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Portfolios and Committees Highlights March 2026
Portfolios and Committees Highlights March 2026 Skål International Executive Board 2026. Below is a summary of the work undertaken by the Directors and their respective Committees…
Human Fraternity and the Power of Religious Tourism
Human Fraternity and the Power of Religious Tourism A Reflection for the International Day of Human Fraternity – 4 February Every year on 4 February, the world pauses to celebrate…
Shaping Tomorrow – Progress Report
Shaping Tomorrow – Progress Report In 2025, the Skål International Executive Board undertook an initiative to develop the Shaping Tomorrow strategy, aimed at creating a leaner…
Portfolios and Committees Highlights January 2026
Portfolios and Committees Highlights January 2026 Skål International Executive Board 2026. Below is a summary of the work undertaken by the Directors and their respective…
Skål International Committees 2026
Skål International Committees 2026 Composition of the Skål International 2026 Committees within the framework of the organisation's governance structure FINANCE COMMITTEE MEMBERS…
Skål International Elections 2025
Skål International Elections 2025 The results of the elections for the positions of Vice President/President-Elect, Directors, Auditors, and the distinction of Membre d’Honneur,…
The 84th Skål International World Congress in the heart of the Andes
The 84th Skål International World Congress in the heart of the Andes The 84th Skål International Annual World Congress was held from 25 to 30 September 2025 in the heart of the…
WTM London 2025 to host record-breaking Ministers’ Summit
WTM London 2025 to host record-breaking Ministers’ Summit World Travel Market London is set to welcome an unprecedented number of global tourism leaders at its 19th annual…
Skål International at IMEX America 2025
Skål International at IMEX America 2025 Skål International proudly participated in IMEX America 2025, held in Las Vegas, bringing together members and guests from around the world…
World Tourism Day 2025: Tourism and sustainable transformation
World Tourism Day 2025: Tourism and sustainable transformation Tourism is more than travel, it’s a force for positive change. On 27 September, World Tourism Day 2025, Skål…
Winners of the Skål International 2025 Sustainable Tourism Awards
Winners of the Skål International 2025 Sustainable Tourism Awards Corporate Social Responsibility Sustainable Tourism 26 September 2025 Skål International is pleased to announce…
Record participation for the Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards 2025
Record participation for the Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards 2025 Corporate Social Responsibility Skål International is delighted to announce that the 2025…
Unity and strengthening in Latin America: The Latin American Area Committee is born
Unity and strengthening in Latin America: The Latin American Area Committee is born In a significant step toward regional unity and growth, the Latin American Area Committee of…
Africa unleashed: where hospitality meets passion at WTM Africa
Africa unleashed: where hospitality meets passion at WTM Africa Get ready to be swept away by the vibrant energy of WTM Africa! Our Skål International South Africa team has…
Happy World Skål International Day!
Happy World Skål International Day! Today, April 28th, we celebrate the unity, strength, and rich diversity within the Skål International community. This special day brings…
Skål International at WTM Africa 2025
Skål International at WTM Africa 2025 Únete a nosotros en el Hall 1, Stand K24. Skål International is proud to continue our support and partnership with WTM Africa, which will be…
Call for entries to Skål International's Sustainable Tourism Awards 2025
Call for entries to Skål International's Sustainable Tourism Awards 2025 We are pleased to announce the 24th edition of the Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards,…
Skål International Committees 2025
Skål International Committees 2025 Composition of the Skål International 2025 Committees within the framework of the organisation's governance structure. COMMITTEES & MEMBERS…
Skål International Executive Board 2025
Skål International Executive Board 2025 3 February 2025 We are pleased to introduce the Skål International Executive Board 2025, elected during the 83nd Skål International World…
Skål International Auditors 2025
Skål International Auditors 2025 31 October 2024 We are pleased to announce the Auditors of Skål International for the year 2025. Their expertise and dedication will be crucial in…
Skål International Executive Board 2025
Skål International Executive Board 2025 31 October 2024 Your new Executive Board has been announced for 2025. Please see a list of the Directors and Deputy Directors for 2025. I…
Skål International at WTML 2024
Skål International at WTML 2024 30 September 2024 It is a pleasure to participate once again in World travel Market London, which will take place at ExCeL London from 5-7 November…
Skål International Elections Results 2024
Skål International Elections Results 2024 22 October 2024 We are pleased to present the results of the elections held during the 83rd Skål International World Congress, which took…
The 83rd Skål International Annual World Congress: A celebration of friendship and global tourism in Izmir, Türkiye
The 83rd Skål International Annual World Congress: A celebration of friendship and global tourism in Izmir, Türkiye 31 October 2024 The 83rd Skål International Annual World…
Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards winners announced at its 83rd World Congress in Izmir, Türkiye
Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards winners announced at its 83rd World Congress in Izmir, Türkiye Corporate Social Responsibility Sustainable Tourism 17 October 2024…
Skål International World Congress 2024 to be hosted in Izmir, Türkiye
Skål International World Congress 2024 to be hosted in Izmir, Türkiye 16 October 2023 Skål International is delighted to announce that its highly anticipated 83rd World Congress…
Building Bridges for Peace: Skål International supports World Tourism Day 2024
Building Bridges for Peace: Skål International supports World Tourism Day 2024 As we approach the 27th of September, Skål International is proud to join the celebration of World…
Skål International 2024 Sustainable Tourism Awards
Skål International 2024 Sustainable Tourism Awards Corporate Social Responsibility Skål International celebrates impressive success of its Sustainable Tourism Awards entries…
Skål International expresses its solidarity and support to Taiwan after the recent earthquake
Skål International expresses its solidarity and support to Taiwan after the recent earthquake It is with great sorrow that Skål International has received news of the devastating…
#SkalNetwork: Ramón Adillon, President of Skål International Madrid, representative of Skål International at WTTC
#SkalNetwork: Ramón Adillon, President of Skål International Madrid, representative of Skål International at WTTC Skål International's Executive Board has appointed the President…
The importance of the Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards
The importance of the Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards Sustainability is a crucial issue in today's world, and the Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards play…
Annual Portfolio Objectives Overview
Annual Portfolio Objectives Overview We are pleased to share a summary of the goals outlined for each portfolio for the year. PORTFOLIOS & OBJECTIVES PORTFOLIO: CONGRESS &…
Skål International Committees 2024
Skål International Committees 2024 Composition of the Skål International 2024 Committees within the framework of the organisation's new governance structure. skål international…
Executive Board kicks off 2024 in Málaga with a vision for unity
Executive Board kicks off 2024 in Málaga with a vision for unity The Executive Board of Skål International, comprising 12 directors under the leadership of President Cardenas and…
Buyer Opportunities at World Travel Market (WTM) Africa 2024
Buyer Opportunities at World Travel Market (WTM) Africa 2024 Unlock Africa’s tourism world under one roof. As the continent’s leading B2B inbound and outbound trade exhibition,…
83rd Skål International World Congress: İzmir
83rd Skål International World Congress: İzmir The 83rd Skål International World Congress, which will be held from 16 to 21 October 2024, will take place in the city of Izmir…
Skål International, a proud partner of World Travel Market Africa 2024
Skål International, a proud partner of World Travel Market Africa 2024 Skål International is proud to continue the support and partnership with World Travel Market Africa 2024,…
Skål International Executive Board 2024
Skål International Executive Board 2024 We are pleased to introduce the Skål International Executive Board 2024, elected during the 82nd Skål International World Congress, held in…
82nd Skål International World Congress Highlights, Recognitions and Awards
82nd Skål International World Congress Highlights, Recognitions and Awards The 82nd Skål International World Congress was held in Malaga, Spain, from 1 to 5 November 2023. It was…
Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards Winners 2023
Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards Winners 2023 Corporate Social Responsibility Sustainable Tourism 3 November 2023 Official announcement of the Skål International…
Skål International, ready to hold its World Congress and Annual General Assembly in the city of Málaga
Skål International, ready to hold its World Congress and Annual General Assembly in the city of Málaga The Skål International World Congress 2023 will be held in Málaga, Spain,…
Skål International creates an Aid Fund for Acapulco
Skål International creates an Aid Fund for Acapulco Skålleagues around the world unite to help Skål International Acapulco members affected by Hurricane Otis. Skål International…
Skål International is awarded by UNWTO for 30 years of Affiliate Membership
Skål International is awarded by UNWTO for 30 years of Affiliate Membership Skål International has received this recognition from Mr. Zurab Pololikashvili, UNTWO Secretary…
82nd Skål International World Congress Programme
82nd Skål International World Congress Programme We are pleased to announce the programme for the Skål International World Congress 2023, which will take place in Malaga from 1 to…
Skål Club of the Year 2022-2023 Award
Skål Club of the Year 2022-2023 Award With great pleasure we announce the three Clubs nominated to enter the 'Skål Club of the Year 2022-2023' Award Their remarkable…
Skål International 2023 Sustainable Tourism Awards
Skål International 2023 Sustainable Tourism Awards Corporate Social Responsibility Skål International celebrates record-breaking success of its Sustainable Tourism Awards Entries…
Skål International held a successful Mid-Year Meeting in Malaga, Spain
Skål International held a successful Mid-Year Meeting in Malaga, Spain Skål International, the world's largest organization of travel and tourism professionals, successfully held…
Skål International at WTM Africa 2023
Skål International at WTM Africa 2023 WTM Africa was back with a bang as 5000 people registered to be part of this exhibition to visit 600 exhibitors with 49 new countries…
Worldwide Skål International Recipe Book 2023
Worldwide Skål International Recipe Book 2023 'Worldwide Skål International Recipe Book 2023 ' Will your Club participate in this new project? We would like to collect local…
Skål International, proud partner of the first edition of World Travel Expo, Miami 2023
Skål International, proud partner of the first edition of World Travel Expo, Miami 2023 Trade Show Skål International, partner of the first edition of World Travel Expo, Miami…
Skål International Committees 2023
Skål International Committees 2023 The Skål International Committees have been working tirelessly since the beginning of the year to define their objectives for 2023. COMMITTEES…
Skål International Photography Contest 2023
Skål International Photography Contest 2023 Skål International Photography Contest 2023 Share your best images with your Skålleagues. Be ready! Are you ready to share your best…
Skål International at FITUR 2023
Skål International at FITUR 2023 FITUR Trade Show The Skål International stand at FITUR 2023, the International Tourism Trade Fair which took place from 19-22 January at IFEMA…
Türkiye Aid Fund
Türkiye Aid Fund 7 February 2023 The unprecedented devastation suffered in the southeastern part of Türkiye has prompted the Skål International Executive Committee to initiate an…
Skål International communications: Skål Now newsletter & Tourism Now magazine
Skål International communications: Skål Now newsletter & Tourism Now magazine Magazine Newsletter 2023 is a year of exciting challenges for Skål International and we all need to…
Skål International heading for a new era
Skål International heading for a new era With over 400 participants and 45 countries represented Skål International closed it 2022 World Congress and finalized elections for 2023…
Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards Winners 2022
Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards Winners 2022 Corporate Social Responsibility Sustainable Tourism 14 October 2022 Skål International presents the 2022 Sustainable…
Skål International World Congress 2022: Recognitions and Awards
Skål International World Congress 2022: Recognitions and Awards 15 October 2022 Skål International is delighted to share all the recognitions and awards presented during the…
Welcome to the Skål International Annual World Congress 2022
Welcome to the Skål International Annual World Congress 2022 Skål International World Congress 14 October 2022 Dear Fellow Skålleagues I am looking forward to hosting you at our…
Skål International Photography Contest
Skål International Photography Contest Skål International Photo Contest 2022: In December, Tourism Now magazine will showcase your photographic talents. Are you ready to share…
Skål International 2022 Sustainable Tourism Awards: Entrants & Jury
Skål International 2022 Sustainable Tourism Awards: Entrants & Jury Corporate Social Responsibility The Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards have been giving recognition…
Speech by Burcin Turkkan, President of Skål International, on the occasion of the 90th Anniversary of Skål International Paris
Speech by Burcin Turkkan, President of Skål International, on the occasion of the 90th Anniversary of Skål International Paris Paris, July 2, 2022 My Fellow Skålleagues, I am…
Skål International presents the Sustainable Tourism Awards 2022 prioritising sustainability as a key long-term global commitment
Skål International presents the Sustainable Tourism Awards 2022 prioritising sustainability as a key long-term global commitment Published: May 25, 2022. The World Tourism…
Skål International honored to participate in important Tourism Forum for the Mediterranean region
Skål International honored to participate in important Tourism Forum for the Mediterranean region Published: May 25, 2022. The Mediterranean Tourism Foundation (MTF) has honored…
Skål International World Congress 2022 in Croatia
Skål International World Congress 2022 in Croatia Skål International World Congress The Skål International World Congress 2022 will take place from 13-18 October 2022 in Rijeka -…
President Burcin Turkkan at the opening of North America Skål Congress (NASC) in Orlando
President Burcin Turkkan at the opening of North America Skål Congress (NASC) in Orlando President Burcin Turkkan addressed the opening of NASC in Orlando, Florida, which took…
Skål International Executive Board and International Council held their annual Mid-Year meeting
Skål International Executive Board and International Council held their annual Mid-Year meeting Skål International global leaders met in Torremolinos, Spain, to discuss and plan…
President Burcin Turkkan interviews Natalia Bóveda, Costa del Sol Destination
President Burcin Turkkan interviews Natalia Bóveda, Costa del Sol Destination Natalia Bóveda presented the Costa del Sol tourist destination during the Mid-Year meeting of Skål…
Skål International prioritizes Sustainability for Earth Day
Skål International prioritizes Sustainability for Earth Day Sustainability as a key commitment Burcin Turkkan, World President of Skål International, announced for Earth Day 2022…
Raising Skål International visibility and leadership
Raising Skål International visibility and leadership A goal to increase membership and their benefits. Identifying potential opportunities where our organization can elevate its…
Burcin Turkkan, President of Skål International, at Expo Turismo Internacional (Panama)
Burcin Turkkan, President of Skål International, at Expo Turismo Internacional (Panama) Burcin Turkkan attends Expo Turismo Internacional (Panama) The opening speech of the event…
Skål International forms Aid Committee for Ukrainian refugees
Skål International forms Aid Committee for Ukrainian refugees Joining efforts to assist the thousands of Ukrainian refugees, Skål International creates an emergency Aid account to…
Burcin Turkkan, President of Skål International, to give the opening speech at Expo Turismo Internacional (Panama)
Burcin Turkkan, President of Skål International, to give the opening speech at Expo Turismo Internacional (Panama) The Cámara de Comercio, Industrias y Agricultura de Panamá is…
Skål International stands in solidarity with refugees from Ukraine
Skål International stands in solidarity with refugees from Ukraine Corporate Social Responsibility Europe is in a situation unprecedented in recent decades. Large number of…
Skål International honors women's significant contributions to the Tourism industry worldwide
Skål International honors women's significant contributions to the Tourism industry worldwide It's a journey from 2002, when the first woman president was elected by Skål…
Skål International welcomes IATA leader to its membership
Skål International welcomes IATA leader to its membership President elect for IATA, Mr. Mehmet T. Nane, CEO of Pegasus Airlines is inducted as a new member of Skål International…
Skål International calls for diplomacy and peace for global tourism
Skål International calls for diplomacy and peace for global tourism Skål International, which is the world's broadest association of travel industry leaders with approximately…
90th anniversary celebration of Skål International Paris
90th anniversary celebration of Skål International Paris Skål International members are invited to attend the 90th anniversary celebration of Skål International Paris club number…
Skål International Committees 2022
Skål International Committees 2022 President Burcin Turkkan launched a series of committees earlier this year to work towards Skål International's 2022 objectives. These…
Skål International at FITUR 2022
Skål International at FITUR 2022 FITUR Skål International participated in the 2022 edition of FITUR , Madrid, held from 19-23 January. This edition, Skål International presented a…
Skål International 2022 Leadership
Skål International 2022 Leadership We are pleased to share with you Skål International's 2022 leadership team. The theme for the year is SKÅL 2022 – WE ARE STRONGER, TOGETHER AS…
Skål International Annual General Assembly: Elections and Awards
Skål International Annual General Assembly: Elections and Awards Skål International announces the results of the 2021 elections and Awards during its AGA held on 20 December 2021.…
Daniela Otero, Skål International CEO, member of the UNWTO Global Ethics Committee
Daniela Otero, Skål International CEO, member of the UNWTO Global Ethics Committee UNWTO Daniela Otero appointed member of the World Tourism Organization's Global Ethics…
Skål International participates at World Travel Market London 2021 (WTM)
Skål International participates at World Travel Market London 2021 (WTM) UNWTO WTM WTTC Skål International participates at World Travel Market London 2021 (WTM): UNWTO, World…
Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards Jury
Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards Jury Corporate Social Responsibility Sustainable Tourism The evaluation of the 2021 edition of the Skål International Sustainable…
Great success of entries for the 20th edition of the Sustainable Tourism Awards
Great success of entries for the 20th edition of the Sustainable Tourism Awards Corporate Social Responsibility Sustainable Tourism The 20th edition of the Sustainable Tourism…
Skål Sustainable Tourism Awards 2021
Skål Sustainable Tourism Awards 2021 Corporate Social Responsibility Sustainable Tourism Win a free year's subscription to the Biosphere Sustainable Lifestyle platform with the…
Skål International at FITUR 2021
Skål International at FITUR 2021 FITUR Important of Tourism Award UNWTO Skål International at FITUR 2021 FITUR begins: The strategic event for Tourism recovery FITUR , organised…
Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards 2021
Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards 2021 Corporate Social Responsibility Sustainable Tourism Skål International is proud to announce that the 2021 Sustainable Tourism…
Skål Month 2021 has started!
Skål Month 2021 has started! World Skål Day Skål Month 2021 has started! Are you ready to celebrate Skål Month with Skålleagues around the globe? While Celebrating Skål…
Skål International to win the World's Leading Tourism Association Award
Skål International to win the World's Leading Tourism Association Award Skål International to Win The World's Leading Tourism Association Award Uzakrota Global Travel Awards Has…
The Skål International Executive Board, with its new Leadership, takes over for 2021
The Skål International Executive Board, with its new Leadership, takes over for 2021 The 2021 Skål International Executive Board has met for the first time on a virtual meeting to…
Skal International, at IBTM World Virtual 2020
Skal International, at IBTM World Virtual 2020 IBTM Trade Show Skål International attends IBTM World Virtual Skål International, the only professional organisation promoting…
Skål International at TIS 2020, as Supporting Partner
Skål International at TIS 2020, as Supporting Partner Daniela Otero, CEO of Skål International, guest speaker at this international event on tourism innovation in Seville, Spain…
What can we change to lead a more sustainable lifestyle?
What can we change to lead a more sustainable lifestyle? Our world is challenged by increasing environmental, economic, social threads... But what can we change to lead a more…
Canadian elected as World President of Skål International
Canadian elected as World President of Skål International Thursday, October 22, 2020. In a global online election held Saturday, October 17th, during the Organization’s 81st…
Skål International presents 2020 Awards during its first virtual Annual General Assembly
Skål International presents 2020 Awards during its first virtual Annual General Assembly During the Annual General Assembly of Skål International, held for the first time in its…
Skål International holds its first virtual Annual General Assembly with great success
Skål International holds its first virtual Annual General Assembly with great success Skål International, the world's largest Travel and Tourism Organisation, held its 81st Annual…
Skål International presents the 2020 Sustainable Tourism Awards during its Annual General Assembly
Skål International presents the 2020 Sustainable Tourism Awards during its Annual General Assembly "The Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards are geared towards enhancing…
Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards 2020: Jury and Participants
Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards 2020: Jury and Participants Corporate Social Responsibility The challenging year the world is facing has not been an obstacle to the…
Success of the second Skål International webinar 'The future in the events organisation'
Success of the second Skål International webinar 'The future in the events organisation' COVID-19 Skål International held its second webinar for Tourism professionals 'The future…
Great success in the celebration of the webinar 'UNWTO COVID-19 Response'
Great success in the celebration of the webinar 'UNWTO COVID-19 Response' COVID-19 Mr. Manuel Butler, Executive Director of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO),…
Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards 2020
Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards 2020 Corporate Social Responsibility The Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards grant recognition to companies from the public…
These days in the Tourism sector there is just one topic
These days in the Tourism sector there is just one topic COVID-19 Our industry is facing one of the greatest threats ever seen T he COVID-19 pandemic has put the entire world in…
Skål International Rome COVID-19 survey: Today for tomorrow
Skål International Rome COVID-19 survey: Today for tomorrow COVID-19 Results of the survey made by Skål International Rome regarding the COVID-19 crisis The survey took place from…
Skål International Rome COVID-19 survey: Today for tomorrow
Skål International Rome COVID-19 survey: Today for tomorrow COVID-19 Results of the survey made by Skål International Rome regarding the COVID-19 crisis The survey took place from…
Skål International women receive international awards
Skål International women receive international awards Eight Skål International Women Receive International Awards at CONNECT Travel Conference. Kissimmee, Florida, USA. At the…
Skål International stands in solidarity with the victims of the Coronavirus
Skål International stands in solidarity with the victims of the Coronavirus Skål International announce several steps to assist Skål International's membership with the…
Our hearts break for our Skålleagues in Croatia
Our hearts break for our Skålleagues in Croatia Earthquake in the heart of Croatia Last Sunday 22nd March, the city of Zagreb in Croatia was hit by a 5.4 magnitude earthquake, the…
Executive Board support for the global COVID-19 situation
Executive Board support for the global COVID-19 situation Dear Skålleague, In this really tough time, I want to communicate the Executive Board’s support of you and our confidence…
COVID-19 Update
COVID-19 Update COVID-19 Updated Global Information For further information, visit our Resource Centre . resource centre As Skål International is closely monitoring the COVID-19…
COVID-19 Update
COVID-19 Update COVID-19 Updated Global Information For further information, visit our Resource Centre . resource centre As Skål International is closely monitoring the COVID-19…
ITB Berlin Cancelled
ITB Berlin Cancelled We have received formal notice that ITB Berlin will not take place in 2020. Due to the rapid spread of the new coronavirus (COVID-19) the Federal Ministry of…
Skål International stands in solidarity
Skål International stands in solidarity As the President of Skål International , which is the largest Organization of the World of Travel and Tourism Professionals, I wish to…
Skål International at MATKA Nordic Travel Fair
Skål International at MATKA Nordic Travel Fair MATKA Trade Show MATKA Nordic Travel Fair is the largest travel fair in northern Europe MATKA Nordic Travel Fair was held at…
UNWTO Affiliate Members Board meeting
UNWTO Affiliate Members Board meeting FITUR UNWTO Skål International CEO, Daniela Otero, participates at the UNWTO Affiliate Members Board meeting during FITUR 2020 in Madrid…
'Important of Tourism' Award 2020
'Important of Tourism' Award 2020 FITUR Important of Tourism Award Within the framework of FITUR 2020, Skål International Spain presents the award 'Important of Tourism' to the…
Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards 2019
Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards 2019 #STA2019 Sustainable Tourism The 18 th annual presentation of the Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards has taken place…
Skål International promotes Nepal as Destination of the Year 2020
Skål International promotes Nepal as Destination of the Year 2020 SIDY Nepal 2020 Lifetime Experiences Skål International signs a collaboration agreement with the Nepal Tourism…
Skål International CEO, elected to the new UNWTO Affiliate Members Board
Skål International CEO, elected to the new UNWTO Affiliate Members Board Daniela Otero will hold this position for the next two years UNWTO Just after the election process at the…
Portfolios and Committees Highlights March 2026
Dear Skålleagues, There are moments when the events unfolding around us remind us, with extraordinary force, of just how fragile and precious life truly is. Today, across…