This rapid recovery comes sooner than expected, driven by the renewed emphasis on in-person meetings despite the rise of remote work during the pandemic.
UN Tourism and easyJet holidays have intensified their collaboration to create an innovative Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Framework for tourism businesses.
UN Tourism, in collaboration with the TUI Care Foundation, has launched the 'Colourful Cultures' initiative, inviting artisans in rural tourism destinations across Africa to apply for small grants aimed at supporting local creative talent.
Tourism leaders from Africa and the Americas have united in a landmark agreement to promote sustainable and inclusive development in their regions.
Tourism contributes nearly 8% of global CO2 emissions, with international arrivals expected to hit 1.8 billion by 2030. In response, Copenhagen has unveiled a new tourism strategy focused on sustainability and climate action.

World Tourism Day, celebrated annually on September 27, is an important global observance that shines a spotlight on the economic, social, and cultural significance of tourism. Established in 1980 by the UN Tourism, the day encourages nations to reflect on the potential of tourism to foster mutual understanding, sustainable development, and peaceful global relations.

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