
WTTC
WTTC is the body that puts a GDP number on travel — its Economic Impact Research frames how governments value the sector, and its summits set the global agenda. WTTC research, leadership statements and policy pushes all land here.
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AgencyWTTC brings together more than 100 global speakers for the WTTC’s Global Summit
WTTC) has unveiled the full programme for its 26th Global Summit in Valletta, Malta.
AgencyHainane joins the World Travel & Tourism Council as a Destination Partner
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is pleased to welcome the Department of Tourism, Culture, Radio, Television, and Sports of Hainan Province as a Destination Partner.
DestinationWTTC, JATA and Tourism Expo Japan join forces to drive Japan's global tourism growth
WTTC, JATA, and Tourism EXPO Japan have signed a landmark MOU to boost Japan's global tourism growth through innovation, collaboration, and knowledge exchange.
AgencyWTTC announces high profile speakers for 2026 Global Summit
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) announced two further high-profile speakers for its 26th Global Summit in Valletta, Malta, taking place between 7–9 October 2026.
AgencyUK tourist taxes could lead to fewer jobs in the sector & drive visitors and spending to competing destinations
The WTTC warns that uncapped overnight visitor levies in England could drive tourists to competing markets, costing the UK economy billions in lost spending.
DestinationJustin Trudeau as headline speaker for Malta Global Summit
WTTC announced that Right Honourable Justin Trudeau, the former Prime Minister of Canada, will be a headline speaker at its 26th Global Summit taking place between 7–9 October 2026.
LatestWTTC to host more than 200 leaders in Malta for landmark global summit
WTTC is set to bring more than 200 of the world’s leading Travel & Tourism CEOs and senior executives to Malta next month
DestinationMalta Tourism Authority joins the WTTC as a Destination Partner
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is pleased to welcome the Malta Tourism Authority as a Destination Partner.
DestinationSouthern Europe dominates the summer travel season
According to WTTC data, Europe captured one-third of global leisure travel spending in 2025, with Southern European destinations leading the summer travel surge.
DestinationThe Egyptian Tourism Authority joins the WTTC as a destination partner
WTTC welcomes the Egyptian Tourism Authority (ETA) as a Destination Partner, strengthening collaboration with one of the world’s leading tourism destinations.
AgencyWorld Governments Summit, WTTC partner to shape future of travel & tourism
The WTTC and World Governments Summit have signed a landmark MoU to enhance public-private collaboration, driving sustainable growth and innovation in global tourism.
LatestMiddle East travel & tourism faces temporary headwinds but remains the world's strongest long-term growth story
A new WTTC report projects a temporary 14.5% decline in Middle East tourism GDP for 2026, but forecasts the region to become the world's fastest-growing market by 2036.
LatestOver $1 Trillion investment in travel & tourism signals a vote of confidence in the sector's future
A new WTTC report reveals global Travel & Tourism investment exceeded $1 trillion in 2025, driven by major markets like the US, China, India, and Saudi Arabia.
LatestWTTC unveils seven principles to help destinations turn tourism growth into shared prosperity
The WTTC has released a new policy brief outlining seven principles to help destinations manage tourism growth and create lasting value for local communities.

WTTC and ICC Unite to strengthen the voice and growth of millions of travel & tourism SMEs
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WTTC brings together more than 100 global speakers for the WTTC’s Global Summit
6d ago
Hainane joins the World Travel & Tourism Council as a Destination Partner
Sep 30
WTTC, JATA and Tourism Expo Japan join forces to drive Japan's global tourism growth
Sep 25
WTTC announces high profile speakers for 2026 Global Summit
Sep 15
UK tourist taxes could lead to fewer jobs in the sector & drive visitors and spending to competing destinations
Sep 14
Justin Trudeau as headline speaker for Malta Global Summit
Sep 10
WTTC to host more than 200 leaders in Malta for landmark global summit
Sep 3
Malta Tourism Authority joins the WTTC as a Destination Partner
Aug 26
Southern Europe dominates the summer travel season
Aug 19
The Egyptian Tourism Authority joins the WTTC as a destination partner
Aug 14
World Governments Summit, WTTC partner to shape future of travel & tourism
Aug 13
Middle East travel & tourism faces temporary headwinds but remains the world's strongest long-term growth story
Aug 7
Over $1 Trillion investment in travel & tourism signals a vote of confidence in the sector's future
Aug 6