Harry Theoharis, former Minister of Tourism in Greece, has officially announced his candidacy for the position of Secretary-General of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). With a proven track record of leadership and innovation in the tourism sector, Theoharis is positioning himself as a forward-thinking candidate who seeks to guide the future of global tourism in a sustainable and inclusive direction.
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HX Foundation, the nonprofit arm of HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions), has announced the recipients of its first standalone grant round, awarding €118,000 to 13 impactful projects worldwide. The funding will support a diverse array of initiatives focused on environmental conservation, community empowerment, wildlife protection, and sustainable development (according to the institution). With a focus on global collaboration, these 13 projects span 11 countries and regions, embodying the foundation’s commitment to making a positive difference in the world.
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The festive season is here again, and all over the world, people are getting ready to celebrate Christmas and the New Year. In Berlin, the streets shine in festive splendour, and the scent of mulled wine and gingerbread is in the air. As we look forward to the holidays, we’d like to take this opportunity to wish our readers from all over the world a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
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With the tourism economy in China gradually recovering in stability, the China outbound tourism industry has returned to normal. The President of China Tourism Academy, Dr. Dai Bin, stated at 2024 COTTM Conference that Chinese outbound tourism had recovered to 82% of the level in 2019 in the first half of the year. During this year’s National Day holiday, the number of outbound tourism trips has reached 3.8 million. It is expected to be close to its level of 2019 in the second half of 2024.
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The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) invites to the ITB press conference: on Wednesday, 5 March 2025, in the City Cube at the ITB Berlin Exhibition Centre (Room A1). Prime Minister Ms. Paetongtarn Shinawatra will give an update on Thailand’s tourism development, outline the importance of the DACH market and present strategic initiatives that will be in focus in 2025, such as promoting international festivals and strengthening unknown regions for first-time and repeat travelers. In addition, the Tourism Board looks back on 65 years of TAT existence.
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