Total export earnings generated by international tourism in 2013 reached US$ 1.4 trillion. Receipts earned by destinations from international visitors grew by 5 per cent to reach US$ 1159 billion, while an additional US$ 218 billion was earned by international passenger transport. According to the latest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer, receipts in destinations
The organisers of the Reed Travel Exhibitions’ IBTM Global Events portfolio (www.ibtmevents.com) have confirmed that they will be holding the 2014 edition of IBTM India (www.ibtmevents.com/ibtmindia) at the ITC Grand Chola, Chennai from September 3 – 5, 2014. Shinu Pillai, Reed Travel Exhibitions, IBTM India Project Manager commented, “IBTM India
Winter holidays are the best time to challenge your fitness level and satisfy the adventurer within. Numb fingers, frozen waters, and the thought of a frozen nose may dampen your spirit a bit, but with the long holidays during winter, this is your best bet to have some real fun
Ten Must Visit Fall Foliage Destinations around the Globe A recent Trip Advisor survey revealed that viewing fall foliage is a favourite activity for 43 per cent of American travellers. “Leaf-peeping is an exciting and affordable way for travellers to enjoy the great outdoors and some of the spectacular scenery
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and UNWTO signed a special Joint Statement on Aviation and Tourism today, acknowledging the intention of the two UN agencies to begin cooperating more closely on issues of common priority. The Joint Statement was signed by ICAO Secretary General, Raymond Benjamin, and UNWTO Secretary-General,
Christmas is here and this is the right time to pack your bags and head to that special destination to spend the much awaited holidays. Christmas is celebrated all around the globe and is one of the most “looked-forward-to” events of the year. This is the beginning of the holiday
If you are looking for a venue for the prestigious annual meeting of your company or a world class event or exhibition, the first thing that will come to your mind is — if the venue has the right facilities and standards to make your event a success; a venue
IHG announces need to recruit 32,000 people into new roles in the Americas region by 2015 The InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces the expansion of the IHG Academy through collaboration with Cape Breton University in Nova Scotia to establish Canada’s first program and