Join cities, states and nations worldwide in this special one-day recognition of the power of travel!

A first-time promotion for TIA, World Tourism Day is an outstanding opportunity to educate policymakers and community leaders, and create special events celebrating travel and tourism in your home base.

"Tourism Enriches" is this year's global theme. Click on the tips and tools below and in the right column to help you get started. Share the message of tourism's positive impact in local communities and throughout the United States.

Click here for a flyer outlining the positive impacts of tourism, such as economic benefits, increased international understanding, rural jobs, environmental protection, etc.

For more information, visit the World Tourism Organization's site at http://www.unwto.org/newsroom/campaign/menu.htm

World Tourism Day is sanctioned by the World Tourism Organization (WTO), a specialized agency of the United Nations.