Press Releases

July 31, 2018August 1, 2018

Second shortlist unveiled for inaugural International Travel & Tourism Awards

The line-up of shortlisted candidates is now complete for the first International Travel & Tourism Awards, presented by WTM, and are revealed today (Tuesday July 31). The prestigious awards scheme ... Read more

July 24, 2018August 1, 2018

First shortlist unveiled for inaugural International Travel & Tourism Awards

Awards, Press Releases, WTM London

The first line-up of shortlisted candidates for the inaugural International Travel & Tourism Awards, presented by WTM, is revealed today (Tuesday July 24). More than 70 nominations have been shortlisted ... Read more

July 23, 2018August 14, 2018

New Exhibitors For Travel Forward

Press Releases, Travel Forward

Travel Forward, the new technology focused event co-located with WTM London, is welcoming an impressive line-up of new exhibitors, validating the event’s appeal across the entire digital travel ecosystem. The ... 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 18, 2018

WTM Latin America brings together entities in a meeting that came up with suggestions for the corporate segment

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Continuing with the “Leaders’ Meeting”, ALAGEV, TMG, ABRACORP and partners discussed proposals for the event’s 7th edition Last Friday, July 13, WTM Latin America, the world’s leading event for the ... Read more

July 10, 2018

Ideas Arrive Here as travel leaders look ahead to 2019 at WTM London

Press Releases, WTM London

Four top executives from different sectors of the travel industry will take a look back on 2018 and a look ahead to 2019 at WTM London — the leading global ... Read more

July 3, 2018July 11, 2018

Anticipation builds for Travel Forward as Travelport’s chief architect prepares to share his vision

Press Releases, Travel Forward

Mike Croucher, chief architect for Travelport, will present the opening keynote speech at Travel Forward, drawing on his vast experience in the travel technology sector to reinforce the message that ... Read more

June 28, 2018June 28, 2018

Marketing and Media firms snap up spaces at WTM Agency Pavilion

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The WTM Agency Pavilion is set to become a hive of activity as companies involved in media, PR, marketing and related services jump to secure a presence in this exciting ... Read more

June 27, 2018

WTM Latin America is at full steam ahead with its “Leaders’ Meeting”

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The agenda enables the network of entities to be strengthened and expanded and allows for the discussion of joint actions that reinforce the corporate travel market WTM Latin America, the ... Read more

June 27, 2018June 27, 2018

WTM Latin America attracts the interest of exhibitors to the 2019 edition

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Networking opportunities, doing business and expanding knowledge are just some of the attractions that awaken the interest of exhibitors to mark their presence at next year’s event With its position ... Read more

June 27, 2018

Half of us argue on holiday – and World Cup widows are set to see red during the tournament

Press Releases, WTM London

New research out today – 27th June 2018 – reveals that 48% of us have arguments on holiday – and the football World Cup is likely to trigger more strife. ... 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

June 26, 2018June 26, 2018

World Responsible Tourism Awards 2018 open for applications now

Press Releases, Responsible Tourism, Responsible Tourism, WTM London

Now in their 15th year, the tourism industry’s longest running and best known responsible tourism awards are once again looking to find the most inspiring companies and organisations work around ... Read more

June 25, 2018July 11, 2018

Travel Forward upgrades the business options for exhibitors, buyers and visitors

Press Releases, Travel Forward

T>F exhibitors can expect at least 275 visitors to each stand Travel Forward (T>F), the new technology event co-located with WTM London, is building on the success of the Travel ... Read more

June 25, 2018

WTM London’s UK&I Region hosts almost 58,000 meetings

Press Releases, WTM London

The WTM London United Kingdom and Ireland Region plays host to almost 58,000 on-stand meetings from almost 16,500 industry professionals interested in the region. The UK&I region at WTM London ... Read more

June 25, 2018

WTM London’s European Region hosts almost 374,000 meetings

Press Releases, WTM London

The WTM London European Region plays host to almost 374,000 on-stand meetings from more than 23,000 industry professionals interested in the region. The European region at WTM London saw a ... Read more

June 25, 2018

WTM London’s Africa Region Hosts almost 45,000 meetings

Press Releases, WTM London

The WTM London Africa Region experiences almost 45,000 on-stand meetings from 4,671 industry professionals interested in the region. The Africa region at WTM London saw a total of 44,413 on-stand ... Read more

June 25, 2018June 26, 2018

WTM London’s Asia Region hosts almost 186,000 meetings

Press Releases, WTM London

The WTM London Asia Region plays host to more than 185,000 on-stand meetings from 7,799 industry professionals interested in the region. The Asia region at WTM London 2017 saw a ... Read more

June 25, 2018

WTM London’s ME Region Hosts almost 75,326 meetings

Press Releases, WTM London

The WTM London Middle East Region experiences more than 75,000 on-stand meetings from more than 6,700 industry professionals interested in the region. The Middle East region at WTM London saw ... Read more

June 25, 2018

WTM London’s Americas Region Hosts almost 105,000 meetings

Press Releases, WTM London

The WTM London Americas Region experiences almost 105,000 on-stand meetings from more than 9,000 industry professionals interested in the region. The Americas region at WTM London saw a total of ... Read more

June 5, 2018July 26, 2018

WTM London 2018 Turns The Spotlight On The Regions

Press Releases, WTM London

WTM London 2018, the leading global event for the travel industry, will be the world’s local meeting place as the event adopts an increased regional focus and evolves into six ... Read more

May 31, 2018May 31, 2018

IGTM re-introduces Speed Networking session for 2018 edition

IGTM

International Golf Travel Market (IGTM) has announced that the 2018 edition of the world’s leading global B2B event for golf tourism suppliers, buyers and media will feature a speed networking ... Read more

May 30, 2018

More of the world meets at WTM’s 2018 global events

Press Releases, WTM London

Reed Travel Exhibitions’ first three main events of the year mark major milestones and record attendance The first three major WTM worldwide events to take place so far this year ... Read more

May 22, 2018

ATM 25th anniversary show draws 39,000 travel trade professionals

Arabian Travel Market

International visitors up 7%, African visitors up 11% Largest hotel section ever covering 20% of show floor 100 new exhibitors make debut in 2018 This year’s Arabian Travel Market, the ... Read more

May 22, 2018

Marketing and Media firms snap up spaces at WTM Agency Pavilion

Press Releases, WTM London

The WTM Agency Pavilion is set to become a hive of activity as companies involved in media, PR, marketing and related services jump to secure a presence in this exciting ... Read more

May 15, 2018July 11, 2018

Travel Forward welcomes initial round of high-profile industry experts

Press Releases, Travel Forward

Travel Forward announces the first set of keynote speakers for its inaugural event this November, with the confirmed names representing business-to-business specialists Travelport, Carlson Wagonlit Travel and hotel group CitizenM. ... 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 30, 2018

Muslim travelers will spend $157 billion by 2020

Arabian Travel Market

Global Halal tourism sector driven by millennials US & EU take 53% of inbound Muslim market share worth $64.8 billion KSA biggest outbound Muslim market worth $23.3 billion Muslim ... Read more

April 25, 2018

Dubai Tourism wins ATM Stand Award

Arabian Travel Market

Popular ‘Best Stand Awards’ recognises Dubai Tourism as best stand for doing business Other stands awarded for their creativity include Lebanon, SAUDIA, Turkey and Travelport Dubai Tourism claimed the ... Read more

April 23, 2018

Travel tech professionals need to collaborate to provide holistic customer experience experts agree

Arabian Travel Market

Future trends in travel technology discussed at Arabian Travel Market Shifting customer behaviour, distribution evolution and the changing dynamics within direct and indirect sales channels and the digital transformation come ... Read more

April 23, 2018May 22, 2018

Travel tech professionals need to collaborate to provide holistic customer experience experts agree

Arabian Travel Market

April 23, 2018May 22, 2018

Frequent travellers browse Instagram 28 days each month, says expert

Arabian Travel Market

More than 500 million Instagram users share an average of 95 million photos and videos per day The impact Instagram has on travellers, from inspiration through to booking, was explored ... Read more

April 22, 2018May 22, 2018

Deputy Ruler of Dubai opens 25th edition of Arabian Travel Market

Arabian Travel Market

His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, inaugurates ATM 2018 The Middle East’s largest travel and tourism event celebrates 25 years of industry ... Read more

April 21, 2018May 22, 2018

Arabian Travel Market 2018 opens tomorrow in Dubai

Arabian Travel Market

Over 2,500 exhibitors and 40,000 industry professionals from 150 countries to celebrate 25th edition of the largest travel and tourism event in the Middle East Travel trade professionals from across ... Read more

April 20, 2018

WTM Daily News | Wednesday 20 April 2018

Blog, Blogging, Press Releases, WTM Africa

Catch up on the latest news at WTM 2018! Download Issue NO3 here

April 19, 2018April 20, 2018

Day two of WTM Africa celebrates another successful day!

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Focused on showcasing the incredible beauty and tourism potential of the African continent, WTM Africa has closed on another busy and vibrant day, with both exhibitors and buyers expressing how ... Read more

April 19, 2018July 24, 2018

2018 African Responsible Tourism Awards: Wilderness Safaris scoops coveted Overall Winner title

Blogging, Responsible Tourism, Responsible Tourism, Responsible Tourism Spotlight

Cape Town – Wilderness Safaris – an operator of safari camps, lodges and experiences in seven African countries, has grabbed the main prize at the 2018 African Responsible Tourism Awards, on Wednesday, ... Read more

April 19, 2018April 20, 2018

WTM Daily News | Wednesday 19 April 2018

Blog, Blogging, Press Releases, WTM Africa

Catch up on the latest news at WTM 2018! Download Issue NO2 here

April 18, 2018

UKinbound releases GCC market Business Barometer Results

Arabian Travel Market

Wednesday 18 April 2018 – In association with Qa Research and in light of its inaugural exhibition at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) next week, UKinbound has released its latest Business ... Read more

April 18, 2018

Arabian Travel Market celebrates 25th year with largest ever hotel exhibition space

Arabian Travel Market

Middle East’s largest travel trade event will celebrate its 25th year, with over 2,500 exhibiting companies and an expected 40,000 visitors, showcasing the largest ever hotel exhibition space in the ... Read more

April 18, 2018

The Tourism Authority of Thailand Exhibiting at WTM Africa 2018

Press Releases, WTM Africa

The Tourism Authority of Thailand will be exhibiting at WTM Africa, the leading B2B exhibition in Africa, for the fifth year since its launch date. Aimed at bringing the tourism ... Read more

April 18, 2018April 18, 2018

WTM Daily News | Wednesday 18 April 2018

Blog, Blogging, Press Releases, WTM Africa

Catch up on the latest news at WTM 2018! Download Issue NO1 here

April 17, 2018April 20, 2018

WTM Africa 2018 celebrates an exciting first day, facilitating meetings, networking and more!

Press Releases, WTM Africa

The African continent’s most highly-anticipated travel trade show opened its doors today to a throng of travel professionals eager to meet, network and consolidate business. Both inbound and outbound travel ... Read more

April 16, 2018July 11, 2018

Tech Innovators Travel Forward to ExCeL from Shrewsbury, Shanghai, San Francisco

Press Releases, Travel Forward

Travel Forward, the new technology focused event co-located with WTM London and which builds on the success of the Travel Tech Show at WTM, has signed up 61 exhibitors so ... Read more

April 16, 2018July 11, 2018

Reed Travel Exhibitions launches Travel Forward alongside WTM London 2018

Press Releases, Travel Forward

Reed Travel Exhibitions is launching Travel Forward, a brand new event co-located with WTM London 2018 and part of the WTM portfolio of events. The inaugural Travel Forward conference, exhibition ... 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 16, 2018May 22, 2018

Social Earth – 35,000 Muslim travellers take part in new survey

Arabian Travel Market

Variety of halal food in the hotel, list of nearby mosques and nearby halal restaurants score heavily 35,000 Muslim travellers participate in Sociable Earth’s survey on Halal Tourism Key results ... Read more

April 12, 2018

Investments in tourism infrastructure to reach US$56 billion by 2022 driven by innovative Hyperloop connections

Arabian Travel Market

Innovative Hyperloop connections to transform tourism infrastructure development in GCC Future travel experiences to kick start proceedings on ATM’s Global Stage with Sir Tim Clark, Emirates Airline; Issam Kazim, Dubai ... Read more

April 10, 2018April 25, 2018

Mauritius Celebrates 50 Years of Independence

WTM Africa

With its stunning white beaches, dazzling sapphire seas, a warm tropical climate, diverse cultures, delicious cuisine, 5-star luxury, and an array of sporting and adventure activities on offer, the ... Read more

April 10, 2018April 10, 2018

Finalists for the 2018 African Responsible Tourism Awards announced

Responsible Tourism Spotlight, WTM Africa

A luxury island in the Seychelles, a cultural experience among the Maasai in Kenya and a township experience in Namibia are among the organisations selected as finalists for the 2018 ... Read more

April 9, 2018April 10, 2018

Tomjachu – An award-winning Bush Retreat to exhibit at World Travel Market Africa 2018

Blog, Hospitality, Luxury, WTM Africa

The award-winning Tomjachu Bush Retreat will once again be exhibiting at this year’s World Travel Market Africa show in Cape Town. An historic family owned, 4* exclusive private nature reserve, ... Read more

April 9, 2018

Arabian Travel Market launches inaugural ‘Career in Travel’ student conference

Arabian Travel Market

ATM to debut exclusive student programme to promote opportunities for ‘tomorrow’s’ travel professionals and hoteliers Tourism employment in the UAE expected to grow to 394,000 by 2026 and 781,000 by ... Read more

April 6, 2018April 16, 2018

Speed Networking Sessions demonstrate success at WTM Latin America 2018 with more than 12,000 business meetings

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

With relevant topics, more than 600 exhibitors and new features, the event’s sixth edition came to an end this afternoon (5/4) in São Paulo – Brazil Upbeat about the Latin ... Read more

April 5, 2018April 6, 2018

Jam-packed corridors and sessions: WTM Latin America celebrates success on the second day of the event

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

First session on today’s (04/04) schedule of WTM Speed Networking produces a total of 109 buyers, 336 exhibitors and an expected 6,048 meetings Meetings between buyers and exhibitors are part ... Read more

April 4, 2018

WTM Latin America holds cocktail party for international buyers during the event’s 6th edition

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Yesterday evening, April 3rd, over 40 international buyers at WTM Latin America got together for cocktails at the Hotel Grand Mercure, in São Paulo. Also at the get together were ... Read more

April 4, 2018

WTM Latin America: the first day of the event ends on a high note with launches, brand activations and a series of new features

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

With visitors from all over the globe, the event brought together major operators, hotels and destinations from all five continents with a great deal of interaction Latin America’s principal B2B ... Read more

April 4, 2018April 4, 2018

WTM Latin America 2018 gets underway with the generating of business in the segment

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Held between April 3rd and April 5th, at Expo Center Norte, in the city of São Paulo, this event brings together various authorities, tourism professionals and partners WTM Latin America, ... 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

April 3, 2018

European visitors to GCC to increase 17% by 2020

Arabian Travel Market

6 million EU residents will travel to the GCC over next three years Additional routes, low airfares and increasing mid-market hotels driving growth ATM participants interested in doing business with ... Read more

April 3, 2018

Hotels to spend AED2.45 million by 2022 to broaden bandwidth and retain techy traveller loyalty

Arabian Travel Market

Travel tech tops the bill at Arabian Travel Market this year, following 12% annual growth Average 300-room hotel in Dubai faces AED2.45 million bill to upgrade Internet connectivity over coming ... 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 27, 2018

WTM London 2017 Facilitates a Record £3.1 Billion in Travel Industry Deals

Press Releases, WTM London

Approaching one million business meetings took place at WTM London 2017 WTM London 2017, the leading global event for the travel industry, will generate a record £3.1 billion in travel ... 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, 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 15, 2018

World notes Cape Town’s efforts to beat the drought

Press Releases, WTM Africa

13 MARCH 2018 STATEMENT BY THE CITY’S EXECUTIVE DEPUTY MAYOR, ALDERMAN IAN NEILSON World notes Cape Town’s efforts to beat the drought The City of Cape ... Read more

March 13, 2018

WTM London announces exciting new exhibiting area for Marketing and PR professionals

Press Releases, WTM London

WTM London 2018 – the leading global event for the travel industry – is introducing a brand new exhibiting area, the WTM Agency Pavilion, specifically for those in PR and ... Read more

March 13, 2018March 13, 2018

Nominations open for inaugural International Travel & Tourism Awards

Awards, Press Releases, WTM London

A prestigious new awards scheme which celebrates the best of travel and tourism around the world has opened nominations for its categories. The International Travel & Tourism Awards, presented by ... Read more

March 12, 2018March 12, 2018

Oman tourism arrivals to increase CAGR 13% to 2021

Arabian Travel Market

Arrivals to Oman to increase at a CAGR of 13% fuelled by visitors from GCC who accounted for 48% of guests in 2017. The number of ATM visitors interested in ... 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

March 7, 2018

WTM Africa 2018 set to be bigger, better and more productive than ever!

Press Releases, WTM Africa

In just under two months, WTM Africa 2018 will open its floor to over 600 exhibitors and a host of quality influential buyers from key source markets around the globe ... Read more

March 6, 2018

GCC visitors contribute over 30% to hotel occupancy levels across Northern Emirates in 2017

Arabian Travel Market

GCC visitors lead check-ins across Fujairah (39%), Ras Al Khaimah (34%) and Sharjah (34%) The number of ATM visitors interested in doing business with the UAE increased 54% between 2016 ... Read more

March 5, 2018

Nominations open for inaugural International Travel & Tourism Awards

Press Releases

A prestigious new awards scheme which celebrates the best of travel and tourism around the world has today (March 2) opened nominations for its categories. The International Travel & Tourism ... 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 28, 2018

WTM Africa 2018 encourages attendees to Save Like a Local

Press Releases, WTM Africa

With a water conservation mindset, WTM Africa 2018 looks forward to driving education around water scarcity and usage through attendees from across the world. The exhibition, to be held in ... Read more

February 26, 2018

UAE and KSA continue to lead GCC luxury hospitality market

Arabian Travel Market

The UAE has 73% of the region’s luxury properties, 61% of its luxury pipeline Saudi Arabia to witness the sharpest rise in luxury hotel supply to 2022 Global luxury tourism ... 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 16, 2018

WTM Africa 2018 registration opens!

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Registration for WTM Africa 2018 has officially opened with both local and international travel trade gearing up for what promises to be another incredible B2B show! WTM Africa 2018 will ... Read more

February 16, 2018February 19, 2018

WTM Latin America open registration for Digital Influencers’ Speed Networking Session

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

WTM Latin America is calling on digital influencers to apply for its popular Digital Influencers’ Speed Networking Session – Deadline is 23rd February WTM Latin America 2018, the world’s number one ... Read more

February 14, 2018

WTM Portfolio Opens Registration for Events In Latin America, Africa and Middle East

Press Releases, WTM Portfolio

Registration is now open for the three leading travel industry exhibitions in the World Travel Market portfolio: WTM Latin America, WTM Africa and ATM (Arabian Travel Market). The events expect ... 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

February 6, 2018

Saudi hospitality sector to grow 13.5% per annum to 2022

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Reforms and investment to drive hotel, travel and tourism sectors in KSA over the next five years according to new report commissioned by Arabian Travel Market According to a ... Read more

February 6, 2018February 14, 2018

WTM London renews corporate partnership deal with UKinbound

Press Releases, WTM London

WTM London – the leading global event for the travel industry – has signed a ‘Platinum Partnership’ agreement with UKinbound, the trade body for the UK’s valuable inbound tourism sector. ... Read more

January 31, 2018

Guest loyalty, smart hotels and data mining to trend until 2022, says new ATM report

Arabian Travel Market

Live debate with expert panellists during ATM 2018 to examine, reinvented hotel loyalty programmes, technology and data mining over the next five years A new approach to loyalty programmes, smart ... Read more

January 23, 2018January 23, 2018

GCC to welcome 2.5 million Chinese visitors by 2021

Arabian Travel Market

New visas, leisure attractions and business opportunities drive demand, as 154 million Chinese tourists are expected to go abroad in 2018 Religious tourism in Saudi Arabia to receive a boost ... Read more

January 18, 2018January 19, 2018

STATEMENT BY MAYOR DE LILLE: City secures bigger yield from aquifers but consumption still too high as Cape Town moves closer to Day Zero

Press Releases, WTM Africa

CITY OF CAPE TOWN 9 JANUARY 2018 STATEMENT BY THE CITY’S EXECUTIVE MAYOR, PATRICIA DE LILLE City secures bigger yield from aquifers but consumption still too high ... Read more

January 18, 2018January 19, 2018

Level 6 water restrictions will help to avoid Day Zero

Press Releases, WTM Africa

CITY OF CAPE TOWN 28 DECEMBER 2017 MEDIA RELEASE Level 6 water restrictions will help to avoid Day Zero The City of Cape Town reminds all water users ... 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

January 15, 2018February 14, 2018

Brits beat blues by booking breaks

WTM London

Brits will be booking a day off work on ‘Blue Monday’ – so they can book a holiday to cheer themselves up, reveals research from World Travel Market. January 15 ... Read more

January 11, 2018January 11, 2018

Russian visitors to GCC to increase 38% by 2020

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Recovery of Russian rouble, UAE visa on arrival, drive growth. Russia remains a top 10 source market for Dubai, arrivals up 98% in 2017 The number of Russian tourists travelling ... Read more

December 20, 2017

Middle East airline passenger numbers projected to climb 7% in 2018

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Arab air transport market grew by 9.9% in the past year Middle East airlines forecasted net profits to hit $600 million in 2018 Aviation industry to form key discussion topic ... 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 18, 2017

GCC hotels to attract Indian millennials

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Recent survey reveals 66% of Indian travelers are aiming to travel more frequently but staying for less than seven days Exhibitors at ATM 2018 will try to capitalise on multi-million ... Read more

December 13, 2017December 19, 2017

German golfers spend the most on their golf holidays, new research reveals

IGTM

German golfers spent more on their ‘non-domestic’ golf holidays in the last 12 months than their counterparts from the UK, France and Sweden, with an average spend of €2,041, a ... Read more