Closing Message and Looking Ahead to Peru

Dear colleagues, dear friends, These days in Japan have been intense, vibrant and deeply inspiring. We have discussed, learned and laughed. We have stood together in the crowds before the golden pagoda, and we have shared quiet moments of reflection. Perhaps that is the most beautiful image of this Convention. We were on a journey […]

Next Steps Following the Bidder Presentations

Dear Participants, What inspiring presentations we enjoyed yesterday – the visual material shared by the bidders truly brought their visions to life. Thank you all for your engagement and the many thoughtful follow-up questions we have since received. We would therefore like to clarify the next steps in the process.   Decision-Making Process The final […]

Invitation to the WFTGA Online Global Round Tables

Dear online Participants:   As part of the WFTGA International Convention in Japan, we are pleased to warmly invite all online participants to take in a series of moderated Global Round Tables held online. This format ensures inclusive participation from our worldwide guiding community, regardless of location. 🗓 Tuesday, 10 February ⏰ 17:00–18:30 (exceptionally Vienna […]

The Opening of the WFTGA Convention 2026 is About to Begin

Dear colleagues, The opening of the WFTGA Convention 2026 is about to begin. We wish all participants travelling to the Convention Centre a safe and pleasant journey. You are also very welcome to join us online via Zoom or YouTube. See you shortly. Kind regards Sebastian Frankenberger President of World Federation of Tourist Guide Associations […]

Links for virtual participation

Dear Convention Participants, Whether you’re joining us in Fukuoka or participating virtually, this Convention brings together our global community of professional tourist guides. To everyone who registered – including those who may have needed to cancel at short notice or found themselves unable to travel to Japan – you remain an essential part of this […]