- UNWTO is United Nations agency responsible for promotion of responsible, sustainable and universally accessible tourism.
- It is leading international organization in field of tourism.
- It promotes tourism as driver of economic growth, inclusive development and environmental sustainability.
- It offers leadership and support to sector in advancing knowledge and tourism policies worldwide.
- It is headquartered in Madrid, Spain.
- Its membership includes 156 countries, 6 territories and over 500 affiliate members