The “Come and Say G’Day” global campaign is a critical investment in rebuilding Australia’s visitor economy, reviving Australia’s Tourism industry, and, by default, bringing much needed impetus to our outbound Travel Sector. The Australian Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA) welcomes Tourism Australia’s first global campaign since 2016 and looks forward to the domino benefits for…
WTTC announces speakers for its 22nd Global Summit in Saudi Arabia next month
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) unveils its first round of confirmed speakers for its upcoming Global Summit to be hosted by Saudi Arabia, which includes leaders from some of the world’s largest Travel & Tourism businesses, Saudi officials, and tourism ministers from around the world. Taking place at the magnificent King Abdul Aziz…
Saudi Arabia to host WTTC Global Summit from 28 Nov-1 Dec.
The 22nd World Travel and Tourism (WTTC) Global Summit to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from 28 November to 1 December 2022. This event, held in Riyadh, will see industry leaders meeting with key government representatives with the goal of driving support for the travel and tourism sector’s ongoing recovery, moving it to a safer,…
Thailand renews visa processing with VFS Global in India
The Thailand government has renewed its pan-India visa processing mandate with VFS Global. VFS Global will cater to travellers from India across visa categories through visa application centres and drop off centres as per the jurisdiction of the Royal Thai Embassy in Delhi and the Royal Thai Consulate General/s in Chennai, Kolkata, and Mumbai. “The…
WTTC: Agree an emissions reduction target for global aviation
Attending the International Civil Aviation Organization’s (ICAO) Assembly in Montreal, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is calling on all governments to urgently agree an emissions reduction target for global aviation. ICAO’s 41st Assembly will see 193 countries gather for talks on the future of aviation. WTTC is urging all Member States to support the…
World Cement Association to host its global conference in Dubai
The World Cement Association has announced its 5th annual conference and exhibition, which will take place from 25th – 28th September 2022, in person at the Emirates Towers, Dubai, UAE. The World Cement Association (WCA) is a not-for-profit company founded in 2016, with offices in London and Beijing. WCA is the largest independent organisation that works…
Work flexibly worldwide! Lufthansa launches Global Spaces
Finding a place to work quickly and easily anywhere in the world – that’s the goal of Lufthansa’s new ‘Lufthansa Global Spaces’ offer, which has been developed and implemented by the Lufthansa Innovation Hub. Travelers can now easily book hot desks, private offices, or meeting rooms with matching accommodation in five selected cities: Berlin, Munich,…
Caribbean and Latin America see major increase in global inbound: WTTC
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) forecast a major increase in global international flights bookings as international travel takes off. News of the strong recovery highlights a promising prospect ahead for summer holiday travel, with sun and sea destinations, such as the Caribbean and Latin America, leading the international inbound bookings. Julia Simpson, President…
Global travellers rate Thailand as top post-pandemic destination: Visa
Thailand has been rated as the fourth most attractive travel destination in the world, according to Visa’s Global Travel Intentions study. The country remains one of most desirable destinations behind only the United States, the United Kingdom and India. The top Thai cities global travelers are looking up online include Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai, and…
Dubai Food Festival to showcase emirate as global culinary capital
Celebrating Dubai as a global culinary capital, Dubai Food Festival is showcasing the city’s most exciting gastronomy offerings and remarkable epicurean experiences with a 14-day city-wide festival of food, from 2 – 15 May 2022. With 12,000 restaurants and cafes, Dubai entices the most enthusiastic diner with tempting flavours from all over the world –…
