Calling all tech startups revolutionizing the gastronomy industry with local impact! Don't miss your chance to shine in UN Tourism's 4th Global Gastronomy Tourism Startup Competition. Apply now for global visibility and mentorship opportunities! 🌍✈️

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Tourism stands as a beacon for biodiversity conservation and environmental stewardship. From coastlines to forests, it nurtures nature-based experiences, fostering sustainability and positive change.🌿✨

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Check out the changes on our interactive map and get more insights into the evolving landscape of tourism economics! 🌎

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Discover Slunj village, where women blend tradition with modern flair. Engage in arts, workshops, and festivities showcasing their creativity and empowerment. From pottery to digital marketing, witness their skills shaping a brighter future. Feel the energy of Slunj's women! 🌟

UN Tourism advocates for investment strategies that fuel economic growth, job creation and sustainability in tourism. By promoting investments from both public and private sources, we're paving the way for a brighter, more inclusive future. 💵

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Happy Europe Day! Marking 74 years since the founding of the European Union, today we celebrate the beauty, diversity, and cultural richness of Europe's tourism destinations. Let's continue to work together to ensure sustainable growth, innovation, and inclusivity.

Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship & SMEs

In the aftermath of the 2009 economic crisis, international tourist arrivals dipped by 35 mil. Fast forward to COVID-19 in 2020, arrivals plummeted by 1.1 bil. In 2023, we witness a promising rebound with 1.286 bil arrivals, a 34% increase from 2022, marking a positive step. 💪

🌟 Last chance! Applications for UN Tourism's 'Best Tourism Villages' initiative close today. Don't miss this chance to showcase rural destinations embracing sustainable growth and cultural preservation. Join the global network of Best Tourism Villages!

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UN Tourism just signed an MOU with the Affiliate Member ICCA to boost the activity and impact of the Meeting Industry and its sustainable practices.

This partnership further solidifies our commitment to a more sustainable and resilient future for tourism & business events.

🌍 The intersection of tourism and culture presents both opportunities and challenges for the sector. As visitor interest in cultural experiences rises, so does the responsibility to preserve and promote heritage for future generations.

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Thrilled to unveil the inaugural UN Tourism Regional Forum on Gastronomy Tourism in Asia and the Pacific!

🗓️ June 26-27
📍 Philippines

🍽️ Come to celebrate the enriching influence of gastronomy tourism and share strategies for sustainable progress.

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The #UNTourism panel stressed tourism's role in post-conflict development, featuring projects from Colombia, BiH, and Rwanda while emphasizing the social/environmental needs & effective private, public, and institutional partnerships.

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Tourism drives rural economic growth, entrepreneurship & jobs, helping alleviate poverty. Learn about village-led efforts in our report: Tourism & Rural Development: Lessons from UN Tourism´s Best Tourism Villages Initiative. 🌱💼

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Best Tourism Villages by UN Tourism

Asian and Pacific women take Centre Stage in the future development of tourism.

Their roadmap to make tourism more inclusive includes:

- Invest in mentorship
- Implement diversity training
- Innovate to improve safety

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