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Qatar participates in 113th Session of the Executive Council of UNWTO
Harry S. Johnson- January 20, 2021 22:23Qatar was represented at the UNWTO session by Qatar's ambassador to Spain Abdullah bin Ibrahim al-Hamar Read More
Tanzania establishes National Convention Bureau
Apolinari Tairo - eTN Tanzania- January 20, 2021 00:45Tanzania has established a Nationoal Convention Biurea as plans get underway to diversify the tourism offerings by reaching out to tourists attending meetings and conferences. By providing more venues, the ... Read More
Airports Council International cancels 2021 ACI Africa event
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- January 19, 2021 02:30The COVID-19 pandemic continues to stomp out hope of reactivating events that had to be cancelled in 2020 due to the coronavirus. Its latest victim is the Airport Council International ... Read More
Federturismo in favor of Travel License for vaccinated people
Mario Masciullo - eTN Italy- January 16, 2021 20:56Federturismo, the Italian Federation for Travel Agents, is pleading with the Technical Scientific Committee to help restart tourism by its extension of the country’s state of emergency. Its President, Marina ... Read More
Tourism will flourish: thanks to forgetfulness
Dr. Elinor Garely - special to eTN- January 16, 2021 02:36Is the ability to forget the key to bringing back tourism? It is no secret that crises can severely affect travelers perception of whether a destination is worthy of a ... Read More
ABPCO releases 2021-22 member focused business plan
Harry S. Johnson- January 14, 2021 15:23Association of British Professional Conference Organizers unveils new strategic plan Read More
How you can influence the future of Aviation?
Juergen T Steinmetz- January 13, 2021 21:19The World Tourism Network emerged out of a grassroots initiatives known as rebuilding.travel. Aviation veteran Vijay Poonoosamy, a former VP for Etihad Airways is now leading the Aviation Interest Group ... Read More
WTTC: Downfall of discriminating against unvaccinated travelers
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- January 13, 2021 01:09With comprehensive COVID-19 testing allowing for the free and safe movement of travelers, there should be no further requirements for proof of vaccination from the coronavirus. The vaccine program is ... Read More
COVID-19 pandemic has cost global tourism industry $935 billion
Harry S. Johnson- January 12, 2021 15:32COVID-19 pandemic has had a huge financial impact on tourism globally, affecting all countries around the world, as well as airlines, travel operators and other hospitality providers in the sector Read More
IMEX cancelled once again
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- January 11, 2021 21:12IMEX Frankfurt scheduled for May 25-27, 2021, has officially been cancelled as announced by the IMEX Group Chairman Ray Bloom and CEO Carina Bauer. Read More
Maximum penalties demanded for illegal party organizers
Harry S. Johnson- January 8, 2021 18:52International Nightlife Association says Illegal gatherings only punish the industry and delay its reopening Read More
International Congress and Convention Association announces new team structure
Harry S. Johnson- January 5, 2021 15:47International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA), the global association for the international meetings industry, is privileged to announce the appointment of a number of key roles cementing ICCA's commitment to ... Read More
Introducing Ideation + H: New Boutique Hospitality Asset Management and Consulting Firm
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- January 4, 2021 21:41Pamela Malkani is pleased to announce the formation of ideation + h as of January 1, 2021.The new boutique hospitality asset management and consulting firm will oversee a portfolio of ... Read More
World Tourism Network urges Kuleana for 2021
Juergen T Steinmetz- December 31, 2020 04:55Responsibility Creates Opportunities Tourism is going through a tough new reality that needs a new response For those of us in the sector, we do not need short-term fixes, we ... Read More
International Nightlife Association warns about spike in illegal New Year’s Eve parties
Harry S. Johnson- December 30, 2020 19:21While nightlife business owners and clubbers should be getting ready for the most important night of the year, New Year’s Eve, most nightlife venue’s doors are currently shut and unable ... Read More
Love to travel? Invitation to the 2020/21 WTN New Year Party
Juergen T Steinmetz- December 30, 2020 01:28Bring your pots and pans! Share Hopes, Dreams, and Miracles! The World Tourism Network in cooperation with eTurboNews is inviting travel industry professionals and anyone who loves to travel to ... Read More
Seychelles Tourism Board Italy participates in Travel Open Day Virtual
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- December 29, 2020 20:23From December 14-16, 2020, the Seychelles Tourism Board Italy participated to the first edition of the travel virtual fair Travel Open Day, an online event dedicated to the outbound tourism ... Read More
French Dairy Board honors Middle East pastry chefs of the future in Dubai
Harry S. Johnson- December 28, 2020 15:39The French Dairy Board and the European Union, have once again proved its commitment to supporting the next generation of pastry chefs in the Middle East through the organization of ... Read More
Silent Earthquakes in Hospitality and the Erosion of Standards
Richard Adam- December 28, 2020 09:24Since I can remember, there are these “The future of …..” type of thing conferences, publications and panel discussions. What is the future of hospitality and related? I don´t know. ... Read More
Maharashtra Tourism: Mission Begin Again
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- December 26, 2020 19:01“We wanted to build the hospitality industry as a core industry for the state. Likewise, with the event industry. Maharashtra has no dearth of talent and no dearth of audiences ... Read More
Vaccine politics and tourism
Harry S. Johnson- December 17, 2020 22:31Tourism before the pandemic Over the past several decades, tourism has experienced continuous growth and diversification to become one of the fastest growing economic sectors in the world (UNWTO, 2019). ... Read More
Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival Draws Close to 1 Million
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- December 16, 2020 04:38The 2020 Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival officially concluded yesterday. It was the first time the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) had adopted an “online + offline” format for ... Read More
Seychelles Guards Middle Eastern Ties
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- December 11, 2020 21:30Seychelles strengthens its relationships with Middle Eastern travel trade partners through the Seychelles Tourism Board’s (STB) participation in the first virtual Gulf Travel Show on November 23, 2020. The two-day ... Read More
Thailand tourism industry meets, asks for opening of borders and skies
Andrew J. Wood - eTN Thailand- December 11, 2020 18:02The two esteemed associations held their joint Annual SKÅL BANGKOK and PATA THAILAND CHAPTER 2020 Charity Christmas Lunch this week. With over 130 of Thailand’s top travel and tourism executives ... Read More
World Tourism Network Highlights Mafia Island as Good Case Study
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- December 11, 2020 02:48Celebrating the launch of the World Tourism Network (WTN) with a month of interesting events from all over the world, Mafia Island came into focus and the work it is ... Read More
US Travel announces cooperation with Connect Travel for IPW 2021
Harry S. Johnson- December 10, 2020 19:37The U.S. Travel Association announced Thursday that it will coordinate with the trade show company Connect Travel to co-locate several events around IPW 2021 (September 18-22 in Las Vegas) in ... Read More
World Tourism Network in 123 countries sets new trends: The Official Launch
Juergen T Steinmetz- December 10, 2020 03:49Tourism has been rebuilding since March 8, 2020. On March 8, 2020 a small group of tourism leaders supported by this publication and PATA met at the Grand Hyatt Hotel ... Read More
The St. Regis San Francisco Among First Hotels and Resorts in the World to Achieve Health Security Verification
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- December 8, 2020 22:42The St. Regis San Francisco, the city’s premier address for luxury accommodations, gracious service and timeless elegance is proud to announce that it is among the first hotels in the ... Read More
WTM London publishes a manifesto to guide policy-makers
Harry S. Johnson- December 8, 2020 19:36WTM London has declared its mission to work with governments and the private sector around the world to create a safer, smarter and greener travel and tourism industry. The event ... Read More
World Tourism Network Launch: Just Amazing
Juergen T Steinmetz- December 8, 2020 02:24This month is the launch of the World Tourism Network (WTN). Born from the popular rebuilding.travel discussion, World Tourism Network is the long-overdue voice of small- and medium-sized travel and ... Read More
UAE & Bahrain first to benefit from Israeli tourism
Harry S. Johnson- December 7, 2020 17:45Arabian Travel Market (ATM), is expecting a huge influx of exhibitors and visitors from Israel and further afield, wanting to take full advantage of Israel’s participation in its first major ... Read More
Italian Tourist Board goes to the heart of international MICE market
Harry S. Johnson- December 4, 2020 22:24The Italian Tourist Board (Enit) announces an exclusive year-long partnership with IBTM Events which includes: IBTM World Virtual 2020; IBTM Asia Pacific 2021; IBTM Americas 2021, and IBTM World 2021. ... Read More
Andalusia is one of the most popular event destinations in Europe
Harry S. Johnson- December 4, 2020 01:03Andalusia offers many possibilities for events. Andalusia, and in particular the region of Cadiz, is one of the most popular event destinations in Europe with its well-developed infrastructure. Andalusia with ... Read More
Global Wine Tourism Organization Circles: Inspiring new futures together
Harry S. Johnson- December 3, 2020 22:44The Ministry of Tourism and Sports of Argentina, Matías Lammens andthe Director General of Tourism Policy of Greece, PanagiotaDionysopoulou, participated on Monday November 30 in the first roundtable organized by ... Read More
Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau books first major 2021 meeting
Harry S. Johnson- December 3, 2020 22:32The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) in partnership with the Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC), a GBAC accredited facility, has landed its first booking for 2021 as The ... Read More
International Congress and Convention Association releases Kaohsiung Protocol
Harry S. Johnson- December 3, 2020 15:54The Kaohsiung Protocol is a significant legacy outcome of the 59th International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) Congress which brought together the entire global ICCA community to explore new ideas, ... Read More