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Applications Now Open for UNWTO’s Best Tourism Villages 2026 — How 319 Villages Are Shaping Tourism’s Future

Published February 27, 2026 by Staff Writer

Applications Now Open for UNWTO’s Best Tourism Villages 2026 — How 319 Villages Are Shaping Tourism’s Future

UN Tourism's newest Secretary-General, Shaikha Al Nuwais—who assumed office in January 2026 as the organization's first woman Secretary-General—emphasizes Best Tourism Villages' strategic importance during her leadership transition.

As Barcelona taxes tourists away and overtourism threatens iconic cities, UN Tourism’s expanding network of 319 rural communities proves sustainable growth isn’t just possible—it’s already…

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Global Tourism Resilience Day 2026: From Crisis to Catalyst—How Tourism’s Biggest Players Are Rewriting the Playbook on Resilience

Published February 16, 2026 by Staff Writer

Global Tourism Resilience Day 2026: From Crisis to Catalyst—How Tourism’s Biggest Players Are Rewriting the Playbook on Resilience

Tourism contributed 10% of global GDP in 2024 and supports one in ten jobs worldwide.

As Global Tourism Resilience Day dawns, destinations worldwide are transforming from volume-driven models to value-focused strategies that promise sustainability, community benefit, and long-term survival LONDON…

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