Florida tourism total down slightly in 2023 from previous year
Despite efforts to attract international tourists, the dip in local tourism contributed to an overall decrease in the state's visitor figures for the year.
Despite efforts to attract international tourists, the dip in local tourism contributed to an overall decrease in the state's visitor figures for the year.
Successful Closure of FITUR 2024 with Over 153 Thousand Professionals in B2B Meetings.
“We are seeing efforts and changes led by leading travel and tourism companies, who are now paying more attention to creating a sense of belonging, supporting their employees, regardless of who they are or where they come from,” said Julia Simpson, president and CEO. executive director of the WTTC.
FIT will continue its program by opening its doors to industry professionals. The day will include the start of the "Visit Argentina Connect" Business Rounds, a key event that provides an exclusive space for marketing
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.
Anger from British tourists returning from Spain to new two-week quarantine. Spain insists epidemic is under control
Back in March, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) said the COVID-19 pandemic could cost 50 million jobs globally. Just shy of three months later and the WTTC has upped its estimate: More than 197 million jobs could be lost in the global travel and tourism sector if barriers to global travel, such as blanket anti-travel advisories and quarantine measures remain in place.