Category: Socio-economic issues

WTTC: Tourism supports 1 in 10 jobs, outpacing global economy for 6th consecutive year

Travel & Tourism generated 1 in 10 of the world’s jobs in 2016 as the sector grew by 3.3%, outpacing the global economy for the sixth year in a row, reads a new report by the World Travel & Tourism Council.

Berlin Declaration on Transforming Tourism launched at ITB

Civil society groups from across the world gathered in Berlin to launch the Berlin Declaration on Transforming Tourism, calling for a radical reorientation of the industry to do more for vulnerable communities around the world

How Slovenian Tourism made the whole country go green – Interview with Maja Pak from Slovenian Tourist Board

Slovenia Tourism won NatGeo World Legacy Award in Destination Leadership. Maja Pak explains how the whole country got engaged in implementing green policies

New Online Club Lets Travelers Share Experiences, Learn How To Travel More Sustainably, And Gain Exclusive Benefits

The travel industry is coming together to help travelers more positively impact the places they visit and the people who live there. Sustainable Travel International launched the “Travel Better Club” – an online club for travelers wanting to make more sustainable choices in how and where they travel and share experiences with other like-minded travelers.

G Adventures launches “Travel Better” sustainable travel accreditation and three new social enterprise projects

G Adventures announces foundation of Travel Better, a new online certification, and launches three new social projects in Austria, Canada and Bolivia.

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Arcadia by Amala: A sustainable culinary journey by Jumeirah Zabeel Saray

Jumeirah Zabeel Saray unveils Arcadia by Amala, an intimate dining experience where the rich traditions of Indian cuisine are reimagined through artistic storytelling and sustainable practices.