The World Tourism Organization was originally developed by the International Union of Official Tourism Publicity Organizations. In 2003 10, it became a specialized agency of the United Nations. 158 full members and 6 associate members. Its purpose is to promote and develop tourism, making it conducive to economic development, international understanding, peace and prosperity. Headquartered in Madrid, Spain. Other international tourism organizations include:
1, World Federation of Travel Agency Associations: one of the largest non-governmental international tourism organizations. The official working languages of the association are English, Spanish and French.
2. World Association of Travel Agencies: an international tourism organization, founded in 1949.
3. International Association of Tourism Science Experts: Established in Rome on May 195 1, with its headquarters in Bern, Switzerland.
4. International Tourism Union: a joint organization of tourism associations, established in Geneva, Switzerland on 1898.
5. American Hotel and Motel Association: the largest and oldest professional organization in American hotel industry and related industries.
The significance of Tourism
1, tourism is also a way for people to choose fitness. The way of entertainment and health preservation is profound. Using tourism activities to adjust mentality, relieve depression and keep fit can be called tourism health preservation. There are many forms of tourism, such as visiting relatives, business travel, study travel, study tour and many other tours.
You can relax during the journey. Usually, people will have all kinds of disappointments in their own lives, but after joining nature, they will feel small by the magnificent scenery. And their own troubles are not worth mentioning. Most people's hearts will be suddenly enlightened and no longer worry.
3. Tourism is an entertaining activity to cultivate sentiment. People are in direct contact with nature and feel its rich connotation. People get good physical and mental exercise. Tourism can not only satisfy curiosity, increase knowledge and wisdom, but also enjoy good physical and mental health through various forms of activities.