Tourism and Rural Development: A Policy Perspective.

Tourism has high potential to stimulate economic growth and social change in rural areas because it contributes to local economies, support other products value chains, distributes benefits across both seasonal and geographic grounds, and promotes the conservation of cultural and natural heritage. Through the UNWTO Tourism for Rural Development Programme, the Organization seeks to enhance these and other opportunities that tourism can bring to rural areas. To devise adequate actions and develop impactful initiatives, it is essential to have solid knowledge and data to help support and monitor the evolution of this important agenda.

15 Best Reasons You Must Visit Mayfield Lavender Farm: Your Complete Guide

Explore the enchanting Mayfield Lavender Farm, in Surrey's just an hour from London. Discover its vibrant lavender fields and unique attractions,

Exploring the Unique Charm of Mayfield Lavender Farm Nestled in the Surrey countryside, a stone’s throw away from London’s hustle, lies Mayfield Lavender Farm, a serene retreat that offers a stark contrast to urban life. This 25-acre organic farm welcomes visitors into a world of tranquility and natural beauty. As you step into the farm, you’re immediately struck by the stunning visual of…

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Hamnøy - Lofoten - Norway (by Umberto Salvagnin)

Antorno Lake - Italy (by Anna Jewels (@earthpeek))

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Nit dels ciris (Candle Night) in Vilafranca, Castelló, Valencian Country. Every year, in early August the village of Vilafranca celebrates this festival with more than 10,000 candles decorating the streets.

Vilafranca is located in Els Ports, a very rural area that is struggling with depopulation due to the lack of investment and, as a result, lack of opportunities for its inhabitants. Candle Night was created to shine a light of hope for the local population and to help make Vilafranca known in order to attract visitors and give economical opportunities to the area.

Photographer: Jaume Morera (jaumemore on Instagram).

The Manor House, Cotswolds / England (by Amanda).

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Central Zelenchuk Church, Lower Arkhyz, Russia

Learn how countries are supporting the SDG Agenda through rural tourism - Rural tourism and the SDGs.

Among 79 countries responding to the first survey of UNWTO member states on tourism and rural development, conducted in 2023, five SDGs emerged as the most popular when planning for or implementing rural tourism activities: SDG 8 ‘Decent work and economic growth’ is the most significant SDG for rural tourism, followed by SDG 1 ‘No poverty’, SDG 11 ‘Sustainable cities and communities’; SDG 5 ‘Gender equality’ and SDG 12 Responsible production and consumption.

At a policy level, tourism can serve as a powerful driver for achieving SDGs in rural areas.

"What do you think? If a man has a hundred sheep and one of them wanders away, will he not leave the ninety-nine on the hills and go to look for the one that wandered off? And if he finds it, truly I tell you, he is happier about that one sheep than about the ninety-nine that did not wander off. In the same way, your Father in heaven is not willing that any of these little ones should perish."

-Matthew 18:12-14

Photo: Scottish Highlands, UK

Reschensee - Italy (by Anna Jewels (@earthpeek))

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Series: Nature > Sun & Sky

Location: Lucknow, U.P., India

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Roxborough State Park - Colorado - USA (by Michael Levine-Clark)