Press Releases

August 2, 2021

WTM Virtual Offers Exhibitors the Best of Both Worlds

Exhibitors at WTM Virtual will be able to promote their brand to a global audience of thousands of customers in November – both live and online. WTM Virtual will take ... Read more

August 2, 2021August 4, 2021

Ministry of Tourism and 27 Brazilian States will be present at the WTM Latin America

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

According to MTur, the participation of states in the event is crucial to promote the strengthening of the resumption of activities São Paulo, August 02nd 2021 – The Ministry of Tourism ... Read more

August 2, 2021August 4, 2021

Diversity panels are on the WTM Latin America content schedule

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Guests present destinations that bet on LGBT+ campaigns and how to learn from these travelers São Paulo, July 30th 2021 – On August 10, 11 and 12, the WTM Latin America Virtual, ... Read more

July 29, 2021August 10, 2021

WTM Latin America features panels on market and employment trends

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Marília Borges, Euromonitor International’s consultant, and Dario Paixão, international and sustainable tourism specialist, present the contents São Paulo, July 29th 2021 – Among the topics at WTM Latin America Virtual, the main event ... Read more

July 28, 2021August 4, 2021

WTM Latin America will have panels dedicated to the theme of women in tourism

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Guests seeking gender equity present their successful ideas and project São Paulo, July 28th 2021 – The WTM Latin America Virtual, which takes place on August 10, 11 and 12 ... Read more

July 27, 2021August 4, 2021

Check the programs of talks of WTM Latin America Virtual

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Trends, Responsible Tourism, Women in Tourism and Technology are the pillars of the content of the event São Paulo, July 27th 2021 – The 2021 edition of WTM Latin America, ... Read more

July 26, 2021

WTM London unveils important China Travel Online partnership

Press Releases, WTM London

Up to 50 Chinese Buyers will network and do business with exhibitors during WTM Virtual on 8-9 November 2021 WTM London has announced that China Travel Online is the show’s ... Read more

July 23, 2021July 26, 2021

WTM Latin America works with special conditions for tourism operators

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The traditional environment dedicated to tourism operators is maintained in the virtual event and allows fast & effective connections with travel agents and other professionals of the event São Paulo, ... Read more

July 21, 2021July 22, 2021

WTM Latin America will have panels dedicated to technology in tourism

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Important names of the industry, such as Skyscanner, Global Rescue, and Mabrian Technologies will be present at the event São Paulo, July 21th 2021 – One of the highlights of this year’s ... Read more

July 21, 2021November 11, 2021

Registration Live for Innovative Hybrid WTM London

Press Releases, WTM London

Travel professionals from around the globe are able to register for WTM London 2021, which will be held for the first time in an innovative hybrid format. The physical event ... Read more

July 20, 2021July 22, 2021

Mato Grosso do Sul is one of the highlights of WTM Latin America

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

With 10 co-exhibitors, the State will have a massive presence at the event and will support lectures on technology and responsible tourism São Paulo, July 20th 2021 – The state ... Read more

July 14, 2021July 16, 2021

WTM Latin America Announces Responsible Tourism Lecture Schedule

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Debates with specialists from different regions of Latin America shed light on themes necessary for the development of the segment São Paulo, July 14th 2021 – One of the highlights ... Read more

July 13, 2021July 15, 2021

Opening of WTM Latin America will be attended by journalist Pedro Andrade

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The professional will give a speech at the opening of the event on the importance of retaking the tourism industry São Paulo, July 13, 2021 – WTM Latin America Virtual, ... Read more

July 13, 2021

WTM London, Travel Forward & World Tourism Forum Lucerne Launch a Start-Up Competition

Press Releases, Travel Forward, WTM London

Innovative technology start-ups will have the opportunity to enter the Front Runners Travel Tech Competition which takes place on 2 November at Excel London WTM London, Travel Forward and World Tourism Forum ... Read more

July 7, 2021October 25, 2023

World WTM Latin America to hold debates with the world’s important political leaders

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

A cycle of debates named “Destinations Leading Recovery” to be held with political representatives from Egypt, Jamaica, Portugal and Greece São Paulo, July 07th 2021 – On August 10, 11 and ... Read more

July 6, 2021

WTM’s New Platform for Change Addresses the Challenges Facing Tourism

Press Releases, Responsible Tourism, WTM London

Platform for Change comes as recent research shows 8.4 million UK consumers (16%) think it is up to travel companies rather than themselves to make their travel experiences sustainable. A ... Read more

July 5, 2021October 25, 2023

WTM Latin America Virtual: Know the platform functionalities

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Business meetings will be scheduled by the smart system and count with a concierge dedicated to the meeting effectiveness São Paulo, June 05th 2021 – WTM Latin America Virtual, the ... Read more

June 29, 2021July 2, 2021

Agents on the Road Program is confirmed for the 9th edition of Virtual WTM Latin America

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

A success in previous events, this action allows travel agents to continue creating connections with market players, especially Brazilian tour operators São Paulo, June 29th 2021 – In its 9th ... Read more

June 29, 2021

Region of Murcia to promote free COVID insurance as part of WTM London campaign

Press Releases, WTM London

Tourism bosses from the Region of Murcia will be using WTM London as a platform to promote the Spanish destination’s free Covid-19 travel insurance. From 1 July 2021, visitors to ... Read more

June 29, 2021

RX UK appoints Vasyl Zhygalo as Portfolio Director of WTM and IBTM brands

Press Releases, WTM London

RX UK (Reed Exhibitions) today announced Vasyl Zhygalo as Portfolio Director for WTM and IBTM brands, in addition to his current role as Managing Director of RX Abu Dhabi office. ... Read more

June 25, 2021June 29, 2021

WTM Latin America Virtual Selects Hosted Buyers for 2021 Edition

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Program will bring at least 100 international buyers São Paulo, June 25, 2021 – The virtual edition of WTM Latin America, which takes place on August 10, 11 and 12, ... Read more

June 22, 2021October 25, 2023

WTM Latin America opens registration to virtual event

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Market and media professionals can register to the 9th edition, to be held from August 10 to 12. São Paulo, June 22, 2021 – Registrations to Virtual WTM Latin America, ... Read more

June 18, 2021October 25, 2023

WTM Latin America invests in actions that enhance the virtual event

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Virtual event will expand the range of professionals and greater business reach São Paulo, June 18, 2021 – On August 10, 11 and 12, the WTM Latin America Virtual will ... Read more

May 26, 2021May 26, 2021

Tourism professionals discuss sustainability & the growth of alternative lodging at ATM Virtual

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Sustainability expert Harold Goodwin leads discussion on responsible tourism Colliers examine growth potential and challenges facing EWAA tourism Under the theme of ‘A new dawn for travel & tourism’, the ... Read more

May 25, 2021May 25, 2021

Sir Tim Clark kicks off ATM Virtual with realistic outlook for the aviation sector

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

President of Emirates believes demand for air travel could come back at a ‘staggering rate’ by Q4 2021, if the vaccine programme beats the virus Aviation, regional tourism, destinations and ... Read more

May 25, 2021May 25, 2021

Future for tourism attractions in 2021 and beyond discussed at ATM Virtual 2021

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Arival survey identified key trends such as online bookings, virtual tours, self-guided experience as shaping the future for tours, activities and attractions The outlook for the recovery of the sector ... Read more

May 25, 2021

WTM’s Responsible Tourism Advisor to Host Sustainability Debates at ATM Virtual

Press Releases, Responsible Tourism

Harold Goodwin, WTM’s Responsible Tourism Advisor, will moderate two important panel debates this week during the virtual element of Arabian Travel Market – ATM Virtual. He will bring together top ... Read more

May 24, 2021May 24, 2021

Virtual Arabian Travel Market 2021 begins tomorrow as industry convenes to show support for recovery of the industry

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Sir Tim Clark opens ATM Virtual 2021 Virtual element of hybrid ATM takes place from 24 – 26 May In-person event successfully concluded last week having welcomed exhibitors from 62 ... Read more

May 19, 2021May 19, 2021

ITIC Summit concludes successful return of live and in-person Arabian Travel Market

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Collaboration at government level crucial for tourism recovery said former UNWTO Secretary General Exhibitors from 62 countries and travel professionals from over 100 countries represented at ATM The highly anticipated ... Read more

May 19, 2021May 24, 2021

Middle East aviation experts optimistic about rebound in 2021

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

IATA estimates domestic markets will start to recover during H2 2021 Global regulations, passenger confidence and flexible airline propositions key to sector recovery Short haul leisure travel to recover first ... Read more

May 19, 2021May 19, 2021

ITIC partners with ATM, to host its first face-to-face Tourism Investment Summit tomorrow

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

The Middle East Tourism Investment Summit will be two-fold organised by ITIC in partnership with ATM. The in-person summit will be held in Dubai on the Wednesday 19 May and ... Read more

May 18, 2021May 18, 2021

China gearing up for international travel

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

International travel from China back to pre-Covid levels by 2023 86 foreign and 19 Chinese airlines flying to 55 countries – 294 roundtrip flights to China every week Bahrain tourism ... Read more

May 18, 2021May 18, 2021

Government and private sector urged to collaborate to ensure travel rebounds to boost economies in the Middle East

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Key travel and tourism trends in the spotlight on the ATM 2021 Global Stage include stakeholder collaboration, building resilience and the role of data-based technology solutions ATM 2021, the region’s ... Read more

May 18, 2021May 18, 2021

Saudi Arabian tourism buoyed by domestic demand as it prepares to welcome foreign tourists

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Fahd Hamidaddin, CEO, Saudi Tourism Authority addressed travel and tourism industry professionals at the ATM 2021 Saudi Arabia Tourism Summit Travel and tourism industry in Saudi Arabia remained buoyant throughout ... Read more

May 16, 2021May 16, 2021

Tourism for a brighter future a major focus on the Global Stage at ATM 2021

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Opening session of the high-level summit highlights the critical role that travel and tourism plays in long term sustainable economic recovery of the Middle East Panellists call for unity from ... Read more

May 16, 2021May 16, 2021

HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed opens Arabian Travel Market 2021

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

World’s first in-person international travel trade event in 18 months opens in Dubai HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, CEO and Founder ... Read more

May 15, 2021May 15, 2021

Arabian Travel Market 2021 prepares to open the in-person show in Dubai tomorrow as a new dawn awaits ME travel & tourism sector

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

First major in-person international travel event since outbreak of pandemic 62 countries represented on exhibition floor, 67 conference sessions & 145 local, regional & international speakers Middle East tourism professionals ... Read more

May 11, 2021October 25, 2023

WTM Latin America will be a virtual-only show in August 2021

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The leading global event for the Latin American travel industry will be a virtual-only event this year, postponing the face-to-face event until 2022 and taking place online from 10 – ... Read more

May 10, 2021May 10, 2021

Travel tech giants stage a conference comeback at ATM in Dubai

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

In partnership with Amadeus, Travel Forward Theatre welcomes Google, Skyscanner, Travelport, Hilton Hotel, Expedia Group and more Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 10 May 2021: Travel Forward, the leading global event ... Read more

May 10, 2021May 19, 2021

Travel’s Tech Giants Stage a Conference Comeback at ATM in Dubai

Press Releases, Travel Forward

In partnership with Amadeus, Travel Forward Theatre welcomes Google, Skyscanner, Travelport, Hilton Hotel, Expedia Group and more Travel Forward, the leading global event for travel technology, has named an impressive ... Read more

May 6, 2021May 6, 2021

Pent-up demand will help propel Africa’s travel recovery once restrictions are lifted – exclusive Oxford Economics report for Africa Travel Week

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Domestic tourism will support travel industry survival in the short-term, while international travel returns slowly Vaccine rollout will be critical in allowing African countries to fully reopen and restore confidence ... Read more

May 4, 2021May 4, 2021

Dubai to host first in-person travel & tourism event in the world since the onset of the pandemic

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

62 countries represented on exhibition floor such as KSA, Germany, Italy, Greece, Cyprus, Thailand, Indonesia, Egypt, South Korea, The Philippines, Malaysia, Maldives and Israel 67 conference sessions featuring 145 local, ... Read more

April 28, 2021May 19, 2021

WTM’s Responsible Tourism Advisor calls for ‘Effective Action’ on Aviation Emissions

Press Releases, Responsible Tourism

WTM’s Responsible Tourism Advisor Harold Goodwin has called for “effective action” to decarbonise the aviation sector. His comments come as momentum builds towards the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference, ... Read more

April 28, 2021April 28, 2021

Over 60 international countries represented at ATM 2021 despite Coronavirus travel restrictions

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

62 source and outbound markets represented in-person at Arabian Travel Market, including Jordan, KSA, Germany, Italy, Russia, Greece, Thailand, Malaysia, Maldives and Cyprus A total of 62 countries will be ... Read more

April 21, 2021April 21, 2021

Key industry figures to address delegates in-person on ATM Global Stage

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Keynotes will be shared during opening session at Arabian Travel Market 2021, swift, sustainable growth vital to travel industry recovery Prominent tourism figures will be participating in-person at the opening ... Read more

April 16, 2021April 16, 2021

ATW: Virtual ends on the right notes

Press Releases, WTM Africa

Africa Travel Week 2021 has wrapped up its first virtual trade show and content programme with over 5,000 successful 1-on-1 meetings, 4,000 views of content sessions and over 4,300 minutes ... Read more

April 14, 2021April 14, 2021

Final preparations in place for Arabian Travel Market 2021 in-person event in Dubai as new dawn beckons for travel & tourism industry

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Health & safety top priorities for organisers In-person event taking place at DWTC on 16-19 May 2021 ATM Virtual on 24-26 May aimed at participants who can’t travel to Dubai ... Read more

April 8, 2021

WTM World Responsible Tourism Awards Adds Global Winners for 2021

Press Releases, Responsible Tourism

Entries are open for the WTM World Responsible Tourism Awards 2021, with this year’s ceremony including a series of Global Awards for the first time. The awards, first launched in ... Read more

April 1, 2021April 1, 2021

Reed Exhibitions’ Shares Global Expertise with Arabian Travel Market

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

As restrictions start to ease across countries, Reed Exhibitions’ events globally are sharing their best practice and experience of running COVID-safe face-to-face and hybrid events, including with Arabian Travel Market ... Read more

March 30, 2021March 30, 2021

Island resorts leading recovery in global leisure travel

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Emirates increases weekly schedule to Maldives & Seychelles over Easter holidays as Middle East demand soars Sri Lanka, Cyprus and Greek islands also preparing for summer influx of international arrivals ... Read more

March 24, 2021

Four in Ten can’t wait to book a holiday abroad, with Millennials twice as likely to choose a package than Baby Boomers

WTM London

4 in 10 eager Brits are holding out for an overseas holiday this year, with younger generations more likely to choose a package holiday than book a DIY trip, according ... Read more

March 22, 2021March 22, 2021

Euromonitor Webinar Assesses Prospects for Global Travel and Tourism

Press Releases, WTM Portfolio

Euromonitor International – the leading market research firm – will host a webinar with WTM Global to discuss the prospects for the global travel and tourism market. Called ‘Travel Industry ... Read more

March 17, 2021March 17, 2021

ME spend on international leisure travel to exceed pre-COVID levels by 10% in 2024

Arabian Travel Market

YouGov and Tourism Economics survey for ATM 2021 says 47% of total 2019 ME travel spend went on international leisure trips 37% of total ME travel budget was spent on ... Read more

March 10, 2021March 10, 2021

Europeans Head to Dubai for ATM

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

The First Major In-person International Travel Trade Event to Return to the Calendar since 2019 Thousands of European exhibitors, visitors and buyers will travel to Dubai for Arabian Travel Market ... Read more

March 2, 2021March 11, 2021

UAE hotels preparing for a V-shaped recovery, after vaccine rollout and herd immunity take effect

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

UAE hotels averaged 51.7% occupancy in 2020 Fujairah & RAK hotels increase Y-on-Y; ADR at +7% & +1% respectively, in 2020 Dubai hotels record 76% occupancy over NYE, just 9% ... Read more

February 22, 2021October 25, 2023

WTM Latin America will adopt a hybrid model for its event in 2021

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The event will last five days, three of which will be physical and two digital WTM Latin America has announced its first news of 2021. The model of the event ... Read more

February 16, 2021February 16, 2021

Arabian Travel Week to focus on recovery of Middle East tourism

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

In-person ATM event to take place 16-19 May 2021 Host of additional events in Dubai aimed at stimulating hotel, travel and tourism sectors under an ATM theme that has never ... Read more

February 10, 2021February 10, 2021

Kerry Prince appointed Brand Director in Reed Exhibitions restructure

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Arabian Travel Market to reap benefits of new strategic brand leadership team and additional international experience Reed Exhibitions – www.reedexhibitions.com – has announced that Kerry Prince, has been appointed ... Read more

January 29, 2021January 29, 2021

Africa Travel Week unveils 2021 roadmap to reignite travel and tourism in Africa

Press Releases, WTM Africa

WTM Africa and suite of sister shows to run as a virtual event from 07-09 April 2021 with a live element from 01-03 September during Tourism Month. The virtual and ... Read more

January 28, 2021October 25, 2023

WTM Latin America Announces New Dates

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The event will take place from 3 to 5 August 2021 at Expo Centre Norte, in São Paulo Simon Mayle, the new Exhibition Director at WTM Latin America, has announced ... Read more

January 26, 2021January 26, 2021

46% of Middle East luxury travellers plan to holiday abroad in 2021, says YouGov survey

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dedicated luxury event ILTM Arabia to be co-located with ATM 52% of luxury travellers in ME also keen to take a staycation The latest data analysis produced by YouGov for ... Read more

January 19, 2021January 19, 2021

UAE & KSA top global YouGov survey for intent to travel abroad in 2021

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

48% of UAE & 46% of KSA residents confirmed they intended to make an international trip within the next 12 months Survey results further good news for ME aviation sector ... Read more

January 19, 2021January 19, 2021

Middle East hotels ready to capitalise on workation trend, says ATM

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

• The pandemic and progressive IT companies have accelerated demand for remote working • ‘On the go’ bleisure stays increasingly popular with Gen Z singletons, white collar millennials and other ... Read more

January 13, 2021October 25, 2023

WTM Latin America announces a new director for the event

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Simon Mayle will be assuming the position as from 15 January As of January 15 the Latin American event in WTM’s portfolio will have a new director, with Simon Mayle ... Read more

January 13, 2021January 13, 2021

Travel Forward Unveils New Executives for the Travel Tech Show

Press Releases, Travel Forward

Travel Forward – the travel technology event co-located with WTM London – and part of the WTM Portfolio, which also includes WTM London, Arabian Travel Market, WTM Latin America, WTM ... Read more

December 8, 2020

UAE & Bahrain First to Benefit From Israeli Tourism

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

ATM expects influx of participants from Israel and across the globe as Abraham Accords opens-up UAE & Bahrain to massive potential 6 million outbound trips made from Israel in 2019 ... Read more

December 8, 2020

WTM London Proclaims Manifesto for Safer, Smarter and Greener Travel and Tourism

Press Releases, WTM London

WTM London publishes a manifesto to guide policy-makers with concrete solutions to our present and future challenges The document had the support from UNWTO and WTTC, plus more than 200 ... Read more

November 26, 2020November 26, 2020

Green light for WTM Africa 2021 live/hybrid event in April

Press Releases, WTM Africa

WTM Africa will go ahead from 07-09 April 2021 in the format of a hybrid event, delivering a significant ROI for exhibitors and providing a much-needed platform for live and ... Read more

November 24, 2020

1st edition of WTM Virtual has a good impact on the Brazilian market

Press Releases, WTM London

The three-day event brings together participants from around the globe Brazil uses speed networking meetings to connect to rest of the world The 1st edition of WTM Virtual, which took ... Read more

November 18, 2020April 28, 2021

Arabian Travel Market 2021 to run live event in Dubai as new dawn beckons for travel & tourism industry

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

Live event to take place at DWTC on 16-19 May 2021 and will focus on what the future holds Aviation and travel professionals more optimistic after recent vaccine announcement by ... Read more

November 18, 2020November 24, 2020

Wrap Up: Sustainable Tourism is Open for Business – Just A Drop Session

Press Releases, Responsible Tourism, WTM London

Sustainability and a spirit of openness will help drive the post-COVID recovery of not only the travel and tourism industry but also the wider global economy, according to a panel ... Read more

November 18, 2020

Exhibitors Praise Online Format of WTM Virtual

Press Releases, WTM London

Tourist boards from destinations as diverse as Andalucia, the Caribbean, Slovenia and Israel have hailed the new format of WTM Virtual, describing it as “productive” and “brilliant”. They praised the ... Read more

November 16, 2020October 25, 2023

WTM Latin America announces new dates for 2021

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

The event will be held 23-25 June 2021 at Expo Center Norte, São Paulo WTM Latin America has announced its new dates in 2021. The decision was taken in consultation ... Read more

November 13, 2020November 16, 2020

TF Virtual Final Wrap Up: Data will drive the rebuild and recovery

Press Releases, Travel Forward

Travel Forward Virtual has completed its three-day conference, leaving the industry with a plethora of technology-focused takeaways to help frame the travel’s rebuild and recovery phase. “Data” in its broadest ... Read more

November 13, 2020

Wrap Up: Expedia data confirms dominance of late bookings

Press Releases, Travel Forward

Data from Expedia Group Media Solutions, shared at Travel Forward Virtual, shows that the vast majority of global travellers are looking to book within 21 days of departure. Senior director ... Read more

November 13, 2020November 13, 2020

Wrap Up: Tech giants ready for the connected trip complexity

Press Releases, Travel Forward

Bookable and serviceable inventory is the first of many challenges facing suppliers involved in developing the technology to power the connected trip, a Travel Forward Virtual panel said this week. ... Read more

November 13, 2020November 13, 2020

Wrap Up: Google tips winter staycation boom

Press Releases, Travel Forward

Google has revealed its latest UK traveller sentiment survey at Travel Forward Virtual, showing how the threat of quarantine and isolation is the biggest worry, leading to the prospect of ... Read more

November 13, 2020

Wrap Up: Tours and activities stay positive for a different future

Press Releases, Travel Forward

Tours and activities providers are rethinking internal and external operations during the current slowdown while planning for the future, according to a panel discussion at Travel Forward Virtual. Nadav Zin ... Read more

November 13, 2020

Wrap Up: Holiday Pirates maintains social media focus during slowdown

Press Releases, Travel Forward

Deals publisher and inspiration brand Holiday Pirates has shared some of its social media secrets with the Travel Forward Virtual audience. Nick Cooper, head of the UK, told the audience ... Read more

November 13, 2020November 18, 2020

Wrap Up: Through a Diversity Gaze: How Travel Risk Is Changing in the Covid19 Era – BAME

Press Releases, Responsible Tourism, WTM London

With the pandemic changing the shape of travel and tourism, the subject of How Travel Risk is Changing in the COVID-19 era was discussed. Specialists in risk and security joined ... Read more

November 13, 2020November 13, 2020

Wrap Up: ‘Tourism is a Force for Good – We’re Not Victims or Villains’

Press Releases, WTM London

The travel and tourism sector must show how it can help economies to rebuild – and stop being seen as victims or villains, say industry bosses. The sector must demonstrate ... Read more

November 13, 2020

Wrap Up: UK travel trade sees green shoots of recovery

Press Releases, WTM London

Agents and operators in the UK are optimistic about a recovery next year, especially for cruise and beach holidays. Talking at WTM Virtual, industry bosses said they were boosted by ... Read more

November 13, 2020

Wrap Up: Digital skills are most in demand, say recruitment experts

Press Releases, WTM London

Companies in other sectors are recruiting staff from travel and tourism who have digital, finance and HR skills. Millions of jobs in the travel sector have been lost or affected ... Read more

November 13, 2020

Wrap Up: JetBlue still on track for London 2021 routes

Press Releases, WTM London

The CEO of low-cost US carrier JetBlue has said the airline will go ahead with plans to fly to London in 2021, promising to “disrupt” the market by offering “a ... Read more

November 13, 2020November 13, 2020

Wrap Up: China’s outbound travel market may take two years to rebound

Press Releases, WTM London

China’s domestic tourism industry has started to bounce back – but the outbound travel market may not recover fully for two years, WTM Virtual heard. Ning Guoxin, Vice President at ... Read more

November 12, 2020

Wrap Up: Ryanair boss predicts air traffic volumes will bounce back quickly

Press Releases, WTM London

The prospect of widespread vaccinations means the aviation sector can plan for recovery by summer 2021 with optimism, according to the boss of Ryanair. Michael O’Leary, chief executive at the ... Read more

November 12, 2020November 12, 2020

Wrap Up: WTM Virtual looks to the future at ITIC Investment Summit

Press Releases, WTM London

Representatives from all sectors of travel and tourism took part in a virtual tourism investment summit to discuss ways to boost business recovery and restore traveller confidence. Organised by International ... Read more

November 12, 2020

Wrap Up: Bright future for tourism but we must remember lessons, warn bosses

Press Releases, WTM London

The future for travel and tourism looks bright after the pandemic recedes but firms, tourist boards and governments must not forget the lessons of the Covid-19 crisis. That was the ... Read more

November 12, 2020

Wrap Up: COVID caution sees hoteliers cut back on cleaning, check-in and concierges Cleaners, concierges and check-in may be history in post-pandemic hotels

Press Releases, WTM London

Daily housekeeping visits and traditional concierges may be consigned to history, as hotels will increasingly use technology to limit touchpoints and reduce contact between staff and guests. Hoteliers are also ... Read more

November 12, 2020

Wrap Up: It’s a Wonderful Life – Travel has had its ‘George Bailey’ moment

Press Releases, WTM London

Travel has had its George Bailey moment in 2020 as COVID-19 redefines the industry – a reference to the 1946 film classic It’s a Wonderful Life – according to one ... Read more

November 12, 2020

Wrap Up: ITIC Session Presents Innovation in Crisis

Press Releases, WTM London

Innovation in crisis was the subject of the ITIC Tourism Investment Ministerial Panel at Monday’s WTM Virtual. In a session entitled Rethinking the Global Travel & Tourism Industry with a ... Read more

November 12, 2020November 18, 2020

Wrap Up: It’s not about us if it’s without us – Responsible Tourism Programme at WTM Virtual on Wednesday 11 2020

Press Releases, Responsible Tourism, WTM London

“It’s not about us if it’s without us,” said Keith Henry, President and CEO, Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada, during a session that brought together commentators from a broad range ... Read more

November 12, 2020

Wrap Up: “Let’s talk” Tourism Minister tells trade

Press Releases, WTM London

The UK’s Tourism Minister has told the travel trade he’s happy to hear their views on how the industry can work its way through the COVID crisis, telling WTM Virtual: ... Read more

November 12, 2020

Wrap Up: Ministers from Israel, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates discussed tourism opportunities at WTM Virtual

Press Releases, WTM London

Ministers from Israel, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates have discussed the peace enhancing tourism opportunities created by the signing of the Abraham Accords this September, which formally normalised relations ... Read more

November 12, 2020

Wrap Up: UNWTO, WTTC and WTM Ministers’ Summit 2020

Press Releases, WTM London

Greater international coordination and a widespread antigen testing regime are the most important factors for restarting tourism according to industry leaders at WTM Virtual’s UNWTO, WTTC and WTM Ministers’ Summit. ... Read more

November 12, 2020

Wrap Up: Passenger routes could be determined by where the cargo is going: How aviation is reacting to the coronavirus pandemic

Press Releases, WTM London

Ticket flexibility will overtake inflight entertainment or on-board dining as a key reason to choose a particular airline – while carriers may start prioritising destinations by where the cargo’s going ... Read more

November 12, 2020November 12, 2020

Wrap Up: YouGov research reveals Gen Z and Millennials more likely to travel than older generation

Press Releases, WTM London

Younger travellers are more likely than the older generation to head overseas next year, according to YouGov research presented at WTM Virtual. About 52% of consumers surveyed for YouGov’s Vacation ... Read more

November 11, 2020November 18, 2020

Wrap Up: WTM Responsible Tourism Session on Tuesday November 10

Press Releases, Responsible Tourism, WTM London

WTM Virtual’s Responsible Tourism Programme on Tuesday November 10 started with the issue dominating everyone’s minds, Covid. Inge Huijbrechts, Global Senior Vice President Responsible Business and Safety & Security at ... Read more

November 11, 2020November 11, 2020

German National Tourist Board wins Best Stand Award at WTM Virtual

Press Releases, WTM London

The German National Tourist Board has been named as the winner of the Best Stand Award at WTM Virtual. It won the honour thanks to the virtual stand’s clear and ... Read more

November 10, 2020November 18, 2020

Wrap Up: UNWTO, WTTC and WTM Ministers’ Summit – Sustainable Practices

Press Releases, Responsible Tourism, WTM London

Any government financial support to help the travel industry recover from the pandemic should be linked to sustainable practices, it was argued during this year’s UNWTO, WTTC and WTM Ministers’ ... Read more