Here’s how some industry players are recognising World Tourism Day
World Tourism Day may already be half-over, but don’t let that stop you from holding some last-minute celebrations.
UNWTO research shows international tourism is down 70 per cent, predicts rebound for end of 2021
New research from the UN has captured the damage to the travel industry caused by the global pandemic. However, that's n...
UN Secretary-General says tourism, one of the “wonders of the world”, must rebuild equitably
The UN has warned that the impacts of the pandemic on tourism are already placing conservation efforts in jeopardy.
“I’m so angry about this”: Truck driver runs over famous ruin
A truckie is being called a "moron" after driving over ancient ruins. Coincidentally, we also got called a moron when we...
World Heritage sites including Great Barrier Reef at risk
Half of the world's natural World Heritage sites, including the Great Barrier Reef, are at risk from harmful industrial ...
UN proposes airplane pollution standards
A UN panel has proposed greenhouse gas emissions standards for airliners and cargo planes beginning in 2020 for new airc...
Egypt plane crash prompts UN aviation safety review
The United Nations' security experts will review ways to better protect airports from terrorism following lax security c...
Website tracks flights in conflict zones
The United Nations are on the cusp of launching a website which issues warnings about risks to aircraft in conflict zone...
UN raises Cyclone Pam death toll
Twenty-four people have been confirmed dead days after a massive tropical cyclone lashed the Pacific island nation of Va...