US, April 1 -- Global travel is entering a historic growth phase-but without stronger leadership and stewardship, that growth could come at a cost.

Discover more VPN services for travelers Cultural immersion workshops Travel Guides & Travelogues Travel adapter kits That was the central message delivered by Gloria Guevara, President and CEO of the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), during a keynote presentation at the Destinations International 2026 CEO Summit in Newport Beach, California.

Addressing an audience of destination CEOs and senior tourism leaders, Guevara framed the next decade as both an unprecedented opportunity and a defining test for the industry.

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