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\"UN<\/a>Cartagena de Indias, Colombia, November 21, 2024 \/ TRAVELINDEX \/ Rural destinations consolidate their position as key players in sustainable tourism and community development as UN Tourism announces its Best Tourism Villages 2024. From Caviahue-Copahue in Argentina to Tra Que Vegetable Village in Viet Nam, discover the 55 new Best Tourism Villages by UN Tourism<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Rural destinations consolidate their position as key players in sustainable tourism and community development as UN Tourism announces its Best Tourism Villages 2024.<\/p>\n

In this fourth edition, 55 villages from all regions received the recognition, chosen from over 260 applications from more than 60 UN Tourism Member States. Another 20 villages were chosen to join the Upgrade Programme.<\/p>\n

The Best Tourism Villages initiative not only recognizes the remarkable achievements of these villages but also highlights the transformative power of tourism<\/p>\n

\u201cTourism is a vital tool for inclusion, empowering rural communities to protect and value their rich cultural heritage while driving sustainable development,\u201d said UN Tourism Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili. \u201cThe Best Tourism Villages initiative not only recognizes the remarkable achievements of these villages but also highlights the transformative power of tourism. By leveraging their unique assets, these communities can foster economic growth, promote local traditions, and enhance the quality of life for their residents. We celebrate the villages that have embraced tourism as a pathway to empowerment and community well-being, demonstrating that sustainable practices can lead to a brighter future for all.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Best Tourism Villages by UN Tourism initiative was launched in 2021 to advance tourism\u2019s role in rural areas, preserving landscapes, cultural diversity, local values, and culinary traditions. The Best Tourism Villages (BTV) Network grows every year, and with the announcement of its 75 new members, 254 villages are now part of the largest community of rural destinations in the world.<\/p>\n

Uniting Rural Destinations for Sustainable Development<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The Best Tourism Villages initiative is part of the UN Tourism for Rural Development Programme. The Programme works to foster development and inclusion in rural areas, combat depopulation, advance innovation and value chain integration through tourism, and encourage sustainable practices.<\/p>\n

As in previous editions, the villages were evaluated under nine key areas:<\/p>\n

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  1. Cultural and Natural Resources<\/li>\n
  2. Promotion and Conservation of Cultural Resources<\/li>\n
  3. Economic Sustainability<\/li>\n
  4. Social Sustainability<\/li>\n
  5. Environmental Sustainability<\/li>\n
  6. Tourism Development and Value Chain Integration<\/li>\n
  7. Governance and Prioritization of Tourism<\/li>\n
  8. Infrastructure and Connectivity<\/li>\n
  9. Health, Safety, and Security<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    The initiative comprises three pillars:<\/p>\n