WTTC Alerts Tourism Risk from Europe’s New Border Delays
The WTTC warns that the EU’s new Entry-Exit System is causing significant border delays which may threaten up to 41 million visitor arrivals. These hold-ups at European border controls could last for up to two years.
WTTC Highlights Biometrics and Digital Identity as Key 2026 Travel Priorities
The World Travel & Tourism Council has placed biometrics and digital identity technologies at the forefront of its 2026 agenda, aiming to improve security and streamline border crossings worldwide.
WTTC Defines Eight Strategic Tourism Priorities for 2026
The WTTC Executive Council has set eight strategic priorities for 2026 to address major challenges in global tourism. These priorities aim to guide sustainable and innovative growth.
WTTC prioritizes biometrics and digital identity for travel
The WTTC has placed biometrics and digital identity technologies at the heart of its 2026 travel technology strategy. This aims to improve traveler identification and processing efficiency.
Barbados to Host Caribbean Travel Marketplace in 2027
Barbados has been officially selected to host the Caribbean Travel Marketplace in 2027. This important regional tourism event supports collaboration among Caribbean travel industry participants.
WTTC Sets Eight Key Tourism Priorities for 2026
The WTTC Executive Council has defined eight strategic priorities focused on tackling key challenges in the global tourism industry for 2026. These initiatives aim to support the sector's response to evolving issues.
WTTC Global Summit in Valletta, Malta Set for October 2026
The WTTC Global Tourism Summit is planned for October 7-9, 2026, in Valletta, Malta. The event will assemble international tourism leaders to discuss sector advancements.
Port Arthur CVB Receives Travel Journalists Association Award
The Port Arthur Convention & Visitors Bureau has been awarded by the Travel Journalists Association for outstanding travel marketing. This accolade recognizes the bureau’s effective promotion of Port Arthur.
WTTC Focuses on Biometrics and Digital Identity for Travel in 2026
The World Travel & Tourism Council has highlighted biometrics and digital identity as key technologies for travel in 2026, targeting enhanced security and streamlined processes.
WTTC Warns Europe Border System Delays Threaten 41 Million Visitors
The World Travel and Tourism Council warns that delays caused by Europe's new Entry-Exit System could risk up to 41 million visitor arrivals in 2026. Travelers should anticipate possible longer processing times at EU borders.
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