Murare Car Rental, a Zimbabwean car rental company, was awarded first runner-up for Best Car Hire Stand at the 2024 Sanganai Hlanganani World Tourism Expo. The company’s CEO highlighted their commitment to inclusive tourism, ensuring their services cater to diverse tourists while respecting cultural beliefs and values.
TokudAw, a destination management firm, has joined forces with Accessible Japan to provide inclusive travel services catering to visitors with accessibility needs. This partnership offers a range of accessible options, including wheelchair-accessible transportation, sign language interpreters, and customized accessible tours of Japan’s iconic landmarks.
A delegation of US travel journalists and influencers is visiting Ireland, experiencing Dublin Pride and showcasing the island’s LGBTQIA+ attractions to their millions of readers. Their visit highlights Ireland’s commitment to inclusivity and diversity, inspiring LGBTQIA+ travelers to explore its diverse offerings.
The 2024 WTM Latin America concluded with significant growth, including an 8.1% increase in attendees to 29,247. The exhibition space expanded by 20% to 7,393 square meters, showcasing 797 brands, a 28% increase from last year. The ConnectMe platform facilitated 6,903 scheduled meetings, an 8.5% rise. The event featured 54 conferences, training sessions, and Speed Networking events. The new Diversity Route highlighted 20 projects focusing on inclusive tourism. First-time participants included Tanzania Tourist Board, Belize Tourism Board, TAAG Angola Airlines, Cayman Island, and Guatemala. Brazilian representation was strong, with newcomers like Campos do Jordão, Joinville, and Fortaleza. The next WTM Latin America is scheduled for April 14th to 16th, 2025.
