Orientation Walk
A simple, guided walk around the official hotel area introducing essential shops and the route to the convention venue Meeting Place: The Convention’s Hospitality Desk in the lobby of Hotel Okura Meeting Time: 04:00 PM
Orientation Walk
A simple, guided walk around the official hotel area introducing essential shops and the route to the convention venue. Meeting Place: The Convention’s Hospitality Desk in the lobby of Hotel Okura
Orientation Walk
A simple, guided walk around the official hotel area introducing essential shops and the route to the convention venue.
Orientation Walk
A simple, guided walk around the official hotel area introducing essential shops and the route to the convention venue.
Orientation Walk
A simple, guided walk around the official hotel area introducing essential shops and the route to the convention venue.
From Human Connection to Collective Power – The Future of Guiding in a Digital Age
Tourist Guides know that the first moments with a group set the tone for everything that follows. The heart of guiding is not information, but human connection — presence, energy, and trust. Yet too often, guides are weighed down by admin, bureaucracy, and unfair conditions that drain the very energy needed to create memorable experiences. […]
Guiding with Values – UNESCO Normative Frameworks for Sustainable Tourism and Responsible Heritage Interpretation
Tourist guides are at the frontline of sustainable tourism. Through their daily interactions with visitors, they translate global values into lived experience and shape how heritage is understood, respected and transmitted. This keynote situates the work of tourist guides within UNESCO’s normative frameworks, highlighting how these instruments can support value-based heritage interpretation in the face […]
Surprise Performance & Welcoming Words
At 09:00 AM sharp the Host Committee will start with an opening act that you don’t want to miss! We won’t share more information so as not to ruin the surprise but let’s just say that you’ll experience a part of Japanese culture that not many get to see. This will be followed by welcoming […]
A “Guidebook to Japan”
Host Committee members will get on stage and introduce Japanese culture and customs – Everything you need to know to enjoy your stay in Japan!
KeyGuides Connect: Hands-on Tutorial and Helpdesk
Tourist Guides know that the first moments with a group set the tone for everything that follows. The heart of guiding is not information, but human connection — presence, energy, and trust. Yet too often, guides are weighed down by admin, bureaucracy, and unfair conditions that drain the very energy needed to create memorable experiences. […]
Gourmet and Food Tours
Gourmet and food tours offer a unique, immersive way to explore local culture, history, and gastronomy, making them ideal for fostering sustainable and responsible tourism. From savouring tropical smoothies in Rio to discovering hidden culinary gems in Paris, these experiences create lasting memories and deepen visitors’ connection to a destination. Led by knowledgeable guides, such […]
The Art of Arranging Flowers
I want to provide an opportunity to elevate your understanding of Japanese culture with an exclusive, hands-on experience in Ikebana, the dynamic Japanese art of flower arrangement celebrated by admirers worldwide. I will invite you to immerse yourself in the philosophy of the Sogetsu School, one of the three major foundational schools of Ikebana. Known […]
ChatGPT for Tourist Guides
In a world where digital tools are becoming travel companions, tourist guides must evolve. This dynamic workshop introduces ChatGPT not just as a technology, but as a new language — a language of creativity, adaptability, and smart storytelling. This hands-on session explores how AI can amplify your voice, elevate storytelling, and streamline your professional workflow. […]
The Evolution of Japan’s Inbound Guiding and Its Sustainable Future
I will speak about Japan’s guide qualification system, the current state of the inbound tourism industry—which is said to have revived after the pandemic—its various challenges, and the essential mindset that guides should convey in their guiding.
Sustainability of Kyushu Island: Move Japan Forward from Kyushu
During his tenure as Chairman of the Kyushu Economic Federation, Mr. Aso prioritised tourism and agriculture, recognising them as Kyushu’s key strengths. In his keynote speech, he will discuss some of the initiatives he implemented in these two areas. In terms of tourism, the idea behind the “Tour de Kyushu” was that holding cycling races in […]
WFTGA 2026 Convention Programme Finalised – Live Walkthrough & Sign-Up Guide
Dear friends! ❤️ Thank you to everyone who registered for the WFTGA 2026 Convention! We are excited to announce that the Main Convention Programme is now finalized. There are a variety of options of workshops, study tours, and city tours to choose from. To help you navigate your choices, we will hold a detailed walkthrough […]
Global Networking Forum 2026- Hosted By WFTGA Team Europe
WFTGA Global Networking Forum 2026 – Team Europe WFTGA is back with the Global Networking Forum 2026, starting with Team Europe. This inclusive online forum brings together professional guides and visitor-facing tourism professionals from around the world for deeper discussions, practical guidance, and meaningful connections. Open to all guiding and interpretation professionals, the forum offers […]
Opening Ceremony
Fukuoka’s Eastern Seashore
Meeting Point and time depend on your group which you will be informed about shortly. Fukuoka City’s eastern seashore is rooted in a rich blend of ancient Shinto tradition, historical significance, and sprawling nature along its sand bridge and adjacent islands. Surrounded by the ocean, this tour visits two sites that exemplify how this proximity […]
Roundtables
During the WFTGA International Convention in Japan, all participants are invited to take part in a series of moderated Global Round Tables, which will be held both on-site and online to ensure inclusive participation from our worldwide guiding community. Ten key themes—identified throughout the past year during the Global Networking Forums—will form the basis of […]
Association Journeys – Part 3
We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Association Journeys—a fantastic opportunity to connect, share, and learn from one another’s achievements! As you know, the biannual WFTGA meeting will take place in Fukuoka, Japan in February 2026, where we’ll gather to hear detailed reports from each of our national and local guide associations. However, to make this process even more […]
Association Journeys – Part 2
We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Association Journeys—a fantastic opportunity to connect, share, and learn from one another’s achievements! As you know, the biannual WFTGA meeting will take place in Fukuoka, Japan in February 2026, where we’ll gather to hear detailed reports from each of our national and local guide associations. However, to make this process even more […]
Association Journeys – Part 1
We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Association Journeys—a fantastic opportunity to connect, share, and learn from one another’s achievements! As you know, the biannual WFTGA meeting will take place in Fukuoka, Japan in February 2026, where we’ll gather to hear detailed reports from each of our national and local guide associations. However, to make this process even more […]
WFTGA Convention 2026 – Webinar 2 | Workshops, Keynote speeches, alternative Pre- and Post- Programmes
We’d like to extend an invitation to all of you, both registered participants and those still deciding, to join our second webinar on November 20th at 12:00 (noon) CET. During this session, we will share details about the alternative Pre- and Post-Programmes, walk through the day-by-day schedule, provide insights into the keynote speeches, workshops, and more. We […]
Area-Reps Meeting 4 | November 2025
Virtual Training Division Meeting- 6 Nov, 2025
WFTGA Partner Keyguides Connect – Invitation for Tourist Guide Associations
Explore how your association can use Keyguides Connect to: Provide visibility for your members Offer a new member benefit through the platform Manage your own landing page and member directory Collaborate directly with Keyguides to promote your standards and identity This session is tailored to association leaders and administrators who want to explore digital […]
WFTGA Partner: Keyguides Connect – Webinar Invitation for Individual Guides
Discover how you, as a professional guide, can use Keyguides Connect to: Present your skills and experiences through a strong profile Promote your own tours and guiding services Be found and booked directly by travellers and travel partners We will also share practical steps on how to set up your account and maximise your visibility […]
VIS #1 Observation and Description Exercise | Autumn 2022
The WFTGA Virtual Information Sessions are a series of interactive 90-minute Zoom sessions featuring training tasters and panel discussions. Open to all WFTGA members, these sessions provide opportunities for learning, sharing, and professional development. WFTGA Trainers are especially encouraged to attend as part of their Continuous Professional Development. Sessions are recorded for later viewing, and […]
VIS #2 Guiding VIPs | Autumn 2022
The WFTGA Virtual Information Sessions are a series of interactive 90-minute Zoom sessions featuring training tasters and panel discussions. Open to all WFTGA members, these sessions provide opportunities for learning, sharing, and professional development. WFTGA Trainers are especially encouraged to attend as part of their Continuous Professional Development. Sessions are recorded for later viewing, and […]
VIS #3 Heritage Interpretation | Autumn 2022
The WFTGA Virtual Information Sessions are a series of interactive 90-minute Zoom sessions featuring training tasters and panel discussions. Open to all WFTGA members, these sessions provide opportunities for learning, sharing, and professional development. WFTGA Trainers are especially encouraged to attend as part of their Continuous Professional Development. Sessions are recorded for later viewing, and […]
VIS #4 Sustainable Tourism | Autumn 2022
The WFTGA Virtual Information Sessions are a series of interactive 90-minute Zoom sessions featuring training tasters and panel discussions. Open to all WFTGA members, these sessions provide opportunities for learning, sharing, and professional development. WFTGA Trainers are especially encouraged to attend as part of their Continuous Professional Development. Sessions are recorded for later viewing, and […]
VIS #5 Wildlife Guiding | Autumn 2022
The WFTGA Virtual Information Sessions are a series of interactive 90-minute Zoom sessions featuring training tasters and panel discussions. Open to all WFTGA members, these sessions provide opportunities for learning, sharing, and professional development. WFTGA Trainers are especially encouraged to attend as part of their Continuous Professional Development. Sessions are recorded for later viewing, and […]
VIS #6 Objectivity in Guiding | Autumn 2022
The WFTGA Virtual Information Sessions are a series of interactive 90-minute Zoom sessions featuring training tasters and panel discussions. Open to all WFTGA members, these sessions provide opportunities for learning, sharing, and professional development. WFTGA Trainers are especially encouraged to attend as part of their Continuous Professional Development. Sessions are recorded for later viewing, and […]
VIS #7 Business Skills for Tourist Guides | Autumn 2022
The WFTGA Virtual Information Sessions are a series of interactive 90-minute Zoom sessions featuring training tasters and panel discussions. Open to all WFTGA members, these sessions provide opportunities for learning, sharing, and professional development. WFTGA Trainers are especially encouraged to attend as part of their Continuous Professional Development. Sessions are recorded for later viewing, and […]
VIS #8 TFA Sign Language | Autumn 2022
The WFTGA Virtual Information Sessions are a series of interactive 90-minute Zoom sessions featuring training tasters and panel discussions. Open to all WFTGA members, these sessions provide opportunities for learning, sharing, and professional development. WFTGA Trainers are especially encouraged to attend as part of their Continuous Professional Development. Sessions are recorded for later viewing, and […]
VIS #9 Changing Culinary TG Landscape | Autumn 2022
The WFTGA Virtual Information Sessions are a series of interactive 90-minute Zoom sessions featuring training tasters and panel discussions. Open to all WFTGA members, these sessions provide opportunities for learning, sharing, and professional development. WFTGA Trainers are especially encouraged to attend as part of their Continuous Professional Development. Sessions are recorded for later viewing, and […]
VIS #10 Cruise Guiding | Autumn 2022
The WFTGA Virtual Information Sessions are a series of interactive 90-minute Zoom sessions featuring training tasters and panel discussions. Open to all WFTGA members, these sessions provide opportunities for learning, sharing, and professional development. WFTGA Trainers are especially encouraged to attend as part of their Continuous Professional Development. Sessions are recorded for later viewing, and […]
VIS #11 Sharpen HI Skills Set | Autumn 2022
The WFTGA Virtual Information Sessions are a series of interactive 90-minute Zoom sessions featuring training tasters and panel discussions. Open to all WFTGA members, these sessions provide opportunities for learning, sharing, and professional development. WFTGA Trainers are especially encouraged to attend as part of their Continuous Professional Development. Sessions are recorded for later viewing, and […]
VIS #12 Tour Design | Autumn 2022
The WFTGA Virtual Information Sessions are a series of interactive 90-minute Zoom sessions featuring training tasters and panel discussions. Open to all WFTGA members, these sessions provide opportunities for learning, sharing, and professional development. WFTGA Trainers are especially encouraged to attend as part of their Continuous Professional Development. Sessions are recorded for later viewing, and […]
Virtual General Assembly – October 2025
Dear Members, Trainers and Colleagues, On behalf of the Executive Board (ExBo) of the World Federation of Tourist Guide Associations (WFTGA), I invite you to join our Extraordinary Virtual General Assembly, to be held online as an essential step towards ensuring the continued functionality and stability of our Federation. Over the past year, the ExBo […]
ExBo Meeting October 2025
ExBo Meeting September 2025
ExBo Meeting August 2025
ExBo Meeting July 2025
ExBo Meeting June 2025
ExBo Meeting May 2025
ExBo Meeting March 2025
ExBo Meeting February 2025
World Standards Day – Code of Guiding Practice
Shape our Standards based on the UN SDG hosted by the WFTGA Training Committee It has become a tradition for WFTGA to hold an event on this day and stand of for standards. This year, as part of the revision on the WFTGA Code of Guiding Practice, you will have your chance not only to […]