UNESCO and Sudan’s Northern State have agreed to increase cooperation to protect vital archaeological sites. During a high-level meeting, officials discussed emergency conservation for the Gebel Barkal world heritage site and the future nomination of the Kerma site. The Governor confirmed new administrative measures to register all historical land. This partnership aims to safeguard Sudan’s cultural assets and support Dongola’s recent designation as the Capital of Tourism 2026.
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has launched six new bookable experiences as part of its "Special Happens..." series. The global collection includes unique adventures such as helicopter tours over the Great Wall of China and solar eclipse dinner parties in Morocco. These offerings are divided into four specific categories: After Dark, In the Wild, Around the Table and In the Spotlight, focusing on local culture and luxury service.
UN Tourism has taken a significant step toward modernising how the sector is tracked within the global economy. During the 57th session of the United Nations Statistical Commission, new standards were backed to better measure tourism's role in international trade and environmental sustainability. The move aims to provide governments and businesses with reliable, comparable data to guide future economic policy and green reporting.
Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts and Walkers Tours have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka. This agreement establishes a formal framework for hospitality and transport to support international athletes and Olympic officials. By aligning private sector expertise with the national sporting body, the partners aim to improve Sri Lanka's ability to host major tournaments and training camps.
UN Tourism has launched a new Road Map to prepare for the International Year of Sustainable and Resilient Tourism in 2027. This strategy follows a mandate from the United Nations General Assembly. The plan was recently welcomed by the Committee on Tourism and Sustainability during a summit in Madrid. The organisation aims to use the next three years to position the travel sector as a key driver for global development beyond the 2030 goals.
Marriott Bonvoy has been named the Official Hotel Supporter in North America for the FIFA World Cup 2026. This partnership marks the return of the tournament to the continent for the first time in over three decades. With hotels situated across the 16 host cities in Canada, Mexico and the United States, the group aims to be a central hub for travellers.
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