San Casciano dei BagniItalySan Casciano dei BagniItalySan Casciano dei BagniItaly San Casciano dei Bagni Italy 2024 Contact Website: https://www.valdichianaliving.it/ San Casciano dei Bagni (SCDB), a charming municipality of around 1,600 residents, thrives on its rich thermal and historical heritage, positioning itself as a premier wellness destination in Europe. Renowned for its therapeutic thermal waters and…
Aínsa SPAIN Aínsa SPAIN Aínsa SPAIN AÍNSA SPAIN 2024 Contact Aínsa Sobrarbe Nestled in the picturesque Sobrarbe region of Huesca, Aínsa is a captivating village with a rich natural and cultural heritage, cherished by its residents. Home to around 2,297 people spread across 22 municipalities, Aínsa is defined by its historic charm, surrounded by the…
QuinuaPERUQuinuaPERUQuinuaPERU Quinua PERU 2024 Contact Quinua, Peru quinuabicentenario.pe Quinua, located in the province of Huamanga in the Ayacucho region, boasts a rich history that dates back to 550 AD, marked by the presence of the great Wari Empire. Recognized as the “Cradle of American Liberty,” Quinua is celebrated for its pivotal role in the Battle…
UN Tourism and the TUI Care Foundation invite artisans in rural destinations across Africa to apply to the Colourful Cultures small grants initiative. Applications can now be submitted for projects in Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, The Gambia, Tunisia, and Zambia UN Tourism and the TUI Care Foundation launch ‘Colourful Cultures’, a…
As part of its focus on rural development, UN Tourism has concluded an executive training session for sector leaders from across the Asia and the Pacific region. Held in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei (5-6 August 2024) the two-day titled ‘Practical Approach to Strategy and Product Development’ event brought together officials responsible for rural tourism strategy…
Xidi village, situated in the southern region of Anhui Province, China, falls within Yi County under the administration of Huangshan City. Renowned for its immaculate traditional architecture, a reflection of ancient culture, Xidi earned the UNESCO World Heritage Site designation in 2000 and was recognized as the Best Tourism Village (BTV) by UN Tourism in…
UN Tourism and TUI Care Foundation have solidified their ongoing partnership by signing an agreement at the UN Tourism headquarters in Madrid. The agreement focuses on empowering artists and artisans, particularly women and youth, in rural tourism destinations in Africa. With this new agreement, TUI Care Foundation becomes the first partner to support the pilot…
UN Tourism has unveiled its pioneering digital self-assessment tool designed to progress tourism development in rural areas. The UN Tourism Self-assessment Tool to Assist Rural Destinations, STAR, allows local public authorities in rural destinations to self-evaluate and measure their level of tourism development. It also provides tailored recommendations, benchmarking different destinations and generating valuable…
Over 260 villages from more than 60 countries representing the five regions of the world have put themselves forward for the 2024 edition of Best Tourism Villages by UN Tourism 2024. This marks the highest volume of applications ever received in the past four editions. Application Window Closes for Fourth Edition Applications for the fourth…
The report emphasizes the critical role of cooperation between these two organizations in bridging local and global efforts towards shared objectives. It showcases the potential of rural tourism to contribute to the resilience of regional and local communities, addressing challenges such as depopulation, inequality and limited access to basic services. Vasco Alves Cordeiro, President of…