Press Releases

June 19, 2020July 20, 2020

WTM Global Hub and WTM Africa present a series of webinars dedicated to LGBTQ+ travel

Press Releases, WTM Africa

“Understanding and successfully reaching the LGBTQ+ traveller” is the first webinar taking place on Monday 22 June at 2pm, British Summer Time (BST) This Pride Month, EQUAL ... Read more

June 18, 2020

WTM Global Hub presents Altiant webinar to unearth treasure trove of exclusive data on luxury market

Press Releases

Tune in to hear research specialist Altiant’s wealth of knowledge about premium market and post-COVID travel The session hosted by WTM Global Hub will share exclusive insight ... Read more

June 16, 2020

WTM Latin America on Shortlist for Prestigious Events Industry Honour

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

WTM Latin America – the leading global event for the Latin American travel industry – has been shortlisted by the AEO Excellence Awards in the category of ... Read more

June 16, 2020June 16, 2020

Dive into the ‘Blue Ocean’ with WTM Global Hub

Press Releases

Webinar will reveal proven strategies to create new travel opportunities Three experts, who have used ‘blue ocean’ strategy to create innovative offerings for the travel and tourism ... Read more

June 16, 2020

WTM Global Hub and BBC Global News host webinar with tourism bosses to debate the way forward after pandemic

Press Releases

WTM Global Hub – WTM Portfolio’s new online portal – is again partnering with BBC Global News to turn the spotlight on European destinations recovering from the ... Read more

June 15, 2020July 24, 2020

UNWTO, WTTC & WTM Ministers’ Summit will issue a manifesto: To Create Safer, Greener, Smarter Travel & Tourism

Press Releases, WTM London

Tourism leaders from around the world will once again come together for the Ministers’ Summit at WTM in London to set out a roadmap for a safer, ... Read more

June 8, 2020

WTM Global Hub extends range to cover Tech Opportunities and Tour Operators

Press Releases, Technology

WTM Global Hub’s ongoing series of business-focused webinars will feature two sessions this week, looking at where technology will make the difference in the post-COVID-19 new normal, ... Read more

June 4, 2020November 18, 2020

‘Tourism will bounce back’ says tourism expert on the final day of ATM Virtual

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

  The ITIC session discussed sustainable investment measures for the Middle East travel and tourism sector and the strategies to restore travellers confidence ATM Virtual recorded 18,959 ... Read more

June 4, 2020July 1, 2020

WTM London partners with ITIC Virtual Summit

Press Releases, WTM London

A virtual conference called “The Future Of Travel & Tourism – Financial Strategies for Recovery” takes place on Wednesday June 10th from 9:15am to 2:15pm (BST). Organised ... Read more

June 3, 2020November 18, 2020

Governments urged to establish ‘green lanes’ to aid tourism recovery and promote bilateral travel agreements

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

  Singapore developing a set of common safety standards with regional governments to allow cross-border travel Saudi Arabia’s US$61 billion stimulus package to support tourism business recovery ... Read more

June 3, 2020

WTM London supports Global Exhibitions Day

Press Releases

WTM London is using Global Exhibitions Day 2020 to tell the world it will be open for business as usual at ExCeL this November. Global Exhibitions Day ... Read more

June 2, 2020November 18, 2020

ATM Virtual reveals that 45% of Chinese people are willing to travel overseas, according to survey

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

  A joint survey by Ivy Alliance, CCT and PATA has found that 60% of Chinese intend to travel in 2020 and 45% are willing to travel ... Read more

June 2, 2020October 13, 2020

How cross-sector collaboration is key to igniting economic growth in the tourism

Arabian Travel Market, ATM Virtual

Speakers Mia believes entrepreneurship is at the heart of economic growth and collaboration between corporates and startups create a cultural of innovation that is critical for building ... Read more

June 2, 2020November 18, 2020

ATM Virtual panel advises hoteliers not to drop room rates, but to focus on sanitation and technology to build consumer trust

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

    Hotels must not drop rates to increase occupancy, instead they should adapt to ‘new normal’ – embracing innovative technologies and being creative with offerings Global ... Read more

June 1, 2020November 18, 2020

Aviation industry could return “to some kind of normality during the course of 2021” says Sir Tim Clark

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, ATM Virtual, Press Releases

  President of Emirates Airline has outlined the company’s response to COVID-19 and its impact on their future strategy during the opening session of ATM Virtual ATM ... Read more

May 31, 2020November 18, 2020

Debut Arabian Travel Market Virtual event gets underway tomorrow

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

  ATM Virtual will place focus on emerging trends, opportunities and the challenges directly impacting the travel and tourism industry amid COVID-19 The event, which runs from ... Read more

May 29, 2020November 18, 2020

A special message from ATM Exhibition Director, Danielle Curtis

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Arabian Travel Market Exhibition Director records a special message for ATM Virtual ... Read more

May 27, 2020November 18, 2020

Former UNWTO Secretary-General to speak at ATM Virtual

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

  Taleb Rifai, Chairman of ITIC and former Secretary-General of the UN World Travel Organisation to discuss sustainable investment for the Middle East’s travel and tourism sector ... Read more

May 26, 2020November 18, 2020

ATM Virtual to focus on potential Chinese outbound travel market

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

With the spread of coronavirus under control and domestic leisure travel growing, ME travel professionals are looking to China to initiate international tourism One of the most ... Read more

May 22, 2020

Industry Experts to share tips on Technology, Customer Loyalty and COVID-19 in webinar for WTM Global Hub

Press Releases, Technology

WTM Global Hub – WTM Portfolio’s new online portal – and Travel Forward – the leading travel technology event in travel & hospitality – are hosting a ... Read more

May 22, 2020August 12, 2020

WTM World Responsible Tourism Awards 2020 are dedicated to recognising tourism’s efforts to respond to COVID-19

Press Releases, Responsible Tourism

The World Responsible Tourism Awards 2020 are dedicated to acknowledging those in travel and tourism who have taken remarkable steps to address the multiple challenges brought to ... Read more

May 21, 2020

Africa Travel Week Charts the Future of the African Travel Trade

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Over the past few weeks, the team at Reed Exhibitions Africa has had their ear to the ground, catching up with all the key players and listening ... Read more

May 20, 2020November 18, 2020

The Middle East’s tourism entertainment sector under the spotlight at ATM Virtual

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

  Global research authority, Arival, to present exclusive insights and underscore the impact of COVID-19 on the tours, activities, and attractions sector OTAs and Distribution for Tours ... Read more

May 18, 2020November 18, 2020

Staycations and domestic travel to lead GCC tourism recovery from COVID-19 says new ATM report

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

  Staycations expected to become the most popular choice of travel in short to medium-term with travellers eager to make up for cancelled travel plans ATM Virtual’s ... Read more

May 15, 2020

BBC Global News join WTM’s Sustainability Week webinar programme

Press Releases

Sign up to hear how Covid-19 will affect travel marketing and reporting from media experts from broadcast and magazine media WTM is hosting two online seminars as ... Read more

May 14, 2020November 18, 2020

Aviation Tops the Agenda at ATM Virtual

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

  Sir Tim Clark, President of Emirates Airline to outline the company’s response to COVID-19 and its impact on their future strategy Jozsef Varadi, CEO of Wizz ... Read more

May 12, 2020

Aviation consultant to host ‘Airlines in Crisis’ webinar for WTM Global Hub

Press Releases

WTM Global Hub – WTM Portfolio’s new online portal – will host a webinar on Thursday 14th May at 2pm BST with respected UK aviation expert John ... Read more

May 11, 2020November 18, 2020

Organisers of Arabian Travel Market announce the launch of ATM Virtual

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

  Organisers of Arabian Travel Market announce the launch of ATM Virtual ATM Virtual to feature a host of webinars, conference sessions, roundtables, speed networking, and one-to-one ... Read more

May 11, 2020

African Travel Week Travel & Tourism Awards Winners Announced

Press Releases, WTM Africa

The winners of the inaugural African Travel Week Travel & Tourism Awards have been announced, shining a spotlight on exceptional individuals and businesses which have written the ... Read more

May 8, 2020November 18, 2020

Short leisure breaks to drive 38% increase in visitors to KSA by 2024, says new ATM research

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

GCC residents to push demand for short leisure breaks in Riyadh & Jeddah 21.3 million visitors expected by 2024 – ME&A top source market ATM witnesses 45% ... Read more

May 7, 2020

ATM Virtual – New Solutions in a New World

Press Releases

Organisers of Arabian Travel Market announce the launch of ATM Virtual ATM Virtual to feature a host of webinars, conference sessions, roundtables, speed networking, and one-to-one meetings ... Read more

May 5, 2020

WTM London supports TTG Digital Destinations Festival 2020

Press Releases

The initiative begins on Monday 11th May with virtual sessions discussing how, when and where the UK travel market is likely to recover from the COVID-19 crisis, ... Read more

May 5, 2020May 5, 2020

World’s biggest industry focus group to reveal what travellers REALLY think

Press Releases

Sign up for WTM’s third Global Hub Webinar to find out what they say WTM is facilitating the biggest-ever industry focus group to determine what consumers around ... Read more

April 28, 2020April 28, 2020

Respected travel expert Simon Calder to feature in interactive webinar for WTM Global Hub

Press Releases

WTM Global Hub – WTM Portfolio’s new online portal – will host a webinar on April 30 with renowned British travel journalist and broadcaster Simon Calder. Called ... Read more

April 22, 2020April 23, 2020

WTM Portfolio unveils resource platform WTM Global Hub

Press Releases, Reed Exhibitions

Upcoming weekly webinars will include featured guests such as the travel journalist Simon Calder, analysis from Oxford Economics and the entrepreneur Jeremy Jauncey WTM Portfolio will launch a ... Read more

April 6, 2020April 7, 2020

African Travel and Tourism Awards finalists announced

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Africa is as unique as it is beautiful. It is underneath our starry skies that generations of storytellers have held court while telling their folktales. The African ... Read more

March 16, 2020

WTM Latin America 2020 has been postponed

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

8th edition of the event will be held in October at Expo Center Norte,   in São Paulo March, 2020 – Reed Travel Exhibitions confirms the postponement of WTM Latin ... Read more

March 13, 2020March 13, 2020

AFRICA TRAVEL WEEK 2020 POSTPONED

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Reed Exhibitions Africa has confirmed that Africa Travel Week, which comprises of World Travel Market Africa and International Luxury Travel Market Africa, due to take place in ... Read more

March 5, 2020

THE INDUSTRY NEEDS TO RALLY TOGETHER AMIDST COVID-19

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Amidst global concerns about COVID-19 World Travel Market Africa (WTM Africa) urges the travel and tourism industry to rally together to ensure that tourism continues to thrive ... Read more

March 3, 2020March 4, 2020

ILTM and WTM Africa 2020 to go ahead with COVID-19 precautions in place

Press Releases, WTM Africa

While several major international events have confirmed cancellation amidst fears of the global spread of the COVID-19 virus, Reed Exhibitions South Africa would like to advise that ... Read more

March 3, 2020

WTM AFRICA VISITOR AND MEDIA REGISTRATION OPEN

Press Releases, WTM Africa

World Travel Market Africa 2020 is set to be the biggest edition of the African continent’s leading B2B Travel Trade show yet, thanks to a host of ... Read more

February 28, 2020June 17, 2020

WTM Latin America announces the finalists of the Responsible Tourism Awards

Press Releases

Fourteen projects have been selected and the winner in each category will be announced at the event The first edition of the WTM Latin America Responsible Tourism ... Read more

February 28, 2020

WTM Africa Conscious about Sustainability in Travel

Press Releases, WTM Africa

WTM Africa 2020 is tackling travel sustainability at macro and micro levels this year, by lining up a number of eco-conscious initiatives alongside recognising game-changing sustainability practices ... Read more

February 28, 2020

Travel & Tourism Media Insight Forum – A journey into navigating media partnerships

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Hosted on Day 1 of World Travel Market Africa, the Travel and Tourism Media Insight Forum, sponsored by National Geographic, will bring together key decision-makers from destinations -both global and ... Read more

February 26, 2020March 11, 2020

WTM Latin America selects start-ups to take part in a challenge in the Travel Forward Start-up Hub

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Registration is open until 15 March and limited to 30 places Entrepreneurs in the travel industry will have a special opportunity at this year’s WTM Latin America. ... Read more

February 26, 2020November 18, 2020

Five key source markets to drive additional 1.4 million arrivals to UAE during Expo 2020, says ATM research

Arabian Travel Market, Industry Report, Press Releases, Trends and Forecasts, WTM Portfolio

  Additional three million international visitors expected to visit UAE over the Expo period of 2020 to 2021 Arrivals from India, Saudi Arabia, Philippines, UK and Pakistan ... Read more

February 24, 2020March 23, 2020

To enjoy nature: turn off your cell phone and experience the parks and conservation units

Blog, WTM Latin America

Originally published at abeta.tur.br “A tropical country that’s beautiful by nature, and how beautiful!”, as a Brazilian song puts it! You must already know that Brazil is ... Read more

February 19, 2020November 18, 2020

Low-Cost Carriers to boost Middle East aviation market

Arabian Travel Market, Aviation, Industry Report, Press Releases, Reports, Trends, Trends and Forecasts

  Low-cost carriers share of total seat capacity across Middle East increased from 14.9% in 2018 to 16.5% in 2019 Aviation to feature heavily in Arabian Travel ... Read more

February 18, 2020February 21, 2020

Leadership and artificial intelligence are just some of the topics that are planned for WTM Latin America

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Alex Leite and Martha Torres are confirmed to speak in the Inspire Theatre The 8th edition of WTM Latin America, which takes place from 31 March to ... Read more

February 16, 2020February 19, 2020

The Corporate Travel area has been strengthened for the 8th edition; there is going to be a day dedicated to content from HSMAI Brasil

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Gabriela Otto will be responsible for curating the area content.  There’s no end to the news about this year’s WTM Latin America. The main tourism event for ... Read more

February 14, 2020February 20, 2020

Digital Influencers Speed Networking is open for registration

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Influencers can apply for the program until March 11 Digital Influencers Speed ​​Networking enters its 3rd edition. A success among influencers and WTM Latin America’s participants, the ... Read more

February 13, 2020November 18, 2020

Short leisure breaks to drive 38% increase in visitors to KSA by 2024, says new ATM research

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

GCC residents to push demand for short leisure breaks in Riyadh & Jeddah 3 million visitors expected by 2024 – ME&A top source market ATM witnesses 45% ... Read more

February 11, 2020February 20, 2020

WTM Latin America announces something new for Travel Forward

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The space will now have an area for content and for technology exhibitors In 2019 WTM Latin America, the main tourism event for Latin America’s B2B audience, ... Read more

February 11, 2020

Registration is now open for the 8th edition of WTM Latin America

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Registration for this event that is a benchmark in the tourism industry is now open for visitors, buyers and the press Registration for the 2020 edition of ... Read more

February 11, 2020February 11, 2020

WTM experts clear up ‘Brexit perplexity’

Press Releases, WTM London

WTM issues myth-busting advice for travellers left bewildered by Brexit Following the UK officially leaving the EU, World Travel Market has issued expert advice to bust the ... Read more

February 7, 2020November 18, 2020

Travel trends for Boomers, Gen X, Y & Z in focus at ATM

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases, Trends, Trends and Forecasts

Activities and experiences tie all generations together, but preferences disrupt broad-based offerings for a global market worth $183 billion up 35% over last 5 years Travellers from ... Read more

February 5, 2020

WTM Africa named BEST OVERALL EXHIBITION in 2019

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Reed Exhibitions Travel, Tourism and Sports team were recognised with eight awards across the portfolio at the 4th annual Association of African Exhibition Organisers (AAXO) ROAR Awards ... Read more

February 5, 2020

INNOVATIVE AFRICA: Investing in the Tourism Value Chain at WTM Africa’s ATIS

Press Releases, WTM Africa

The African Tourism Value Chain – and finding innovative ways to participate in and stimulate the continental tourism economy – are the focus of the African Tourism ... Read more

February 4, 2020February 24, 2020

5 Technologies for developing tour companies in 2020

Blog, WTM Latin America

By Marta Poggi We live in the era of digital transformation in various economic sectors and it’s no different in tourism. The businesspeople and managers of tour ... Read more

February 4, 2020October 9, 2020

5 Technologies for developing tour companies in 2020

Blog, Technology, WTM Latin America

By Marta Poggi We live in the era of digital transformation in various economic sectors and it’s no different in tourism. The businesspeople and managers of tour ... Read more

January 31, 2020February 7, 2020

Hotel segment features prominently at WTM Latin America 2020

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Large chains as well as independent hotels have already confirmed for the 8th edition The main tourism event aimed at the B2B audience in Latin America, WTM ... Read more

January 29, 2020November 18, 2020

GCC tourism spend in Egypt will increase 11% in 2020 generating $2.36 billion, says new ATM report

Arabian Travel Market, Industry Report, Press Releases, Trends and Forecasts

  Saudi Arabian visitor spend to grow 11% to $1.13 billion by 2024 Total tourism spend in Egypt reached $16.4 billion in 2019 and is expected to ... Read more

January 20, 2020January 30, 2020

WTM Latin America presents an app that will help increase exhibitors’ ROI

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Emperia comes with the objective of facilitating the collection of leads With each edition, WTM Latin America looks for solutions that facilitate and bring visitors and exhibitors ... Read more

January 17, 2020

Hosted Buyers can already guarantee their participation in WTM LATIN AMERICA 2020

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The programme selects international buyers who follow an agenda of meetings and networking opportunities over the three days of the event Registration is now open for the ... Read more

January 16, 2020November 18, 2020

ATM to launch inaugural in-destination forum: Arival Dubai @ ATM

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Attractions are currently the third largest and fastest growing sector within the travel and tourism industry, representing approximately US$180 billion in global travel spend annually Arival Dubai ... Read more

January 9, 2020

10 Reasons to Attend Word Travel Market Africa 2020

WTM Africa

World Travel Market Africa 2020 is set to be the biggest edition of the African continent’s leading B2B Travel Trade Show yet, thanks to a host of ... Read more

January 9, 2020November 18, 2020

Nordic tourism to GCC estimated to be worth US$810 million by 2024, says ATM report

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

UAE will witness highest growth with total Nordic tourism estimated to reach US$718 million by 2024, followed by Saudi Arabia and Bahrain 383,800 Nordic citizens will travel ... Read more

December 20, 2019November 18, 2020

Chinese visitors to GCC will increase 54% by 2023, says latest ATM report

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

2 million Chinese tourists will travel to GCC in 2023 with CAGR growth of 4.8% Total Chinese tourism spend in GCC estimated to reach US$3.48 billion by ... Read more

December 17, 2019December 20, 2019

Taking LGBT travel into the 2020s

Press Releases, WTM London

Out Now and WTM London chart the way forward WTM London, the world’s leading global event for the travel industry, celebrated its 40th anniversary in November and ... Read more

December 13, 2019January 8, 2020

WTM Latin America invests in customized actions for exhibitors

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

WTM Live creates opportunities and focuses on experiences. Since the last edition of WTM Latin America, the event’s executive board has been investing in customized actions focused ... Read more

December 11, 2019December 17, 2019

WTM Latin America presents new features for the event’s 8th edition

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Maintenance of the Women in Travel program, holding the 1st edition of the Responsible Tourism Award and the launch of the Student Program were some of the ... Read more

December 11, 2019

Deadline Extended for Entries to WTM Africa Travel & Tourism Awards 2020

Press Releases, WTM Africa

With all the amazing entries pouring in for the inaugural WTM Africa Travel & Tourism Awards, WTM Africa 2020 has prompted organisers, Reed Exhibitions, to extend the ... Read more

December 10, 2019

UK visitors to GCC to increase 22% by 2024, reports ATM

Arabian Travel Market

8 million UK residents will travel to the GCC in 2024, an additional 500,000 travellers when compared with 2018 The number of ATM delegates, exhibitors and attendees ... Read more

November 27, 2019November 27, 2019

US$4.5 billion Mid-East destination wedding tourism, a key trend defining region’s hospitality industry, says new ATM report

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

5% of destination weddings take place in the Middle East with the UAE the most favoured location EWAA tourism as well as solo and female-led travel also ... Read more

November 26, 2019

Blockchain in travel: hype or reality?

Blog, Technology, WTM Latin America

By Travel Forward Blockchain is certainly causing excitement in the travel tech market. As companies and providers look for opportunities to use the technology, it is dividing ... Read more

November 26, 2019

WTM London 2019 sees Increase in Industry Leaders

Press Releases, Travel Forward, WTM London, WTM Portfolio

WTM London 2019 – the event where ideas arrive – saw a 77% increase in ministerial attendance as well as a higher quality of WTM Buyers’ Club ... Read more

November 22, 2019January 28, 2020

WTM Latin America will have a program for students in 2020

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The partnership with the Institute of Travel & Tourism (ITT-UK) will bring provide qualified, certified content for students The 2020 edition of WTM Latin America will have ... Read more

November 20, 2019November 20, 2019

Indian visitors to GCC to increase 81% by 2024, says new ATM report

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

GCC to welcome 9.8 million Indian visitors by 2024 with CAGR growth of 10% UAE to experience highest proportionate increase in arrivals from India The number of ... Read more

November 20, 2019

WTM Africa & IGLTA Partner on LGBTQ+ Initiative EQUAL Africa for 2020

Press Releases, WTM Africa

WTM Africa 2020 will see the introduction of an LGBTQ+ travel event named EQUAL Africa in partnership with IGLTA. EQUAL Africa stands for EQUAL Love, Rights, Experiences ... Read more

November 20, 2019November 20, 2019

The Very Best Stands Recognised at WTM 2019

Press Releases, WTM London

The most imaginative and eye-catching stands at WTM London have been announced, with Moscow, Brazil, Cape Town and Indonesia among the winners. A panel of three expert ... Read more

November 20, 2019November 20, 2019

Russian tourism to GCC worth $1.22 billion by 2023, says ATM report

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

UAE will witness highest growth with total Russian tourism spend estimated to reach US$1.153 billion by 2023, followed by Saudi Arabia and Oman New buyer forums and ... Read more

November 18, 2019November 18, 2019

Sherbet London Taxis Point to the Future of Travel at WTM London

Press Releases, WTM London

Sherbet London and WTM London – the event where ideas arrive – partnered this year to reduce the amount of CO2 being produced from taxi transfers during ... Read more

November 15, 2019April 22, 2020

Wellness and happiness, let’s have some more of that please!

Video, WTM London

@G_EmilyMikus from @gadventures told us about the growth in this market, especially in the 50+ demographic. #WTMLDN #IdeasArriveHere #NewInspiration ... Read more

November 14, 2019December 6, 2019

London Travel Week Debuts to Huge Acclaim

London Travel Week, Press Releases

The launch of London Travel Week, which took place from Friday 1 to Thursday 7 November 2019, was a great success as destinations, brands and tourism organisations ... Read more

November 9, 2019May 18, 2020

The World of Travel Influencing could be About to Change

Press Releases, WTM London

Influencers’ lack of originality and authenticity on Instagram can contribute to both overtourism and unrealistic expectations, delegates heard at WTM London – the event where ideas arrive. ... Read more

November 6, 2019

Crypto-booking app wins #HackTravel at Travel Forward

Press Releases, Travel Forward

The first prize in the inaugural #HackTravel London 2019, taking place at Travel Forward and sponsored by Winding Tree, went to a team which developed a crypto-booking ... Read more

November 6, 2019

WTM World Responsible Tourism Awards 2019

Press Releases, Responsible Tourism

Ever since these awards were first held back at WTM London in 2004 their purpose has been the same – to encourage change in the industry, to ... Read more

November 6, 2019

The Future of Air Travel and Digital Travel

Press Releases, WTM London

Advances in digital and artificial intelligence for air travel are coming in thick and fast, delegates heard. Liam McKay, Director of Corporate Affairs at London City Airport ... Read more

November 6, 2019November 6, 2019

Tackling Climate Change on Day 3 at WTM London

Press Releases, Responsible Tourism, WTM London

The 40th edition of WTM London began with a session exploring Decarbonising Travel and Tourism: Is the Industry Doing Enough? Speaking by video before the main panel, ... Read more

November 6, 2019November 25, 2019

Exhibitor Updates from Day Three at WTM London

Press Releases, WTM London

WTM audiences today (Wednesday 6 November) heard how Malta has successfully repositioned itself as a youth travel destination, by embracing experiential tourism, driven by the power of ... Read more

November 6, 2019

‘No easy answers’ when it comes to promoting controversial countries

Press Releases, WTM London

Bloggers have urged writers and travellers to do their own research about countries with ‘morally questionable’ regimes. In a debate at WTM London about the ethics of ... Read more

November 6, 2019November 6, 2019

Winners announced for the International Travel & Tourism Awards

Awards, Press Releases

The lucky sixteen winners of the second International Travel & Tourism Awards, presented by WTM London, were revealed last night (Tuesday 5 November) at a glittering awards ... Read more

November 5, 2019December 3, 2019

Top tips for attracting Chinese visitors revealed at WTM London

Press Releases, WTM London

Tourism businesses who want to attract their share of the burgeoning Chinese travel market need to make sure they have a Chinese specific website and brush up ... Read more

November 5, 2019

Making the World a More Inclusive Place through Travel

Press Releases, WTM London

WTM London 2019 – the event where ideas arrive – saw a variety of interesting talks and conferences focused on making travel more inclusive. In a session ... Read more

November 5, 2019November 5, 2019

WTM London Welcome Industry Bosses to Speak on the Global Stage

Press Releases, WTM London, WTM Portfolio

The first two days of the 40th edition of WTM London saw three of the travel industries top bosses speak on their next business move and ideas ... Read more

November 5, 2019December 10, 2019

Flymoney wins StartUp Pitch at Travel Forward

Press Releases, Travel Forward

Flymoney Technologies, an Isreali-based provider of money services for travellers, has won the StartUp Pitch Competition at this year’s Travel Forward, sponsored by Amadeus. It was chosen ... Read more

November 5, 2019

WTM ministers’ summit hears how modern tech can help rural traditions

Press Releases, WTM London

Major global brands such as Google and Mastercard can help farmers, shopkeepers and restaurateurs to boost rural tourism, delegates heard today at WTM London – the event ... Read more

November 5, 2019

Exhibitors at WTM London 2019 showcase all that is unique about their destination

Press Releases, WTM London

A vast array of exhibitors had a chance to illustrate just what makes their destinations unique to a global audience at WTM London 2019 – the event ... Read more

November 5, 2019November 5, 2019

Demographics and New Business Models can Drive Innovation, as Travel Forward Shows

Press Releases, Travel Forward

Attendees on the second day on Travel Forward came away with marketing tips from one of the world’s biggest travel companies and heard how one of the ... Read more

November 5, 2019October 31, 2019

WTM London Honours the Very Best in the Industry

Press Releases, WTM London

Winners Announced at the WTM World Travel Leaders Awards Ceremony Ten of the greatest World Travel Leaders, from around the world, picked up their coveted award today ... Read more