🌏 Did you know #tourism is one of the largest and fastest growth sectors in the world economy? ✨ In our #COGITO blog, Peter Haxton (PhD) and Maya Camacho discuss how to enhance #regional attractiveness for tourism while promoting a more sustainable and resilient recovery following the COVID-19 pandemic. Explore how countries initiate innovations in tourism: 🟠 #Argentina introduces nature tourism with 17 major territorial routes. 🟠 #Canada welcomes higher-value visitors who are more likely to come back. 🟠 #Sweden adopts AI to attract more residents and employers for SMEs. 🟠 #Portugal trains professionals tailored to the local needs. 🟠 #Ireland supports tourism businesses in navigating a competitive job market. 👉 Read the full blog here: bit.ly/464PwpF
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Its important to align tourism goals with sustainable regional development 🧗♀️🚴♂️🌴🌲🍀💚🏩🏖️☀️💚 Some thoughts in the Cogito blog below
🌏 Did you know #tourism is one of the largest and fastest growth sectors in the world economy? ✨ In our #COGITO blog, Peter Haxton (PhD) and Maya Camacho discuss how to enhance #regional attractiveness for tourism while promoting a more sustainable and resilient recovery following the COVID-19 pandemic. Explore how countries initiate innovations in tourism: 🟠 #Argentina introduces nature tourism with 17 major territorial routes. 🟠 #Canada welcomes higher-value visitors who are more likely to come back. 🟠 #Sweden adopts AI to attract more residents and employers for SMEs. 🟠 #Portugal trains professionals tailored to the local needs. 🟠 #Ireland supports tourism businesses in navigating a competitive job market. 👉 Read the full blog here: bit.ly/464PwpF
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📊 Chart of the Week is here! Investing in skilled #HumanResources can elevate #RuralTourism by improving service quality, enhancing visitor satisfaction, and creating #LocalJob opportunities. 🌾✨ Did you know that our first survey of UN Tourism members on tourism and rural development revealed key challenges? 🔹 Attracting & retaining skilled talent 🧑💼 🔸 Insufficient training programs, particularly in innovation and tourism management 📚💡 Learn more about these challenges and potential solutions. Read the full report here: 👉 https://lnkd.in/dwB3dhy4 #UNTourismRural #Tourism #Rural #SDGs #RuralDevelopment #TourismImpact #RuralTourism #RuralDevelopment 🌍🚀
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Tourism Performance Update: What’s Next? 📅 Date: Tuesday, 3rd September 2024 🕘 Time: 09:30 📍 Venue: Virtual Meeting Platform In a virtual session today, the Portfolio Committee on Tourism will be briefed by South African Tourism on the performance reports for the fourth quarter of 2023/24 and the first quarter of 2024/25. The meeting will also include the adoption of previous minutes. This session is key to evaluating the success of tourism initiatives and planning for future growth. How can we boost tourism in South Africa in the coming years? Share your ideas! 🌍 #Tourism #SouthAfrica #EconomicDevelopment #TravelIndustry #afriparliwatch
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🌍 As tourism continues to play a key role in the economies of many European countries, it is essential that the industry evolves and adapts to meet the new challenges. The release of the “StarGrowth Comparative Report of Tourism SMEs' Needs” is a timely and important development. 🙌 📜 The document analyzes the needs of tourism SMEs in the partner countries: Greece, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Italy, Romania, and Slovenia. It provides valuable insights into the key factors that can drive sustainable and digital growth in this sector. ♻ 👉 Read the full report and follow us on boosting sustainable and digital growth in tourism SMEs together. 📱 #tourismindustry #sustainabletourism #digitaltransformation #tourismSMEs #Europeantourism #StarGrowth #SingleMarket hashtag #BgGuide #EropeanProfiles #IRSEI #Apintech #EU-ROM #TPLJ
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🌟 Great News from the #StarGrowth Project🌟 🏕 We are glad to announce the release of the StarGrowth Comparative Report of Tourism SMEs’ Needs! 🌍 This comprehensive analysis explores the specific needs of tourism SMEs in six partner countries: Greece, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Italy, Romania, and Slovenia. ❗ The StarGrowth Comparative Report provides valuable insights for policymakers, tourism organizations, and other stakeholders working to support the sustainable and digital transformation of tourism SMEs across Europe. The Report can be downloaded from the link below ➡ https://lnkd.in/dgka6qGV
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The lack of robust tourism indicators has long hindered effective tourism planning in the Pacific. However, through the efforts of PSDI, significant strides are being made to overcome this challenge. By building capacity, standardising methodologies, facilitating collaboration, and implementing technology solutions, PSDI is helping Pacific countries develop evidence-based tourism policies that are sustainable and inclusive. #Tourism #Pacific #Sustainability #PSDI https://loom.ly/uoYWGZc
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Tourism does not only create jobs, but it also strengthens the local economy, it further contributes to local infrastructure development. As tourism is deemed one of the key magnets of economic development, it’s value chain comprises of various small and large key stakeholders from various industries i.e., accommodation establishments, transportation, and other tourism related services. However, the core focus of this post is to share the benefit tourism has had on the Eastern Cape through it’s tourist spending trends. A 3-year (2020 – 2022) trend analysis of the average tourist spend in the Eastern Cape is analysed as well as the top 10 international spenders. DM me for more insights. "The Adventure Province" #tourism #easterncape #eastlondon #tourismdevelopment #tourismresearch Coega Development Corporation Eastern Cape Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism MEC Mlungisi Mvoko
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🌍✈️ The Powerful Impacts of International Tourism on Global Economies 🌍✈️ International tourism is a vital player in the world's economy, bringing with it a plethora of benefits that can transform nations. Here are just a few key impacts: 1. Economic Growth: Tourism is a major source of revenue. It creates jobs, stimulates local businesses, and drives economic development. 2. Foreign Exchange Earnings: Countries earn significant foreign currency from tourist spending, which can enhance national revenue and boost trade balances. 3. Infrastructure Development: Increased tourism often leads to improved infrastructure, such as better roads, airports, and public transport systems that benefit both locals and visitors. 4. Cultural Exchange: Tourism promotes cross-cultural interactions, leading to a better understanding and appreciation of different cultures. 5. Sustainability Efforts: With more tourists visiting, there's often a greater focus on sustainable practices to protect natural resources and local cultures. 6. Community Development: Tourism can empower local communities by supporting local artisans, cuisine, and heritage sites, creating a more vibrant local culture. While tourism can provide substantial economic benefits, it’s crucial to manage it sustainably to mitigate potential negative impacts. 🌱 #InternationalTourism #EconomicGrowth #Travel #SustainableTourism #CulturalExchange #TourismIndustry #GlobalEconomy #linkedin
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Join the panel discussion by industry experts on the sidelines of Africa’s Travel Indaba tomorrow, 16 May 2024, as they unpack the theme: ‘Durban is on the move: Zooming in the City’s commitment to tourism development for tomorrow's traveller.’ The panel discussion will be held at Durban Tourism stand number DEC-1G50 at the Durban Exhibition Centre, from 7am-8am. It will be broadcast live on CNBC Africa, DStv channel 410. The aim of the panel discussion is to identify and unpack critical success factors in tourism. These are areas that improve the City’s competitiveness in the global market thus attracting visitors and investors. It also seeks to highlight the various tourism facets that contribute to the bigger Durban Tourism framework. In addition, it is to strengthen private and public sector ties to accelerate tourism development. #VisitDurban #DurbanHasMore | Invest Durban
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