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The future of the tourism sector in South Africa just got that much brighter ☀️ I feel privileged to be able to call Darryl Erasmus a mentor & dear friend and I can’t wait to see what brilliant initiatives come over time to further strengthen the position of South Africa as a top destination globally! 🇿🇦 🌍 The commitments of South African Tourism ⬇️ #1 - Increasing the number of tourists who visit our country #2 - Increasing the geographic spread, length of stay and spend of all visitors #3 - Improving seasonal arrival patterns

WTTC Board Members Alarmed by its Erratic Leadership and Strategies: In the eTurboNews story published on March 24  this year, eTN Publisher Juergen Steinmetz questioned if the World Travel and Tourism Council is still leading the private sector of the global travel and tourism industry. After five months of no responses from WTTC, their own board members finally woke up to the lack of leadership in their organization. Members want the Executive Committee representing the governing body of the organization to take action. SOURCE: WTTC Board Members Alarmed by its Erratic Leadership and Strategies BY: eTurboNews | eTN #travelnews

ICYMI: WTTC Board Members Alarmed by its Erratic Leadership and Strategies: In the eTurboNews story published on March 24  this year, eTN Publisher Juergen Steinmetz questioned if the World Travel and Tourism Council is still leading the private sector of the global travel and tourism industry. After five months of no responses from WTTC, their own board members finally woke up to the lack of leadership in their organization. Members want the Executive Committee representing the governing body of the organization to take action. SOURCE: WTTC Board Members Alarmed by its Erratic Leadership and Strategies BY: eTurboNews | eTN #travelnews

Brilliance is Understated: Tourism Leadership Raegge Style: The Hon. Edmund Bartlett is seen as one of the most knowledgeable and experienced leaders in travel and tourism, also way beyond the borders of his home country, Jamaica. His Sectoral Debate Opening Presentation 2024 in Jamaica today demonstrates the understanding of this industry with the eyes of a world-class leader in this sector, and Jamaica in his mind. SOURCE: Brilliance is Understated: Tourism Leadership Raegge Style BY: eTurboNews | eTN #travelnews

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🌍 The World Tourism Forum Institute (WTFI) Power List 30 – Recognizing Global Tourism Leaders ✨ The World Tourism Forum Institute (WTFI) Power List 30 stands as one of the most prestigious rankings in the global tourism industry, recognizing the most influential figures shaping the sector. As tourism continues to evolve in 2024, it is driven by innovation, sustainability, and strategic investments. This year’s list features trailblazers from aviation, investment, hospitality, and travel technology—key sectors that are redefining the future of travel. Their leadership and vision are driving industry transformation, creating a more resilient, interconnected, and dynamic global tourism ecosystem. 🏆 Check out the full list of industry leaders! 📌 Read here: https://lnkd.in/d_JiFgFt 👉 Who do you think deserves a spot on the WTFI Power List 30 this year? Share your thoughts in the comments! ⬇️ #Tourism #Hospitality #TravelIndustry #WTFIPowerList #Aviation #Investment #TravelTech #Leadership #GlobalTourism #Sustainability #Innovation #TourismLeaders

👋 Don’t miss our GSTC Webinar on the 15th of May, “Responsible Practices for Small Tour Operators: Insights from the Karakoram Region” This webinar focuses on the Karakoram region, a rugged landscape boasting some of Earth’s highest mountains and longest glaciers outside the polar regions. Karakoram is also home to a rich cultural diversity with five ethnic groups and a rich array of languages, music, and traditions. Tourism in the Karakoram has seen a significant increase, driven by both domestic and international visitors. While this surge brings economic benefits, including job creation and community development, it also presents challenges like inflation, ecological disruption, and cultural impact. This webinar explores the positive and negative impacts of tourism on the region’s economy, environment, and socio-cultural landscape. And how Beyond the Valley, as an active member of GSTC, is at the forefront of addressing these challenges. This webinar aims to share insights into sustainable tourism practices in the Karakoram, where participants will have the opportunity to learn from best practices, how tourism can benefit local communities while preserving the regions unique natural and cultural heritage. 🗣Presenter: Umer Latif, Founder of Beyond The Valley. 🗓 Wednesday 15th May  ⏰  08:00 PDT I 11:00 EDT I 17:00 CEST I 20:00 PKT Register here: https://lnkd.in/dYz24br5 #GSTCWebinar #sustainability #touroperator #Pakistan #Karakoram

Advocating for sustainable tourism through youth leadership in Myanmar 🌏 In an exclusive interview with Zam Cin Mang, the founder of My Voice My Tourism, he shares his journey of inspiring Myanmar youth to adopt sustainable tourism practices. By creating initiatives like a digital library and mobile youth clubs, Zam is fostering awareness about the environmental and cultural impacts of travel. His work highlights the potential of young leaders in shaping a tourism industry that protects Myanmar’s heritage while paving the way for a more sustainable future. Read the full interview on our website at https://lnkd.in/gMsaM_ga #SustainableTourism #YouthLeadership #Myanmar #MekongTourism #TourismMekong #GMStourism #GMS Website: www.mekongtourism.org Follow: Mekong Tourism Coordinating Office (MTCO) Image courtesy of Zam Cin Mang

🌟 Proud Partner in Cultural Tourism 🌟 Benchmark Certified Pty Ltd is honoured to be working alongside Walhallow Local Aboriginal Land Council (WLALC) to deliver the Walhallow Aboriginal Cultural Tourism Business Capacity Building initiative, supported by $150,000 in funding from the Regional Aboriginal Partnerships Program (RAPP) Round 2. This initiative is a significant step forward in celebrating and preserving the rich cultural heritage of the Gamilaroi people while creating sustainable economic opportunities for the community. We are committed to empowering Aboriginal communities through strategic collaboration, capacity building, and innovative solutions. Following on from securing this funding on behalf of WLALC, our role now includes: - Developing the operational and strategic foundations for the cultural tourism business. - Supporting WLALC in embedding Gamilaroi cultural values into every aspect of the initiative. - Ensuring the project creates lasting economic, social, and cultural benefits for the community. We extend our congratulations to WLALC for their vision and leadership and express our gratitude to the Department of Primary Industries & Regional Development for investing in initiatives that drive meaningful change. Together, we are creating pathways for cultural pride and economic prosperity. Excited to see this vision come to life! 🙌 #CulturalTourism #CapacityBuilding #GamilaroiPride #CommunityDevelopment #Partnerships #SustainableGrowth #RAPPFunding

Receiving the Global Youth Leader Award is a tremendous Honor, Inspiring me to further efforts in Tourism, Hospitality, and social responsibility. This recognition motivates me to strive for excellence in these fields and to continue making meaningful contributions to society. #globalyouthparliament #sshospitalityholdings #solutionthatdefinesuccess #hotelmanagement #Preopeningservice #Postopeningservice #SOP #verticalhospitalitymanagement #daytodayoperationmanagemnet #marketingstrategyandsolution