UNWTO celebrated the biggest Ministers Summit on record as it brought tourism leaders together on the opening day of the World Travel Market in London to focus on education and skills development. Welcoming a record 40 Ministers of Tourism, representing every global region and destinations of all sizes, UNWTO Executive Director Natalia Bayona underscored the vital importance of investing in education.

For its 17th edition, the 2023 UNWTO-PATA Forum put the focus on maximizing the sector's ability to drive growth, build economic resilience and contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals. The Forum is the consolidated leading platform for policymakers, business leaders and a range of tourism stakeholders in Asia and the Pacific.

UNWTO and the Government of the Republic of San Marino will gather in this unique international platform for governments, destinations, and the private sector to demonstrate the importance of making tourism accessible for all, including persons with disabilities and specific access requirements.

With a strong focus on the future of wine tourism, the 7th UNWTO Global Conference on Wine Tourism will be held in La Rioja, Spain (22-24 November 2023), one of the world's leading wine regions. This event will gather diverse industry players around data, governance, innovation, sustainability, and skills.

The Corporation joins other Destination Management Organizations (DMOs) awarded with the UNWTO.QUEST Certification which recognizes quality and excellence in destination management.

The number of destinations offering Digital Nomad Visas has risen significantly over recent years, with almost half now offering visas for at least one year.

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