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🌟 Spain: A Global Leader in Tourism 🌟 Since 2015, Spain has consistently ranked in the top 3 of the World Economic Forum's podium for the most competitive tourism economies, currently standing proud at 2nd out of 119 countries in the 2024 Travel & Tourism Development Index. 📊 Key Indicators: International Tourist Arrivals: 85,056,528 International Tourism Inbound Receipts: €108,662 million Average Receipts per Arrival: €1,278 T&T Industry GDP Contribution: €186,596 million (12.8% of total GDP) T&T Employment: 2,805,487 jobs (13.3% of total employment) Spain has achieved a record-breaking number of international visitors, making it the second most visited country globally, just behind France. This success is attributed to Spain's rich cultural and natural attractions, exceptional infrastructure, robust tourism policies, and sustainability efforts. 🌍 Why Invest in Spain's Tourism and Leisure Industry? • Second in global visitor numbers and Travel & Tourism Development Index. • 5th in UNESCO World Heritage Sites with 50 incredible locations. • Leading in Biosphere Reserves with the highest number globally. • 300+ days of sunshine per year, diverse natural landscapes, top-rated beaches, and extensive wellness facilities. • World-renowned gastronomy offering exceptional quality and variety. • Outstanding public health system with high standards. • Top-tier infrastructure with excellent land, rail, and air connectivity, and leading digital infrastructure. Regions like Catalonia, the Canary Islands, the Balearic Islands, Andalusia, and the Community of Valencia are the top tourist magnets, each offering unique experiences. As we look to the future, Spain's commitment to sustainable and quality tourism, supported by strong public-private collaboration, continues to drive its success. Whether you're considering a visit or an investment, Spain's tourism sector offers unparalleled opportunities. ✈ https://lnkd.in/dFcJ25ty

Paraguay | Partnership between Senatur and EBY to Promote Sustainable Tourism in the Country The Ministry of Tourism of Paraguay through the Minister Angie Duarte with Senatur the government branch that establishes the Paraguayan national tourism policy, guidelines and promotion and the Binational Entity Yacyretá EBY that operates the hydroelectric dam on the Argentina – Paraguay border have signed an institutional cooperation agreement with a project that aims to develop initiatives in promoting tourism in the area of influence of the binational entity composed of the departments of Itapú, Misiones, Ñeembucú and Caazapá. These initiatives with projects represent a significant step towards strengthening the area surrounding the dam in the search to enhance tourist resources through an integrated approach that includes the improvement of infrastructures and the development of new offers. The leader of Senatur highlighted the benefits of EBY's area of influence, the richness and biodiversity of the Paraguay and Paraná rivers and the economic importance with an impact in terms of social inclusion for communities. The Minister commented that this agreement reflects the commitment to sustainable development and the well-being of local communities, with the conviction that this collaboration will maximize the benefits of the hydroelectric complex for tourism and economic development in the region. The Director of EBY expressed his satisfaction with this partnership that will allow the coordination of actions with results at the tourist and economic level mainly in the beautiful destinations existing in the geographical area concerned of the institution emphasizing that tourism, the industry without chimneys will generate many economic resources and it is important that people know the natural and historical places of the country. The agreement also provides for the promotion of local culture, the revitalization of recreational areas and the organization of events and activities that highlight the natural and cultural richness of the area. https://lnkd.in/e3X4zx8B

@ONU Turismo ha abierto convocatorias para la edición de 2024 de su iniciativa “UNWTO Best Tourism Villages”. Durante las tres últimas ediciones, ONU Turismo – el nuevo nombre de la Organizacion Mundial del Turismo (OMT) – recibió casi 600 candidaturas provenientes de aproximadamente 100 países. En la actualidad, la red de 'Best Tourism Villages' de ONU Turismo, reúne a 186 miembros en todo el mundo, incluidos 129 reconocidos como 'Best Tourism Villages' y 57 pueblos que participan en el programa de mejora (Upgrade Programme). Juntos, representan a 55 países en cinco regiones del mundo. El Secretario General de ONU Turismo, Zurab Pololikashvili, señala: “La iniciativa 'Best Tourism Villages' de ONU Turismo, reconoce los #destinos #rurales en los que el #turismo se ha adoptado efectivamente como una oportunidad o como una herramienta para el crecimiento #sostenible y para preservar el #patrimonio #cultural y #natural. De cara a la edición de 2024, esperamos con interés ver más ejemplos del turismo como una fuerza positiva.” Son buenas noticias para el #mundorural y para el #turismorural 💪 #turismorural #turismosostenible #turismogenerativo

La Sostenibilidad Turística consigue su propia norma UNE ~ Sustainable Tourism gets its own UNE standard

For KPMG España and especially the teams that are dedicated to the Hospitality, Travel & Leisure sector, today is an important day since we have launched our KPMG The Future of Tourism initiative to the public. This is an initiative that tries to create spaces for reflection on the future challenges of the sector, through an innovative value proposal, based on conversations recorded on video, with experts who, together with members of our Tourism Commission, provide us with their vision. , in a format that we have called TourisTalk. Our purpose is not to create a current of opinion but to launch reflections so that each one can draw their conclusions, in a thoughtful and orderly manner, taking those elements that they consider important. I cannot thank the members of our Tourism Commission,María Zarraluqui, Patricia Rossello, Natalia Bayona, Tomas López Fernebrand & Jesús Nuño de la Rosa, enough for making what was not even an idea a reality. I hope that the entire community dedicated to tourism, and those who, without being dedicated to it, want to delve deeper into the topics discussed in each TouristTalk, find the initiative interesting.

Parece que crece la importancia del clima en la elección de destinos para turismo. Este es un interesante artículo que desvela algunas claves. https://lnkd.in/ddbnEd5z #turismotendencias #marketinghoteles #gestiónhotelera #gestióndehoteles

TOTEM Branding is proud to announce that Andy Stalman will be speaking at the Sustainable Destinations Summit 2024 in Palma de Mallorca. Mallorca, a tourism pioneer, understands the delicate balance between welcoming visitors and preserving its unique charm. The summit provides a crucial platform to discuss the future of sustainable tourism. From inclusive growth to cutting-edge sustainability, the agenda is packed with valuable insights. Mallorca's new pledge for responsible tourism reinforces its commitment to creating harmony between its thriving tourism industry and the well-being of its people & environment. By addressing environmental protection, cultural preservation, and community engagement, Mallorca sets a powerful example for destinations worldwide. Mallorca, a beloved haven for both residents and visitors, is also embarking on an exciting journey. The island, while blessed with natural beauty, rich culture, and a thriving tourism industry, recognizes the need to evolve. It's not about attracting more tourists, but about managing tourism responsibly, ensuring the island's unique charm is preserved for generations to come. This project, spearheaded by the Mallorca Tourism Foundation, aims to foster social and environmental coexistence. It's about finding that delicate balance between the "right to visit and to live," ensuring that tourism benefits everyone while safeguarding the island's cultural and natural heritage. We're living in a new era for tourism, one that demands a fresh approach. We must unlearn old formulas and embrace new solutions. It's about understanding the complexities, listening to the voices of both residents and visitors, and building a sustainable model that benefits everyone. Mallorca has the opportunity to become a global leader in responsible tourism. We're excited to be part of this transformative journey, helping Mallorca build a more sustainable future where it can thrive without losing its essence. We're excited to join this important conversation and share ideas on creating a more sustainable and responsible future for tourism! #SustainableTourism #ResponsibleTravel #Mallorca #TOTEMBranding #Leadership

Seguimos con buenas noticias en el sector en #España! 🇪🇸 El último análisis de ForwardKeys para World Travel & Tourism Council revela que España continua superando las expectativas de crecimiento. Los visitantes internacionales aumentarán un 13% en la primera mitad del año en comparación con 2019, con #Madrid y #Málaga a la cabeza. La importancia de contar con #datos en tiempo real y de calidad en la toma de decisiones en el sector turístico no puede subestimarse, especialmente en un entorno dinámico como el actual. España, como líder en turismo, ha comprendido este principio y ha adoptado un enfoque innovador que continúa dando sus frutos. Este enfoque proactivo hacia el #turismointeligente no solo ha fortalecido la posición de España como un #referente mundial en la industria, sino que también ha establecido un estándar para otros #destinos que buscan optimizar su rendimiento y ofrecer experiencias turísticas excepcionales. 📰 Descubre el análisis completo 👉

Sustainability neglect may stunt tourism growth in Sri Lanka: Intrepid Travel Chief By Nishel Fernando A global leader in responsible tourism raised concerns on lack of focus on sustainability in the tourism sector, which in turn could impede the current growth momentum in the medium term. Intrepid Travel Chairman and Co-Founder Darrell Wade, who was recently in Sri Lanka, said the current status of the tourism industry, in terms of sustainability, is worrisome, primarily because of the drive for growth. “We understand that it’s good for the economy, jobs, balance of payments, all sort of things. But if the growth is too fast and doesn’t factor sustainability, then that’s a major problem. We haven’t seen enough attention on sustainability (in Sri Lanka),” Wade told Mirror Business during his recent visit to Sri Lanka. Although Sri Lanka may sustain the current growth momentum for the next two to three years, he expressed concern that it would not be sustainable beyond four to six years, if sustainability is not factored into the tourism strategy now. He stressed that the industry stakeholders, along with the government authorities, must come together to develop guidelines on sustainability, instead of working on silos. “You need collective attention to work towards guidelines that could steer the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority or whoever is in charge to say that we need to oblige with the rules being laid on sustainability,” he added. In particular, he noted that such a mechanism is essential to make material progress. Intrepid plans to foster greater economic growth in Sri Lanka, supporting a vibrant tourism industry and engaging local community philanthropy under its 2030 strategy. It plans to bring over 15,000 travellers to Sri Lanka by 2030, a boost to responsible tourism, up from 4500 travellers ensilaged for this year. “... we are very happy to take a leadership role on sustainability and we do it everywhere in the world,” Wade added. Source: https://lnkd.in/g4dvuFSJ #Tourism #FinanceInsights #FinanceNews