Search Results for: travel tech

August 1, 2024August 1, 2024

World Travel Market Announces 2024 Conference Advisory Team

Press Releases, WTM London

World Travel Market London has today announced its 2024 Conference Advisory Team. The panel, selected from almost 50 submissions following a ‘Call for Advisors’, is working with the World Travel ... Read more

May 9, 2024May 9, 2024

Arabian Travel Market 2024 sees 15% year-on-year growth, setting a new show record with more than 46,000 attendees across four days

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 9 May 2024: More than 46,000 industry professionals from over 160 countries – including 33,500 visitors – attended the 31st edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), ... Read more

May 9, 2024May 9, 2024

Travel entrepreneur and startup funding is growing in the Middle East but more investment is needed, say industry experts at ATM 2024

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 9 May 2024: Experts shone a spotlight on the Middle East’s travel investment ecosystem at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2024, which concludes today, Thursday 9 May ... Read more

May 9, 2024May 9, 2024

Experience Abu Dhabi scoops Best Stand Design Award (over 150m2) at the 31st edition of Arabian Travel Market

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 8 May 2024: Experience Abu Dhabi secured the Best Stand Design Award (over 150m2) at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2024, which will run at Dubai World ... Read more

May 8, 2024May 8, 2024

Aviation experts at Arabian Travel Market highlight the pivotal role of innovation as regional passenger numbers soar

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 08 May 2024: As passenger numbers in the Middle East are predicted to reach 429 million this year, representing a 5.4% increase on 2019 figures, a ... Read more

May 8, 2024May 8, 2024

Video content key to engaging Gen Z travellers, say experts at ATM 2024

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 8 May 2024:    In an enlightening session on “How To Build Influence with Gen Z in Just 30 Seconds”, Marc-Antoine Simon, Industry Manager, Travel and ... Read more

May 7, 2024May 8, 2024

ATM 2024 experts examine Indian travel and tourism opportunities

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 7 May 2024: India is rapidly emerging as a crucial source market for global tourism, driven by significant economic growth, demographic shifts, and infrastructural improvements, as ... Read more

May 6, 2024May 7, 2024

Ahmed bin Saeed opens Arabian Travel Market 2024

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Leading global travel and tourism event will host 2,300 exhibitors from 165 countries in its largest edition to date, welcoming some 41,000 attendees Policymakers, industry leaders, and travel professionals will ... Read more

May 5, 2024May 5, 2024

Arabian Travel Market returns next week, with over 41,000 attendees expected

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 3 May 2024: The organisers of Arabian Travel Market 2024 (ATM) and representatives from the exhibition’s strategic partners, which include the Dubai Department of Economy and ... Read more

April 18, 2024April 18, 2024

Tourism leaders from around the world will explore how entrepreneurship and innovation are transforming the global travel sector at ATM 2024

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 18 April 2024: International policymakers and industry leaders are preparing to gather in the UAE for Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2024, where they will examine how ... Read more

April 16, 2024April 26, 2024

WTM Latin America: Second day of the event marked by panels on technology, launches, and awards

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

On the second day, WTM Latin America 2024 continued with bustling corridors, numerous business meetings, presentations of innovations, and a busy schedule across the three thematic theaters.  Among the main ... Read more

March 26, 2024March 26, 2024

Artificial intelligence is a highlight of the WTM Technology Theatre program

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Automation, influence marketing and digital trends are some of the themes to be highlighted in program this year, which includes Google among those confirmed attendance. Dynamic, inspiring and aligned with ... Read more

March 20, 2024March 20, 2024

Middle East region first to recover Chinese tourism numbers, boosting participation at Arabian Travel Market 2024

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 20 March 2024: According to research by Oxford Economics, outbound travel from China is estimated to almost double this year, compared with 2023 and will only ... Read more

February 22, 2024February 22, 2024

ATM 2024 to focus on India’s outbound tourism potential, over 30% of Indian travellers choose to visit Middle East destinations

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 22 February 2024: With the Indian outbound market forecast to be worth $143.5 billion annually by the end of this decade, the Indian tourism sector will ... Read more

February 21, 2024February 21, 2024

From experiential to transformational: capitalising on travel’s new chapter

Arabian Travel Market, Blog, Medical Tourism, Travel Industry, Trends, Wellness

Experiential travel, once a niche, has now surged into the mainstream, reflecting a profound demand for immersive and authentic travel encounters. From culinary delights to cultural immersions, adventurous escapades to ... Read more

February 6, 2024February 6, 2024

Gen X driving GCC outbound travel according to research, says ATM

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 06 February 2024: The GCC outbound market is forecast to grow exponentially over the next five years, driven by Gen X travellers, according to recent research, ... Read more

February 1, 2024February 20, 2024

How are We Shaping the Future of Travel?

Arabian Travel Market, Blog, Halal Tourism, Trends

By Hafsa Gaher, Founding Partner and Director at Archer & Gaher Adventures Travel has always been about discovery. From the out-of-the-box package holiday to the seasoned backpacker, there is always ... Read more

January 18, 2024January 18, 2024

The rise and impact of women entrepreneurs in travel and tourism

Arabian Travel Market, Blog, Diversity & Inclusion, Women in Travel

Globally, the surge in the number of women spearheading start-up roles in travel and tourism is not just noteworthy; it’s revolutionary. Over the past few years, there’s been an unmistakable ... Read more

January 18, 2024January 18, 2024

Strong representation from the Kingdom expected at Arabian Travel Market 2024 as Saudi Arabia increases its 2030 visitor target to 150 million

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 18 January 2024: Saudi Arabia is on course to welcome an estimated 30 million overnight tourists this year, according to research conducted by Oxford Economics on ... Read more

December 19, 2023December 19, 2023

ATM establishes official partnership with ICCA and GBTA as global business travel spending to reach US$1.8 trillion by 2027

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 19 December 2023: Arabian Travel Market (ATM) has announced a strategic partnership with the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) and the Global Business Travel Association ... Read more

November 29, 2023November 29, 2023

ATM 2024 will showcase the latest trends in luxury travel, as analysts predict a 7.7% CAGR for the global market until the end of the decade

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 29 November 2023: The Middle East’s luxury travel market is evolving rapidly, extending beyond opulent experiences to incorporate heritage, innovation and sustainability. Tourism experts from around ... Read more

November 27, 2023November 27, 2023

Lessons from a travel start-up journey; top tips from a first-time entrepreneur

Arabian Travel Market, Blog, marketing, Professional Development

Many would like to think of themselves as born leaders, but most don’t really know if they can truly lead until they are put in a position of leadership. Can ... Read more

November 22, 2023November 22, 2023

The COP28 opportunity for Middle East travel and tourism

Arabian Travel Market, Blog, Responsible Tourism

All eyes are on the UAE and the wider Middle East region this month as world leaders head to Dubai for COP28. The 28th session of the Conference of the ... Read more

November 8, 2023November 22, 2023

Niche travel set for stellar growth in wake of experiential trend

Press Releases, WTM London

Mainstream destinations are encouraged to explore the many and varied opportunities which exist within specialist and niche travel markets, attendees at WTM London were told today. Attendees heard from experts ... Read more

November 6, 2023November 7, 2023

The importance of tourism education was the theme of this year’s Ministers’ Summit at World Travel Market, London

Press Releases, WTM London

The summit, now in its 17th year, is one of the largest annual gatherings of tourism ministers, with 40 ministers present for 2023. This year’s session, in association with the ... Read more

November 6, 2023November 7, 2023

“85% now of business travel is through small to medium businesses.”

Press Releases, WTM London

Travel leaders talked post-pandemic trends at World Travel Market, London with enduring shifts in consumer behaviour and inflation in some markets having an effect. In a session responding to the ... Read more

November 6, 2023November 3, 2023

WTM Global Travel Report reveals opportunities and risks ahead for travel industry

Press Releases, WTM London

Rising travel and holiday costs have yet to dampen demand among consumers – mainly because the ‘revenge travel’ trend is still in full swing – but higher prices have been ... Read more

October 27, 2023October 27, 2023

Travelport is Bringing Modern Travel Retailing For Agencies and Suppliers to WTM London 2023

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2023

World Travel Market (WTM) London today announced thatTravelport, a global technology company that powers travel bookings for hundreds of thousands of suppliers worldwide, is the latest global travel technology leader ... Read more

October 26, 2023October 26, 2023

Travel Automation Specialists, Traverse Automation, Receive £500,000 of Investment from Maven Equity Finance

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2023

Cheshire-based Traverse has secured a £500,000 investment from NPIF – Maven Equity Finance which is managed by Maven Capital Partners (“Maven”) and part of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund (“NPIF”). ... Read more

October 25, 2023October 25, 2023

TourAxis: Pioneering Innovation in the Travel Industry

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2023, Uncategorised

In an industry that thrives on innovation and adventure, two South African expats embarked on a remarkable journey that began with a modest £800 and a shared passion for travel. ... Read more

October 24, 2023October 24, 2023

ATM 2024 to explore the full spectrum of travel and tourism, with the global market value projected to pass $1 trillion over the next four years

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 24 October 2023: Attendees from around the world will explore opportunities spanning the full spectrum of travel and tourism – including leisure, business, luxury and meetings, ... Read more

October 19, 2023October 18, 2023

What is a Customer Persona in Travel Marketing?

Blog, marketing, Travel Industry

It’s a well-known piece of marketing advice that the best way to run any kind of successful campaign is to have a very clear understanding of who the intended audience ... Read more

October 17, 2023October 17, 2023

Nurturing travel start-ups makes economic sense

Arabian Travel Market, Blog, Economy, Hospitality

Start-ups play a pivotal role in generating economic expansion. Leaders in innovation, they create a more well-rounded and better-functioning economy, benefitting consumers, businesses and industries. They contribute to lowering unemployment, ... Read more

October 9, 2023October 11, 2023

Over 60 tourism and its role in the travel industry

Blog, Trends

Population aging is a global reality. According to projections by the U.N. Population Division, in 2022 the elderly (60+) represented 13.9% of the world’s total population, and will tend to ... Read more

October 4, 2023October 3, 2023

iOL Pay is Operating a Global Fintech Platform in 37 Countries to Disrupt and Transform the $1.45 Trillion Hotel Payments Industry

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2023

Hotels are plagued with high FX and cross-border fees with restricted payment methods available?  Traditional retail payment solutions are still today unable to automate the processing of complex deposit policies ... Read more

October 3, 2023October 2, 2023

Introducing Ubigi Partner Solutions: Cutting-Edge eSIM Connectivity for Travel Industry Professionals by Ubigi 

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2023

In the rapidly evolving landscape of international travel, Ubigi Partner Solutions is poised to revolutionize how travelers stay connected. With a focus on 5G, eSIM technology, and seamless global roaming, ... Read more

September 26, 2023September 26, 2023

The power of entrepreneurs and start-ups to transform the travel landscape

Arabian Travel Market, Blog, Travel Industry

Entrepreneurs and start-ups have long been at the forefront of disrupting traditional industries, and the travel sector is no exception. Through innovation, technology, and a fresh perspective, these dynamic individuals ... Read more

September 6, 2023September 6, 2023

ATM 2024 to explore how entrepreneurship is empowering innovation in the Middle East’s travel industry

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 06 September 2023: Arabian Travel Market (ATM), the Middle East’s leading event for inbound and outbound travel and tourism professionals, has unveiled its next theme: ‘Empowering ... Read more

August 28, 2023September 1, 2023

Why Local SEO is Important for Travel Brands

Blog, Destinations, marketing, Travel Industry, Trends

In today’s digital landscape, establishing a strong digital presence has become imperative for businesses across all industries. However, this is especially important in the travel sector which is built upon ... Read more

June 8, 2023June 7, 2023

Building a Community with your Travel Brand: Why is it Important?

Blog, marketing, Social Media, Travel Industry, Trends

By Tom Mcloughlin, Founder, SEO Travel Community building is a marketing approach that has been getting more and more attention in recent years. Consumer priorities and values are changing, and ... Read more

May 8, 2023September 6, 2023

Arabian Travel Market 2023 sees 29% year-on-year growth in attendees as Middle East’s largest travel and tourism exhibition sets new record

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 8 May 2023: More than 40,000 people – including 30,000 visitors – attended the 30th edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), which concluded last week in ... Read more

May 4, 2023May 4, 2023

Generative AI and sustainability are driving investment in the tourism technology segment, Plug and Play experts tell attendees at ATM 2023

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 4 May 2023: Generative artificial intelligence (AI) and environmental, social and governance (ESG) activities are attracting the highest levels of investment in travel technology at present, ... Read more

May 3, 2023August 1, 2023

Hilton wins first-ever Sustainable Stand Award at 30th edition of Arabian Travel Market

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 3 May 2023: Hilton was presented with the inaugural Sustainable Stand Award at the 30th edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), which will run at Dubai ... Read more

May 3, 2023August 1, 2023

Tourism leaders speaking at ATM 2023 say luxury travel operators must view sustainability as a long-term investment rather than a short-term cost

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 2 May 2023: Rather than cost, the Middle East’s luxury travel sector should focus on the long-term gains offered by decarbonisation, waste reduction and community initiatives. ... Read more

May 1, 2023August 1, 2023

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai, opens the 30th edition of Arabian Travel Market

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Government of Dubai Media Office – 01 May 2023: His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai, has officially inaugurated Arabian Travel Market ... Read more

April 30, 2023August 1, 2023

Arabian Travel Market 2023 opens at Dubai World Trade Centre tomorrow

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 30 April 2023: Government officials and industry leaders from the Middle East and beyond will gather at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from tomorrow for the ... Read more

April 27, 2023August 1, 2023

Arabian Travel Market to welcome over 2,000 exhibitors, representatives from more than 150 countries and an expected 34,000 attendees to Dubai

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 27 April 2023: Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2023 is ready to welcome the global travel, tourism and hospitality community to the UAE from Monday 1 to ... Read more

April 26, 2023April 25, 2023

Why NFTs will boost brand loyalty among travellers

Aviation, Blog, Trends

By Jenny Southan, Editor, Founder and CEO, Globetrender This spring, Argentinian low-cost airline Flybondi announced that it would be issuing tickets as NFTs (“non-fungible tokens” – or “digital vouchers”), allowing customers ... Read more

March 28, 2023August 1, 2023

China makes welcome return to Arabian Travel Market, Middle East on the cusp of a surge in Chinese tourists

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases, Travel Industry, Trends

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 28 March 2023: Chinese exhibitors and travel professionals are making a welcome return to Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2023 which is being held at the Dubai ... Read more

March 22, 2023March 20, 2023

The future of travel and tourism in the metaverse

Adventure, Arabian Travel Market, Blog, Destinations, marketing, Technology, Travel Industry, Trends

It’s fair to say the metaverse has generated a lot of hype, although in 2023, it’s certainly been superseded by AI chatbot ChatGPT. While it’s not currently the talk of ... Read more

March 15, 2023August 1, 2023

Emirates’ Sir Tim Clark to discuss rapid growth within Middle East aviation at 30th edition of Arabian Travel Market, as regional traffic takes off

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 15 March 2023: Sir Tim Clark, President of Emirates Airline, will participate in an in-depth discussion on the Global Stage of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2023, ... Read more

March 11, 2023March 1, 2023

The Best Way to Use AI Copywriting Tools for Travel Marketing

Blog, marketing

By Tom Mcloughlin, Founder, SEO Travel AI copywriting technology isn’t exactly a new development. Humans have been creating programs and software that use machine learning to answer questions and respond to ... Read more

March 9, 2023August 1, 2023

Middle East and Africa region expected to return to pre-pandemic levels of business travel spend by 2024

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

GBTA sessions to focus on the future of business travel at ATM 2023 Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 8 March 2023: Business travel in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) is ... Read more

March 6, 2023May 23, 2023

WTM Latin America shares cases and practical data in technology and innovation

Press Releases, WTM Latin America

Content will be presented during panels and debates held in the Explore Technology Theatre How to convert likes into sales? What are the strategies for turning followers into tourists? And ... Read more

January 24, 2023August 1, 2023

Saudi Arabia ranks first among Arab nations for inbound visitors in 2022 – Strong Kingdom representation expected at Arabian Travel Market 2023

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Saudi Arabia registered more international arrivals than any other Arab nation during the first nine months of 2022, as government officials target 100 million annual visitors by the end of ... Read more

January 17, 2023January 17, 2023

Registration now open for 30th edition of Arabian Travel Market

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

ATM 2023 will feature over 34,000 participants from more than 150 destinations Attendees will explore challenges and opportunities related to sustainable travel Registrants can now book one-to-one meetings with fellow ... Read more

January 9, 2023December 6, 2023

The rise and impact of women entrepreneurs in travel and tourism

Arabian Travel Market, Blog, Diversity & Inclusion, Professional Development, Technology, Travel Industry, Women in Travel

Globally, the surge in the number of women spearheading start-up roles in travel and tourism is not just noteworthy; it’s revolutionary. Over the past few years, there’s been an unmistakable ... Read more

January 3, 2023January 4, 2023

The Landscape of Travel in 2030 and Beyond with Rohit Talwar, CEO, Fast Future

WTM London 2022

The last three years have shown us how rapidly the sector can be disrupted by external events, how the sector can bounce back, and the importance of thinking ahead to ... Read more

December 15, 2022December 15, 2022

Wellness travel demand: How can travel brands offer value to wellness-seeking customers?

Blog, Food Tourism, Medical Tourism, Travel Industry, Trends, Wellness

I think that we can all agree that the biggest lesson here is one that we’ve often heard long before the pandemic: that health is indeed our greatest wealth. Often, ... Read more

November 23, 2022November 23, 2022

Will Travel be Sustainable in the Face of a Cost of Living Crisis?

Blog, Economy, Travel Industry, Trends

By Caroline Bremner, Senior Head of Travel Research, Euromonitor International One question that we get frequently asked at Euromonitor International is will consumers pay more for sustainable travel products and ... Read more

November 21, 2022November 21, 2022

Five sustainable trends to look out for in the Middle East’s travel sector

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Sustainable progress within the Middle East’s travel, tourism and hospitality space is advancing rapidly, as the industry looks ahead to Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2023 The sustainable trends of green ... Read more

November 11, 2022

More people want travel to give them an emotional connection, explorer Levison Wood says

Press Releases, WTM London

Filmmaker and adventurer Levison Wood says more people want to feel their travels will give them a “spiritual, emotional connection”. “They want to feel good about what their journey has ... Read more

November 11, 2022

Don’t overlook the long-term value of younger travellers, WTM panel says

Press Releases, WTM London

Countries must see younger travellers as an investment despite new obstacles to growing this market sector, experts have urged.   A WTM London audience heard how younger travellers were the ... Read more

November 11, 2022

Futurist tips cryptocurrency and metaverse as key travel trends

Press Releases, WTM London

More travellers in the future will be able to pay for their holidays with cryptocurrency, according to futurist Rohit Talwar at World Travel Market London. He also urged travel companies ... Read more

November 11, 2022

EasyJet Holidays CEO tracks ‘seismic shift’ in travel’s attitude to sustainability

Press Releases, WTM London

There’s been a ‘seismic shift’ in attitudes from travel providers towards the importance of sustainability in recent years, the boss of EasyJet Holidays told World Travel Market. Harold Goodwin, WTM’s ... Read more

November 11, 2022

Travel firms urged to pay better and consider their image

Press Releases, WTM London

  Travel’s recruitment crisis means it can no longer offset lower pay rates with the promise of overseas visits and other perks, WTM London was told.   An expert panel ... Read more

November 10, 2022November 11, 2022

Space flight technology is ‘the only way to get to net zero’

Press Releases, WTM London

Mass space tourism is still not yet on the horizon – but the billionaires investing in space travel are helping the planet to tackle the climate crisis.  That was the ... Read more

November 10, 2022November 11, 2022

Travel marketing ‘must be more diverse and inclusive’

Press Releases, WTM London

Marketing experts have called on the travel industry to make its advertising more diverse and inclusive – and employ a broader range of staff.  Carol Hay, Founder of consultancy McKenzie ... Read more

November 10, 2022November 11, 2022

Space travel revolution ‘will benefit the planet’

Press Releases, WTM London

Commercial space travel will prompt a new industrial revolution that will far outweigh the environmental damage it causes, a leading exponent has claimed.   Speaking at WTM London, Will Whitehorn, chair, ... Read more

November 10, 2022November 11, 2022

Travel’s recovery rate is slowing, but the outlook is good, data reveals

Press Releases, WTM London

Global travel’s rate of recovery is slowing, but there is still cause for optimism about next year, according to market intelligence specialist ForwardKeys.    ForwardKeys vice president of insights Olivier ... Read more

November 10, 2022November 11, 2022

Travel ‘a flag bearer for LGBT+ community but can do more.

Press Releases, WTM London

Travel is flying the flag for LGBT+ causes but more needs to be done.  That was the message from a WTM London panel, with participants urging the industry to take ... Read more

November 10, 2022November 11, 2022

Give travel a global sustainability rating system, say experts

Press Releases, WTM London

The travel industry needs a single sustainability certification system to avoid ‘greenwashing’, a WTM London panel agreed.   Around 150 tourism labelling schemes exist, some of them paid-for, the session heard.  ... Read more

November 10, 2022November 11, 2022

“Build product and they will come,” says slow travel pioneer

Press Releases, WTM London

Travel companies can “close the intention-action gap” by building easily bookable slow travel product says a pioneer in the field.    Flight-free tour operator and B Corp Byway, launched during the ... Read more

November 10, 2022November 11, 2022

Events and reunion travel have boosted recovery, research shows

Press Releases, WTM London

Early opening, VFR links and events have been the strong factors in driving travel’s recovery during 2022, a market intelligence specialist told delegates at World Travel Market London.    “It’s the ... Read more

November 7, 2022November 11, 2022

Industry Report: Pandemic forces shifts in travel marketing spending

Press Releases, WTM London

Most travel firms and tourism organisations have modified their marketing strategies in the wake of the pandemic – with only one in seven increasing their budgets, according to research.  In ... Read more

November 7, 2022November 11, 2022

Industry Report: Travel trade blames aviation sector for summer airport chaos

Press Releases, WTM London

Travel companies and organisations have largely blamed the aviation sector for the disruption seen at airports around the world during summer 2022. Holidaymakers faced queues snaking out of terminals, long ... Read more

November 7, 2022November 11, 2022

Industry Report: Family, friends and social media are key influences for travel decisions

Press Releases, WTM London

Most holidaymaker choose their holiday destinations based on discussions with family and friends as well as influencers on social media platforms. That’s according to the travel professionals surveyed by World ... Read more

November 1, 2022November 15, 2022

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

Press Releases, WTM London

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

October 26, 2022November 3, 2022

Tourism & Tech: Developing an innovative solution

Blog, Technology, Travel Industry, Trends

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

October 20, 2022October 20, 2022

Arabian Travel Market 2023 launches sustainable stand award

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

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

October 19, 2022October 18, 2022

Sabre Hospitality collaborate with World Travel Market London

Press Releases, WTM London

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

October 19, 2022October 18, 2022

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

WTM London

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

October 18, 2022

World Travel Market London looks to the future with Rohit Talwar

Press Releases, Reed Exhibitions, WTM London, WTM Portfolio

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

October 14, 2022October 17, 2022

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

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

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

October 12, 2022October 12, 2022

ECOMMPAY celebrates its 10-year anniversary with an impressive journey as the leading fintech company reaches two million transactions per day

Exhibitor News, Exhibitor News 2022

ECOMMPAY has grown organically from only 10 specialists in 2012 to 700+ payment professionals globally and four international offices International payment service provider and direct bank card acquirer, ECOMMPAY is ... Read more

October 11, 2022

Explorer Levison Wood to speak at World Travel Market London

Press Releases, Reed Exhibitions, WTM London, WTM Portfolio

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

October 7, 2022

New exhibitors descend on World Travel Market London 2022

Press Releases, Reed Exhibitions, WTM London, WTM Portfolio

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

October 6, 2022

Why the travel industry has everything to gain from the metaverse

Arabian Travel Market, Blog, WTM London

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

October 4, 2022October 7, 2022

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

WTM London, WTM Portfolio

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

October 4, 2022October 1, 2022

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

Press Releases, Travel Industry, WTM London, WTM Portfolio

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

September 30, 2022September 28, 2022

User Generated Content Marketing: A Guide for Travel Brands

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

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

September 28, 2022September 28, 2022

Arabian Travel Market 2023 to make Net Zero pledge

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

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

September 27, 2022September 27, 2022

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

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

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

September 21, 2022September 16, 2022

Burnout expert Kelly Swingler to speak at World Travel Market London

Press Releases, WTM London, WTM Portfolio

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

September 6, 2022

Registration opens for World Travel Market London 2022

Press Releases, WTM London, WTM Portfolio

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

September 5, 2022September 5, 2022

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

Blog, Responsible Tourism

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

August 25, 2022August 23, 2022

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

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

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

July 28, 2022September 1, 2022

A Guide to Travel Influencer Marketing for Brands

Blog, Blogging, marketing, Social Media

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

July 5, 2022July 13, 2022

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

Press Releases, WTM London

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

June 16, 2022June 16, 2022

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

Podcast

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