November 7, 2022November 11, 2022

Industry Report: Recovery might take longer than anticipated

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, 2022November 3, 2022

Responsible Tourism at WTM London

Blog, Responsible Tourism

As Juliette Losardo, WTM London’s exhibition director, said back in September: “Building a robust and responsible future for travel and tourism is a priority, and World Travel Market London aims ... 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 3, 2022November 3, 2022

Travel and tourism experts discuss reducing waste and environmentally responsible partnerships at ATM Advisory Board meeting

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Travel and tourism industry leaders from across the Middle East support Arabian Travel Market’s 2023 theme ‘Working towards net zero’ with a raft of sustainable initiatives Travel and tourism ... 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

November 1, 2022November 15, 2022

Saudi confirmed as Premier Partner for a second year running at World Travel Market London

Press Releases, WTM London

Saudi, the authentic home of Arabia, has been announced as Premier Partner of World Travel Market London 2022 for the second year running. Saudi’s Vision 2030 strategy is an ambitious ... Read more

October 31, 2022October 31, 2022

Travel: the key moments of 2022

Blog, Travel Industry, Trends

By Lisa James, Co-Editor, Travel Gossip It’s been another eventful year in the travel industry and, as the world looks forward to 2023, Travel Gossip has been looking back at ... 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 26, 2022November 3, 2022

Tourism & Tech: Developing an innovative solution

Blog, Technology, Travel Industry, Trends

The chaotic period that the tourism industry has overpassed during the past few years made us rethink our travelling habits and adapt to new ways of travel. The triumphant return ... Read more

October 26, 2022October 25, 2022

Airlines – it’s still a long climb for women in leadership positions

Aviation, Blog, Women in Travel

The airline industry is slowly beginning to recognise the need to improve its credentials with respect to diversity and inclusion and leading this effort is to reduce the disparity between ... 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 24, 2022October 26, 2022

How fintech innovation solves common travel and hospitality pain points

Blog, Hospitality, Technology

Over the last few years, technology has made an appreciable impact on the travel and hospitality sectors, improving efficiency, reducing costs and providing enhanced customer experiences. Today, as fintech solutions ... 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 21, 2022October 25, 2022

There is growing demand for sustainable travel – don’t miss out

Blog, Responsible Tourism, Responsible Tourism Spotlight, Social Economy

Consumer surveys by Booking.com, Expedia, Euromonitor, IBM, and the Boston Consulting Group reveal a rapidly changing market. Consumers from nearly all source markets, in ever greater numbers, are seeking more ... Read more

October 20, 2022October 20, 2022

Arabian Travel Market 2023 launches sustainable stand award

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

ATM introduces a ‘Best Stand Build Incorporating Sustainability Initiatives’ for the 2023 annual exhibitor awards to recognise exhibitors that have made exceptional efforts to reduce their environmental impact and support ... 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 20, 2022October 24, 2022

China National Tourist Office London Representing China at WTM: Looking Back on the Past, Looking Towards to the Future

Blog, Travel Industry

As CNTO London returns to the physical World Travel Market show for the first time since November 2019, we would like to take this opportunity to reflect on the activities ... 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 19, 2022October 18, 2022

Sabre Hospitality collaborate with World Travel Market London

Press Releases, WTM London

WTM London confirms Sabre Hospitality as sponsor of their Technology Stage at this year’s World Travel Market; with company President, Scott Wilson, leading a session on how retailing will revolutionise ... Read more

October 19, 2022October 18, 2022

Euromonitor and World Travel Market showcase travel’s digital and sustainable innovations

WTM London

Senior experts from leading business intelligence and consulting specialist Euromonitor International will showcase the best of digital, consumer-centric and sustainable travel innovations at World Travel Market London. The ‘Powered Up: ... Read more

October 18, 2022November 17, 2022

Meet the finalists in-line for a WTM Responsible Tourism Award

Reed Exhibitions, Responsible Tourism, WTM London, WTM Portfolio

Those shortlisted for a WTM Responsible Tourism Award have been announced for 2022. After an extensive process, there are businesses and destinations, from 21 countries, being recognised as finalists in the WTM Responsible ... Read more

October 18, 2022

World Travel Market London looks to the future with Rohit Talwar

Press Releases, Reed Exhibitions, WTM London, WTM Portfolio

The future of travel is centre stage at this year’s World Travel Market London, with the opening keynote to be presented by futurist, Rohit Talwar. Talwar is co-founder and CEO ... Read more

October 14, 2022October 17, 2022

The Return of Business Travel: trends, changes and recovery for 2022 and beyond

Blog, Business Travel, Resilience and Recovery, Travel Industry, Trends

The summer season has paved the way for the return of leisure air travel. The US Travel Association’s latest travel data for September 2022 showed that after four straight months ... 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 12, 2022October 13, 2022

Airlines move from a torrid summer to an uncertain winter

Aviation, Blog, Economy, Resilience and Recovery

The Covid pandemic has taken the airline business through the worst nightmare imaginable over the last three years and whilst things looked up for the summer, circumstances conspired to make ... 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 11, 2022

Explorer Levison Wood to speak at World Travel Market London

Press Releases, Reed Exhibitions, WTM London, WTM Portfolio

UK explorer, best-selling author, photographer and filmmaker Levison Wood will share stories from his unique and inspiring adventures in more than 100 countries when he takes to the Future Stage ... Read more

October 7, 2022

New exhibitors descend on World Travel Market London 2022

Press Releases, Reed Exhibitions, WTM London, WTM Portfolio

World Travel Market London (WTM) 7-9 November, is expecting to facilitate a record number of deals this year as the growing number of new and returning exhibitors grows, making the ... 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 6, 2022

Why the travel industry has everything to gain from the metaverse

Arabian Travel Market, Blog, WTM London

History tends to repeat itself, particularly in the travel industry. We resist or fear change, predicting the end to life in the sector as we know it; then we adapt; ... Read more

October 4, 2022

Accessibility can mean many things to many people. What does it mean to you?

Blog, Responsible Tourism

* By Mellina Hernandes, Tourismologist and creator of 4 Patas pelo Mundo Sounds, smells, tastes, touch, are some of the sensations that are explored by a blind tourist when ... Read more

October 4, 2022October 7, 2022

Global travel sector figureheads report achievement and vision for the future in WTM London Yearbook 2022

WTM London, WTM Portfolio

World Travel Market shall once again produce its yearbook dedicated to documenting the achievements, milestones and ambitions of the global travel and tourism sector. Entitled ‘The WTM London Yearbook 2022 ... 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 4, 2022October 1, 2022

Ministers’ Summit challenges sector to rethink tourism industry at World Travel Market London

Press Releases, Travel Industry, WTM London, WTM Portfolio

Ministers’ Summit challenges sector to rethink tourism industry at World Travel Market London Tourism leaders from across the globe will convene again for the Ministers’ Summit at World Travel Market ... 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

October 3, 2022October 1, 2022

EasyJet holidays boss to speak at WTM World Responsible Tourism Day

Aviation, Press Releases, Reed Exhibitions, Responsible Tourism, Responsible Tourism, Responsible Tourism, Responsible Tourism Spotlight, Travel Industry, WTM London, WTM Portfolio

The head of the first major UK tour operator to offset carbon emissions from package holidays will share his vision for making travel more sustainable at World Travel Market ... 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 30, 2022September 28, 2022

User Generated Content Marketing: A Guide for Travel Brands

Arabian Travel Market, Blog, marketing, Social Media, WTM London

By Tom Mcloughlin, Founder, SEO Travel Social media is everywhere at this point in time, or at least it can sometimes feel like it is. Not only are plenty of ... Read more

September 28, 2022September 28, 2022

Arabian Travel Market 2023 to make Net Zero pledge

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

ATM will unveil 30 long-term goals to celebrate its 30th annual event as it works toward net zero Official theme to provide a platform for the ME travel and ... 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 27, 2022September 27, 2022

Dragon’s Den icon Steven Bartlett to hit the stage at World Travel Market London

Press Releases, Reed Exhibitions, Uncategorised, WTM London, WTM Portfolio

Dragon’s Den star and international brand guru Steven Bartlett has been unveiled as a headline speaker at World Travel Market London. Steven will share extracts from his rapid rise to ... Read more

September 26, 2022September 26, 2022

Is the era of low-cost air travel over?

Aviation, Blog, Economy, Resilience and Recovery, Travel Industry, Trends, WTM Team

Anyone trying to book flights this summer will know that securing seats to popular destinations has been both difficult and expensive. With so many pressures on airline costs, does this ... Read more

September 21, 2022September 16, 2022

Burnout expert Kelly Swingler to speak at World Travel Market London

Press Releases, WTM London, WTM Portfolio

World-renowned executive coach, burnout expert, inspirational speaker and author, Kelly Swingler, will be sharing her experience on how to have a successful career without jeopardising wellbeing at this year’s World ... Read more

September 15, 2022October 5, 2022

WTM Latin America celebrates 10 years and confirms the agenda for the 2023 edition

Press Releases

Under the theme “Explore New Horizons”, the event will be held from April 3rd to April 5th, in the white and green pavilions of the Expo Center Norte Exhibition Centre, ... Read more

September 15, 2022September 15, 2022

Arabian Travel Market 2023 signs partnership agreement with IHG Hotels & Resorts

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Leading international buyers and media attending ATM, to be hosted by hotels across IHG’s brand portfolio Arabian Travel Market (ATM), the leading travel and tourism event for inbound and outbound ... 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, 2022September 12, 2022

Watch this space: keynote session at WTM London probes space tourism

Press Releases, WTM London, WTM Portfolio

The former President of Virgin Galactic, Will Whitehorn, is set to present a keynote at World Travel Market London, 7-9 November 2022, exploring the astronomic potential for space tourism. Will ... 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 9, 2022September 5, 2022

From famine to feast

Aviation, Blog, Resilience and Recovery, Travel Industry, Trends

With agents and operators back in business in a big way, the challenge is to keep pace with demand, says Gemma Greenwood, Director, Content Inc. The travel trade has risen ... Read more

September 7, 2022September 7, 2022

Japan reopens its borders…slowly

Blog, Resilience, Resilience and Recovery, Travel Industry, WTM Team

By Mark Frary, Co-Founder, Travel Perspective There are a lot of countries around the world where the Covid pandemic has largely been forgotten with life returning to (almost) normal. However, ... Read more

September 6, 2022

Registration opens for World Travel Market London 2022

Press Releases, WTM London, WTM Portfolio

Registration is now open for the foremost global event of the international travel industry – World Travel Market London – taking place at London’s ExCeL on 7-9 November 2022. This ... Read more

September 5, 2022September 5, 2022

The winners of the WTM Latin America Responsible Tourism Awards show that sustainable development is a major trend in the travel and tourism sector

Blog, Responsible Tourism

*By Gustavo Pinto In 2022, WTM Latin America held the second edition of the Responsible Tourism Awards, the biggest event held in connection with this topic on our continent. With ... 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

September 2, 2022August 30, 2022

6 Ways to Use Virtual Tourism in Your Marketing Strategy

Blog, marketing, Technology, Travel Industry, Travel Technology, Trends

By Tom Mcloughlin, Founder, SEO Travel Virtual reality is a topic generating a lot of hype at the moment, with the majority of industries considering the ways that this technology ... Read more

August 30, 2022August 30, 2022

In the travel know with Jamie-Lee Abtar and Brian Young, Managing Director, EMEA, G Adventures

Podcast

In this episode, Jamie-Lee Abtar meets Brian Young, Managing Director, EMEA at G Adventures to discuss the importance of strong leadership and what it takes to set up your own ... Read more

August 25, 2022August 23, 2022

How should the travel sector deal with the aviation industry crisis? A Q & A with aviation recruitment leaders

Arabian Travel Market, Aviation, Blog, Resilience and Recovery, Travel Industry, Trends

Let’s throw back to a year ago when the prospect of travel returning to pre-pandemic days seemed to be an elusive possibility on the horizon. Plenty of fearless predictions foresaw ... Read more

August 19, 2022August 22, 2022

Scotland aims to be Europe’s leading travel tech hub

Arabian Travel Market, Blog, Technology, Travel Industry, Trends, WTM London

By Steve Keenan, Co-Founder, Travel Perspective Scotland is making a bold bid to become Europe’s leading travel technology laboratory and boost the country’s tourism industry. Travel Tech for Scotland (TTfS) ... Read more

August 8, 2022August 8, 2022

Jamie-Lee Abtar interviews and Donna Allcock, Strategy & Implementation Manager at Tourism Ireland

Podcast

In this episode, Jamie-Lee Abtar meets Donna Allcock, Strategy & Implementation Manager at Tourism Ireland to discuss Donna’s experience working in the travel industry and discusses the importance of having ... Read more

August 3, 2022August 15, 2022

Why more of us are travelling solo

Adventure, Arabian Travel Market, Blog, Trends, World Travel Market London

By Steve Keenan, Co-Founder, Travel Perspective There are more people travelling solo than ever before, with the pandemic accelerating a thirst for adventure after lockdown. Google searches for solo travel ... Read more

August 1, 2022August 1, 2022

In the travel know: Stig Williams, Head of International Travel & Partnerships, Avis Budget Group

Podcast

In this episode, Jamie-Lee Abtar sits down with Stig Williams, Head of International Travel & Partnerships, to discuss Stig’s story working in travel and his key factors that helped him ... Read more

July 28, 2022September 1, 2022

A Guide to Travel Influencer Marketing for Brands

Blog, Blogging, marketing, Social Media

By Tom Mcloughlin, Founder, SEO Travel Whether you work directly in the marketing industry or just brush alongside it as part of your role in travel, you’ll likely have heard ... Read more

July 15, 2022July 18, 2022

Industry staff shortages – it’s about more than just pay

Blog, Resilience and Recovery, Travel Industry

Our industry is fundamentally archaic in its approach to talent management and welfare, says Gemma Greenwood, Director, Content Inc. Now is the summer of our discontent, nowhere more so than ... Read more

July 5, 2022July 5, 2022

In the travel know with Jamie-Lee Abtar and Olly Nicholls, CEO of Attractions World

Podcast

In this episode, Jamie-Lee Abtar meets Olly Nicholls, CEO of Attractions World to talk about Olly’s journey working in the travel industry all the way from selling tickets around the ... Read more

July 5, 2022July 13, 2022

Europe is leading the Global Travel Recovery and sets the stage for World Travel Market London

Press Releases, WTM London

Global air travel is set to reach 65% of pre-pandemic levels this summer, according to the summer Travel Outlook Report 2022 produced by World Travel Market London (WTM) and analytics ... Read more

July 4, 2022July 5, 2022

Global air travel is set to recover 65% in Q3 Beach holidays lead as city tourism lags

Press Releases, WTM London

A new report, produced for the World Travel Market (WTM) by ForwardKeys, reveals that in the third quarter of the year, July, August and September, global air travel is set ... Read more

July 1, 2022June 29, 2022

How should brands cater to the LGBTQ+ traveller?

Blog, Diversity & Inclusion, LGBT

With an estimated annual spend of more than $218 billion worldwide prior to the pandemic, the LGBTQ+ travel market is armed and ready to explore the world. It’s not surprising ... Read more

June 28, 2022June 28, 2022

Taking Pride in LGBTQ+ Tourism, All Year Long

Blog, LGBT

*By John Tanzella, President & CEO of IGLTA Each June brings such bright rainbows. They’re part of LGBTQ+ Pride, an annual series of events around the world that remind us ... Read more

June 28, 2022June 27, 2022

What is the Difference Between Destination Management and Destination Marketing?

Blog, marketing, Travel Industry

By Tom Mcloughlin, Founder, SEO Travel What is the Difference Between Destination Management and Destination Marketing? Destination marketing is a topic that we’ve been discussing a lot on this blog ... Read more

June 16, 2022June 16, 2022

In the travel know with Jamie-Lee Abtar and Cressida Sargeant, Chief Commercial Officer at Traveltek

Podcast

In this episode of In the travel know, Jamie-Lee Abtar sits down to chat with Cressida Sargeant, Chief Commercial Officer at Traveltek about what it means to run a successful ... Read more

June 8, 2022June 8, 2022

WTM Portfolio events’ success provides springboard for WTM London 2022

Press Releases, WTM Portfolio

Organisers of World Travel Market London have hailed the remarkable performances of sister events in April and May, saying their achievements have laid the groundwork for a successful trade show ... Read more

June 6, 2022June 6, 2022

Payment Solutions for World-class Guest Experiences

Arabian Travel Market, ATM Virtual

Attend this session to learn more about how HyperPay is helping leading hospitality brands to automate internal daily operations and deliver high-quality services to guests with the power of Online ... Read more

June 6, 2022June 6, 2022

Embedded Insurance and the Customer Experience: How convenience is changing the travel industry

Arabian Travel Market, ATM Virtual

As our world and economy becomes rapidly digitized, customers increasingly expect businesses to create experiences that match their level of engagement on the platforms they prefer to use.As the leading ... Read more

June 6, 2022June 6, 2022

How is data changing airline retailing?

Arabian Travel Market, ATM Virtual

Travel tech start-up Atlas is redefining what it means to be data-led. Moderated by industry authority Brian Staunton, serial travel entrepreneur Mary Li will share her insights on how to ... Read more