August 16, 2019

Saving the Rhino – a worthy campaign close to all our hearts

Blog

If this is news to you, you must have been living under a rock for the last 6 years or so! Saving the Rhino’s has become a ubiquitous phrase for ... Read more

August 15, 2019

WTM Latin America arranges an agenda with Aerolíneas Argentinas and MPI Brasil

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The initiative is part of the Leaders Meeting programme, headed up by the event’s directors The team from WTM Latin America met with Aerolíneas Argentinas and MPI Brasil to discuss ... Read more

August 15, 2019August 15, 2019

6 Simple Things in the Hospitality and Travel Industry that create a Luxurious Difference

Luxury, WTM Team

It is a well-known fact that it’s the little things that make a big difference – especially when you are in the travel industry. When a client’s experience is comprised ... Read more

August 15, 2019August 15, 2019

What should tourism’s new stories be?

WTM Team

“Can tourism help us find the stories we need?” I posed this question in my previous blog for this site. Since then several people have asked me what I think ... Read more

August 15, 2019December 9, 2019

American podcast giants move into UK as demand grows for audio

Uncategorised

IN my last blog post for WTM London, I highlighted podcasts as being one of the main topics of conversation at the Traverse content creator conference in Italy. (SEO, ... Read more

August 15, 2019August 15, 2019

The impact of technology on business and leisure travellers

Technology

There is a convincing argument that the travel industry invented e-commerce. In the 1960s, American Airlines and IBM developed the first-ever computerised customer reservation system. Fast forward to the first ... Read more

August 15, 2019September 11, 2019

Saving the Rhino – a worthy campaign close to all our hearts

Blog, Trends

If this is news to you, you must have been living under a rock for the last 6 years or so! Saving the Rhino’s has become a ubiquitous phrase for ... Read more

August 15, 2019August 15, 2019

Second shortlist unveiled for International Travel & Tourism Awards 2019

Awards, WTM London

The second line-up of shortlisted candidates for the International Travel & Tourism Awards (ITTAs), presented by WTM, is revealed today (Thursday 15 August). More than 90 nominations have been shortlisted ... Read more

August 14, 2019October 24, 2019

WTM Latin America publishes the results of the 7th Edition of the Satisfaction Survey

Press Releases, Responsible Tourism, WTM Latin America

Overall indices in terms of satisfaction and return to the event are up WTM Latin America, the leading B2B event for the Latin American travel industry, presents the indices in ... Read more

August 14, 2019

Saving the Rhino – a worthy campaign close to all our hearts

Blog

If this is news to you, you must have been living under a rock for the last 6 years or so! Saving the Rhino’s has become a ubiquitous phrase for ... Read more

August 13, 2019November 29, 2019

Three reasons for you to put yourself forward for the WTM Latin America Responsible Tourism Awards

Responsible Tourism

By Gustavo Pinto The first edition of the WTM Latin America Responsible Tourism Awards is taking place in 2020. This widely-renowned award has been held since 2004 during WTM London ... Read more

August 9, 2019July 10, 2020

How to Harness the Power of Influencer Marketing

Previous Podcast

Listen now on iTunes Listen now on Spotify With around 3.5 billion people actively engaged in social media, it has become integral to the success of a business, particularly ... Read more

August 7, 2019August 18, 2020

We’re in 2019 and blogs haven’t died

Blog, marketing, Social Media, Technology, Trends

Search the web and it’s not difficult to find articles announcing the end of blogs. Texts from times as far away (in internet times) as 2008 were already claiming that ... Read more

August 5, 2019October 8, 2019

Tourism needs new stories

Carbon & Water, Social Economy

Across Europe, the beginning of August signifies the beginning of the long summer holiday. Children are all off school for several weeks. Parliaments shut for a while. Stuck for anything ... Read more

July 30, 2019July 30, 2019

Digital transformation in tourism: how to begin?

Blog, Technology, Trends

By Marta Poggi We’re experiencing a digital transformation in tourism, as are many sectors in the economy, and there’s no turning back. We know that this transformation goes far beyond ... Read more

July 25, 2019September 11, 2019

WATER: Our Dwindling Resource

Blogging

I’m sure most of you think Cape Town when you think of a drought crisis. Think again. South Africa is facing a water crisis across the country, as is the ... Read more

July 25, 2019July 30, 2019

First shortlist unveiled for International Travel & Tourism Awards 2019

Awards, Press Releases, WTM London

The first line-up of shortlisted candidates for the International Travel & Tourism Awards (ITTAs), presented by WTM, is revealed today (Thursday 25 July). More than 90 nominations have been shortlisted ... Read more

July 24, 2019July 30, 2019

Take responsibility “don’t turn a blind eye to child abuse.”

Human Rights, Responsible Tourism, Responsible Tourism

The Archers will be familiar to many UK readers of this post. It a radio soap with over 5 million listeners and a further million listening online. Launched in 1951 ... Read more

July 22, 2019

WTM Latin America returns to the Leader Meetings agenda

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The board met executives from the corporate programme to discuss innovations and changes for 2020 Luciane Leite, director of WTM Latin America, welcomed executives Eduardo Murad, executive director of ALAGEV ... Read more

July 15, 2019July 15, 2019

Accessible tourism matters for everyone, not just the wealthy

Disability, Responsible Tourism, Responsible Tourism

For a long time, those making a case for accessible tourism for people with disabilities have argued that there is a large market composed of those with special needs and ... Read more

July 12, 2019August 12, 2019

Blockchain in travel: hype or reality?

Technology

Blockchain is certainly causing excitement in the travel tech market. As companies and providers look for opportunities to use the technology, it is dividing opinions among specialists: does it create ... Read more

July 10, 2019October 27, 2023

Registration is now open for the WTM Latin America Responsible Tourism Awards

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Launched in April during the show, the awards will comprise four categories in its first edition The registration process for the first edition of the WTM Latin America Responsible Tourism ... Read more

July 9, 2019August 14, 2020

Making Strides In LGBT+ Tourism with Ian Johnson

Diversity & Inclusion, Previous Podcast

Listen now on iTunes Listen now on Spotify In a competitive industry like travel and tourism, how can companies ensure that they appeal to all demographics? This month’s Pride ... Read more

July 4, 2019August 8, 2019

Blockchain in travel: hype or reality?

Blog

July 4, 2019

Huge American contingency set to tempt WTM London visitors

Press Releases, WTM London, WTM Portfolio

Meet the United Greats of America at WTM London’s 40th Anniversary show Travel and tourism representatives from all over America have committed in huge numbers to WTM London 2019 – ... Read more

July 2, 2019July 2, 2019

Tourism is not working. And that’s a good thing.

Responsible Tourism, Social Economy

Most of our time is defined by work. It is how we afford the things we need and want. But more than that – it’s assumed as a measure of ... Read more

June 26, 2019April 22, 2020

WTM AFRICA AWARDS

Awards, Video, WTM Africa

June 25, 2019June 25, 2019

The industry needs to focus on implementing solutions: WTM London & the Awards

Responsible Tourism

As the sector bumps up against the limits to growth in a finite world, we need to focus on solutions. From global warming to overtourism, from flooding and potable water ... Read more

June 25, 2019June 25, 2019

Travel Forward announces second annual Startup Competition

Press Releases, Travel Forward

Travel Forward, the only dedicated global event serving the entire travel and hospitality technology ecosystem, confirms that Amadeus is continuing its sponsorship of the Startup Showcase and Competition for 2019. ... Read more

June 21, 2019

A Spotlight on the High-Spending Chinese Tourists

Luxury

There is a Chinese proverb that goes, “When the wind of change blows, some build walls, while others build windmills.” When you’re in the tourism and travel industry, you know ... Read more

June 20, 2019June 20, 2019

BorderlessLive to launch with high-profile exhibitors

Press Releases, WTM Portfolio

BorderlessLive is the brand-new event where creative thinkers, worldwide brands and destinations from across the globe will come together for a festive style exhibition and conference. This one-of-a-kind event, ... Read more

June 19, 2019April 22, 2020

WTM Latin America 2019 – Travel changes lives

Travel Industry, Video, WTM Latin America

We all know that travel has the power to change lives. We asked our exhibitors how it has changed theirs.

June 19, 2019June 19, 2019

Why every tourism company should join the new Climate Perks holiday scheme

Responsible Tourism

Climate Perks is a new pilot scheme that has just been launched by 10:10, the UK-based climate solutions NGO. As its new website explains, “Climate Perks employers offer paid ‘journey ... Read more

June 12, 2019

We need to talk about carbon emissions in the travel and tourism industry in Latin America

Blog, Responsible Tourism

By Gustavo Pinto M.A. in Responsible Tourism – Manchester Metropolitan University, UK Advisor in Responsible Tourism for WTM Latin America Director of Inverted America Journeys The travel and tourism sector ... Read more

June 12, 2019June 12, 2019

The WTM Latin America Responsible Tourism Awards are launched

Blog, Responsible Tourism

June 11, 2019June 11, 2019

Plastic: Going Beyond Straws

Carbon & Water, Responsible Tourism

The problem is not plastic, the problem is waste plastic. Attenborough’s Blue Planet exposure of plastic waste in our oceans has raised awareness of the issue, and there has been ... Read more

June 11, 2019July 15, 2019

China, Saudi, travel tech and innovation, dominate ATM 2019 agenda

Arabian Travel Market

Chinese visitors up over 100% & international visitors up 20% Massive potential of Saudi Arabia’s new ‘White Oil’ recognised Travel & tourism technology now beyond disruption, say experts This year’s ... Read more

June 4, 2019June 4, 2019

What can tourism learn from other industries?

Responsible Tourism

Not a lot apparently. Next week is the annual Responsible Business Summit Europe. Organised by Ethical Corporation, it brings together senior executives from some of the biggest companies in the ... Read more

May 31, 2019June 7, 2019

WTM Latin America convenes its Advisory Board and starts planning for 2020

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Luciane Leite welcomed directors who discussed new ideas and proposals for the next edition of the event On Thursday (30) in the headquarters of Reed Exhibitions, WTM Latin America’s director, ... Read more

May 31, 2019April 23, 2020

ATM Hotel Industry Summit – Session 2: The ‘New Normal’ Digital Transformation Secrets Revealed

Video

To stay relevant, hospitality brands must place guests at the centre of all innovation and transformation strategies, leveraging technology to create meaningful experiences at scale. How can hotel firms create ... Read more

May 31, 2019April 23, 2020

ATM Hotel Industry Summit – Session 1: Regional Development and Investment Hotspots

Video

The first ATM Hotel Industry Summit will turn the spotlight on upcoming developments, technologies and concepts that will shape the region’s hospitality sector going forward. From new infrastructure and regional ... Read more

May 30, 2019May 30, 2019

10 reasons to enter the International Travel & Tourism Awards

Professional Development, WTM Team

The International Travel & Tourism Awards, presented by WTM London take place on Tuesday 5 November 2019 at Magazine, London and are now open for entries. Here are ten reasons why ... Read more

May 28, 2019

Why the Doughnut is a Problem for Tourism

Responsible Tourism

It is official. Yesterday the 34-member Anthropocene Working Group (AWG) determined that we have now entered, in geological terms, the Anthropocene: the Age of Man. The group is still to ... Read more

May 24, 2019October 13, 2022

Rethinking hospitality: 3 main trends that are transforming the industry

Blog, Hospitality

By Carolina Sass de Haro Market Specialist, Latin America, Phocuswright Before we get to the trends, it is important to understand what the hospitality industry represents. According to Phocuswright’s travel ... Read more

May 23, 2019

Realising Augmented Reality’s potential

Social Media

On September 1, the Cranborne Chase will launch an app using augmented reality to promote its wares. It’s an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AoNB), largely in West Wiltshire and ... Read more

May 23, 2019May 23, 2019

How to make the most of your ITTA win

Events, Wellness

Case study: Slovenian Tourist Board (STB) We recently spoke with Maja Pak, Director at the STB and Frank Marr, from AM+A Marketing and Media Relations, who represents the STB to ... Read more

May 21, 2019May 21, 2019

Travel Forward exhibitors sign up for more space to secure more deals

Travel Forward

Travel Forward – driving next generation technology for travel and hospitality – is welcoming back a number of exhibitors, many of whom are taking bigger stands as a result of ... Read more

May 21, 2019May 23, 2019

My four least favourite phrases that tourism should stop using

Responsible Tourism, RT Marketing

Last Friday, the Guardian newspaper announced that it was updating its style guide “to introduce terms that more accurately describe the environmental crises facing the world.” The paper’s editor Katherine ... Read more

May 20, 2019June 6, 2019

WTM Latin America invests in live marketing actions

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

In partnership with B2Live, the event innovates in actions and experiences involving the public The latest edition of WTM Latin America, which was attended by more than 19,000 participants during ... Read more

May 17, 2019May 17, 2019

How Can Travel Brands Make Things More Personal For Luxury Travellers?

Luxury

When talking about travel trends, ‘experience’ has been the keyword in trends across the travel industry. As a whole, consumers are choosing to spend on things that enhance their lives ... Read more

May 16, 2019July 10, 2020

Episode 10 – How Podcasting Can Strengthen Your Brand

Previous Podcast

Listen now on iTunes Listen now on Spotify The rise of podcasting into the mainstream has been significant and more and more businesses are seeing audio on demand as ... Read more

May 14, 2019May 14, 2019

How tourism operators can protect thousands of wild animals

Blog, Charity

By João Almeida – Wildlife Manager of World Animal Protection The exploitation of wild animals for entertainment is still a sad reality around the world. Behind events that appear to ... Read more

May 14, 2019May 16, 2019

Tourism can be a force for good on biodiversity

Responsible Tourism

Just yesterday we heard that Victor Vescovo had descended some 11km to the deepest place in the ocean, the deepest dive ever. He discovered new species of prawn-like crustaceans and ... Read more

May 14, 2019

Iconic red Routemaster bus to feature at WTM London 2019

Press Releases, WTM London

Unique afternoon tea sightseeing tour want a bigger slice of the tourism market An iconic red London bus will take centre stage in the UK & Ireland area of ... Read more

May 13, 2019May 13, 2019

Innovate or Renew?

Blog, Technology

By Vitor Bauab – CEO of the BBG Brasil Group The importance of innovation in organizations is a topic that is becoming increasingly more frequent in the corporate environment. Particularly nowadays, ... Read more

May 9, 2019May 9, 2019

ITTA Awards prove they are the Industry Stamp of Approval

Blog

Shortly after the International Travel & Tourism Awards (ITTAs) evening last year, we reached out to all the winners as we wanted to find out if winning an award meant ... Read more

May 8, 2019June 6, 2019

Small Ways Tour Operators Can Create Big Changes for the Environment

Blog, Certification, Development, Responsible Tourism

By Sharon Conceição Addressing climate change in the adventure travel industry isn’t an easy task. At times, it can even be quite overwhelming, especially for tour operators running small businesses. ... Read more

May 8, 2019October 13, 2022

Trends and Innovation in Tourism and the Hotel Trade

Blog, Technology

By Marta Poggi The increasing use of new technologies has changed consumer behaviour and had a direct impact on tourism business. The 4.0 traveller uses a mobile phone at every ... Read more

May 7, 2019

Gold ITTA award enhances Slovenia’s global reputation

Awards, Press Releases

Slovenia has boosted the profile of its tourism and wellness credentials, thanks to its victory at the inaugural International Travel & Tourism Awards, presented by WTM London. The Slovenian ... Read more

May 7, 2019May 16, 2019

The week when everything changed

Carbon & Water

I wanted to write about May Day. I wanted to write about working less and remaking our connection to the earth. I really didn’t want to write about climate change. ... Read more

May 1, 2019

Machine learning and artificial intelligence will revolutionise the way you do business, GCC tourism firms told at ATM 2019

Arabian Travel Market

Companies that embrace innovation will be best placed to ‘sell travel’ to Gulf customers, according to panellists at ATM 2019 Striking the right balance between high-tech and high-touch will be ... Read more

May 1, 2019

Diversify and digitise to attract younger Muslim travellers, GCC destinations told at ATM 2019

Arabian Travel Market

Hospitality firms should offer tailored, halal-friendly products to appeal to younger Muslim travellers, experts tell attendees at ATM 2019 Halal tourism expected to create 1.2 million jobs in the Middle ... Read more

May 1, 2019

ATM to launch inaugural M.E. edition of Travel Forward in 2020

Arabian Travel Market

Event to showcase next-gen industry innovations as part of Middle East’s largest gathering of hospitality professionals Conference will connect buyers and suppliers from around the world, enabling delegates to take ... Read more

May 1, 2019April 23, 2020

Attracting the Sustainable Visitor

Responsible Tourism, Video

This panel discusses the impact of attracting the sustainability-focused visitor, both locally and globally, through various sustainability, eco-tourism and biodiversity initiatives in the UAE. It will also highlight the importance ... Read more

April 30, 2019May 16, 2019

The aviation industry is our sector’s Achilles’ heel.

Responsible Tourism

Last week the UK’s Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Secretary, Michael Gove, admitted that “we have not done nearly enough” on man-made climate change. Gove went on, “Suddenly in the ... Read more

April 30, 2019April 30, 2019

Morocco wins Best Stand Design at Arabian Travel Market 2019

Arabian Travel Market

Morocco wins Best Stand Design at Arabian Travel Market 2019 Popular ‘Best Stand Awards’ recognises North African tourism board’s representation of a traditional townhouse Other stands awarded for their ... Read more

April 30, 2019

Emirates President “satisfied” with performance amid numerable industry headwinds

Arabian Travel Market

Emirates will post a “positive” annual result shortly despite variable fuel prices, currency volatility and geopolitical headwinds, President Sir Tim Clark told ATM delegates today. Speaking in a discussion with ... Read more

April 30, 2019August 12, 2019

Travel Forward pays off for Ixaris

Travel Forward

Global B2B payments optimisation company, Ixaris, is increasing its stand size at Travel Forward 2019 by 70%. This comes after signing a deal with the potential to realise £50 million ... Read more

April 30, 2019

Saudi Arabia’s USD 25 billion ‘White Oil’ market is the key to economic diversification, say tourism experts at ATM

Arabian Travel Market

Tourism related sectors expected to generate 3.3 per cent of KSA GDP in 2019 Hospitality, leisure and entertainment will play a major role in realising Saudi Vision 2030, according to ... Read more

April 29, 2019April 30, 2019

GCC hospitality companies must appeal to ‘free independent travellers’ in order to unlock a larger share of China’s growing outbound tourist market

Arabian Travel Market

Gulf hospitality firms can attract younger Chinese tourists with tech-enabled services and unique experiences, according to experts speaking at ATM 2019 The GCC is expected to attract 2.9 million Chinese ... Read more

April 29, 2019April 22, 2020

The UAE is embedding sustainability into its DNA

Video

“THE UAE is embedding sustainability into its DNA” Dina Mustafa @Expo2020Dubai talks about how they’re attracting sustainable visitors to the UAE. #IdeasArriveHere #NewIdeas #NewInspiration #NewBusiness

April 29, 2019April 22, 2020

THE UAE is embedding sustainability into its DNA

Video

THE UAE is embedding sustainability into its DNA” Dina Mustafa @Expo2020Dubai talks about how they’re attracting sustainable visitors to the UAE. #IdeasArriveHere #NewIdeas #NewInspiration #NewBusiness

April 29, 2019May 3, 2019

Saudi Arabia’s Tourism; Mega Projects and a New Vision of Openness to the World

Blog

Dubai’s Arabian Travel Market (ATM) is an opportunity to promote Saudi Arabia’s tourism products, services and destinations, as well as its tourism investment opportunities. The annual world-renowned event also contributes ... Read more

April 29, 2019

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum opens 2019 edition of Arabian Travel Market

Arabian Travel Market

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation, inaugurates ATM 2019 Middle East’s largest travel and tourism event ... Read more

April 29, 2019

ATM 2019’s Global Stage gears up for in-depth industry discussions on key travel and tourism trends

Arabian Travel Market

Saudi Arabia’s hospitality market, hotel industry and halal tourism among key topics to be discussed on ATM Global Stage Several high-profile speakers confirmed include Emirates Airline’s Sir Tim Clark and ... Read more

April 25, 2019April 25, 2019

Uber + Zoom: great employee experiences, good for business too

Blog

How to build a future-proof travel policy Is your company travel policy prepared for changes in traveler trends and tech? For travel managers, the day-to-day responsibility of managing a travel ... Read more

April 25, 2019

Facing down challenges and seizing opportunities in the airline business

Aviation

The airline industry has always faced its share of challenges. The key to survival is a rigorous management of costs whilst being versatile in adapting to shifts in market conditions ... Read more

April 24, 2019

WTM Latin America 2019 is the largest to date

Press Releases, WTM Latin America, WTM Portfolio

The seventh edition of WTM Latin America saw record-breaking numbers and an increase all around. Early unique participant numbers from the show, which took place from Tuesday 2 to Thursday ... Read more

April 23, 2019April 23, 2020

WTM Latin America 2019 – Travel changes lives

Video

We all know that travel has the power to change lives. WTM Latin America asked their exhibitors how it has changed theirs.

April 23, 2019April 23, 2020

Thank you to our Heroes from WTM Africa

Video

From our homes to yours… We want to thank all the essential workers on the front line of this pandemic – the heroes of South Africa and the world – ... Read more

April 22, 2019May 16, 2019

How should tourism mark Earth Day 2019?

Responsible Tourism

This Monday – April 22, is Earth Day. It’s the 49th anniversary of the event, first celebrated in 1970. And this year, the theme is “Protect our Species”. What should ... Read more

April 19, 2019June 6, 2019

WTM Latin America registers more than 19,400 participants at the 2019 edition

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The figures represent a 12% growth over the previous year WTM Latin America’s 7th edition, which was held between April 2nd and April 4th, at Expo Center Norte in the ... Read more

April 18, 2019April 18, 2019

Case Study: The future of distribution

Technology, Uncategorised

In this interview, Nayan Peshkar, SVP of Digital, Distribution & Revenue Strategy at Millennium Hotels & Resorts presents a case study on how his brand has worked successfully with distribution, ... Read more

April 18, 2019

3 Multi-city Trends and Why You Should Care

Technology, The Travel Tech Show, Uncategorised

The travel industry is absolutely massive ($1.6 trillion in 2017)! But, with a massive market comes massive competition. The industry that thrives on beautiful Instagram photos and elite festivals (Fyre ... Read more

April 18, 2019April 18, 2019

Making A Difference In The World With International Marine Volunteers

Blog

At International Marine Volunteers our mission is to inspire our volunteers to make a difference in the world around them by providing them with life-changing opportunities and experiences, and creating ... Read more

April 17, 2019April 25, 2019

5 new and luxurious resorts that encourage the indulgent

Luxury

Unlike hotels where guests can sometimes book nights out of necessity, resorts are an entirely different business wherein guests book simply because they want to indulge. From equine therapy to ... Read more

April 16, 2019May 16, 2019

Carbon moves up the political agenda – action is overdue

Responsible Tourism

The strikes by school children demanding government action in climate change are growing, reflecting the next generation’s concern about the impact on their future, as they become voters expect to ... Read more

April 15, 2019April 23, 2020

What happened at WTM Africa 2019

Video

Highlights from the WTM Africa show 2019

April 12, 2019April 12, 2019

5 Best international destinations for Indian weddings

ATM Holiday Shopper

Are you a recently engaged Indian couple that’s looking to have a destination wedding outside India? Here’s a list of the 5 best places to have your Indian wedding abroad… ... Read more

April 11, 2019

Connecting South Africa to unveil its hidden tourism gems By Dr. Nomvuselelo Songelwa

Blog

Today’s travellers are looking increasingly for the ‘perfect’ and ‘authentic’ travel experience to share with their friends and followers on Instagram, Facebook or YouTube. But finding these unique and hidden ... Read more

April 10, 2019April 10, 2019

Marketing to the modern Muslim traveller

Halal Tourism, Trends

While some Halal tourism networks showcase outstanding promotional services to their audiences, many travel professionals still struggle to address their Muslim travellers’ needs. A panel of thought leaders in the ... Read more

April 10, 2019April 24, 2019

Travel Forward Latin America: Vision, Strategy, Delivery

The Travel Tech Show, Travel Forward, WTM Latin America

Expectations ran high for this, inaugural event, taking the principles of the Travel Forward technology conference to an international audience and showing how technology needs to adapt to the broadest range ... Read more

April 10, 2019April 10, 2019

Saudi tourism sector worth over $70 billion in 2019

Arabian Travel Market

New leisure and tourism facilities forecast to fuel domestic tourism at 8% per year until 2023, says new Arabian Travel Market report 33% of delegates, exhibitors and visitors to Arabian ... Read more

April 10, 2019May 16, 2019

Netflix’s new David Attenborough series Our Planet shows us what tourism’s future might be

Responsible Tourism

“Hamstrung by the idea that any mention of eco-problems would make audiences switch off, and the broadcasters’ preferred strategy of hoping that sharing incredible sights around the world would inspire ... Read more

April 5, 2019April 9, 2019

What kind of holiday package is best for you?

ATM Holiday Shopper

Holiday packages are ideal, with increasing number of travelers opting for this choice over the traditional bed and breakfast options. If you’ve never experienced tour packages before, don’t let the ... Read more