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FITUR 2024 Reflects the Growth of the Global Tourism Industry With Record Figures

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Thursday, January 18, 2024
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The 44th edition of the International Tourism Trade Fair, FITUR, to be held in Madrid from 24 to 28 January, organised by IFEMA MADRID, reflects the growth experienced in recent months by the national and international tourism industry and lays the foundations for the consolidation of the sector during 2024.

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  • The 44th edition of the International Tourism Trade Fair, FITUR, to be held in Madrid from 24 to 28 January, organised by IFEMA MADRID, reflects the growth experienced in recent months by the national and international tourism industry and lays the foundations for the consolidation of the sector during 2024.
  • Also notable is the growth in international participation, one of the most important parameters for FITUR, bringing together 152 country participations in 2024, including 96 official destination representations.
  • In this way, the International Tourism Fair reflects the latest World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) forecasts of November 2023 to recover almost 90% of pre-pandemic levels in international tourism with revenues that could reach 1.4 trillion dollars by 2023.
  • One highlight is the commitment of FITUR Sports , being organised in collaboration with AFYDAD and with the global sponsorship of FRANCE 2024 OLYMPIC AND SPORTS DESTINATION.

At the Yacht Club de Monaco marinas mobilise to progress the energy transition

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Friday, September 1, 2023
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It is the Monaco Smart and Sustainable Marina Rendezvous taking place at the Yacht Club de Monaco on 24th and 25th September.

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  • It is the Monaco Smart and Sustainable Marina Rendezvous taking place at the Yacht Club de Monaco on 24th and 25th September.
  • Now, we are returning to the pure yachting DNA, a more authentic and measured usage by putting forward sustainable solutions.
  • This necessary evolution allows us to be in tune with core values shared by owners and those who love the sea”, explains Bernard d’Alessandri, Yacht Club de Monaco General Secretary and President of the Cluster Yachting Monaco.
  • Organised by Monaco Marina Management (M3), the Monaco Smart and Sustainable Marina Rendezvous focuses on presenting the latest advances to encourage construction and development of virtuous marinas.

Luxury Yacht Global Market Report 2023: A $9.61 Billion Market by 2027 - Luxury Yachts Elevate Tourism and Recreation - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, August 31, 2023
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The luxury yacht market research report provides luxury yacht market statistics, including global market size, regional shares, competitors with a luxury yacht market share, detailed luxury yacht market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the luxury yacht industry.

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  • The luxury yacht market research report provides luxury yacht market statistics, including global market size, regional shares, competitors with a luxury yacht market share, detailed luxury yacht market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the luxury yacht industry.
  • A surge in tourism and recreational activities is expected to propel the growth of the luxury yacht market going forward.
  • The luxury yacht market consists of sales of luxury gulet yachts, hybrid yachts with sails and motors, open yachts, cruisers, cabin cruisers, and express cruisers.
  • The regions covered in the luxury yacht market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.

Melco becomes world’s first integrated resort operator to launch the NORDAQ water filtration system across its global resorts

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Monday, August 28, 2023
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The NORDAQ system has also been launched at Melco latest integrated resort property, City of Dreams Mediterranean, which officially opened its doors to guests on July 10.

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  • The NORDAQ system has also been launched at Melco latest integrated resort property, City of Dreams Mediterranean, which officially opened its doors to guests on July 10.
  • Ms. Johanna Mattsson, CEO of NORDAQ, said, "NORDAQ, is a sustainability company focusing on eliminating single used plastic.
  • NORDAQ provides, in my opinion, the world's most innovative and effective water solution for superior taste and less waste.
  • We are proud and very happy about this joint journey together with Melco which will be the world´s first integrated resort to launch NORDAQ water across its global resorts.

Dominican Republic hosts UNWTO Annual Executive Summit for the first time

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Friday, May 19, 2023
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PUNTA CANA, Dominican Republic, May 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- During this conclave, led by the Dominican Republic Minister of Tourism, David Collado and the UNWTO Secretary-General, Zurab Pololikashvili, all the leading players in the tourism industry worldwide discussed progress, experiences, strategies and challenges for the future, and as a primary theme, sustainability in tourism, in the search for the development of more sustainable tourist destinations.

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  • The Minister of Tourism of the Dominican Republic, David Collado, showed his appreciation to UNWTO for choosing the Caribbean country for the first time in its history to hold its 118th session of the Executive Council.
  • At the beginning of the summit, UNWTO Secretary-General, Zurab Pololikashvili, highlighted the achievements made by the Dominican Republic in tourism, especially its rapid recovery, stating that the Dominican Republic has become a world reference for tourism.
  • The Dominican Republic Ambassador to UNWTO, Aníbal de Castro and the Deputy Minister of Tourism, Carlos Peguero, among other officials, have been accompanying Minister Collado during the celebration of the Council.
  • Quisqueya (Dominican Republic in ancient Taino language) joined the UNWTO Executive Committee, after more than a decade, thanks to the work of the government and the results in the recovery of tourism.

Colombia's business forecast at FITUR surpasses US $15.6 million -- 85% higher than the previous edition

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Thursday, January 26, 2023
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Under the leadership of the Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Tourism -- and supported by ProColombia -- Colombia participated with a delegation of 38 companies, operators, regional promotion entities, and an airline. Colombian companies held 578 meetings with business representatives from 48 countries including Spain, the United Kingdom, Germany, the United States, Mexico, and Italy during the days aimed at professional audiences (January 18-20). In addition, 90% of the delegation confirmed to have found potential business opportunities.

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  • MADRID, Jan. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- During FITUR 2023 Colombia's business forecast amounted to US $15,647,570 -- an 85% increase compared to the previous edition.
  • In addition, 90% of the delegation confirmed to have found potential business opportunities.
  • Likewise, meetings were held with various international organizations, including the World Tourism Organization and the Development Bank of Latin America.
  • ProColombia President Carmen Caballero affirmed, "FITUR has been key in generating business in the Colombian tourism sector.

Japan National Tourism Organization Promotes Japan as a Gastronomy Tourism Destination

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Tuesday, December 20, 2022
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The Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) presented Japan as a destination for gastronomy tourism at the 7th UNWTO World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism held in Nara, Japan, from December 12 to 15, 2022.

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  • The Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) presented Japan as a destination for gastronomy tourism at the 7th UNWTO World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism held in Nara, Japan, from December 12 to 15, 2022.
  • The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) defines gastronomy tourism as a type of tourism activity which is characterized by the visitor’s experience linked with food and related products and activities while travelling.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221220005050/en/
    The 7th UNWTO World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism held in Nara, Japan (Photo: Business Wire)
    In promoting Japanese gastronomy tourism to the Forum’s global audience, JNTO provided information on destinations across the country where visitors can explore the depth of food culture.
  • To discover more about Japanese gastronomy tourism and view PR materials that were provided by JNTO at the event, please see the following resources.

The World Travel & Tourism Council Announces Collaboration with UNWTO and Sustainable Hospitality Alliance at COP15

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Monday, December 12, 2022
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MONTREAL, Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- During COP15 in Montreal today, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (the Alliance) announced a new collaboration which will bring together the public and private sectors in a shared vision to halt and reverse biodiversity loss by 2030.

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  • MONTREAL, Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --During COP15 in Montreal today, the World Travel & Tourism Council ( WTTC ), United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (the Alliance) announced a new collaboration which will bring together the public and private sectors in a shared vision to halt and reverse biodiversity loss by 2030.
  • As part of the broad Alliance of stakeholders for 'Nature Positive Travel & Tourism', UNWTO shows its commitment to the Global Biodiversity Framework of COP15 making tourism the Guardian of Nature.
  • The World Travel & Tourism Council ( WTTC ) represents the global travel & tourism private sector.
  • Members include 200 CEOs, Chairs and Presidents of the world's leading travel & tourism companies from all geographies covering all industries.

On-demand transportation Global Market Report 2022: Ukraine-Russia War Impact

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Friday, December 2, 2022
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The on-demand transportation market is expected to grow to $282.65 billion in 2026 at a CAGR of 22.8%.

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  • The on-demand transportation market is expected to grow to $282.65 billion in 2026 at a CAGR of 22.8%.
  • The regions covered in this on-demand transportation market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa.
  • The countries covered in the on-demand transportation market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.
  • The on-demand transportation market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides on-demand transportation market statistics, including on-demand transportation industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with an on-demand transportation market share, detailed on-demand transportation market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the on-demand transportation industry.

SUSTAINABLE HOTEL GROUP IBEROSTAR TO BE CARBON NEUTRAL BY 2030, 20 YEARS AHEAD OF THE INDUSTRY'S GLOBAL TARGET

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Tuesday, November 8, 2022
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PALMA, Spain, Nov. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Iberostar, an international leader in responsible tourism, will bring its carbon emissions down to zero by 2030, 20 years before the global hospitality industry target.

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  • PALMA, Spain, Nov. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Iberostar, an international leader in responsible tourism, will bring its carbon emissions down to zero by 2030, 20 years before the global hospitality industry target.
  • The group is committed to reducing Scope 3 absolute GhG emissions by 50% for the same year.
  • Iberostar will also make up for remaining emissions by implementing nature-based solutions that protect and restore the ecosystems in all its destinations.
  • The Group is made up of a global team consisting of more than 30,000 people and 95 nationalities.