Posts by: WTM Latin America Team

WTM Latin America Team

WTM Latin America is the three day must-attend business-to-business (B2B) event which brings the world to Latin America and promotes Latin America to the world.

March 29, 2019

Live University in conference during WTM Latin America, bringing technology to the pavilion

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The third day of the event, 4/04, includes the participation of Alex Leite, the institution’s Education Director, who will talk about trends in digital transformation in the world of tourism ... Read more

March 28, 2019

WTM Latin America receives a “giant of the seas” in the 7th edition of the event

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Cruising is a segment that increased in the 2017/2018 season and proof of this is the presence of Norwegian Cruise Line in the pavilion, with its launch confirmed for 2019 ... Read more

March 12, 2019March 13, 2019

Chile eyes up the Brazilian market

Blog, Destinations

We’re already well into 2019 and with figures from the Subdepartment of Tourism to hand, Chile is already assessing where to focus its eyes and efforts for improving the growth ... Read more

March 12, 2019

Asia to colour the corridors of the 7th edition of WTM Latin America

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Thailand and Indonesia confirm their presence at the event and bring their stunning island and lake landscapes, their temples, and their rich gastronomic culture to the Asian space Despite being ... Read more

February 26, 2019

WTM Latin America 2019 creates new vacancies on its Hosted Buyers Programme for Latin America

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The programme has made 30 new spots available for operators and agents from Latin America to take part in the event, which is happening in April in Sao Paulo WTM ... Read more

February 12, 2019

Registration for WTM Latin America is now open for digital influencers

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The Digital Influencers’ Speed Networking session takes place on 3 April and provides the opportunity for digital influencers to meet exhibitors from the tourism industry and drum up business The ... Read more

February 12, 2019

WTM Latin America 2019 discloses names of hotels confirmed for the 7th edition of the event

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Known as the leading global event for the Latin American travel industry, WTM Latin America 2019, which will take place in São Paulo between 2 and 4 April in Expo ... Read more

February 1, 2019February 12, 2019

Registration for WTM Latin America 2019 for visitors and the press is now open

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Registration for accreditation for the 7th edition of WTM Latin America 2019 that takes place in São Paulo from 2 – 4 April at Expo Center Norte is now open. ... Read more

January 7, 2019January 11, 2019

WTM Latin America announces first edition of “Women in Travel” for 2019

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The programme will help women in tourism, by supplying content involving training and personalized mentoring The next edition of the WTM Latin America event, which will take place on 2 ... Read more

December 19, 2018February 26, 2019

WTM Latin America 2019 opens registration process for the Hosted Buyers programme

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Four months before the event, the organizers have started receiving registration forms from those interested The 2019 edition of WTM Latin America is already in production. Scheduled to take place ... Read more

December 14, 2018January 18, 2019

WTM Latin America welcomes tour operators to present what’s new for the 2019 edition

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The event’s management team organised a brunch with the idea of promoting the benefits and new facilities that have been devised for the area On 6 December, WTM Latin America ... Read more

October 31, 2018January 11, 2019

A new look at technology and the traveller’s experience from the point of view of the aviation

Blog, WTM Latin America

* By Adriana Cavalcanti The aviation market is constantly evolving. Whether it is focusing on transporting leisure passengers or events and business passengers, the transformation is fast and constant. Today, ... Read more

October 29, 2018January 11, 2019

WTM Latin America welcomes more than 30 Colombian businessmen to the capital city of the State of São Paulo

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The meeting is part of the agenda of the Tourism Workshop that ProColombia is carrying out, between October 24 and October 26, in the city of São Paulo WTM Latin ... Read more

October 9, 2018January 11, 2019

WTM Latin America and the HRS Group discuss solutions for the corporate travel segment

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The meeting took place in São Paulo on 11/9 and prompted reflections that highlight a trend in the hotel market WTM Latin America is the leading global event for the ... Read more

October 3, 2018January 11, 2019

The management of WTM Latin America is going to Argentina for a series of “Leader Meetings”

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Executive Luciane Leite underlines the importance of networking and benchmarking for strengthening the travel market WTM Latin America director Luciane Leite and executives Bianca Pizzolito, sales manager and Claudia Delfino, ... Read more

September 28, 2018January 11, 2019

WTM Latin America announces new chair and members of the Advisory Board

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

In a meeting in Sao Paulo, the management of the event brought together members of its Advisory Board and stressed topics relevant to the event, the 7th edition of which ... Read more

September 18, 2018January 11, 2019

WTM Latin America’s management meet strategic executives from the travel and tourism trade

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Luciane Leite emphasises the “Leaders’ Meeting” agenda with opinion-makers at two events in Sao Paulo Executive Luciane Leite, director of WTM Latin America, is continuing with her busy schedule of ... Read more

September 11, 2018January 11, 2019

WTM Latin America and GBTA strengthen the corporate agenda with a leaders’ meeting in São Paulo

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Both announce a partnership for the second year running, taking new quality content to the event’s next edition WTM Latin America is the leading global event for the Latin American ... Read more

September 10, 2018January 11, 2019

Gustavo Pinto represented WTM Latin America at Summit Turismo Chile 2018

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Organized by the Federación de Empresas de Turismo Chile (FEDETUR), the event brought together professionals from the international travel market Summit Turismo Chile 2018, an event organized by FEDETUR (Federation ... Read more

September 4, 2018January 11, 2019

WTM Latin America renews its support for the 2018 Top Tourist Destinations Award

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

An initiative of ADVB and SKÅL Internacional São Paulo, the event recognises and awards cities that invest in the tourist industry WTM Latin America, the world’s leading event for the ... Read more

August 30, 2018January 11, 2019

WTM Latin America continues with the “Leaders Meeting” and meets American Airlines and CI

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Meetings with opinion-makers and travel industry executives deal with sector demands Luciane Leite, director of WTM Latin America, the leading global event for the travel industry in Latin America, has ... Read more

August 22, 2018January 11, 2019

WTM Latin America announces partnership with MPI

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The next edition of the event will have new technology and personalized content for event managers WTM Latin America, the world’s leading event for the travel industry in Latin America, ... Read more

August 7, 2018January 11, 2019

Mega-events benefit short-stay accommodation in Latin America

Blog, Events, WTM Latin America

by Marília Borges, Research Analyst for Euromonitor International While revenue in the tourism industry in Latin America was USD 165 billion dollars in 2017, it was down by an average ... Read more

July 20, 2018January 11, 2019

Technology: a travel experience facilitator with greater added value

Blog, Technology, WTM Latin America

by Marília Borges, Research Analyst for Euromonitor International Whether it is when consumers are deciding which experience to have, during the experience itself, or even after it has ended, technology ... Read more

July 13, 2018

The search for more travel experiences and fewer material goods

Blog, Trends

by Marília Borges, Research Analyst for Euromonitor International The Experience More megatrend indicates that consumers are spending more and more on experiences in detriment to spending on material goods, ... Read more

June 26, 2018January 11, 2019

Mexico, Brazil and Argentina are the most visited countries in Latin America

Blog, Trends, WTM Latin America

by Marília Borges, Research Analyst for Euromonitor International Over the last five years, Latin America has been the scene of sporting mega-events, such as the Summer Olympics in Rio de ... Read more

April 30, 2018

WTM Latin America 2018 sees a 16.5% increase in the travel agents programme

WTM Latin America

Organised by the Interamerican Network, the Guest Travel Agent Programme registered 727 participants at this year’s event. WTM Latin America, the main world event in the Latin American travel industry, ... Read more

April 16, 2018April 21, 2018

WTM Latin America Attracts Almost 12,000 Visits in 2018

WTM Latin America

Numbers rose up 7% over the previous year WTM Latin America 2018, the leading B2B travel event in Latin American, experiences record participation number of almost 12,000 – an increase ... Read more

April 3, 2018

Inspire Theatre provides content about tourism and technology for WTM Latin America 2018

WTM Latin America

Technology market companies have conferences confirmed for the event, which will be held in São Paulo between April 3rd and April 5th, and reinforce the impact of the digital universe ... Read more

March 29, 2018

Opening doors

Trends

According to the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), a specialized agency of the United Nations (UN), world tourism in 2017 registered a 7% increase compared to 2016. It was the highest ... Read more

March 29, 2018

Omnibees launches a training and development program at WTM Latin America 2018

WTM Latin America

Sponsor of the event’s content, the company will present content that is focused on the transformation and evolution of the Latin American tourism and hotel industry Omnibees, a hotel distribution ... Read more

March 29, 2018

Egypt confirms its participation in WTM Latin America 2018

WTM Latin America

The Egyptian Tourism Authority registered a 56% increase in the number of tourists from Latin America in 2017 The setting for fascinating stories, great monuments and the mighty Nile River, ... Read more

March 29, 2018

Walter Kaltenbach presents a Workshop “The Secret of Successful Minds” during WTM Latin America

WTM Latin America

In partnership with Brasilturis, the director of Master Mind promotes reflection and self-knowledge for participants of the 6th edition this of event WTM Latin America 2018 – the world’s number ... Read more

March 21, 2018May 10, 2018

Trade Shows, Events and Digital Convergence

Technology

By Paulo Salvador There can be no doubt that the Trade Shows & Events segment is undergoing unprecedented transformation. The concrete signs of these changes are a direct consequence of ... Read more

March 16, 2018March 16, 2018

WTM Latin America announces new features for the event’s 6th edition

WTM Latin America

The meeting that was held this morning (13), brings together representatives of the tourism trade, including the leaders of entities and strategic partners. On the eve of its sixth edition, ... Read more

March 15, 2018

A conversation with travel agents

Blog

By Paulo Miguel Júnior Did you know that the car rental industry is also an opportunity for travel agents that are interested in increasing their monthly income? Well, last year ... Read more

March 15, 2018March 15, 2018

LATAM, Avianca, HotelMap and Avis guarantee exclusive discounts for those taking part in WTM Latin America 2018

WTM Latin America

In partnership with major companies, the event’s 6th edition offers participants travel discounts, accommodation, car rental and transfers WTM Latin America 2018, the world’s leading event for the Latin American ... Read more

March 12, 2018

Formerly the Conference Theatre, the Inspire Theatre is the setting for various inspiring talks during WTM Latin America

WTM Latin America

The auditorium will receive speakers who will address different contemporary topics WTM Latin America 2018, the world’s leading event for the Latin American travel industry, which will be held 3 ... Read more

March 7, 2018

WTM Latin America will have Speed Networking Sessions on all three days of the event

WTM Latin America

The aim of the five sessions is to help generate business and facilitate networking WTM Latin America, the world’s leading event for the travel industry in Latin America, will host ... Read more

March 7, 2018

Palestine will be present at WTM Latin America 2018

WTM Latin America

The country’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities returns to the event after having taken part in the London edition For the second year in a row, Palestine will be present ... Read more

February 28, 2018March 21, 2018

WTM Latin America confirms major destinations for the 2018 edition

WTM Latin America

The event brings the world of tourism to the city of São Paulo between April 3rd and April 5 – among the exhibitors who have confirmed are the USA, Palestine, ... Read more

February 20, 2018March 26, 2018

Tour operators will be present at WTM Latin America 2018

WTM Latin America

The event that takes place between April 3rd and April 5th brings operators and agencies from the international tourism market together and promotes the generation of business WTM Latin America ... Read more

February 19, 2018

WTM Latin America 2018 organizes caravans in partnership with Interamerican Network

WTM Latin America

Travel agents from all over Brazil will be able to enjoy benefits to attend the event’s 6th edition, which will be held between April 3rd and April 5th at the ... Read more

February 13, 2018February 13, 2018

Heavyweight hotel groups have already confirmed their presence at WTM Latin America 2018

WTM Latin America

The event takes place in April, in São Paulo, and brings exhibitors from all over the world WTM Latin America 2018 – the world’s leading event for the Latin American ... Read more

February 13, 2018February 14, 2018

Registration is opened for WTM Latin America 2018

WTM Latin America

WTM Latin America 2018 opens registration for its 6th edition, which will take place in São Paulo between April 3rd and April 5th, at Expo Center Norte. The main global ... Read more

February 12, 2018

Tour Operators’ Area: WTM Latin America presents a direct relationship model with Brazil’s tour operators

WTM Latin America

New relationship phase boosts the presence of different operator profiles and formats “We will continue to work to enable tour operators to take part in WTM Latin America”. This statement ... Read more

January 18, 2018January 23, 2018

WTM Latin America creates Destination Pavilions, an exclusive area for companies that do not have stands from their own countries at the event

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

WTM Latin America, the leading global event for the travel industry in Latin America, is pleased to confirm the launch of its Destination Pavilions. The goal is to enable private ... Read more

December 19, 2017

WTM Latin America announces the launch of the Travel Tech Pavillion

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Technology companies operating in the travel sector that never took part in the event will have access to a differentiated area and special conditions for the 2018 edition The ... Read more

December 8, 2017December 8, 2017

WTM Latin America brings together 150 executives and journalists in Lima and Ecuador

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

With support from PromPerú, WTM Latin America emphasized the importance of the partnership with the destination WTM Latin America hosted a business meeting between 70 executives, leading figures in the ... Read more

December 8, 2017October 13, 2022

WTM Latin America sets up Leaders’ Meeting

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

WTM Latin America sets up Leaders’ Meeting The corporate agenda of WTM Latin America’s director, Luciane Leite, lives up to the purpose behind the event, which is to generate ... Read more

November 29, 2017October 13, 2022

Opportunities in the events’ sector

Blog, Events

By Toni Sando There is an intrinsic link between events and destinations. When seeking the integration of a congress or fair with the city that will receive it, the participants’ ... Read more

November 24, 2017December 19, 2017

Business at Buyers Mean WTM London 2017

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Senior industry buyer numbers top 10,000 for the first time, and Exhibitor Invitees also at record levels The numbers of senior industry buyers and travel professionals invited to do business ... Read more

October 30, 2017October 13, 2022

How to arrange a good ‘marriage’ with a good customer

Blog, Trends

By Ricardo Pomeranz Concerned that her daughter was still single at the age of 30, the mother decided to help her with a tip. “Put on some nice clothes and ... Read more

October 20, 2017October 13, 2022

WTM Latin America creates hotel hospitality lounge

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The exclusive space will be dedicated to independent hospitality facilities in the 2018 edition of the world’s largest travel and tourism industry trade fair held in Latin America and will ... Read more

October 16, 2017January 23, 2018

WTM Latin America presents its Advisory Board 2018

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Tourism leaders during the presentation of the Advisory Board of WTM Latin America 2018 (photo: publicity Constituted by leaders from the tourist trade, the group’s objective and the challenge it ... Read more

October 9, 2017January 23, 2018

WTM portfolio changes its logo and introduces a new concept

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

New format confirms the integrated work of the leading events in the segment The World Travel Market (WTM) portfolio, which includes five leading B2B events on four continents, has had ... Read more

September 27, 2017February 6, 2018

A cheer for Tourism!

Blog, Responsible Tourism

September 27th is the date on which we celebrate World Tourism Day and we can stop to analyse: how much has changed in the sector over the last few years? ... Read more

August 30, 2017January 11, 2019

Ecotourism and Cultural Experiences are in Demand (and other revealing facts from Adventure Travel research)

Adventure, Blog, WTM Latin America

by JoAnna Haugen Today’s adventure traveler is changing. Not so very long ago, people who defined themselves as adventure travelers sought out extreme, hard-core experiences that involved risk and danger. But ... Read more

August 25, 2017January 11, 2019

Infrastructure in tourism

Blog, Disability, Trends, WTM Latin America

by Fedetur There is lot of talk nowadays about the transformation of the tourist, who is a product of the incorporation of technology and the growing awareness of sustainability, both ... Read more

August 21, 2017January 11, 2019

Brazil – A border-less vocation

Blog, Destinations, WTM Latin America

by Alexandre Sampaio, FBHA. The numbers involved in tourism give an overview of their importance and, above all, reveal its potential to become Brazil’s main productive activity – one of those that ... Read more

August 9, 2017January 23, 2018

WTM Latin America: “We’re going to expand our programme for corporate travel managers”

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The event, which takes place 3 – 5 April 2018, has strategic partners for increasing activities aimed at the segment “We’re going to expand our programme for corporate travel managers ... Read more

July 28, 2017January 23, 2018

Southern Brazil is a strategic target for WTM Latin America

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The event seeks to strengthen ties with businesspeople and government bodies in order to expand exposure of the region ... Read more

May 4, 2017May 24, 2017

The faith that’s driving tourism

Destinations

The biggest statue in the Catholic world is in Rio Grande do Norte. The vocation that Santa Cruz has for religious tourism comes from when it was first founded and ... Read more

April 6, 2017June 1, 2017

WTM Latin America 2017: new attractions and positive economic expectations give the event a boost

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Visitor participation is up 20% and the number of speed networking meetings scheduled during the three days adds up to a total of 12,000 Good news marks the last day ... Read more

April 5, 2017June 1, 2017

New Business and networking mark the second day of WTM Latin America

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The event brings together key players in the market and goes on until tomorrow (6th) in São Paulo The second day of activities of the 5th edition of WTM Latin ... Read more

April 5, 2017June 1, 2017

The role of tourism as an economic force prevails and WTM Latin America begins 23% bigger than in 2016

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The main Latin America event has begun and continues until tomorrow (6) in São Paulo The optimistic tone of economic recovery was predominant during the speeches on the first day ... Read more

April 5, 2017June 1, 2017

Development, job creation and sustainable tourism are the topics of the debate involving Latin American ministers

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

This morning’s (5/04) meeting brought together leaders from Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay, who presented their ideas and proposed solutions In a meeting that brought together more than 100 people, including ... Read more

April 3, 2017June 1, 2017

Responsible tourism and social actions are given a greater emphasis in the 5th edition of WTM Latin America

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Participants will be able to learn a little bit more about the Viagem do Bem, Just a Drop and UNICEF projects, in addition to attending conferences that deal with the ... Read more

April 2, 2017June 1, 2017

WTM Latin America contributes to and values the presence of travel agents

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Professionals will be able to get to know some of the sector’s trends, get up to date with the latest initiatives, and above all, do some good business The 5th ... Read more

March 31, 2017July 5, 2017

WTM Latin America values technology’s contributions to tourism with The Travel Tech Show 2017

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Major technology companies from the market are involved in the presentation programme and will lead debates that are important for modernizing the industry The fifth edition of WTM Latin America, ... Read more

March 31, 2017September 18, 2017

Tourism and Nature A Brazil of Opportunities

Development, Responsible Tourism

by Luiz Del Vigna, ABETA For the first time in history, more than half of the world’s population lives in urban areas. Part of it is confined to mega cities ... Read more

March 31, 2017May 24, 2017

The power of the brand through the incentive travel experience

Incentive Travel

by Silvana Torres, AMPRO By definition, incentive travel occurs when a group of people travels to a pre-established destination, in the off-season and with the right to each bring a ... Read more

March 31, 2017May 24, 2017

Why do we need eTourism Conferences?

Events

by Emanuele Mele, IFITT General Secretary Tourism is widely recognized as an important sector for the economic growth of a country. According to UNWTO (http://www2.unwto.org/content/why-tourism; “Current developments and forecasts”; UNWTO), ... Read more

March 28, 2017June 22, 2017

Responsible tourism and social actions are given a greater emphasis in the 5th edition of WTM Latin America

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Participants will be able to learn a little bit more about the Viagem do Bem, Just a Drop and UNICEF projects, in addition to attending conferences that deal with the ... Read more

March 21, 2017June 1, 2017

Google will be at the 5th edition of WTM Latin America

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Executives will present the evolution of the platforms and the digital ecosystem, in addition to the creation of the relationship of a brand with the tourist before ever planning a ... Read more

March 20, 2017June 1, 2017

Facebook will be attending WTM Latin America 2017

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Executives from the company present research regarding the influence of mobile phones on travel purchases and tourists’ behaviour At the 5th edition of WTM Latin America, which will be held ... Read more

March 20, 2017June 1, 2017

Amadeus will be presenting a Big Data tool during the 5th edition of WTM Latin America & the 47th Braztoa Business Event

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Amadeus, a technology provider which collaborates with clients and partners to build the future of travel, has confirmed that it will be taking part as an exhibitor and as a ... Read more

March 17, 2017June 1, 2017

Uruguay’s Minister of Tourism is taking part in WTM Latin America 2017 & the 47th Braztoa Business Event

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The Country is investing in and honouring the 5th edition of this event, which has become a reference in the region A friendly country and one that is home to ... Read more

March 16, 2017June 1, 2017

WTM Latin America 2017 invests in technology to connect participants

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The resource, which will be available for exhibitors, buyers and the press, will help promote strategic meetings Something significantly new for all participants will mark the fifth edition of WTM ... Read more

March 14, 2017June 1, 2017

WTM Latin America 2017 & the 47th Braztoa Business Event will host the first Ministerial Round Table on Tourism as a Tool for Development

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

WTM Latin America will be hosting the first Ministerial Round Table on Tourism as a Tool for Development. The agenda will form part of the World Travel Market Latin America ... Read more

March 9, 2017June 1, 2017

WTM Latin America launches a five-year commemorative logo for the event

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

WTM Latin America, celebrating its fifth anniversary, launches a new logo that reinforces the importance of the 2017 edition and of the activities scheduled for this year. The creation of ... Read more

March 6, 2017June 1, 2017

Registration is already open for WTM Speed Networking

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Meetings between buyers and exhibitors boost the generation of business World Travel Market Latin America 2017 & 47th Braztoa Business Meeting, the world’s main event for the Latin American travel ... Read more

March 2, 2017June 1, 2017

Registration is open for the road caravans to WTM Latin America 2017 & the 47th Braztoa Business Event

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Braztoa (the Brazilian Tour Operators Association) has already opened registration for the traditional road caravans to WTM Latin America 2017 & the 47th Braztoa Business Event, which will take place ... Read more

March 1, 2017June 1, 2017

Result of an unprecedented survey regarding the satisfaction of customers with the industry companies is the theme at the Conference Theatre

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Specialist in digital transformation presents INSC Viagens The National Index of Consumer Satisfaction of the tourism industry (INSC Viagens) will be one of the topics covered at the fifth edition ... Read more

February 20, 2017June 1, 2017

WTM Latin America & the Braztoa Business Event bring together more than 1,300 representatives from the trade in activities in Latin America

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The event’s team visited eight countries in South America and Central América The promotional action in Bogotá brought together 83 representatives of the Colombian travel industry. Latin America was the ... Read more

February 16, 2017June 1, 2017

Palestine makes debut at WTM Latin America

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

A Palestinian delegation will be at World Travel Market Latin America for the first time, as part of the destination’s drive to boost visitor numbers by 10% in 2017. The ... Read more

February 6, 2017June 2, 2017

WTM Latin America’s Senior Exhibition Director talks about what’s new in the 5th edition of the event

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

On a visit to Brazil, Charlie Cracknell underlined the importance of uniting technology, relationships and business generation The Senior Exhibition Director of Reed Exhibitions, Charlie Cracknell, was in São Paulo ... Read more

January 31, 2017June 2, 2017

Registration for WTM Latin America 2017 & 47th Braztoa Business Event is now open

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The event will take place in Expo Center Norte in São Paulo from 4 – 6 April Registration for the fifth edition of WTM Latin America, the main global event ... Read more

January 18, 2017June 2, 2017

WTM Latin America & the 47th Braztoa Business Event sign partnership deals with HotelMap and Oneworld

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Agreements guarantee advantages and discounts when buying airline tickets and booking hotels for the fifth edition of the event For its 2017 edition, WTM Latin America & the 47th Business ... Read more

December 1, 2016May 24, 2017

How travel agencies can benefit from the rise of blogs

Blogging

by Guilherme Tetamanti At the end of 2015 I was invited by a well-respected travel agency to a meeting. I confess I was suspicious; after all, the relationship between participants ... Read more

November 4, 2016June 22, 2017

Trips to festivals are a promising niche market for the travel industry

Trends

by Priscila Brito There are those who travel in search of history, of flavours or of adventure; and then there are those who travel to music festivals. Because of music-driven ... Read more

November 1, 2016May 24, 2017

Ten tips for boosting your participation in shows

Events, Professional Development

By Luciane Leite, Exhibition Manager – WTM Latin America Shows are one of the most important promotional tools in the travel and tourism sector, a versatile industry that is hungry for ... Read more

September 28, 2016June 22, 2017

Brazilian tourism gains with an income tax rate of 6%

Destinations, Trends

by Magda Nassar, Braztoa’s President On July 21, 2016 Brazilian tourism entities celebrated the fact that the rate of 6% for income tax deducted at source (IRRF) on remittances abroad ... Read more

September 14, 2016June 20, 2017

Happy people are more successful!

Professional Development

Positive psychology, neuroscience and emotional intelligence have published various studies (www.6seconds.org; “Authentic Happiness”, Martin Seligman) showing that happy people are more successful socially and professionally, have good health and a ... Read more

August 31, 2016June 22, 2017

The Economic Crisis Tests the Resilience of Brazil’s Tourism Industry

Destinations, Trends

by Marília Borges, Research Associate, Euromonitor International Brazil is currently undergoing a strong recessionary cycle, with soaring inflation rates, volatile exchanges rates and retraction in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) – ... Read more

August 1, 2016May 24, 2017

Travel Agents are fundamental for cruises

Trends

by Marco Ferraz, President of CLIA ABREMAR BRASIL Investing in a specialization and professional qualification for selling cruises is fundamental to the success of the work of a travel agent. ... Read more

July 24, 2016June 22, 2017

The possible impacts of ‘Brexit’ on tourism

Trends

We all have our own opinions about the decision taken by the United Kingdom to leave the European Union, the so-called ‘Brexit’. It’s not our place to make any type ... Read more

June 24, 2016September 18, 2017

Foreign exchange and the resilience of tourism

Disability, Trends

by Jeanine Pires The years 2015 and now 2016 have been particularly difficult for Brazil and this has been reflected in both the economy of the continent and in various ... Read more