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How Tourism Can Protect Cultural Heritage

Solimar International

At Solimar, we value tourism for the economic and social development that it brings to communities all over the world. Protecting cultural heritage is one of our utmost priorities as well as a core development objective in all of our projects. Community Building and Empowerment.

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Travel and Tourism Trends in U.S. and Canada

Smart Meetings

Suffice it to say, the general public in both North America and Canada are eager to travel while also welcoming tourism and events back to their respective communities much in the vein of the storied “before times.” with two-thirds of Canadian sentiment pointing to the approval of boosting tourism, regardless of resident age.

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Rajan Datar to MC Summit on Culture & Heritage in Tourism

Travel Daily Media

The post Rajan Datar to MC Summit on Culture & Heritage in Tourism appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Rajan Datar He is also the presenter of two long running regular shows on the BBC World Service, including “The Forum”, which specialises in global culture and history.

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The rising importance of empathy and new technology in Culture & Heritage Tourism

Travel Daily Media

The post The rising importance of empathy and new technology in Culture & Heritage Tourism appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Heritage tourism is worth around US$570 billion per year, said Scott Wayne, president at SWA Development. Within the sector, 51-70 year olds generate 60% of its revenue.

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Importance of Indigenous Involvement in Tourism Development

Solimar International

Two women standing in front of a market stall that sells traditional crafts in Oaxaca, Mexico, showcasing a basic form of indigenous involvement in tourism development programs. This captivating contrast is driving the surge in cultural tourism, propelling it as one of the fastest-growing segments in the industry.

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Power of Partnership Stewardship Summit (POPS)

Smart Meetings

The need for change in travel and tourism The hospitality industry is continuing its efforts towards improving sustainability, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) with cross-sector discussions and in-person activities. Cultural & Heritage Marketing Council.

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WTTC Survey Assesses Cities’ Sustainable Tourism Growth

Smart Meetings

Tourism, for all its economic and personal growth potential, has a massive environmental footprint. Sustainability efforts are key to keep the travel and tourism train going. In 2018, international visitors accounted for 81% of Bangkok’s tourism spend. Bangkok came in at No. 1 one in the “concentration” category.

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