🛫 🇧🇷 Sparking meaningful discussions and building strong connections at the G20 in Brazil. 💬 Yesterday, we were proud to host our Public Private dialogue, uniting Government Ministers and Industry Leaders to tackle crucial challenges facing the Travel & Tourism sector. 🌎 Leaders explored the social contribution of Travel & Tourism and its unique role as an employer of women and youth and provider of jobs to under-represented groups. 👏 We're grateful to Ministério do Turismo for their warm welcome and to WTTC Members and representatives from VFS Global, Expedia Group, JTB Corp., Grupo Puntacana, & City Sightseeing Worldwide for championing the private sector’s voice. Together, we're fostering collaboration and making an impact. Explore WTTC at the G20 👉 https://bit.ly/4fYcDqs #G20Brazil #TravelandTourism #SustainableGrowth #WTTC
World Travel & Tourism Council
Travel Arrangements
WTTC works to raise awareness of Travel & Tourism as one of the world's largest sectors.
About us
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is the body which represents the Travel & Tourism private sector globally. Our Members consist of the CEOs of the world's Travel & Tourism companies and industry organisations engaging with the sector. Our priorities are Security & Travel Facilitation, Crisis Preparedness & Management, and Sustainable Growth.
- Website
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https://www.wttc.org
External link for World Travel & Tourism Council
- Industry
- Travel Arrangements
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- London
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1990
- Specialties
- The Authority on World Travel & Tourism, Travel, Tourism, Research, Economics, Private Sector, Government Policies, Economic Impact, COVID-19 Recovery, Travel & Tourism, Sustainability, and Crisis Preparedness
Locations
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Primary
65 Southwark Street
London, SE1 0HR, GB
Employees at World Travel & Tourism Council
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Bas Lemmens
President Hotelplanner.com EMEA and CEO Meetings.com, Keynote speaker/storyteller on travel and business
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Greg Schulze
Chief Commercial Officer at Expedia Group
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Liz Ortiguera
Managing Director and Sr Advisor @ World Travel & Tourism Council | Strategy Consultant | Stanford GSB | Former Scientist/Engineer
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Jamie Wortley
Vice President Communications at World Travel & Tourism Council
Updates
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⏪ Let's take a look back at an insightful G20 Tourism Ministerial in Brazil. 🌎🇧🇷 💬 WTTC were proud to host our Public-Private Dialogue with WTTC Members and Government Ministers. At the heart of the dialogue, we delved into the key matters of sustainability, education, and collaboration. 🏞 WTTC were honoured to attend the G20 Ministerial to represent the private sector where we emphasised the essential role of data-driven decision making in tackling our shared social and environmental challenges. Check out the highlights 👉 https://bit.ly/3B4h4QH #WTTC #G20Brazil #TravelAndTourism
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🛫🇯🇵 WTTC Interim SVP For Membership & Commercial, Managing Director for Asia Pacific & Senior Advisor to the CEO, Liz Ortiguera shared her insights into the future of tourism and how we can inspire the next generation on a Ministerial Panel at the Tourism Expo Japan. Key takeaways 👇 🏞 Young people are looking for tourism practices that emphasise sustainability. 👩💻Travel is no longer just analog. AI, virtual reality, and even the metaverse are reshaping the way we explore the world. 🧑💼The tourism industry offers a wealth of entrepreneurial potential for young innovators and leaders. 💼 Our mega-sector offers an expansive range of professional opportunities that go far beyond the frontline roles. #Tourismexpojapan #TEJ | JTB Corp. | Japan Airlines | Seibu Prince Hotels and Resorts | Hawai‘i Tourism Authority
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The countdown to the WTTC Global Summit is on! 🌏🇦🇺 In seven days time Travel & Tourism leaders from every corner of the the world will share their expert insights into the latest trends, greatest challenges and new opportunities facing the sector. Register now to access the Global Summit on demand 👉 https://bit.ly/4fHvvd8 #GSPerth #AncientLandNewPerspectives #WTTC #TravelAndTourism
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🎙🌎 Check out the latest episode of Brave Bold Brilliant ® podcast where WTTC President & CEO Julia Simpson and Jeannette Linfoot take us behind the scenes ahead of the upcoming WTTC Global Summit and introduce us to WTTC's latest platform, Together in Travel. Tune in and get inspired! 🎧 Apple Podcasts 👉 https://apple.co/3TG2lB0 Spotify 👉 https://spoti.fi/3PIso9s Built to empower small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the Travel & Tourism sector, Together in Travel serves as a knowledge hub, guiding them through the intricacies of the industry through bespoke resources, insights and opportunities. Register your interest today and be among the first to access exclusive content for SMEs in the Travel & Tourism sector. 👉 https://bit.ly/47IKekJ #TogetherInTravel #WTTC #TravelAndTourism
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Happy #WorldTourismDay fellow travellers! 🌎🛫🗺 This year we reflect on the harmony that travel brings, spanning borders and cultures, facilitating unity and understanding. Travel & Tourism has often been recognised for its ability to foster peace and security. World leaders from John F Kennedy to Bill Clinton to Tony Blair, have highlighted the importance of the sector, not only as an economic force, but also a force for good. Explore the relationship between tourism and peace 👉 https://bit.ly/3RZDhFa #TravelAndTourism #WTTC #WTD2024
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🌎 "I really believe it (Travel & Tourism) allows us to understand cultures & difference with more tolerance" - WTTC President & CEO, Julia Simpson Check out ITN Business' Transformational Travel which explores the positive advances revolutionising the sector 👉 https://bit.ly/3ZZ2xQT #TravelAndTourism #WTTC #TransformationalTravel
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Tourism 🤝 Peace 🌍🕊 As international travel continues to grow, the private sector’s role in promoting peaceful interactions, sustainable development and economic stability becomes increasingly significant. WTTC's Senior Vice President of Advocacy & Communications, Virginia Messina explored the private sector’s potential and responsibility and to leverage its strengths and capabilities to promote peace and stability through tourism at UN Tourism's #WorldTourismDay in Tbilisi, Georgia 🇬🇪 #WTD24 #TravelAndTourism
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Did you know?... 💭🌎 🇬🇧 In the UK, Travel & Tourism employs a higher proportion of both LGBTQ workers and those with no or low formal education than the national workforce on average. 💼 Our sector is set to create over 100 million new jobs within the next decade. By 2034, Travel & Tourism is set to employ 449 million people or more than 12% of the workforce. 🏞 While our sector already provides great opportunities for people from all walks of life, more needs to be done to achieve full diversity and equity. Explore the latest themes in Travel & Tourism 👉 https://bit.ly/3XkqRK2 #TravelAndTourism #DEIB #WTTC
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🛫🏞 Travel & Tourism plays a significant role in the global economy, representing 9.1% of the world’s GDP and providing one in every ten jobs globally by 2023. 👨💼👩💼 But it's not just about numbers; our sector empowers sustainable development, opening opportunities particularly for young and female workers and offers high-wage positions across developing nations. Delve into our report exploring the social trends in Travel & Tourism employment and the impacts of COVID-19 👉 https://bit.ly/3ZszJjl #TravelAndTourism #WTTC