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SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 7, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 7, 2024 – The importance of preserving heritage while also embracing innovation was highlighted as UN Tourism welcomed experts from all over the world to its Global Conference on Wine Tourism.

The 8th edition of the Conference marked a milestone for both Armenia and global wine tourism. With over 300 participants from more than 25 countries, the conference emphasized key areas that are essential for advancing the contribution of wine tourism to development and territorial cohesion, highlighting its potential to serve as a catalyst for both cultural preservation, job creation and economic growth.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 7, 2024 – The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has unveiled a new edition of its "Tourism Doing Business" investment guidelines, focusing on the tourism potential of Armenia. This publication serves as a guide for investors and tourism professionals seeking in-depth knowledge about Armenia's tourism sector, enabling them to make informed decisions.

"Tourism Doing Business - Investing in Armenia" highlights Armenia's unique cultural heritage, robust economic growth, and supportive business environment. It aims to attract international investment and showcase the opportunities available in the country's tourism sector.

Armenia: A Rising Tourism Destination

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 7, 2024 – The Committee on Tourism and Sustainability (CTS) of the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) recently convened for a two-day meeting in San José, Costa Rica. The meeting focused on addressing the global challenges of tourism and identifying pathways toward more sustainable, desirable, and resilient development within the sector.

The 19th meeting of the CTS brought together elected members from Africa, Asia and the Pacific, Europe, and the Americas, along with 140 leading policymakers and experts. The discussions centered on balancing growth and prosperity with inclusiveness and sustainability, particularly in light of the projected 35 billion domestic, same-day, and international visitors expected to travel annually by 2030.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – June 13, 2024 – BARCELONA, SPAIN – June 13, 2024 – The 121st session of the UN Tourism Executive Council convened in Barcelona, uniting global tourism leaders to address the industry's robust recovery and chart a course for sustainable growth and investment.

The council, comprised of representatives from 47 countries including 18 Ministers of Tourism, acknowledged the sector's significant rebound, citing UN Tourism data that revealed 285 million international tourist arrivals in the first quarter of 2024, a 20% increase compared to the same period in 2023. International tourism receipts also reached USD 1.5 trillion in 2023, signifying a strong return to pre-pandemic levels.

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