"This year our sector will break all records – adding $11 TN dollars to the global economy. Business Travel was only expected to recover in 2025. It’s back to 20% market share today." - WTTC President & CEO, Julia Simpson at the Opening Ceremony of Perth
Leaders from the World's Leading Travel & Tourism Businesses Set to Address Delegates
Julia Simpson, President and CEO of WTTC, highlighted the significance of this event, stating that it will bring together industry leaders and government officials from around the world to discuss the sustainable and resilient future of global tourism. Simpson praised Western Australia as an ideal setting for this Summit, given its commitment to sustainability and cultural diversity.
Gloria Fluxà, who has held the position of Vice President and Director of Sustainability at Grupo Iberostar since 2018, has stood out for leading initiatives that promote sustainability and for strengthening the company's commitment to responsible tourism.
The WTTC concluded its Global Summit in Kigali, where Julia Simpson, President and CEO of the WTTC, emphasized the importance of Africa as a tourist destination full of offerings and cultural richness. She highlighted the resilience of the global tourism sector, emphasizing its significant contribution to job creation and the global economy.
