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02 Feb 12
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The Ramsar Convention and the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) join forces to celebrate World Wetlands Day – Wetland Tourism: a great experience
As Ramsar’s Secretary General Anada Tiéga notes: “This has been an excellent opportunity for the Ramsar Convention to take advantage of UNWTO’s expertise in the sustainable management of tourism, and...
16 Jan 12
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Leading Travel Companies Commit To Sustainable Tourism through the Global Sustainable Tourism Criteria
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council announces the first GSTC-Recognized Standards. Each standard went through a rigorous review and authorization procedure and are considered equivalent to the...
20 Dec 11
News
UNWTO and the Tour Operators’ Initiative renew their commitment toward sustainable tourism
UNWTO and the Tour Operators’ Initiative for Sustainable Tourism Development  (TOI) have renewed their commitment to work together in promoting sustainable tourism practices during the last...
14 Oct 11
Press Release
19th General Assembly closes with pledge to strengthen UNWTO
“Over the last two years UNWTO has embarked on a gradual but determined reform process” said Mr. Taleb Rifai, UNWTO Secretary-General, presenting the White Paper to the Assembly. The White Paper, A...
11 Oct 11
Press Release
Tourism vital for achieving global development objectives - tourism ministers and UN
“How can the phenomenal growth of tourism be harnessed in support of the MDGs?”, asked UN Deputy Secretary-General, Asha-Rose Migiro at the opening of the Ministerial Roundtable on Fostering Growth...