The Gozo Tourism Association was set up during a general meeting held for tourism stakeholders in Gozo on the 11th February 1999.

The main objectives of the Gozo Tourism Association as spelled out in its statute are:

• To unite all persons, companies, partnerships or associations operating in the tourism industry in Gozo
• To promote Gozo as an all year round distinct tourist destination.
• To secure, foster and promote the fullest co-operation and affecting the tourist industry.
• To protect and promote the interest of the members of the Association.

The Association incorporates all sectors in the tourism industry including Hotels, Guest houses, Aparthotels, Holiday Complexes, Restaurants, Bars, Pubs Cafeterias, Confectioneries, Diving Centres, DMC’s Tour Operators, Travel Agents, Handling Agents, Language Schools, Car Hire, Mini Buses, Coaches (Unscheduled), Taxis, Ferry and Air Transport, Museums, Audio/Visual Shows, Excursion Organizers, Pleasure Boats, Craft Manufacture, Souvenir Shops, Night Clubs and other sectors related to or have direct interest in tourism.

The Association is governed by a Council formed from fourteen members elected during the Annual General Meeting. The business of the Association is conduced by the Executive Council while the running of the Gozo Tourism Association’s Office is administered by a chief executive officer.