World Tourism Day 2022: Rethinking Tourism
World Tourism Day focuses on promoting tourism in various parts of the world. Started by the United Nations World Trade Organization (UNWTO), the day is commemorated every year on September 27 and has been celebrated since 1980.
The official World Tourism Day celebration this year was held in Bali, Indonesia, and designed around the theme of "Rethinking Tourism," with the goal of inspiring debate about rethinking tourism for development, including through education and jobs, as well as tourism's impact on the planet and opportunities to grow more sustainably.
Last Monday, tourism ministers of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa met via video conference to discuss the green and sustainable development of tourism and the countries' recovery measures amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
The UNWTO urges everyone on World Tourism Day, including tourism workers, travelers, corporations and governments, to consider what might be done to boost tourism. Here are two fascinating and significant trip options. Read More...