Exhibitor News 2016

October 31, 2016

A great prize from Great Lakes USA

Exhibitor News 2016

Pay a visit to the Great Lakes USA at WTM London 2016 for a chance to win one of two places on a Great Lakes USA trade fam trip. All ... Read more

October 31, 2016

Tourisme Québec gears up to celebrate 375th anniversary of the founding of Montréal

Exhibitor News 2016

Tourisme Québec will showcase the province’s festivities, events and new openings at World Travel Market London (7-9 November) with a focus on Montréal’s 375th anniversary next year. Montréal will be ... Read more

October 31, 2016

Ballygally Castle offers treats for Game of Thrones fans

Exhibitor News 2016

Fans of the hit TV series Game of Thrones can follow in the footsteps of the show’s characters and actors at Ballygally Castle, Northern Ireland. Part of the Hastings Hotels ... Read more

October 31, 2016October 31, 2016

Rodeo’s coming home

Exhibitor News 2016

Visitors to WTM London 2016 can learn about a variety of sports, including rodeo. In 2017, The Elite Rodeo Association World Championship is coming home to Texas. Taking place at ... Read more

October 31, 2016

Have a safe TripCenter

Exhibitor News 2016

Visitors to WTM London 2016 will be the first to see TripCenter.net, a cloud-based marketplace connecting coach hire companies, touring/driver guides with travel agents, tour operators, and event organisers all ... Read more

October 31, 2016

Princess Diana, fashion icon

Exhibitor News 2016

The late Diana, Princess of Wales, continues to make headlines all around the globe, and visitors to the UK and Ireland section of WTM London can find out about a ... Read more

October 31, 2016

If you go down to the MarBella Corfu today, you’re in for a big surprise

Exhibitor News 2016

Teddy bears’ picnics have been added to the range of kids’ activities at the MarBella Corfu hotel. The picnics offer young guests a fun-filled morning of storytelling, music, and the ... Read more

October 31, 2016

Museums and machines as Canada turns 150

Exhibitor News 2016

WTM London 2016 is helping Destination Canada prepare for an important 2017 – the 150th anniversary of Confederation. The majority of the celebrations will involve local communities, promoting and celebrating ... Read more

October 31, 2016

Kempinski Gold Coast City Accra to open West Africa’s largest luxury spa

Exhibitor News 2016

The Kempinski Gold Coast City Accra will open West Africa’s largest luxury spa in early 2017. Called Resense, the spa will combine modern and traditional design, art, music, therapies and ... Read more

October 31, 2016

Enjoy Illinois’ selfie competition

Exhibitor News 2016

Enjoy Illinois is returning to WTM London 2016, and is giving two lucky travel agents or tour operators the chance to win a place on a trade fam trip. On ... Read more

October 31, 2016October 31, 2016

Hilton expands in UAE

Exhibitor News 2016

Ras Al Khaimah, the fourth-largest of the United Arab Emirates, is to open a new property in the first quarter of 2017. Hilton Garden Inn is conveniently located in the ... Read more

October 27, 2016

Leading international chef inducted into prestigious culinary association

Exhibitor News 2016

A head chef at the Maritim Resort & Spa Mauritius has joined Raymond Blanc, Brian Turner, and Gary Rhodes as a member of prestigious French culinary association ‘Les Disciples d’Escoffier’. ... Read more

October 27, 2016

Incredible India! WTM 2016: What’s happening and when…

Exhibitor News 2016

Monday 7 November 08.30     Incredible India Officially Opens WTM with a ceremony at the main entrance!   India Press Conference At this year’s World Travel Market, the Minister of ... Read more

October 26, 2016

Mexico hotel sets new standard in ecotourism

Exhibitor News 2016

Visitors with an interest in green tourism can find out about Hotel Xcaret, which is currently under construction in Mexico and which will be the first hotel to have an ... Read more

October 26, 2016

Etiquette guide to help keep Iceland a nice land

Exhibitor News 2016

Iceland is at WTM London to speak to partners interested in helping the Nordic country target the ‘enlightened tourist’ – one of the key themes for 2017 for Promote Iceland. ... Read more

October 26, 2016

Airbnb connection gets professional

Exhibitor News 2016

Avantio is a Spanish vacation rental IT specialist with 15 years’ experience in the sector. It is using WTM London 2016 to demonstrate the first European vacation rental management system ... Read more

October 26, 2016

Celebrate London’s sporting achievements

Exhibitor News 2016

Visitors to WTM London are invited to make time to visit an exciting new attraction, just up the road from ExCeL.   Tickets are now on sale for visitors to ... Read more

October 26, 2016

Zip along to see Ontario’s offerings at WTM London 2016

Exhibitor News 2016

Thrill-seeking holidaymakers can whizz along the Niagara Falls at 40 miles per hour on a new zipline attraction in Ontario, Canada. Run by adventure parks specialist Wildplay, the new site ... Read more

October 24, 2016

Eastern promises

Exhibitor News 2016

The recently formed Visit East Asia campaign will use WTM London 2016 to promote travel to Korea, Japan, and China. Following a meeting by their respective tourism ministers earlier this ... Read more

October 24, 2016

A towering achievement

Exhibitor News 2016

WTM London 2016 is a supporter of innovation in tourism, and the Emirates Spinnaker Tower Experience in Portsmouth is a strong example. This year a new animated film shows the ... Read more

October 24, 2016

Take flight to Boston

Exhibitor News 2016

WTM London 2016 is the ideal time to discover New England. From March 2017, UK visitors to Massachusetts can flying via Virgin Atlantic from Manchester to Boston. This service follows ... Read more

October 24, 2016

Vreasy does it

Exhibitor News 2016

Barcelona-based vacation rental software specialist Vreasy is expecting a busy WTM London 2016 after securing “the guest experience authority” as its trademark.   It provides property managers with a system ... Read more

October 24, 2016November 15, 2016

New Ikos Resorts beachfront suites cater for larger families

Exhibitor News 2016

Ikos Resorts has opened four two-bedroom beachfront bungalow suites at Ikos Olivia, on Greece’s Halkidiki coast. The spacious suites are ideal for larger families, featuring two bedrooms and separate lounge ... Read more

October 24, 2016October 24, 2016

Kenya Tourism Board backs Born Free’s Year of the Lion campaign

Exhibitor News 2016

Kenya Tourism Board will be supporting Born Free’s Year of the Lion campaign at World Travel Market London (7-9 November). Born Free’s Year of the Lion in 2016 aims to ... Read more

October 24, 2016

Rideways hails transport opportunities

Exhibitor News 2016

Manchester-based Rideways will be using its presence at WTM London 2016 to highlight its comprehensive range of pre-bookable ground transportation options, covering taxis, executive chauffeured vehicles, buses and trains. Travel ... Read more

October 24, 2016

Visit the Silver State

Exhibitor News 2016

Nevada is using WTM to highlight the unique attractions that are proving a big draw for visitors to the region. Nevada, known as the Silver State, is home to some of ... Read more

October 17, 2016

What’s up, doc?

Exhibitor News 2016

It’s an exciting time for tourism in Abu Dhabi. The world’s first Warner Bros. hotel is one of the new attractions being promoted by the Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture ... Read more

October 17, 2016

Hotel loyalty club Wanup makes its debut at WTM London 2016

Exhibitor News 2016

Wanup, a start-up hotel loyalty club that brings together independent hotels and popular hotel chains from around the world, will exhibit at World Travel Market London for the first time. ... Read more

October 17, 2016

Hawai’i prepares to mark 75th anniversary of Pearl Harbour

Exhibitor News 2016

Hawai’i will be in the global spotlight in December as it holds a series of events to mark the 75th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbour. The 75th commemorations ... Read more

October 17, 2016

Kenya’s Heritage Hotels Woos Visitors With Romantic Location

Exhibitor News 2016

  Heritage Hotels will be at WTM London 2016 to promote the recent re-opening of Kipungani Explorer, an eco-lodge in “one of the most romantic locations” on the east African ... Read more

October 17, 2016

Wake up and smell the coffee in Honduras

Exhibitor News 2016

Visitors to the Honduras stand can find out about the latest tourist developments and experiences in the destination, including a new coffee route.   Honduras is the largest exporter of ... Read more

October 17, 2016

Uncover the other side of Mauritius

Exhibitor News 2016

The Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority is hoping to show the hidden side of Mauritius at WTM. Visitors can learn about the island’s rich culture, spanning a multitude of backgrounds and ... Read more

October 17, 2016

What’s new in the Big Apple

Exhibitor News 2016

NYC & Company, New York City’s official destination marketing organisation, will present new tourism investments and destination updates at WTM London 2016.   With an expected 59.7 million visitors in ... Read more

October 17, 2016

Time for a new automatic check-in kiosk

Exhibitor News 2016

Clock Software, developer of cloud-based technology for modern-day hoteliers, is launching its new Kiosk product at this year’s WTM London 2016. Clock PMS already facilitates traditional check­-in at the property, ... Read more

October 10, 2016

Marriott Vacation Club strikes gold Down Under

Exhibitor News 2016

Marriott Vacation Club is to share details of its newest addition, the Marriott Vacation Club at Surfers Paradise in Australia’s Gold Coast.   The beachside resort and its mix of ... Read more

October 10, 2016

Commemoration Days

Exhibitor News 2016

Tours International, a destination management company for group travel, is launching a range of new tours at WTM London 2016. Planning ahead, it is working on a series of Normandy ... Read more

October 10, 2016

Ottawa Tourism set to make WTM London 2016 debut

Exhibitor News 2016

Canada’s capital Ottawa will exhibit for the first time at World Travel Market London, ahead of a year-long celebration of the country’s 150th birthday in 2017. Ottawa Tourism will be ... Read more

October 10, 2016

Iranian OTA makes its WTM debut

Exhibitor News 2016

Ertebat Gostar Sobat (EGS-Digital), a travel technology firm based in Tehran, is making its first appearance at WTM London 2016. Set up in 2015, it runs a B2B inbound and ... Read more

October 10, 2016

Greater Fort Lauderdale hails hotel openings during WTM London 2016

Exhibitor News 2016

More than $704 million is being invested in new hotel developments in Greater Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Hotels due to open in 2017 include The Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort, with ... Read more

October 10, 2016

Evaneos Travel promotes agency app and expansion plans at WTM London 2016

Exhibitor News 2016

Online agency Evaneos Travel will be at World Travel Market London to promote its expansion plans and its new mobile application. The app aims to connect travellers directly to “local ... Read more

October 10, 2016October 10, 2016

Enjoy the Ride!

Exhibitor News 2016

The Taiwan Tourism Bureau will use its presence at WTM London 2016 to promote its annual cycling festival, reinforcing its position as Asia’s number one cycling destination, Representatives will also ... Read more

October 10, 2016

Tour Operator Celebrates 50th Anniversary

Exhibitor News 2016

World Travel Market exhibitor and Eastern Europe specialist tour operator Balkan Holidays is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.  The UK based company operates summer holidays to Bulgaria, Croatia, Slovenia, ... Read more

October 10, 2016October 10, 2016

Antigua & Barbuda gets ready to celebrate

Exhibitor News 2016

2017 will be a year of celebrations in Antigua and Barbuda, with a number of key anniversaries promoted at WTM London 2016. Antigua Sailing Week reaches its 50th year, Carnival ... Read more

October 3, 2016October 4, 2016

Tahiti urges visitors to embrace its culture and discover its hidden gems

Exhibitor News 2016

Tahiti Tourisme will be highlighting its new global brand messaging at World Travel Market London (7-9 November), encompassing the theme ‘Embraced by Mana’. The concept celebrates the beauty and culture ... Read more

October 3, 2016October 4, 2016

Find a parking space

Exhibitor News 2016

A company that connects drivers to car-parking spaces will be showcasing its parking revenue generation service at WTM London 2016. ParkCloud connects the world’s drivers with parking spaces, allowing customers ... Read more

October 3, 2016October 4, 2016

Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah celebrates flurry of awards

Exhibitor News 2016

The Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah has celebrated its third anniversary by winning a clutch of top awards in 2016. It has been honoured as Best Luxury Hotel in the ... Read more

October 3, 2016October 4, 2016

Turismo Chile touts new BA service to Santiago at WTM London 2016

Exhibitor News 2016

British Airways will launch the only direct service between London and the Chilean capital Santiago on January 3rd, 2017. The national tourist board, Turismo Chile, will be at World Travel ... Read more

October 3, 2016October 4, 2016

Kameha Grand Zurich cooks up ‘Chef Taster’ days with its Michelin-starred chef

Exhibitor News 2016

Guests at the Kameha Grand Zurich in Switzerland can book an exclusive experience with Norman Fischer, the hotel’s Michelin-starred chef. The new ‘Chef Taster’ days offer guests the chance to ... Read more

October 3, 2016April 22, 2022

Houston, we don’t have a problem! UK-Texas visitor numbers on the up

Exhibitor News 2016

Texas Tourism will be using WTM London to build on a recent surge in interest that has seen UK visitors flocking to the US state. UK visitor figures to Texas ... Read more

October 3, 2016May 2, 2022

Bhutan tourism to build on William and Kate’s visit

Exhibitor News 2016

The Kingdom of Bhutan hopes to build on the exposure it received earlier this year when the country was visited by the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. William and Kate’s ... Read more

October 3, 2016October 4, 2016

Croatian capital to capitalise on booming visitor numbers

Exhibitor News 2016

More tourists than ever are discovering Zagreb, in the heart of Croatia – described as “Europe’s undiscovered capital city”. Promotional efforts by the Zagreb Tourist Board and a host of ... Read more

October 3, 2016October 4, 2016

Find your travellers with Finding Friday’s marketing technology

Exhibitor News 2016

Technology specialist Finding Friday will be exhibiting for the first time at World Travel Market London 2016, highlighting its customer relationship marketing (CRM) platform called Travelitics. Finding Friday specialises in ... Read more

September 27, 2016October 4, 2016

Peruvian cable car to open up ancient fortress described as “second Machu Picchu”

Exhibitor News 2016

A vast pre-Inca fortress in Peru – described by the Peruvian president as “a second Machu Picchu” – is expecting an influx of tourists thanks to a new cable car. ... Read more

September 27, 2016April 25, 2022

ONYX Hospitality makes first foray into Vietnamese market

Exhibitor News 2016

Thailand’s ONYX Hospitality Group is venturing into Vietnam for the first time, and opening new properties in Sri Lanka and China. It will make its first foray into the Vietnam ... Read more

September 27, 2016October 4, 2016

Gambia sets its sights on birdwatchers at WTM London 2016

Exhibitor News 2016

The Gambia Tourism Board hopes international birdwatchers will flock to the first Gambia International Bird Festival (21-25 October). Hosted by Tendaba Camp, close to prime birding locations, the festival aims ... Read more

September 27, 2016October 4, 2016

Culloden Estate celebrates spa’s silver anniversary

Exhibitor News 2016

Culloden Estate & Spa – part of Hastings Hotels – is celebrating 25 years since its spa opened. The spa at the Culloden was one of Northern Ireland’s first spas ... Read more

September 27, 2016October 4, 2016

Buy a bottle, save a life

Exhibitor News 2016

International water development charity, Just a Drop, is encouraging visitors to support its ‘This Bottle is a Lifesaver’ initiative at WTM. Just a Drop will be selling reusable water bottles ... Read more

September 27, 2016October 4, 2016

La Palma takes a bow

Exhibitor News 2016

The Canaries’ lesser-known island, La Palma, is stepping into the limelight – thanks to new routes from Gatwick with EasyJet this winter. Starting on October 1, EasyJet’s service is operating ... Read more

September 27, 2016October 4, 2016

Exciting discovery in Jordan

Exhibitor News 2016

Visitors to the Jordan stand can find out more about one of the world’s most exciting archeological discoveries, which was made this year. A huge monument was discovered buried under ... Read more

September 27, 2016October 4, 2016

What happens in Vegas

Exhibitor News 2016

The skyline of Las Vegas is changing again, with the opening of new hotels and attractions. Visitors can keep up-to-date with developments by visiting the Las Vegas stand at WTM ... Read more

September 19, 2016October 4, 2016

Kenya’s back in business

Exhibitor News 2016

Kenya’s new tourist board chairman is keen to meet partners from around the world to discuss initiatives in the country’s fight back against dwindling tourism numbers. Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) ... Read more

September 19, 2016October 4, 2016

Pegasus flies high

Exhibitor News 2016

Low-cost carrier Pegasus Airlines is joining the Turkey stand at WTM London. The airline is defying the current challenging times with its continued growth and now has a network of ... Read more

September 19, 2016October 4, 2016

Discover a different side to Malta

Exhibitor News 2016

An increase in luxury accommodation choices and an explosive music scene are the key messages from Malta this year. The island’s luxury market is developing rapidly, with an exquisite range ... Read more

September 19, 2016April 29, 2022

New promotional portal from Hong Kong

Exhibitor News 2016

The Hong Kong Tourism Board has developed a dedicated trade information portal that provides UK tour operators and travel agents with the tools to promote the destination. PartnerNet includes the ... Read more

September 19, 2016October 4, 2016

Eat, drink, and be merry in Arizona

Exhibitor News 2016

Arizona’s culinary offerings form the central part of its WTM highlights as food and drink are fast becoming popular among tourists, with Tucson, Mesa and Phoenix all getting in on ... Read more

September 19, 2016October 4, 2016

Down by the river with City Cruises

Exhibitor News 2016

Thames riverboat operator City Cruises is at WTM to showcase its new programme of cultural cruises and its first glass boat. New for autumn 2016, City Cruises is offering a ... Read more

September 12, 2016October 4, 2016

Portugal’s TAP airline adds winter services from the UK

Exhibitor News 2016

TAP, the leading airline to Portugal from the UK, will increase the number of weekly flights from Gatwick to Lisbon and Porto this winter. The increases bring TAP’s winter schedule ... Read more

September 12, 2016April 20, 2022

Luxury hotels in Crete tee up packages for junior golfers and young spa guests

Exhibitor News 2016

Elounda SA Hotels & Resorts has launched spa packages and golf programmes for children at the group’s hotels on Crete. Elounda Peninsula All Suite Hotel and Porto Elounda Golf Spa ... Read more

September 12, 2016October 4, 2016

Israel hails increased air capacity as UK visitor numbers rise

Exhibitor News 2016

New airline links developed in recent years between the UK and Israel have helped British visitor numbers to the Middle Eastern destination rise by 7% over the past 12 months. ... Read more

September 12, 2016April 25, 2022

UNESCO World Heritage status awarded to fossil beds in Atlantic Canada ecological reserve

Exhibitor News 2016

Atlantic Canada is expecting a rise in tourism, as one of its ecological reserves is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, thanks to its 565-million-year-old fossils. Found in the Canadian ... Read more

September 12, 2016October 4, 2016

Top chef and clifftop monastery trips on the menu for Aristi Mountain Resort & Villas

Exhibitor News 2016

Aristi Mountain Resort & Villas, in the Western Greek mountains, has appointed an internationally renowned chef, and added excursions to a clifftop monastery. The monastery trips are in partnership with ... Read more

September 12, 2016October 4, 2016

Discover the unknown Myanmar

Exhibitor News 2016

Representatives from Myanmar’s newest tourist region are keen to meet up with operators and agents who might be interested in featuring the region. Myanmar Tourism Marketing (MTM) in partnership with ... Read more

September 5, 2016October 4, 2016

PortAventura Revs Up at WTM London as Ferrari Land opens in 2017

Exhibitor News 2016

Europe’s tallest and fastest rollercoaster will be the main attraction at Ferrari Land, which is gearing up to open at PortAventura World in Spain next year. The Vertical Accelerator will ... Read more

September 5, 2016October 4, 2016

Qataris’ cultural offering to be boosted by opening of National Museum of Qatar

Exhibitor News 2016

Qatar’s cultural landscape will see a major addition in 2017 with the opening of the National Museum of Qatar, designed by famous French architect Jean Nouvel. The building’s distinctive interlocking ... Read more

September 5, 2016January 30, 2017

Med hot: Greece expects UK visitor numbers to keep rising in 2017

Exhibitor News 2016

Surging numbers of Brits are holidaying in Greece, thanks to the country’s value for money, new airline services and infrastructure improvements. In 2015, Greece saw a 15% increase in UK ... Read more

September 5, 2016October 4, 2016

Wonderful Indonesia’ woos the world with sponsorship deal at WTM London 2016

Exhibitor News 2016

Indonesia’s tourism ministry has signed a key sponsorship deal with World Travel Market London 2016 – the leading global event for the travel industry – as the country plans to ... Read more

September 5, 2016October 4, 2016

Egypt to expand its Red Sea Riviera logo

Exhibitor News 2016

The Egyptian Tourism Authority has announced it will re-launch its Red Sea Riviera logo for its marketing activities in the UK, as part of plans to extend the Red Sea ... Read more