Qusai Al-Fakhri, CEO of the Tourism Development Fund in Saudi Arabia, has been appointed to the World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) Executive Committee. Al-Fakhri’s extensive experience in both investment and tourism, particularly in Saudi Arabia, will be instrumental in shaping the future of the global tourism industry.
Nguyen Thao Van from VinUniversity, Vietnam, has been crowned the winner of the inaugural Investors’ Nest competition at the 24th WTTC Global Summit. Her innovative project, Dynapath, utilizes plastic waste to create electricity-generating kinetic tiles, addressing both plastic pollution and renewable energy needs in the hospitality industry.
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has convened its 24th Global Summit in Perth, Western Australia, bringing together industry leaders, government officials, and influential figures from around the world to shape the future of the Travel & Tourism sector. The summit, focused on sustainable growth and empowerment of local communities, features prominent speakers and addresses key topics like destination stewardship, the influence of AI, and the significance of Indigenous tourism.
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) Global Summit in Perth, Australia, showcased the industry’s progress in reducing its environmental footprint. While the Travel & Tourism sector’s emissions have declined, the summit emphasized the need for continued innovation and stronger actions to achieve absolute reductions and meet climate targets. The event highlighted key advancements in sustainable practices and technologies, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between industry leaders, governments, and sustainability advocates.
Spain has emerged as the second most competitive economy in the global travel and tourism sector, according to the Travel & Tourism Development Index (TTDI) 2024. Spain’s impressive score of 5.18, just behind the United States, highlights its strong position in attracting visitors and fostering economic growth through tourism.
A new report by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) highlights the disproportionate impact of the pandemic on women and youth employment in the travel and tourism sector, urging for immediate action to address the disparities.
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) released its 2024 Economic Impact Trends Report, highlighting the United States as the global leader in the Travel & Tourism sector. China’s impressive recovery, fueled by border reopenings, sees it as the world’s second most influential market. The report also forecasts significant growth for key destinations and a surge in international and domestic spending.
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has released a report revealing the lasting impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the travel and tourism industry’s workforce. While the sector has seen a rebound in economic activity, women and young workers continue to face significant challenges in reentering the workforce, highlighting the need for targeted interventions.
The 24th World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) Global Summit in Perth, Australia, will bring together global leaders, sustainability initiatives, and a unique pitch event for students. The event will feature keynote speakers like John Kerry, Robert Irwin, and industry pioneers discussing the future of Travel & Tourism.
RateGain Travel Technologies’ founder and managing director, Bhanu Chopra, has been appointed as the Co-Chair of ASSOCHAM’s National Council on Travel & Tourism. Chopra, known for his expertise in AI and the tourism sector, aims to use AI to transform the travel industry and position India as a leader in AI-powered tourism solutions.
