
• Artificial Intelligence
• Social Media

Venice day-trippers will face steep fines if they fail to pay an access fee under a pilot program

FILE -Tourists visit Rialto bridge, in Venice, Italy, Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023. Day-trippers to the lagoon city who fail to pay 5 euros ($5.43) to enter the lagoon city’s historic center during a limited-date pilot program launching later this month will face fines starting at 10 times the entrance fee, officials said Thursday, April 4, 2024. (AP Photo/Luca Bruno, File)

Luigi Brugnaro, mayor of Venice, talks during a press conference in Rome, Thursday, April 4, 2024. Day-trippers to the lagoon city who fail to pay 5 euros ($5.43) to enter the lagoon city’s historic center during a limited-date pilot program launching later this month will face fines starting at five times the entrance fee, the city’s mayor said Thursday. (AP Photo/Alessandra Tarantino)

• Copy Link copied

MILAN (AP) — Day-trippers to the fabled canal city of Venice who fail to pay 5 euros ($5.43) to enter the lagoon city’s historic center during a time-limited pilot program launching later this month will face fines starting at 10 times the entrance fee, officials said Thursday.

Venice announced last year it would launch the long-discussed day-tripper fee after the city escaped being placed on the U.N. agency’s list of endangered heritage sites, due largely to the impact of overtourism. Officials have avoided calling it a tax, opting for softer words like contribution, and have downplayed the possibility of waits to enter the city, emphasizing there will be no turnstiles or physical barriers.

But during a press briefing, Mayor Luigi Brugnaro suggested lines could form at the official entry points, and used the word tax to describe the fee.

Brugnaro said personnel have been trained to verify that tourists who are not staying in Venice have either a QR code confirming payment of the fee or an exemption voucher. Exemptions will be issued for a variety of reasons, including to access the city for work, school or medical care, as well as to people born in Venice, and residents of the Veneto region.

Venice has long suffered under the pressure of overtourism, but officials say pre-pandemic estimates ranging from 25 million to 30 million visitors a year —including day-trippers — are not reliable and that the pilot project also aims to come up with more exact figures to help better manage the phenomenon. By contrast, registered visitors spending the night last year numbered 4.6 million, according to city figures, down 16% from pre-pandemic highs.

Visitors arriving at the main train and bus stations will first be met by stewards who will remind tourists of the new requirement and help anyone who hasn’t yet downloaded the QR code. Payment points will be set up for anyone without a smartphone.

Brugnaro said that anyone found beyond designated control points without the required documentation will be subject to fines. These will range from 50 to 300 euros (from around $55 to $326, depending on exchange rates), plus the maximum entrance fee allowed by law, set at 10 euros (nearly $11).

“There is no tax without controls,’’ Brugnaro told foreign reporters in Rome.

Visitors will be subject to random, not systematic, checks, he said.

“If someone turns himself into Batman and tries to enter, and enters all the same, he will not win a medal from me, but we will simply thank him for his rudeness,’’ the mayor said.

Officials have emphasized that the program aims to reduce crowds on peak days, encourage longer visits and improve the quality of life for residents. The fee is not required for anyone staying in Venice, including the mainland districts of Marghera and Mestre.

Venice’s islands, including glass-making Murano, are also outside the pilot program, which is being tested on 29 days, starting with an Italian national holiday on April 25 through mid-July, including most weekends, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. No maximum number of visitors has been set in this phase.

Venice is launching an advertising campaign to inform visitors of the new obligation, featuring Brugnaro speaking a variety of languages aided by artificial intelligence. Visitors can register at the website, www.cda.ve.it , which is operating in five languages.

The pandemic delayed Venice’s plans to launch the day-tripper tax, which has become a keystone of the city’s attempts to deal with overtourism . UNESCO cited the plan when it decided not to include the city on the list of endangered world heritage sites last September, a tarnish that it similarly avoided two years earlier with the cruise ship ban through St. Mark’s Basin and the Giudecca Canal. Cruise ships brought 1.6 million people to Venice in 2019.

Brugnaro said many cities around the globe have contacted him for details of the plan, but that they asked not to be identified.

Activists sounded a warning last summer when the number of tourist beds officially overtook the number of residents, which has dwindled to under 50,000 in a trend dating back decades. They said the imbalance drains the city of services, clogging its tight alleyways and water buses with suitcase-toting tourists and pushing residents to the mainland with its conveniences.