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February 11, 2025February 11, 2025

With the global events market set to pass $2.5 trillion by 2035, IBTM@ATM offers a brand-new gateway to the business events sector

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 11 February 2025: With the global events industry projected to register a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8% during the period 2024-35, IBTM@ATM will provide ... Read more

January 27, 2025January 27, 2025

Arabian Travel Market 2025’s Travel Tech exhibitors increase 25% year-on-year as value of global travel technology market hits $10.7 billion

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 27 January 2025: With the global travel technology market currently valued at $10.7 billion, leaders and innovators from around the world are preparing to steer the ... Read more

January 6, 2025January 7, 2025

ATM 2025 to address soaring growth within the aviation sector as connectivity takes centre stage

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 7 January 2025: Several leaders from the international aviation sector are expected to participate in the 32nd edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), which will take ... Read more

November 21, 2024November 21, 2024

ATM research reveals more must be done to meet UN tourism-related sustainability goals

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 21 November 2024: An exclusive whitepaper produced for Arabian Travel Market (ATM) by Digital Tourism Think Tank (DTTT) has highlighted that only 15% of UN Sustainable ... Read more

October 23, 2024October 23, 2024

ATM signs partnership with ICCA as international business events sector expected to reach US$1.5 trillion this year

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 23 October 2024: Arabian Travel Market (ATM), the leading international event for the travel and tourism sector, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with the International Congress ... Read more

September 30, 2024September 30, 2024

Arabian Travel Market 2025 will highlight the power of connectivity as global travel and tourism sector soars

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 30 September 2024: Arabian Travel Market (ATM) will underscore the pivotal role of connectivity in shaping the future of tourism with the theme: “Global Travel: Developing ... 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

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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

InterLnkd crowned winner of the ATM 2024 Start-up Pitch Battle, held in association with Intelak

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 9 May 2024: InterLnkd overcame stiff competition on the final day of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2024 to win the third ATM Start-up Pitch Battle, which ... Read more

May 9, 2024May 9, 2024

Luxury hoteliers must prioritise authenticity, personalisation and guest experience to stand out in a competitive market, say experts at ATM 2024

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 9 May 2024: Industry professionals explored ways to stand out in the Middle East’s oversaturated luxury travel segment at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2024, which concludes ... 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

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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

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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 5, 2024May 5, 2024

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

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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 25, 2024April 25, 2024

Experts outline a promising future for the GCC hospitality sector, as the UAE market is forecasted to exceed US$7 billion by 2026

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 25 April 2024: Recent data from global research companies indicates a bright future for the GCC hospitality industry, with insights from Deloitte and STR demonstrating sustained ... 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

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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

March 13, 2024March 13, 2024

Flying into the future, ATM 2024 will address sustainability and innovation in the aviation sector

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 13 March 2024: Exploring the future of aviation, Arabian Travel Market (ATM), which takes place from 6-9 May at the Dubai World Trade Centre, will host ... 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

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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 6, 2024February 6, 2024

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

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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

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

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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

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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 14, 2023November 29, 2023

Latest trends in UAE and Saudi Arabia will further develop GCC tourism, says ATM partner

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 14 November 2023: Al Rais Travel, the official DMC partner ofArabian Travel Market (ATM), the Middle East’s leading event for inbound and outbound travel and tourism ... 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

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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

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 4, 2023August 1, 2023

ATM hosts annual ITIC Middle East Tourism Investment Session

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 4 May 2023: The ITIC Middle East Tourism Investment Session has presented their annual ATM Investment Summit meeting at ATM 2023. Exploring the economic outlook for ... 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

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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

April 30, 2023August 1, 2023

Arabian Travel Market 2023 opens at Dubai World Trade Centre tomorrow

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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

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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 25, 2023August 1, 2023

Technology to represent central focus at 30th edition of Arabian Travel Market in Dubai, as sector participation sees 54.7% year-on-year uptick

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 24 April 2023: Representatives from more than 80 of the world’s leading travel technology companies are preparing to exhibit at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2023, which ... Read more

April 18, 2023August 1, 2023

ITIC session to shine spotlight on industry financing at ATM 2023, with more than 150,000 pipeline hotel rooms currently under contract in GCC

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 18 April 2023: Industry experts will gather in the UAE to discuss sustainable decision-making and financing during the International Tourism & Investment Conference (ITIC) Middle East ... Read more

April 12, 2023August 1, 2023

Middle East consumers willing to pay more for sustainable, authentic luxury excursions and accommodation, as industry prepares for ATM 2023

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 11 April 2023: Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important consideration within the Middle East’s luxury travel sector, especially in the UAE where 61% of residents say ... Read more

April 5, 2023August 1, 2023

World leaders to shape the future of sustainable tourism at ATM 2023

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 05 April 2023: Travel professionals and policymakers from across the globe will explore how the tourism sector is ‘Working Towards Net Zero’ at the 30th edition ... 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

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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 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

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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 9, 2023August 1, 2023

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

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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

February 23, 2023August 1, 2023

ATM 2023 witnesses 20% year-on-year increase in exhibitors from India, with the country’s outbound journeys expected to hit 27 million by 2024

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 23 February 2023: Thanks to a significant uptick in annual outbound journeys predicted over the next two years, the Indian tourism sector will represent a key ... Read more

February 6, 2023August 1, 2023

ATM launches ‘Exhibitor Environmental Checklist’ and ‘Most Sustainable Stand’ award

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases, Responsible Tourism, Travel Industry, Trends, Wellness

The organisers behind Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2023 have implemented an ‘Exhibitor Environmental Checklist’ and introduced a brand-new ‘Most Sustainable Stand’ award as part of their commitment to ensuring the ... 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

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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

December 6, 2022December 6, 2022

Active GCC hotel development pipeline now equal to 40% of existing room supply, compared with 11% globally

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Latest STR report reveals GCC has more than 170,000 hotel rooms in its active development pipeline  KSA & UAE lead the GCC with 39,070 & 32,272 rooms respectively under construction ... 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 3, 2022November 3, 2022

Travel and tourism experts discuss reducing waste and environmentally responsible partnerships at ATM Advisory Board meeting

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Travel and tourism industry leaders from across the Middle East support Arabian Travel Market’s 2023 theme ‘Working towards net zero’ with a raft of sustainable initiatives   Travel and tourism ... 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

September 28, 2022September 28, 2022

Arabian Travel Market 2023 to make Net Zero pledge

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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 15, 2022September 15, 2022

Arabian Travel Market 2023 signs partnership agreement with IHG Hotels & Resorts

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Leading international buyers and media attending ATM, to be hosted by hotels across IHG’s brand portfolio Arabian Travel Market (ATM), the leading travel and tourism event for inbound and outbound ... Read more

May 12, 2022May 12, 2022

SAUDIA wins Best Stand Design and People’s Choice Award at Arabian Travel Market 2022

Arabian Travel Market, Awards, Press Releases

Popular ‘Best Stand Awards’ recognises Saudi Arabian airline for its futuristic and striking design Other stands awarded for their creativity include the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, ... Read more

May 11, 2022May 11, 2022

Airlines to focus on efficiency and sustainability

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Air Arabia and Etihad Airways discuss how airlines are evolving for the future at ATM 2022 Efficiency has helped airlines to adapt to market challenges Aviation industry stakeholders need to ... Read more

May 11, 2022May 11, 2022

Welcome to the World’ crowned winner of inaugural ATM Draper-Aladdin Startup Competition, securing up to $500,000 of investment at ATM 2022

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

‘Welcome to the World’ aims to solve problem of high commissions paid to OTAs Touted as ‘YouTube for tourism’, the site drives commission-free direct bookings ‘SmartGuide’ and ‘Road.Travel’ placed second ... Read more

May 11, 2022May 11, 2022

الاستثمار في الأفكار الجديدة والتكنولوجيا والشمولية لدفع عجلة تعافي قطاع السياحة في المنطقة

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

سلطت اللجنة الوزارية في معرض سوق السفر العربي 2022 قمة السياحة في الشرق الأوسط الضوء على الحاجة إلى تبني نظام معرفي جديد من شأنه إعادة تعريف الاستثمار في السفر والسياحة. ... Read more

May 11, 2022May 11, 2022

Investment in new ideas, technology and inclusivity to drive Middle East tourism sector

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Ministerial Panel at ATM 2022 Middle East Tourism Summit highlighted the need to embrace a new cognitive system that will redefine travel and tourism investment An equitable recovery strategy in ... Read more

May 11, 2022May 11, 2022

In-destination experiences shape the future of global travel and tourism, according to latest research revealed at ATM 2022

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Tours, activities and attractions have become key motivators for travellers Travel experiences worth $254 billion in 2019 Close to one million operators belong to this sector worldwide      These insights ... Read more

May 9, 2022May 11, 2022

HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed opens Arabian Travel Market 2022

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, CEO and Founder of the Emirates Group and chairman of Dubai World, opens the leading event ... Read more

May 5, 2022May 5, 2022

Arabian Travel Market to open next week

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

The 2022 edition of the event to see an 85% year-on-year increase in floor space, with Middle East destinations eclipsing 2019 figures More than 20,000 visitors and 1,500 exhibiting companies ... Read more

April 26, 2022April 26, 2022

Arabian Travel Market returns to Dubai with 1,500 exhibitors, representatives from 112 destinations, and an anticipated 20,000 attendees

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

ATM 2022 to shine spotlight on ‘The future of international travel and tourism’ Arabian Travel Week events include ATM, ITIC, ARIVAL Dubai and ILTM Arabia ATM Draper-Aladdin Start-up Competition will ... Read more

April 21, 2022April 21, 2022

ATM to focus on aviation and the future of transport

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Private and domestic flights expected to recover faster than international travel Emirates, Etihad, SAUDIA, Qatar Airways continue to drive investment Aviation sector expected 6% CAGR over next five years The ... Read more

April 12, 2022April 12, 2022

ITIC-ATM Middle East Summit to shine spotlight on post-pandemic project financing as tourism investment looks set to grow in Gulf markets

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

GCC hotel construction contract awards worth US$4.5 billion expected in 2022 More than 169,000 pipeline rooms currently under contract across Middle East Gulf’s transactional market set for future growth as ... Read more

April 5, 2022April 5, 2022

India remains key source market for GCC’s inbound travel sector, as industry prepares to explore future opportunities at ATM 2022

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

GlobalData analysts predict India’s outbound trips will hit 29 million by 2025 India remained biggest source market for Dubai in 2021, with 910,000 visitors Flight queries for UAE and Egypt ... Read more

March 29, 2022March 29, 2022

Arabian Travel Market launches best stand awards for 2022

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Creative design, people skills and the business-friendly appeal of exhibiting companies’ physical presence will be recognised in the popular Best Stand Awards Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2022 exhibitors will be ... Read more

March 23, 2022March 23, 2022

More than 30,000 hotel rooms under development in Saudi Arabia, as kingdom prepares to cater for pent-up demand

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

KSA’s overall RevPAR stands at 52% due to pandemic’s impact on holy cities Al Khobar outperforms other markets as hotel demand passes pre-2020 levels ATM Saudi Forum key focus at ... Read more

March 9, 2022March 9, 2022

Calling all tourism and hospitality entrepreneurs! Pitch for up to $500,000 of investment at the first ever ATM Draper-Aladdin Start-up Competition

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Taking place on the Travel Tech Stage at Arabian Travel Market 2022, the inaugural competition will give up to 15 start-ups from travel and transportation, hospitality tech, and experiences and ... Read more

February 24, 2022February 24, 2022

Hotel development in prime GCC tourism destinations growing at six times global average, says ATM

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Latest STR report highlights massive hotel development plans in Makkah, Doha, Riyadh, Medina, Muscat and Dubai ATM 2022 organisers expect significant presence at live event from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman ... Read more

February 9, 2022February 9, 2022

Spending on corporate travel in Middle East set to rise by 32% in 2022

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) to address delegates on ATM Global Stage, as growth in business travel spending estimated to have outstripped leisure travel in 2021 – WTTC report findings ... Read more

January 27, 2022January 27, 2022

Russia climbs rankings to become Dubai’s second-largest source market in 2021, with UAE set to remain the country’s preferred GCC destination

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Russian market on course to surpass US$1 billion for UAE within next four years Average length of stay for Russian visitors grew by 74.5% from 2019 to 2020 With continued ... Read more

January 13, 2022January 28, 2022

Arabian Travel Market changes 2022 dates to accommodate new UAE working week

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

ATM 2022 will take place at Dubai World Trade Centre from Monday 9 to Thursday 12 May New timings coincide with Arabian Travel Week Monday opening will strengthen alignment with ... Read more

November 23, 2021November 24, 2021

ATM to examine MENA hotel sector as research suggests a return to pre-pandemic levels in 2022, driven by corporate demand and halo effect of regional mega events

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Arabian Travel Market Hotel Industry Summit to address future trends, the evolving priorities of tourists, and the latest innovations from across the sector UAE set for 12% year-on-year increase in ... Read more

November 8, 2021November 8, 2021

Expat retirement visas could boost tourism numbers at GCC events and attractions says ATM

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

ARIVAL Dubai @ ATM to focus on new expat visa options, which could provide a boost for regional events, attractions, activities and entertainment venues Visiting family & friends of retirees ... Read more

October 27, 2021October 27, 2021

Following ethical tourism brands will become a major trend, says Arabian Travel Market

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Feedback from 2021 responsible tourism seminar identifies potential market trend with sustainability and social awareness at its heart Hotels, airlines and resort destinations will have to live and breathe their ... Read more

September 20, 2021September 20, 2021

Arabian Travel Market 2022 going back to the future

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Technology, sustainability, education & training, as well as equity in health, education, and economic opportunity to top the agenda Popular hybrid format to continue – live and in-person event to ... 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 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

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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

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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

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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 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 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, 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 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 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

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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 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

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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 16, 2021February 16, 2021

Arabian Travel Week to focus on recovery of Middle East tourism

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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

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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 26, 2021January 26, 2021

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

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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

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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

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• 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

December 8, 2020

UAE & Bahrain First to Benefit From Israeli Tourism

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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

November 18, 2020April 28, 2021

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

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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

July 1, 2020November 18, 2020

ATM Virtual draws almost 12,000 online attendees

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  Debut Arabian Travel Market Virtual event registers 11,977 attendees Participants represented 140 countries   Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 22 June 2020: Travel trade professionals from across the world gathered ... Read more

June 26, 2020November 18, 2020

Saudi Arabia will be ready to welcome the world

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Tourism may be on hold, but Saudi Arabia is working hard to ensure we are ready to receive visitors again when international travel resumes.

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June 4, 2020November 18, 2020

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

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  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 registrations, from 152 ... Read more

June 3, 2020November 18, 2020

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

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  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   Dubai, United ... Read more