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10 May 12
Press Release
International tourism off to a strong start in 2012
The first results of 2012 indicate that international tourism continued to show sustained growth in spite of challenging economic conditions. During the first two months of 2012, international...
07 May 12
Press Release
International tourism receipts surpass US$ 1 trillion in 2011
According to the latest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer, international tourism receipts continued to recover from the losses of crisis year 2009 and hit new records in most destinations, reaching an...
30 Apr 12
Press Release
Tourism and the media join forces to support the sector in challenging times
“What drives tourism is the perception the traveler has of a destination. Fair reporting of both the negative and the positive will play a vital role in the recovery of Egyptian tourism,” said Egypt’...
30 Apr 12
Press Release
Tourism Leaders of the Middle East reiterate confidence in the sector
Entitled The Future of Tourism in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA): Ensuring sustainable growth in challenging times, the forum debated short and long term prospects for tourism in the region...
24 Apr 12
Press Release
Tourism can stimulate trade and development, agrees UN Conference
The theme of UNCTAD XIII, Development-Centered Globalization: Towards Inclusive and Sustainable Growth and Development, focuses on how the global economy can spread its benefits more inclusively and...