World Tourism Day

Malaysia’s UNESCO World Heritage Wonders You Have to See

Explore Malaysia’s UNESCO World Heritage sites, from Kinabalu Park and Gunung Mulu caves to Melaka & George Town’s historic streets. Discover nature, history, and adventure in one unforgettable journey.

World Tourism Day 2025 in Malaysia: 10 reasons Melaka is the perfect host

Discover why Melaka, Malaysia, is the ideal host for World Tourism Day 2025. Explore its culture, heritage, and sustainable tourism initiatives that make it a global destination.

10 Hidden Gems in Malaysia To Explore on World Tourism Day 2025

Celebrate World Tourism Day 2025 by uncovering Malaysia’s hidden gems. From secret islands to misty highlands, discover 10 offbeat destinations that promise adventure, culture, and tranquility.

OPINION | India’s incredible, but not appealing enough for globe-trotters

The eve of World Tourism Day should trigger a conversation on why India draws in a paltry number of overseas tourists given its rich heritage. A travel writer focusing on India’s heritage monuments suggests a concrete set of measures to change this situation

Instagram-Worthy Malaysia: 7 Scenic Spots That Will Blow Your Mind

Discover 7 Instagram-worthy spots in Malaysia including Langkawi and Penang that promise stunning views, vibrant culture, and unforgettable photo moments.

World Tourism Day: 9 Destinations That Look Too Beautiful to Be Real

Celebrate World Tourism Day 2025 with 9 surreal destinations around the world. From Salar de Uyuni to Bora Bora, explore must-visit spots packed with natural beauty and adventure.

When and Why Do We Celebrate World Tourism Day?

Discover why World Tourism Day is celebrated and how this global event inspires travel, cultural exchange, and sustainable tourism around the world.

World Tourism Day 2025: Date, History, Theme and Significance

Celebrate World Tourism Day 2025 on September 27! Discover its history, significance, and this year’s theme, Tourism and Sustainable Transformation, while learning ways to travel responsibly and leave a positive impact on communities and the planet.

World Tourism Day 2024: Date, history, significance, celebrations, theme

The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) established World Tourism Day in 1980, marking the adoption of the UNWTO Statutes on September 27, 1970.

A Tale of Two Stupas: Kesariya and Borobudur - journey from glory to obscurity

Kesariya, in Bihar, is a semi-excavated Buddhist stupa with immense potential, akin to Indonesia’s Borobudur. Despite its historical significance and the Buddha's connections, it remains underfunded and overlooked, contrasting sharply with Borobudur’s thriving tourism and UNESCO status. India's untapped potential is worth pondering on World Tourism Day

World Tourism Day 2024: Date, Theme, History, and Significance

World Tourism Day, celebrated on September 27th each year, highlights the significance of tourism in fostering cultural understanding and promoting sustainable practices. In 2024, the theme focuses on the vital connection between tourism and world peace, urging travelers and industry stakeholders to embrace responsible tourism. With Georgia as the host country, this year's celebration showcases the rich cultural heritage and natural beauty of the region. Join the global community in recognizing the impact of tourism and its potential to create a more sustainable and harmonious world.

World Tourism Day 2023: How I made Santiniketan my home, now a UNESCO World Heritage site

Giving up city life for rural living. On World Tourism Day, September 27, and days after receiving the UNESCO World Heritage Site tag, here's how Santiniketan changed this Bengali man's relationship with Rabindranath Tagore, from rebelling against the 'Rabindrik' overkill to embracing it and building his own house in Tagore's abode of peace.

World Tourism Day 2023: 7 things to remember when traveling with a person with disability

On World Tourism Day, September 27, if your co-passenger is a person with disability, remember to make it an inclusive experience for everyone. These pointers to remember shall come in handy.

World Tourism Day 2023: 6 German cities for choicest beers this Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest has come to be associated with unfettered beer-drinking, street parties and having a good time. Munich and these other German cities have the best editions. On World Tourism Day, September 27, plan for a quick trip next month.

World Tourism Day 2023: Finland in a nutshell through its Pohjola Route, or northern route

On World Tourism Day, September 27, thinking of the 900-km Pohjola Route, which, with its various attributes and landscapes, is evocative of the whole country.

World Tourism Day: How you can save money booking air tickets on IRCTC

World Tourism Day 2023: To celebrate its Foundation Day and World Tourism Day on September 27, IRCTC has come up with an offer than can help air travellers save money on their flight tickets.

World Tourism Day 2023: 7 best weekend getaways near Kolkata

On World Tourism Day (September 27) and with less than a month for Durga Puja, our pick of getaways for those in Kolkata who are looking to get out of the city on the crowded Pujo weekend.

World Tourism Day 2023: When white storks conquered the ancient Moroccan fortress of Chellah, a UNESCO World Heritage site

On World Tourism Day, September 27, if visiting Morocco has been on your mind, and you're worried after the news of the recent earthquake there, visit Rabat, which remains untouched, and head to the Chellah Necropolis, part of Ancient Roman city and abandoned in 12th century, to say hello to its conquerer-residents, the European White Storks, among other wild creatures.

World Tourism Day 2023: Should you take a cruise holiday on your next Mediterranean trip?

While one often finds enough Indians on various cruise trips, the Cruise Lines Association revealed that just 201,000 Indians took a cruise vacation in 2022, compared to 11.9 million Americans. But the India numbers are growing. The key to picking your cruise holiday is pricing.