Forests play a crucial role in tourism, attracting many millions of visitors each year and contributing significantly to local economies. They cover over 30% of the global land area, providing endless recreational opportunities. Recognising the value of forests in the development of sustainable tourism, the TUI Care Foundation is expanding its forest projects in Gran Canaria, Zanzibar, and Kenya. These initiatives are part of the Foundation’s commitment to developing sustainable tourism solutions that benefit both the environment and local communities.

Dubai’s Museum of the Future (MOTF), the flagship project by Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), announces their groundbreaking participation at SXSW®. The five-day immersive experience, which will take place from March 7 to 11, is centered around collectively imagining, inspiring, and designing the future. The extensive programming includes 20 curated experiences and will take place at Dubai’s official SXSW headquarters, the Museum of the Future House, located at Third Street and Congress Avenue in Austin, TX. It will offer SXSW attendees a window into the world-class city of Dubai.

Mytheresa, the leading luxury digital platform, partners with Bemelmans Bar, a storied New York icon within The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel. This winter, for the first time, Bemelmans Bar steps beyond the Upper East Side, bringing its legendary allure to Aspen with an immersive experience that celebrates the art of entertaining. Guests can expect signature martinis, live piano featuring classics from the American Songbook, and Mytheresa’s edit of extraordinary style. The experience will run daily from February 14 through March 2, 2025, from 3 PM to 9 PM.

The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) is pleased to announce that registration is now open for the 43rd annual Caribbean Travel Marketplace (CTM), set to take place in Antigua and Barbuda from May 18-22, 2025. This marks the first time the twin-island nation will host the region’s premier business-to-business tourism event, bringing together global buyers and regional suppliers to forge new business connections and position the Caribbean on the global stage.