The global tourism industry is positioned for substantial growth in the next decade, with the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) forecasting an increase in the sector's contr
A groundbreaking Travel & Tourism Social Impact Report, jointly conducted by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and the Sustainable Tourism Global Center (STGC), with the support of the Ministry of
The World Expo 2030 is scheduled from October 1, 2030, to March 31, 2031, in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, aligning with the Saudi government's Vision 2030 plan. Gloria Guevara, Advisor to the Minister of Tourism, Ahmed Al Khateeb, revealed the challenges, objectives, and significance of this designation, enhancing the plan as a tourist destination.
This year, the WTTC Global Summit focuses on the theme 'Building Bridges to a Sustainable Future', aiming to advance towards a safer, more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable future.
Located just 20 minutes northwest of the capital, Diriyah is expected to become one of the most visited destinations in the world, both in the tourism and business sectors.
The Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), Zurab Pololikashvili, emphasized that tourism is a diverse but united sector in its commitment to sustainability and highlighted the importance of investment in green tourism. "Tourism and Green Investments make it clear what our sector needs to fulfill our sustainability ambitions," he said.
Gloria Guevara highlighted the unprecedented transformation that Saudi Arabia is undergoing in the tourism sector and the significance of Vision 2030 led by Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman to diversify the economy and create new employment opportunities. She also emphasized the investment in sports as part of the strategy to attract tourism and enhance the country's economy.
The World Tourism Day agenda is broad and covers a variety of crucial topics for the future of tourism. Discussions will revolve around issues related to environmental sustainability, attracting human talent to the tourism sector, investing in lesser-known destinations, and technological innovation in the industry.
