World tourism day news

Here are some news articles and updates related to World Tourism Day, which is celebrated on September 27th every year:

Theme: This year's theme for World Tourism Day is "Tourism and Jobs: A Key to Economic Growth".

News Articles:

  1. UNWTO: Tourism creates 292 million jobs worldwide (Source: UNWTO) - According to the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), the tourism sector created 292 million jobs worldwide in 2019, accounting for 1 in 10 jobs globally.
  2. Tourism industry faces challenges in post-pandemic recovery (Source: CNN) - The tourism industry is facing significant challenges in its recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, including travel restrictions, vaccination requirements, and changing consumer behavior.
  3. Sustainable tourism key to economic growth (Source: The Guardian) - Sustainable tourism practices are crucial for the economic growth of destinations, as they help to create jobs, stimulate local economies, and preserve cultural heritage.
  4. Tourism and jobs: A key to economic growth in Africa (Source: Africanews) - Tourism is a significant contributor to economic growth in Africa, with many countries relying on the sector to create jobs and stimulate local economies.
  5. UNWTO launches new report on tourism and jobs (Source: Travel Daily News) - The UNWTO has launched a new report on tourism and jobs, highlighting the sector's potential to create employment opportunities and stimulate economic growth.

Events and Celebrations:

  1. UNWTO Secretary-General to address World Tourism Day event (Source: UNWTO) - The UNWTO Secretary-General, Zurab Pololikashvili, will address a special event on World Tourism Day, highlighting the importance of tourism in creating jobs and stimulating economic growth.
  2. Tourism ministers to meet on World Tourism Day (Source: eTurboNews) - Tourism ministers from around the world will meet on World Tourism Day to discuss the sector's challenges and opportunities, including sustainable tourism practices and job creation.
  3. World Tourism Day celebrations in India (Source: The Hindu) - India will celebrate World Tourism Day with a range of events, including a conference on sustainable tourism and a tourism festival in the city of Jaipur.

Quotes:

  1. "Tourism is a powerful tool for economic growth and job creation, and it is essential that we work together to ensure that it is sustainable and responsible." - UNWTO Secretary-General, Zurab Pololikashvili
  2. "The tourism sector has the potential to create millions of jobs and stimulate local economies, but it must be done in a sustainable and responsible way." - World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Director, Juan Carlos Siegenthaler

I hope these news articles and updates provide a good overview of the celebrations and discussions surrounding World Tourism Day!