25 May 2017

UNWTO Commission For Asia And The Pacific Meets In Bangladesh

In 2016, Asia and the Pacific received 309 million international tourist arrivals, 9% more than in 2015; by 2030 this number is expected to reach 535 million. Over 20 countries gathered in Bangladesh on 16-17 May for the 29th joint meeting of the UNWTO Commissions for Asia and the Pacific and South Asia, to discuss challenges facing the sector in the region, opportunities for sustainable tourism development and the programme of work of UNWTO in Asia for the coming two years.
25 May 2017

Vanuatu Tourism Office Wraps At SPTE 2017 And Wins Best Stand

The Vanuatu Tourism Office and partners had a successful two days at the 2017 South Pacific Tourism Exchange (SPTE) on 19 and 20 May at the International Convention Centre in Sydney, meeting with travel trade industry from Australia but also focusing on meeting with the long-haul markets of Europe, USA and Asia.
25 May 2017

6th International Conference On Tourism Statistics: Measuring Sustainable Tourism

Sustainable tourism is increasingly relevant in national agendas for its role in fostering economic growth, social inclusiveness and the protection of cultural and natural assets. This is now also recognized at the highest international level with the UN General Assembly having adopted several resolutions acknowledging the role of tourism in sustainable development, including the 2030 Agenda and its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).