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Bidding for the Convention 2028

We are excited to announce that bidding for the WFTGA Convention 2028 is now open โ€“ with a completely redesigned process. We have learned from past experiences and created a clear, transparent, and supportive bidding framework, now outlined step-by-step on

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Convention 2026 participants

Call for Keynote Speakers & Workshop Facilitators

As we prepare for the WFTGA Convention 2026 in Fukuoka, Japan, we are looking for inspiring keynote speakers and experienced workshop leaders to contribute to our diverse and dynamic programme. This is a unique opportunity to share your expertise, inspire

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Convention 2026 | Optional Tours

we’re absolutely thrilled that preparations for the WFTGA Convention 2026 are well underway, and we wake up each morning to new registrations from all over the world! โค๏ธ This incredible demand brings some bittersweet news: The Pre-Programme is indeed sold-out.

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Convention 2026 Japan – Register now!

A huge thank you to so many of you who joined us live for the webinar introducing the 2026 Convention! We were truly delighted and overwhelmed to see people from all over the world connecting with us and each other.

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Convention 2026 | Newsletter #5

Dear colleagues, dear friends of the WFTGA, We hope our recent newsletter about the WFTGA Convention 2026 in Fukuoka, Japan, has sparked your excitement and anticipation for this very special gathering of our global guiding community. Today, we would like

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Calling Members to host WFTGA Training Courses

The World Federation of Tourist Guide Associations (WFTGA) is constitutionally committed to raising the global standards of professional tourist guiding through high-quality training and promotion of ethical practice worldwide. But we cannot do it alone. At our inaugural Trainer Convention

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Trainer Representative 2025 to 2027

WFTGA’s Training Committee proudly oversees the day-to-day training-related activities of our global network for professional tourist guides. The committee’s members hold distinct positions and perform specific, crucial tasks. A key role within the committee is the liaison between the entire

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Continuous Profession Development 20th May

Dimitria Papadopoulou (WFTGA Lead International Trainer) This workshop is part of our 2025 series of Continuous Professional Development ‘Stay Ahead, Stay Informed, Stay Inspired’ and will introduce tourist guides to the basic principles for successful communication when they are guiding

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Convention 2026 | NEWSLETTER 4

Hello everyone, this is Sam Takashima, Chairman of the Host Committee for the WFTGA 2026 Convention. As we prepare for the Fukuoka Convention scheduled for February 2026, the host organisation, K-iTG, has been holding intensive internal meetings and online discussions

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