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WTM Team

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September 27, 2023September 27, 2023

WTM London Highlights Importance of Sustainability to mark World Tourism Day

Press Releases, WTM London

The organisers of WTM London 2023 – the world’s most influential travel & tourism event – are celebrating World Tourism Day by shining a spotlight on sustainability in the sector. ... Read more

September 26, 2023September 26, 2023

Karisma Hotels & Resorts Partners with Autism Double-Checked to Launch Autism Concierge

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2023

Karisma Hotels & Resorts, in partnership with Autism Double-Checked, is pleased to announce the introduction of the world’s first-ever Autism Concierge. The service provides a dedicated contact for all autism-related ... Read more

September 26, 2023September 26, 2023

“Colombia, The Country of Beauty”: The Latin American Country’s New International Promotional Message

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2023

 “Colombia, the Country of Beauty” is the new message that will be used to internationally promote the natural, cultural, and historical attractions that make this country a unique business and ... Read more

September 26, 2023September 26, 2023

WTM London Showcases Diversity Initiatives to mark National Inclusion Week

Press Releases, WTM London

World Travel Market London 2023, the world’s most influential travel & tourism event, is showcasing its diversity and inclusion credentials to mark National Inclusion Week (September 25-October 1). Founded by ... Read more

September 22, 2023September 22, 2023

Greece Showcases Sustainability at WTM London 2023

Press Releases, WTM London

Greece will again have a high profile at World Travel Market London (November 6-8, 2023) – the world’s most influential travel & tourism event – as the destination will showcase ... Read more

September 14, 2023September 22, 2023

New Exhibitors Sign Up to WTM London 2023

Press Releases, WTM London

World Travel Market London 2023, the world’s most influential travel & tourism event, has signed up more than 14% new exhibitors, ranging from household names to specialist firms and niche ... Read more

July 3, 2023August 30, 2023

Morocco has been announced as Premier Partner of WTM London 2023

Press Releases, WTM London

The partnership with World Travel Market, 6-8th November, will turn the spotlight on Morocco. The Premier Partnership announcement comes as Morocco experiences growth in its tourism activity, aiming to double ... Read more

November 10, 2022November 11, 2022

UNWTO initiative puts women at Centre Stage of Covid recovery

Press Releases, WTM London

A United Nations-led initiative to empower women in tourism in the aftermath of Covid has been hailed a success and is to be rolled out as a blue-print across the ... Read more

November 10, 2022November 11, 2022

Space flight technology is ‘the only way to get to net zero’

Press Releases, WTM London

Mass space tourism is still not yet on the horizon – but the billionaires investing in space travel are helping the planet to tackle the climate crisis.  That was the ... Read more

November 10, 2022November 11, 2022

Travel marketing ‘must be more diverse and inclusive’

Press Releases, WTM London

Marketing experts have called on the travel industry to make its advertising more diverse and inclusive – and employ a broader range of staff.  Carol Hay, Founder of consultancy McKenzie ... Read more

November 10, 2022November 11, 2022

Engineering a way to attract tech talent into travel’s hybrid workplace future

Press Releases, WTM London

The second day of technology-based sessions at WTM London looked at how the demand for developers, engineers and data scientists is prompting travel sellers and system providers to reassess how ... Read more

November 10, 2022November 11, 2022

Customers will expect sustainability credentials ‘as a given’

Press Releases, WTM London

Tour operators need to step up and make a positive impact with their holidays if they want future customers to continue booking with them, says the boss of G Adventures.  ... Read more

November 10, 2022November 11, 2022

Youngest-ever Dragon, Steven Bartlett, shares the secrets of his success

Press Releases, WTM London

It’s not too late to start a podcast – but it’s hard work and you increasingly need to have an original idea, according to the man responsible for the UK’s ... Read more

November 10, 2022November 11, 2022

Space travel revolution ‘will benefit the planet’

Press Releases, WTM London

Commercial space travel will prompt a new industrial revolution that will far outweigh the environmental damage it causes, a leading exponent has claimed.   Speaking at WTM London, Will Whitehorn, chair, ... Read more

November 10, 2022November 11, 2022

Hotels and car hire can educate on sustainability at home

Press Releases, WTM London

Travel companies can lead the way in encouraging sustainability at home, heard a session at World Travel Market (WTM) London.   Sarah Habsburg, hotel marketing correspondent and founder of The School ... Read more

November 10, 2022November 11, 2022

Travel’s recovery rate is slowing, but the outlook is good, data reveals

Press Releases, WTM London

Global travel’s rate of recovery is slowing, but there is still cause for optimism about next year, according to market intelligence specialist ForwardKeys.    ForwardKeys vice president of insights Olivier ... Read more

November 10, 2022November 11, 2022

Travel ‘a flag bearer for LGBT+ community but can do more.

Press Releases, WTM London

Travel is flying the flag for LGBT+ causes but more needs to be done.  That was the message from a WTM London panel, with participants urging the industry to take ... Read more

November 10, 2022November 11, 2022

Leave toxic workplaces, urges burnout expert Kelly Swingler

Press Releases, WTM London

Burnout expert Kelly Swingler urges employees to trust their own instincts and leave toxic workplaces.  The renowned executive coach and author told delegates that there is no single cause of ... Read more

November 10, 2022November 11, 2022

Give travel a global sustainability rating system, say experts

Press Releases, WTM London

The travel industry needs a single sustainability certification system to avoid ‘greenwashing’, a WTM London panel agreed.   Around 150 tourism labelling schemes exist, some of them paid-for, the session heard.  ... Read more

November 10, 2022November 11, 2022

‘Green hushing’ joins green washing in hampering responsible tourism choices

Press Releases, WTM London

It’s not only green washing that is holding back progress on responsible tourism but   ‘green hushing’, a session heard at World Travel Market (WTM) London.  Some companies making good progress ... Read more

November 10, 2022November 11, 2022

“Build product and they will come,” says slow travel pioneer

Press Releases, WTM London

Travel companies can “close the intention-action gap” by building easily bookable slow travel product says a pioneer in the field.    Flight-free tour operator and B Corp Byway, launched during the ... Read more

November 10, 2022November 11, 2022

Sustainability will be top of the agenda again despite pandemic ‘blip’

Press Releases, WTM London

Holidaymakers have temporarily lost their focus on sustainability following the pandemic but will rapidly regain it, tour operators have predicted.   A WTM London sustainability panel said the issue had slipped ... Read more

November 10, 2022November 11, 2022

Events and reunion travel have boosted recovery, research shows

Press Releases, WTM London

Early opening, VFR links and events have been the strong factors in driving travel’s recovery during 2022, a market intelligence specialist told delegates at World Travel Market London.    “It’s the ... Read more

November 9, 2022November 9, 2022

The New Go City: Company Announces Brand Refresh and Investment

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

Today, Go City, the leader in attraction passes, announced an update to its brand and an investment to increase awareness among travelers. Emerging from the pandemic with a strong sales ... Read more

November 8, 2022November 11, 2022

Insight stage: The Future of Destination Management & How Wellness Aligns

Press Releases, WTM London

Tourist destinations can learn from the wellness industry and should become more aligned to its principles post-Covid, a WTM London Insight session heard.   Speakers agreed there had been a paradigm ... Read more

November 8, 2022November 11, 2022

Responsible tourism is good for business, WTM London hears

Press Releases, WTM London

More CEOs are pushing responsible tourism towards the top of their agendas – underlining its increasing importance in business decisions, delegates on day one of WTM London heard.  In a ... Read more

November 8, 2022November 11, 2022

Rooms with a view – hotels embrace innovation

Press Releases, WTM London

Hotel distribution was a recurring theme across the technology-focused sessions on the opening day of WTM London.  Startups, futurists, brands and technology suppliers alike presented their own perspectives on the ... Read more

November 8, 2022November 11, 2022

Female aviation bosses describe Covid challenges during BIG Airline Session

Press Releases, WTM London

The Chief Operating Officer of TUI Airline has described summer 2022 as the most difficult since starting to work in the industry more than three decades ago.  Dawn Wilson recalled: ... Read more

November 8, 2022November 11, 2022

The Future of Destination Management & How Wellness Aligns

Press Releases, WTM London

Tourist destinations can learn from the wellness industry and should become more aligned to its principles post-Covid, a WTM London Insight session heard.  Speakers agreed there had been a paradigm ... Read more

November 8, 2022November 11, 2022

Travel industry needs to optimise data to communicate its value better

Press Releases, WTM London

Travel and tourism must communicate its massive global worth better, putting it on the G20 agenda, a panel at WTM London has agreed.   Travel is a major part of world ... Read more

November 8, 2022November 11, 2022

Cross-industry is key to sustainability success

Press Releases, WTM London

The industry needs to come together and work towards standard science-based targets, sharing best practice. That was the message from sustainability sessions on day one of World Travel Market, London.  ... Read more

November 8, 2022November 11, 2022

Travel brands should embrace technology but refine their products first

Press Releases, WTM London

Fledgling travel brands were urged by an expert panel to put product before technology – but to quickly embrace the latter.  Jono Vernon-Powell, founder of Nomadic Thoughts, said start-up brands ... Read more

November 7, 2022November 11, 2022

Industry Report: Vast majority think people travel knowing they have Covid, WTM poll shows

Press Releases, WTM London

An overwhelming majority of Brits think that people have been travelling while knowing they have Covid-19, according to research released today (7 November) by World Travel Market London, the leading ... Read more

November 7, 2022November 11, 2022

Industry Report: Scotland and Wales among world’s ‘most underrated’ destinations

Press Releases, WTM London

Scotland and Wales have made it into the top-10 list of ‘most underrated destinations’ – as voted for by top executives in the travel industry. WTM London’s 2022 Industry Report ... Read more

November 7, 2022November 3, 2022

Industry Report: Fly-and-flop remains most popular holiday choice for Brits

Press Releases, WTM Portfolio

Beach breaks are still the number-one choice of UK holidaymakers, according to the latest Industry Report by World Travel Market London. A survey of 2,000 Brits who were asked What ... Read more

November 7, 2022November 11, 2022

Industry Report: Cost-of-living woes hit holiday plans

Press Releases, WTM London

The cost-of-living crisis is by far the single most issue that is likely to impact 2023 holiday plans according to the latest Industry Report by World Travel Market London. When ... Read more

November 7, 2022November 11, 2022

Industry Report: Brits don’t see travel as an attractive industry to work in

Press Releases, WTM London

Only about a quarter of Brits say the travel industry is an attractive one to work in, according to the latest Industry Report by World Travel Market London. A survey ... Read more

November 7, 2022November 11, 2022

Industry Report: British travellers call on airports to get back to basics

Press Releases, WTM London

Airport operators in the UK need to focus their attention on getting people onto their flights rather than trying to get them to go shopping, reveals research today (Monday 7 ... Read more

November 7, 2022November 11, 2022

Industry Report: UK travellers rewrite the script for cryptocurrencies

Press Releases, WTM London

Research from World Travel Market released today (Monday 7 November) reveals a significant proportion of UK holidaymakers are interested in paying for travel using cryptocurrencies. The findings from a nationally ... Read more

November 7, 2022November 11, 2022

Industry Report: One in five blame government for 2022 travel chaos

Press Releases, WTM London

One in five Brits blamed the government for the travel chaos during 2022, when long queues, tedious delays and widespread cancellations disrupted thousands of holidays. Airlines took the flak from ... Read more

November 7, 2022November 11, 2022

Industry Report: Norway seen as most sustainable and responsible destination

Press Releases, WTM London

Norway is viewed as the most sustainable and responsible destination, according to WTM London’s survey of the travel industry’s top decision-makers, with Costa Rica coming a close second. WTM London’s ... Read more

November 7, 2022November 11, 2022

Industry Report: WTM Industry Report reveals ongoing recruitment challenges

Press Releases, WTM London

The majority of decision-makers taking part in the WTM Industry Report 2022 believe travel is an attractive sector to work in – but the industry is currently struggling to recruit. ... Read more

November 7, 2022November 11, 2022

Industry Report: Recovery might take longer than anticipated

Press Releases, WTM London

Almost one-in-three industry bosses does not expect the travel sector to get back to 2019 levels before 2024 at the earliest, according to the WTM London Industry Report released today. ... Read more

November 7, 2022November 11, 2022

Industry Report: Pandemic forces shifts in travel marketing spending

Press Releases, WTM London

Most travel firms and tourism organisations have modified their marketing strategies in the wake of the pandemic – with only one in seven increasing their budgets, according to research.  In ... Read more

November 7, 2022November 11, 2022

Industry Report: Most travel bosses confident COVID won’t affect business next year

Press Releases, WTM London

The worldwide travel industry does not see COVID as having a major effect on business for 2023, according to the WTM Industry Report 2022. Among travel decision-makers who took part ... Read more

November 7, 2022November 11, 2022

Industry Report: Cost-of-living is biggest challenge for travel in 2023 by far, says WTM poll

Press Releases, WTM London

The soaring cost of living around the world is by far the greatest threat to travel businesses in 2023, according to WTM London research. A poll of travel professionals asked: ... Read more

November 7, 2022November 11, 2022

Industry Report: Industry expects fewer flights as part of consumer demand for green travel

Press Releases, WTM London

A growing interest in green travel from consumers will drive the industry’s efforts to address the climate emergency, according to the WTM Industry Report released today. Some 250 execs from ... Read more

November 7, 2022November 11, 2022

Industry Report: Azores and Northern Greece top world’s ‘most underrated destinations’ list

Press Releases, WTM London

The Azores and Northern Greece have made it into the top-10 list of ‘most underrated destinations’ – as voted for by top executives in the travel industry. WTM London’s 2022 ... Read more

November 7, 2022November 11, 2022

Industry Report: Bosses focus tech spend on the traveller

Press Releases, WTM London

Industry bosses are prioritising their technology spend around making things easier for the traveler, according to the WTM Industry Report released today. Nearly half of the sample – made up ... Read more

November 7, 2022November 11, 2022

Industry Report: Travel trade blames aviation sector for summer airport chaos

Press Releases, WTM London

Travel companies and organisations have largely blamed the aviation sector for the disruption seen at airports around the world during summer 2022. Holidaymakers faced queues snaking out of terminals, long ... Read more

November 7, 2022November 11, 2022

Industry Report: Family, friends and social media are key influences for travel decisions

Press Releases, WTM London

Most holidaymaker choose their holiday destinations based on discussions with family and friends as well as influencers on social media platforms. That’s according to the travel professionals surveyed by World ... Read more

November 7, 2022November 11, 2022

Industry Report: Mind the generation gap – how social media influencers inspire Gen Z

Press Releases, WTM London

Social media influencers are inspiring one in five young travellers to head off on holiday – but their impact drops dramatically over the generations, new research shows. A poll carried ... Read more

November 4, 2022

INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT BOOKINGS TO THE UK UP 105 PERCENT THIS CHRISTMAS DESPITE INFLATION

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

With its vibrant Christmas markets, abundant shopping opportunities and festive pubs aplenty, the UK has always been a popular choice for a holiday getaway. With only six weeks to go ... Read more

November 4, 2022

Creta Maris Resort Announces A Comprehensive Five-Year Refurbishment and Redevelopment Project

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

Creta Maris Resort is proud to announce the launch of a comprehensive, five-year refurbishment and redevelopment plan, which will see the resort transformed with a new elevated offering and positioning, marking ... Read more

November 4, 2022

NTO Montenegro Report Record Increase in UK Arrivals

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

Following a record number of tourist arrivals in 2022, the National Tourism Organisation of Montenegro (NTO Montenegro) will once again exhibit at World Travel Market in November. With a delegation ... Read more

November 2, 2022October 28, 2022

Innovative data management and comprehensive development programme

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

Thanks to the The National Tourism Data Supply Centre (NTDSC) platform developed by the Hungarian Tourism Agency, up-to-date and publicly available information can help hoteliers and service providers to plan, ... Read more

October 28, 2022October 28, 2022

A MAGICAL CHRISTMAS WITH MARRIOTT IN MAURITIUS: NEW FESTIVE EXPERIENCES UNVEILED FOR 2022

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

This festive season, Marriott in Mauritius invites luxury travellers looking for a slice of island paradise to celebrate Christmas and New Year with a tropical twist at each of its ... Read more

October 28, 2022

LE MÉRIDIEN ILE MAURICE UNVEILS $60MILLION REFURBISHMENT

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

Le Méridien Ile Maurice has announced the complete reopening of the resort following a $60million refurbishment. Located in Pointe aux Piment in northwest Mauritius, and set on a kilometre of ... Read more

October 25, 2022October 25, 2022

Haven Riviera Cancun announces exciting expansion and growth: a new Conference Center, refreshing Pure™ Wellness Suites and an exclusive Serenity Club area

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

HAVEN RIVIERA CANCUN, an adults-only luxury resort just 10 miles/15 km from the Cancun International airport, is excited to announce several new enhancements designed to elevate the “All Exclusive” guest ... Read more

October 21, 2022

WHAT’S NEW IN THE BAHAMAS

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

2023: THE BAHAMAS CELEBRATE 50 YEARS OF INDEPENDENCE The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investment and Aviation is delighted to be attending World Travel Market. At Stand CA150, the team will ... Read more

October 21, 2022

LUXURY MAURITIAN HOTEL GROUP, SUN RESORTS ENTERS A NEW ERA AS “SUNLIFE”

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

Mauritian hotel brand formerly known as Sun Resorts unveils its exciting rebrand and rebirth, Sunlife.   Mauritian hotel group, Sun Resorts has announced an exciting new rebrand, unveiling the new Sunlife, ... Read more

October 21, 2022November 16, 2022

Visit Greece

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

 The Greek National Tourism Organisation presents its brand-new stand at WTM 2022  For World Travel Market 2022, the Greek National Tourism Organisation /Visit Greece introduces a new multifunctional stand. The ... Read more

October 20, 2022

Mahé Island, Seychelles -Opening 1st February 2023

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

Located in the heart of Anse Royale district, the newly built boutique resort joins the dynamic portfolio of independent Tribute Portfolio Hotels around the world in which each stay is ... Read more

October 19, 2022October 19, 2022

ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA REPORT INCREASED TOURIST ARRIVALS

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

CARIBBEAN DESTINATION OPTIMISTIC AS IT UNVEILS NEW OPENINGS FOR 2023  This year, Antigua and Barbuda are seeing optimistic results reporting a 140 percent increase in tourist arrivals compared to this ... Read more

October 12, 2022October 12, 2022

ECOMMPAY celebrates its 10-year anniversary with an impressive journey as the leading fintech company reaches two million transactions per day

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

ECOMMPAY has grown organically from only 10 specialists in 2012 to 700+ payment professionals globally and four international offices International payment service provider and direct bank card acquirer, ECOMMPAY is ... Read more

October 11, 2022October 27, 2022

Sri Lanka Tourism participates at WTM 2022 with over 60 leading travel trade representatives

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

Sri Lanka Tourism will be participating at the leading travel and tourism trade show – The World Travel Market London in November 2022. Together with a contingent of over 60 ... Read more

October 7, 2022

Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) and the destinations key partners will be exhibiting at World Travel Market 2022. Fletch Brunelle, Vice President of Marketing at the LVCVA, ... Read more

October 4, 2022

The Richard Gilder Center for Science, Education, and Innovation at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

Opens Friday, February 17, 2023  Designed by Studio Gang, the international architecture and urban design practice led by Jeanne Gang, the 230,000-square-foot Gilder Center project features spectacular architecture inspired by ... Read more

October 3, 2022October 13, 2022

Ethiopia is ready to welcome international visitors

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

Ethiopia is prepared to welcome international tourists in the midst of new market opportunities brought about by the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. The country has a high commitment in ... Read more

September 30, 2022

Visit Rwanda and 18 key partners head to London for WTM 2022 accompanied by new Chief Tourism Officer, Michaella Rugwizangoga

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

The Rwanda Development Board (RDB) and 18 of its key industry partners are preparing to exhibit at World Travel Market 2022. RDB’s new Chief Tourism Officer, Michaella Rugwizangoga, who was ... Read more

September 28, 2022

Japan to Welcome International Visitors Beginning October 11

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

The Government of Japan announced a policy of resuming entry by individual travellers for tourism purposes beginning on October 11. JNTO looks forward to welcoming individual inbound travellers back to ... Read more

September 28, 2022

Bahrain prepares to exhibit at WTM 2022

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

The Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) is preparing to exhibit at World Travel Market 2022 with a senior delegation in attendance including Mrs Fatima Al Sairafi, Minister of Tourism, ... Read more

September 28, 2022

Rugby World Cup 2023 : France enters the fray!

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

600,000 foreign visitors, 660 players, 2.5 million tickets. In 2023, France welcomes the world for the 10th Rugby World Cup in history. With 48 matches scheduled from 8 September to ... Read more

September 28, 2022

SHARM EL SHEIKH HOSTS THE UN CLIMATE CHANGE CONFERENCE COP 27 2022

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

Sharm El Sheikh has consolidated  its worldwide reputation by hosting the UN Climate Change Conference COP27 from 6th to 18th November this year.  For  its many happy visitors, the area ... Read more

September 14, 2022

RIU will present its new hotel in London at the WTM

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

The new Riu Plaza London Victoria hotel will be featured at the World Travel Market in London  RIU Hotels will be present at the 2022 World Travel Market on stand ... Read more

September 13, 2022

Windjammer Landing Launches Hummingbird Yoga, Full Moon Spa Rituals and Detox & Immunity Retreats

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

Windjammer Landing Villa Beach Resort, nestled on 60-acres of hillside on St Lucia, announces new programming to support its ethos of holistic wellness and beautiful experiences. The new wellness programmes ... Read more

September 13, 2022

Walking In the Footsteps Of The Gods: Explore The Myths and Legends of Sicily With Villatravellers

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

This autumn, visitors can discover Sicily’s one-of-a-kind history when staying with villa rental company, Villatravellers. The island’s fascinating past has left a legacy steeped in mythology, which has enchanted visitors ... Read more

September 13, 2022

Hit the Road with Tuscany Now & More’s New Vintage Car Experiences

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

Tuscany Now & More is excited to announce the launch of a selection of vintage car experiences in Italy. Through a new partnership with local classic car company, Sprintage, and ... Read more

September 13, 2022

Introducing Luxury Apartment Style Living at The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

The Fellows House, Curio Collection by Hilton, is delighted to introduce an apartment-style luxury lifestyle long stay offering in Cambridge. With minimum stays of just one night and tiered pricing ... Read more

September 13, 2022

Sani Resort goes above & beyond with Sani Festival and Sani Academies

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

As one of the best luxury family resorts in the world, Sani Resort, Greece, continuously expands its offering to cater to all types of family and provide an experience that ... Read more

September 12, 2022

Lepogo Lodges, South Africa: The Ultimate Bucket List Destination

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

Lepogo Lodges situated in South Africa’s Limpopo Province is one of Africa’s few entirely non-for-profit safari lodges. Set 100ft up on top of a clifftop overlooking the Palala River, Noka ... Read more

September 12, 2022

Introducing Gigi’s Bar at Quinta do Lago Resort

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

Quinta do Lago is excited to announce the opening of Gigi’s Bar, located right by the beach and next to the iconic hotspot Gigi’s Restaurant on the edge of the ... Read more

September 12, 2022

Hastings Hotels Takes Centre Stage in New BBC Documentary: The Hotel People – Aired in August

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

Hastings Hotels took centre stage in brand new TV series, Hotel People, which aired in August 2022 on BBC Two and BBC One Northern Ireland.   The Hotel People is ... Read more

September 12, 2022

Gatsby Athens Hotel – Bringing Unique Design Concepts to the Greek Capital

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

The newly opened Gatsby Athens Hotel brings a new lease of life and avant garde design to a previous derelict building in the historical centre of Athens. Generating a renewed ... Read more

September 12, 2022September 12, 2022

Aristi Mountain Resort & Villas: Northern Greece’s Sustainable Hotspot

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

While environmental awareness and eco action plans have firmly entered the zeitgeist of the world’s best hotels over the past few years, Aristi Mountain Resort & Villas has been dedicated ... Read more

September 12, 2022September 12, 2022

Courmayeur Mont Blanc Announces Culinary & Creative Experiences for 2022/2023 Ski Season

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

Courmayeur Mont Blanc is delighted to be welcoming back guests for the highly anticipated 2022/2023 ski season. Situated in the heart of the Italian Alps, the luxury family resort is welcoming ... Read more

September 2, 2022September 2, 2022

Enshrining sustainability at the core of national tourism policy is no longer a matter of choice but a necessity, says Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) CEO Raki Phillips.

“Adopting a strategy that prioritises the benefits to society and the protection of the environment has become a necessity, and both for the sake of our planet and the moral ... Read more

November 16, 2021November 23, 2021

Delegates hail the success of WTM London and Travel Forward 2021

Press Releases, Travel Forward, WTM London

Exhibitors, buyers, partners and members of the media from around the world have hailed the success of this year’s hybrid WTM London and Travel Forward. The annual co-located events took ... Read more

November 3, 2021November 8, 2021

Day 3 – Euromonitor warns of ‘long, hard recovery ahead’

Press Releases, WTM London

Euromonitor International, the strategic market research company, is predicting travel spend will return to pre-pandemic levels by 2024 at the earliest, and warned recovery could take longer. Euromonitor Head of ... Read more

November 3, 2021November 4, 2021

Day 3 – Travel Forward embraces the complexity

Press Releases, Travel Forward

Experts from payments, foreign exchange and cybersecurity ensured that this year’s Travel Forward ended with deep dives into some of the industry’s most challenging use cases. The final morning of ... Read more

November 2, 2021November 4, 2021

Day 2 – WTM London, the business continues

Press Releases, WTM London

The second day of WTM London 2021 saw a busy agenda of business meetings, speed networking, high-level conferences, awards and press briefings. One of the highlights was the annual ministers’ ... Read more

November 2, 2021November 4, 2021

Day 2 – Travel Forward Automation is about more than cost cutting

Press Releases, Travel Forward

Technology tools that support Automation are emerging as mission-critical for the recovery of travel, according to experts on stage at Travel Forward. Many travel companies were forced to furlough staff ... Read more

November 2, 2021November 2, 2021

Aldemar Resorts CEO Alexandros Angelopoulos urges evolution and committed green credentials for all of Greece’s tourism product

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2021

Aldemar Resorts are renowned for their eco-friendly policies and consistently excellent guest reviews which have received many awards over the years. The CEO, Alexandros Angelopoulos with three representatives from Aldemar ... Read more

November 2, 2021

Larnaka Tourism Board WTM 2021 media update

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2021

For the UK, autumn is synonymous with colder temperatures some sunshine, but also the need to wrap up even on a day of clear blue skies. However, by the shores of Larnaka, summer ... Read more

November 2, 2021November 4, 2021

Front Runners start-ups pitch winners brings innovation to the fore

Press Releases, Travel Forward

Hotel reshopping engines, a community homestay network and a mobility analytics specialist have won the Front Runners Travel Tech Competition for startups, taking place at this year’s WTM London. The ... Read more

November 1, 2021November 4, 2021

Day 1- Sabre identifies brand dotcoms as first stage in personalisation for hotels

Press Releases, Travel Forward

Sabre Hospitality Solutions president Scott Wilson has told delegates at Travel Forward that hoteliers should start their personalisation journey at their brand dotcom and other owned channels. Joining the event ... Read more

October 27, 2021

Budapest Switches to High Gear in 2022

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2021

After easing the restrictions of the pandemic, Budapest is focusing on boosting its tourism. Budapest Brand Plc., the city’s official organization for tourism is excited to share the developments for ... Read more

October 25, 2021

WTM London and Travel Forward 2021 to run COVID test facility at ExCeL in partnership with ExpressTest by Cignpost

Press Releases, Travel Forward, WTM London

WTM London and Travel Forward 2021 will have a COVID testing facility inside ExCeL so visitors who need to take a test before flying home can do so without having ... Read more

October 22, 2021October 26, 2021

Blue-chips and start-ups to share the Travel Forward stage

Press Releases, Travel Forward

Travel Forward Stage will welcome some of travel technology’s established players including Sabre, MasterCard and SITA Travel Forward, the global event for travel technology co-located with WTM London, has revealed ... Read more

October 21, 2021

‘Drop & Scoff’ Four Seasons Fairways, Quinta do Lago Launch NEW Food Delivery Service

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2021

Four Seasons Fairways, Quinta do Lago’s leading villa resort is excited to launch their new ‘Drop & Scoff’ food delivery service. An enhancement to their already popular take-away service (and ... Read more