International Tourist Arrivals up 5% in the First Nine Months of 2025
International tourist arrivals (overnight visitors) grew 5% in January-September 2025 compared to the same period in 2024 and 3% above pre-pandemic year 2019.
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International Tourist Arrivals up 5% in the First Nine Months of 2025
International tourist arrivals (overnight visitors) grew 5% in January-September 2025 compared to the same period in 2024 and 3% above pre-pandemic year 2019.
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International tourist arrivals grew 5% in Q1 2025
International tourist arrivals (overnight visitors) increased by 5% in the first quarter of 2025 though results were mixed among regions and sub-regions.
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International tourism reached 97% of pre-pandemic levels in the first quarter of 2024
International tourist arrivals reached 97% of pre-pandemic levels in the first quarter of 2024. According to UN Tourism, more than 285 million tourists travelled internationally in January-March, about 20% more than the first quarter of 2023…
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Exploring the World on Two Wheels: The Benefits of Cycling Tourism
Cycling is not only a popular sport but also a great way to stay fit and explore new destinations. The benefits of cycling go beyond physical health, as it has positive effects on mental well-being and cognitive function. Cycling promotes brain…
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NEW DATA SHOWS INVESTMENT RETURNING TO GLOBAL TOURISM SECTOR
Investment in the global tourism cluster has started to bounce back from the lows it touched during the pandemic off the back of the steady recovery of international tourist arrivals, according to a newly released report jointly produced by UNWTO…
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French baguette given UNESCO protection
Freshly baked news: the baguette, the long, crusty loaf bread that is a delicious staple of French life, has been awarded special protected status, placing it in a culinary pantheon alongside other regional food delicacies from around the world…
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UNWTO and Bellavista to Open International Tourism Education and Training Hub in Switzerland
UNWTO is to work with the Bellavista Institute of Higher Education on a new International Centre associated to the UNWTO Academy for tourism training in Switzerland.
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Is the multi-day tours segment poised for a strong future?
Multi-day tours have had a tough 15 months, with many operators still not seeing any bookings coming in.
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As restrictions on travel begin to ease globally, destinations around the world are focusing on growing domestic tourism, with many offering incentives to encourage people to explore their own countries…
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