Europe’s travel & tourism sector welcomes the “EU Digital Covid Certificate”
The European Tourism Manifesto alliance of more than 60 travel and tourism organisations warmly welcomes the adoption of the “EU Digital COVID Certificate” Regulation. The Alliance calls on Member States to ensure swift implementation before July to support the restart of the sector in time for the vital summer season, and to restore freedom of […]
Tourism Manifesto launches #TOURISM4RECOVERY campaign
Over 60 European organisations call for tourism to be firmly anchored in EU national Recovery and Resilience plans. European Tourism Manifesto alliance presents list of reforms and investment ideas to support tourism and make EU economies more resilient. New #Tourism4Recovery campaign launched to support the call and showcase impact of investments in sustainable tourism. […]
Europe’s travel & tourism sector calls for a restart plan in Europe
Over 60 travel and tourism organisations unveil concrete recommendations for re-opening travel & tourism in Europe, including creation of Commission-led Task Force to restore freedom of movement. The European Tourism Manifesto alliance, a group of more than 60 public and private travel and tourism organisations and the voice of the sector in Europe, today unveiled […]
European Tourism Manifesto statement on harmonised travel restrictions
The European Tourism Manifesto alliance, the voice of the European travel and tourism sector, calls on Member States to urgently agree on harmonised travel restrictions and ensure swift implementation to help the sector survive this unprecedented crisis. The European Tourism Manifesto alliance applauds renewed efforts of the European Commission as well as the initiative from the German […]
“Sustainability as the New Normal” a vision for the future of tourism
To mark World Environment Day, the One Planet Sustainable Tourism Programme led by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) announces its new vision for global tourism– growing better, stronger, and balancing the needs of people, planet and prosperity. The One Planet Vision for the Responsible Recovery of the Tourism Sector builds on the UNWTO Global Guidelines to Restart […]
Tourism Manifesto welcomes EC’s package on Tourism and Transport
Following the publication of the European Commission’s guidance on how to safely resume travel and reboot Europe’s tourism in 2020 and beyond, the European Tourism Manifesto alliance published an official statement to applaud this initiative that recognises the vital role the travel and tourism sector plays in the European economy and employment. As member organisation […]
Travel industry: Managing sustainable tourism growth in Europe
Delegates at the Conference on Managing Sustainable Tourism Growth in Europe, organized this week by the European Travel Commission (ETC), were faced with an urgent call to achieve a balance between the needs of the tourism industry, travelers, local communities and the environment if they are to succeed now and in the future. That was […]
Best trips 2019
Best Trips 2019 – Galway, Ireland WHY GO NOW: Get inspired by big ideas Galway may sit at the far western edge of Europe, but lately the “City of Tribes” has been the center of attention. Named a 2018 European Region of Gastronomy, Ireland’s fourth largest city (population 80,000) is gearing up for the next big thing: Galway 2020, […]
On your next trip, stop in one of these architecturally beautiful cities
You’re a wanderer. A traveler. Someone who loves to see different cities and the architecture they hold. Not content to stay put, you love to create detailed itineraries that take you across the world. And the truth is, while there are hundreds of natural wonders to be seen, humans create some of the most astonishing […]
Last-Chance Tourism Creates Paradox For Environmental Tourists
Many travellers have recently added another site to visit to their bucket list: Australia’s renowned Great Barrier Reef. Their motivation behind wanting to see this landmark stems from the wish to “see it before it is gone,” a notion now recognized as “last-chance tourism.” Last-chance tourism is a phenomenon that has risen in recent years […]
IGCAT participates at No Frills Event in Bergamo
Roberta Garibaldi, IGCAT Board Member and Director of CeSTIT, Study Center on Tourism of the University of Bergamo introduces Food and Tourism: a winning match, a workshop that takes take place Saturday 26 September organised by No Frills in Milan-Bergamo(Italy). Dr Garibaldi introduces some considerations, best practices and data about food and tourism offer. The meeting is […]
Sustainable Travel Guide: Make sure your next trip is a green one!
No matter the name, the intent is the same: travel with the lightest environmental and socio-cultural footprint possible to maintain or improve conditions in all communities around the world and ensure their health for years to come. A lofty goal, but with a change in perspective and a little bit of effort, travel can be […]
