On this World Tourism Day, Start to Plan Your Next Trip
World Tourism Day is celebrated on 27 September every year. The day has been celebrated since 1987 by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) to commemorate the first international tourism congress held in Paris in 1973.
World Tourism Day focuses on "Tourism and Digital Transformation" this year. The theme aims at emphasizing the role of digital technology in supporting sustainable tourism development and improving the quality of life for all.
According to UNWTO's report, the contribution of travel and tourism to global GDP is expected to rise by more than one percentage point annually over the next decade, reaching 8 percent by 2030. Travel and tourism will account for 10% of global GDP by 2030.
Start to plan your next trip.
The world is a big place, and many sites are worth visiting. If you are looking for inspiration, here are some ideas:
New York City
It's New York City, the big apple! The city that never sleeps, it's a paradise for people who love art and culture. The city has so much to offer its visitors, like museums, theatres and galleries, Broadway shows, music venues, and much more.
The best time to visit New York City is from May until October, as this city's off-season, and you can get better deals on airfare and hotel rates. However, it is still very busy in these months with tourists visiting the city worldwide.
The best way to explore New York City is by taking public transportation like subways or buses, which are very easy to use because there is always someone available who can help you with directions if you get lost. You can also rent bicycles to explore the city at your own pace.
Los Angeles
Los Angeles is the second-largest city in the United States and is a major hub for international tourism.
The city is famous for its Hollywood sign, originally established in 1923 to promote real estate development in the hills above Los Angeles. The character was originally supposed to read "Hollywoodland," but due to an error in construction, it ended up reading "Hollywood." The sign has been a landmark of Los Angeles ever since.
There are plenty of places to visit in Los Angeles. You can visit Venice Beach — home to Muscle Beach and plenty of street performers — and Santa Monica Pier (where you can watch pelicans dive for fish). If you're visiting during the winter months, you should also check out Pasadena's Tournament of Roses Parade and Rose Bowl Game, which are held annually on New Year's Day.
London
London is a city that has always been full of history and tradition. One of the most popular attractions in London is Buckingham Palace, which was built in 1703 by King George III as his private residence. Today, it serves as the official home of Queen Elizabeth II and her family members. Another great place to visit is Westminster Abbey, home to many famous people's tombs — including those of Sir Isaac Newton and Charles Darwin (buried next to each other). You should also check out St Paul's Cathedral, which was designed by Christopher and is a city that has always been full of history and tradition. One of the most popular attractions in London is Buckingham Palace, which was built in 1703 by King George III as his private residence. Today, it serves as the official home of Queen Elizabeth II and her family members. Another great place to visit is Westminster Abbey, home to many famous people's tombs — including those of Sir Isaac Newton and Charles Darwin (buried next to each other).
Conclusion
World Tourism Day is important to remember as it's always a good idea to plan vacations. After all, it's important to take time and be able to take a break from our regular schedules and enjoy life. The world is a big place filled with many different cultures and countries who often celebrate their events. And best of all, you can enjoy most of these events at no cost if you do some scouting ahead of time. There are plenty of free events to take advantage of during World Tourism Day, and it's always a good idea for families to plan vacations.
