The mayors of some of the world’s leading destinations have met in Porto to rethink urban tourism in the post-pandemic age. Organized by UNWTO, the Government of Portugal, Turismo de Portugal and the City of Porto, the Mayors Forum on Tourism and the Future of Cities highlighted the opportunity to restart urban tourism with a focus on sustainability, innovation and inclusion. Formed in April 2019, the Mayors Forum provides a unique platform for cities and other key players to share tourism policies and best practices. The international forum works to advance tourism’s role in the urban agenda and harness the potential of the sector to provide economic opportunity and promote cultural links. The Porto meeting was embraced as a chance to rethink urban tourism and keep delivering on its p...
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The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) continues to energize the restart of tourism based on sustainability and innovation. An agreement with MUST Travel & Tech places a digital tool at the service of tourism, allowing users to share their experiences to promote the reactivation of the sector with a view to sustainability. Presented during the UNWTO Mayors' Forum in Porto, Portugal, the tool is an opportunity for the advancement of smart cities, as well as destinations that incorporate technology and innovation in their development. Already operating in 60 countries, MUST aggregates all the information of interest to travellers in one place. By also integrating key information and analysis from UNWTO, it aims to become a leading tourism application and generate opportunities for de...
Read MoreQatar is adding 105 new hotels and serviced apartments to its already extensive portfolio of properties, as the country gears up to host the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022TM. The new properties will broaden Qatar’s appeal to a range of travellers and enhance the visitor experience, as Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) continues its mission to turn the country into a world-leading destination. One exciting recent hotel opening is the Banyan Tree Doha, a five-star luxury property, elegantly designed by renowned interior designer Jacques Garcia. Hotel openings on this year’s horizon include for example the Pullman Doha West Bay, a five-star Accor property; the JW Marriott West Bay, with an eye-catching and towering exterior; and the Steigenberger Hotel, famed for its exclusive hospital...
Read MoreFully vaccinated travellers can now #RediscoverSamui with Avani+ Samui Resort As the island of Samui is getting ready to reopen to international tourists on the 15th July, Avani+ Samui Resort is introducing its “#RediscoverSamui” holiday package, just in time for the summer holidays. Thanks to the ‘Samui Plus Model’ travel scheme announced by the Thai Government, fully-vaccinated international travellers staying at certified SHA+ (Safety and Health Administration) and official ALQ (Alternative Local State Quarantine) hotels will now be able to enjoy Koh Samui’s rejuvenated beaches and bays that are looking more pristine than ever. The new package from Avani+ Samui Resort, which is both SHA+ and ALQ certified and has vaccinated all employees, combines full board accommodation,...
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