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UNESCO-backed initiative launches webinar series on sustainable tourism in ASEAN waterside cities
UNESCO and its esteemed partners, DASTA, ASEAN-Türkiye Cooperation, K11, CRIHAP, ONYX Hospitality Group, The City Connext, and BConsulting Cambodia, are delighted to unveil a networking project that aims at bolstering community-based tourism in the waterway cities of the ASEAN region. This project leverages UNESCO's international network to foster meaningful dialogues on sustainable tourism.
A series of webinars and an immersive workshop are crafted to enrich travel enterprises and professionals, especially those deeply rooted in community-based tourism within ASEAN. A central feature of this initiative is a focused workshop in the serene Old City of Nan, Thailand, welcoming participants from Cambodia, Lao PDR, and Thailand.
Our Common Goal
This endeavor is set to cultivate a deeper understanding and application of sustainable tourism, intertwined with the rich tapestry of intangible cultural heritage and the UNESCO Creative Cities Network. Our vision is to support local communities and promote sustainable tourism practices that also contribute to local economic development.
Your Invitation to Connect and Grow
Webinar 2 | 3 February 2024: Sustainable Gastronomical Experience in UNESCO Locales
(Coinciding with an immersive workshop in Thailand’s vibrant Bangkok and Nan Old City, 3–7 February 2024)
We warmly invite tourism professionals from ASEAN nations to partake in these insightful discussions by registering for each webinar at or scan the below QR code.
For the specialized workshop, applicants from Cambodia, Lao PDR, and Thailand can apply until 15 December 2023 at . Selected participants will be announced on UNESCO Bangkok's website on 20 December 2023. UNESCO will generously cover travel expenses, double-occupancy accommodation, and meals from 3–8 February 2024 for all selected participants.
This project is more than an initiative; it's a gathering of minds and passions committed to sculpting a tourism industry that is as nurturing to the local communities as it is enriching for travelers. For further information, please follow our updates on the website of the UNESCO Regional Office in Bangkok.
For press inquiries or further details:
Please contact City Connext
- Anawit Jitmana +66-65-895-6323
- Thatsanavanh Banchong +66-87-706-5030
- Email address: cityconnext(at)gmail.com
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