World Tourism Day 2020

Tourism has become a significant source of revenue across the globe. With the continued growth and more profound diversification, it has become the fastest-growing industry results in socio-economic progress for the countries. However, amid coronavirus pandemic and the resultant lockdowns have brought the tour and travel to a halt. It is one of the worst-hit industries. All the countries have closed their boundaries for an indefinite period. However, traveling lovers do not need to lose hope. With new international travel advisory, you can resume travel soon. In the meantime, read about World Tourism Day and where it is celebrated this year?

What is World Tourism Day?

World Tourism Day is celebrated every year by on September 27 by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) since 1980. In 1970, on this day, the Statutes of the UNWTO were adopted. Moreover, the UNWTO chose this date because it believes this date comes at the end of the high tourist season in the northern hemisphere and starting the tourist season in the southern hemisphere. This day aims to raise awareness about the importance of tourism and to focus on the fact that traveling has a significant social, cultural, political, and economic effect on the citizens of the countries.

How is it Celebrated?

Each year UNWTO comes with a different theme to celebrate this day. The UNWTO Secretary-General conveys the message to the general public to mark the occasion and selected one country as the host country. The host country takes the initiative to organize several events, activities, festivities, etc. in association with several tours and travel companies internationally and government agencies. Tourism companies also offer free entries, discounts, or special offers to promote tourism. Tourism business representatives from different countries join the celebration and make public announcements related to tourism.  

World Tourism Day

In 2020,  the sudden fall in tourism revenues created a risk for the tourism sector and left people jobless. So, to cope with this tourism crisis, countries have to rethink the future of the tourism sector.  So, it will have the sustainable social, cultural, political, and economic growth. Tourism help once again brings people together with the same trust and global cooperation. As far as World Tourism Day 2020 is concerned, it will organize in Djibouti and Addis Ababa. The theme is Tourism: Building Peace! Fostering Knowledge!

It will highlight the significance of tourism for global development and cultural enlightenment. 

Importance of International Travel Insurance 

On the occasion of World Tourism Day, we would like to throw some light on the importance of international travel insurance. Traveling always comes with an exotic experience, but at the same time, it gives surprises as well. Therefore, its always advisable to stay safe and protected with international travel insurance. We, at Care Health Insurance, offer overseas travel insurance that covers medical and non-medical travel risks. You can also get assistance in case of emergencies like loss of passport, loss of baggage, and even reimbursement for trip cancellation. So, secure yourself now and make plans to fly high in the foreign sky soon.

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