WTTC welcomes Egyptian Tourism Authority as Destination Partner
Sat, 15 Aug 2026
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has welcomed the Egyptian Tourism Authority (ETA) as a Destination Partner, strengthening cooperation with one of the world’s leading tourism destinations.
World Governments Summit, World Travel & Tourism Council join forces to advance global travel
Sun, 09 Aug 2026
The World Governments Summit Organisation and World Travel & Tourism Council have launched a strategic partnership to strengthen government-private sector cooperation on travel and tourism.
Mideast tourism to rebound strongly despite 2026 setback: WTTC
Thu, 06 Aug 2026
The Middle East's travel and tourism sector is forecast to shrink 14.5% in 2026 amid geopolitical disruptions, but the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) expects the region to become the world's fastest-growing tourism market through 2036, led by Gulf economies.
WTTC sets seven principles to drive sustainable tourism growth
Thu, 30 Jul 2026
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has urged governments and businesses to adopt smarter destination stewardship strategies, launching a seven-principle framework to support sustainable tourism growth, protect communities and ensure benefits are shared across destinations worldwide.
India's tourism sector hits $263.6bn, eyes global top four: WTTC
Tue, 28 Jul 2026
India's travel and tourism sector contributed $263.6 billion to the economy and supported 46.2 million jobs in 2025, with World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) forecasting continued strong growth as the country targets becoming the world's fourth-largest tourism economy by 2036.
WTTC calls for action on Schengen entry system
Thu, 02 Jul 2026
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has voiced support for concerns raised by Europe’s aviation industry over the rollout of the Schengen Entry/Exit System (EES), backing an open letter from Airports Council International (ACI) Europe, Airlines for Europe (A4E) and International Air Transport Association (IATA).
WTTC, UNEP partner on global sustainable tourism push
Thu, 02 Jul 2026
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation and accelerate the global travel and tourism sector’s transition towards greater sustainability, circular practices, and long-term resilience.
Travel, tourism accelerates after effective recovery: WTTC
Mon, 11 May 2026
World Travel & Tourism Council research shows global tourism consistently recovers from crises, often stronger than before. The report highlights resilience, rapid post-pandemic rebound, and the importance of government leadership, investment, connectivity, and public-private cooperation for sustainable long-term growth.
Barceló Group joins World Travel & Tourism Council as Global Member
Tue, 05 May 2026
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has welcomed Barceló as a Global Member. The Group operates a diverse portfolio of 288 hotels under four distinct brands, ranging from luxury boutique properties to large-scale resorts and urban hotels.
WTTC report highlights cruise tourism’s $98.5bn global impact
Sun, 12 Apr 2026
WTTC’s Cruising for Impact report highlights cruise tourism’s global benefits, contributing $98.5 billion to GDP, supporting 1.8 million jobs, generating $199 billion output, and driving repeat visits, strengthening communities and sustaining long-term tourism demand worldwide.
$12.5trn in travel, tourism investment to boost G20 competitiveness through 2035: WTTC
Wed, 11 Mar 2026
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) says $12.5 trillion in travel and tourism investment across major economies will shape competitiveness and growth through 2035, with capital investment expected to grow 4.6% annually, stressing the need to align spending with demand.