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Rome to Host WTTC’s Global Summit 2025 This September – Image Credit WTTC
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is set to host its 25th Global Summit in Rome, Italy, this September. This marks a significant return to Europe after a six-year hiatus.
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is preparing for its 25th Global Summit, slated to take place in Rome, Italy, from September 28-30, 2025. This marks a significant return to Europe for the event following a six-year absence.
The WTTC has partnered with the Ministry of Tourism, the Italian National Tourist Board (ENIT), the Municipality of Rome, and the Lazio Region for this esteemed event. The summit will be held at the Auditorium Parco della Musica in Rome, a city recognized for its rich history and global appeal.
The WTTC’s Global Summit attracts industry pioneers, business leaders, and government representatives. It serves as a platform to discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the global Travel & Tourism sector.
The 2025 Global Summit is anticipated to be an exceptional event, with Rome’s historic backdrop adding to its allure. Key discussion topics will include digital transformation, regenerative tourism, investment strategies, and the growing role of technology in propelling the sector forward.
Julia Simpson, WTTC President & CEO, expressed her satisfaction in bringing the summit back to Europe and praised Rome as an ideal setting for the event. Daniela Santanchè, Italy’s Minister of Tourism, shared her enthusiasm and highlighted the summit’s importance in emphasizing tourism’s critical role in the global economy.
The Global Summit is renowned for featuring influential speakers who inspire change and shape global policies. The 2024 Summit in Perth, for instance, saw keynotes from John Kerry, the 68th U.S. Secretary of State, who addressed climate concerns and sustainable tourism, and conservationist Robert Irwin, who discussed wildlife conservation and the tourism sector’s responsibility in protecting natural habitats.
Past attendees have also had the privilege of hearing from prominent figures such as former U.S. Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton, former UK Prime Ministers Theresa May, David Cameron, and Tony Blair, and former United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon. Further details regarding the program and speaker line-up will be announced soon.
