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November 12, 2025November 13, 2025

Press Releases, WTM Spotlight Riyadh

معرض “سوق السفر العالمي – سبوت لايت” في السعودية يسلط الضوء على الحضور المتنامي للمملكة على خارطة السياحة العالمية تضع خطة رؤية 2030 الاستثمارية البالغة 800 مليار دولار أمريكي والمشاريع ... Read more

November 12, 2025November 12, 2025

WTM Spotlight in Saudi Arabia to highlight the Kingdom’s expanding global tourism presence

Press Releases, WTM Spotlight Riyadh

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 12 November 2025: As Saudi Arabia advances it’s Vision 2030 agenda, the first WTM Spotlight in Saudi Arabia will convene global travel leaders in Riyadh from 29 ... Read more

November 5, 2025November 12, 2025

RX Launches WTM Spotlight in India’s vibrant capital Delhi

Press Releases, WTM Spotlight Riyadh

Global leader in events and exhibitions, RX, has announced the launch of WTM Spotlight Delhi, a brand-new event showcasing the power, potential and diversity of India’s growing travel market. Taking ... Read more

October 28, 2025October 27, 2025

ATM 2026 to explore new frontiers of ultra-luxury travel, driven by technology, authenticity and hyper-personalised experiences

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 28 October 2025: Advanced technology, cultural authenticity and hyper-personalisation are coming together to create experiences that transcend traditional definitions of luxury. Once synonymous with comfort and ... Read more

September 24, 2025September 24, 2025

Arabian Travel Market to launch dedicated Travel Tech show at 2026 edition

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 24 September 2025: Arabian Travel Market (ATM) has announced the launch of ATM Travel Tech, a new co-located event that will debut at ATM 2026, taking ... Read more

September 3, 2025September 3, 2025

Arabian Travel Market 2026 theme to focus on the future of global travel

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 3 September 2025: Arabian Travel Market (ATM) has officially announced the theme for the 2026 edition of the leading international travel and tourism event in the ... Read more

August 19, 2025

Big-ticket events set the stage for tourism growth in the Middle East

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 19 August 2025: ‘Big-ticket’ events are playing a pivotal role in driving international tourism and accelerating economic growth, according to experts speaking recently at Arabian Travel ... Read more

July 24, 2025

ATM outlines why luxury hospitality leaders view personalisation as key to revenue growth

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, ATM 2025, ATM Dubai, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 22 July 2025: Personalisation is emerging as a growing trend in travel and tourism, particularly within the luxury segment, as travellers increasingly seek experiences tailored to ... Read more

July 8, 2025

Integrated resorts set to transform tourism experiences across the Middle East and beyond

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 8 July 2025: The growth of integrated resorts in the Middle East and Asia Pacific (APAC) is redefining the hospitality industry by blending luxury, entertainment, and ... Read more

June 19, 2025June 19, 2025

Arabian Travel Market underscores the vital role of Asia Pacific in the future of tourism as international travel from the region is set to reach US$2.5 trillion by 2029

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 19 June 2025: The Asia-Pacific (APAC) region is poised for significant tourism growth, with spending on international travel forecast to hit US$2.5 trillion and domestic travel ... Read more

June 3, 2025June 3, 2025

Tourism spending in the Middle East is projected to reach US $350 billion by 2030, according to a new travel industry report

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 3 June 2025: A new report compiled by Tourism Economics on behalf of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) predicts that by 2030, total tourism spend in the ... Read more

May 27, 2025May 27, 2025

WTM London 2025 set to be the largest in event’s 45-year history – powered by Excel London’s major expansion –

Press Releases, WTM London

WTM London 2025 is on track to become the largest and most influential edition in its 45-year history, driven by surging global demand in travel and the continued expansion of ... Read more

May 20, 2025May 20, 2025

WTM London 2025 appoints new Event Director

Press Releases, WTM London

Richmond, Greater London, 19 May 2025: RX’s World Travel Market London today announced that Chris Carter-Chapman has been named as the new Event Director of WTM London, the world’s most ... Read more

May 2, 2025May 2, 2025

Business events and festivals set the stage for socio-economic growth, according to experts at Arabian Travel Market

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 28 April 2025: On the opening day of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), tourism leaders from the UAE were joined by representatives from the International Congress and ... Read more

May 2, 2025May 2, 2025

Sea and air travel take centre stage at ATM 2025 as passenger numbers surge

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 1 May 2025: Sea and air travel have been under the spotlight at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) this week as the event welcomed international leaders from ... Read more

May 1, 2025May 1, 2025

ATM 2025 explores food waste reduction as a catalyst for a circular economy in tourism

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 29 April 2025: As travel companies face a growing array of challenges, from operational inefficiencies to increasing demand for sustainability, food waste has surfaced as an ... Read more

May 1, 2025May 1, 2025

GCC tourism strategies must encompass sustainability, social impact, and community engagement, say experts at ATM 2025

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, ATM 2025, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 29 April 2025: As tourism destinations in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) continue to grow, involving local communities in destination development has become increasingly vital for ... Read more

April 29, 2025April 29, 2025

Ahmed bin Saeed opens Arabian Travel Market 2025

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The 32nd edition of the event at the Dubai World Trade Centre features a record 2,800 exhibitors from 166 countries His Highness: Guided by the vision of our leadership, Dubai ... Read more

April 28, 2025April 28, 2025

Middle East business travel spending adapts to global shifts, reaching 6.1% growth in 2025, say experts at IBTM@ATM 2025

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, ATM 2025, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 28 April 2025: Current trends in business travel spending, changing global economic conditions, and the increasing impact of regional economic strategies have emerged as significant forces ... Read more

April 28, 2025April 28, 2025

Business events and festivals set the stage for socio-economic growth, according to experts at Arabian Travel Market

Arabian Travel Market, ATM 2025, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 28 April 2025: On the opening day of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) today, tourism leaders from the UAE were joined by representatives from the International Congress ... Read more

April 24, 2025April 24, 2025

Highlighting global connectivity, ATM 2025 is set to welcome over 55,000 attendees from around the world next week

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 24 April 2025: RX Global, the organisers of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), held a press conference today in collaboration with the event’s strategic partners: the Dubai ... Read more

April 16, 2025April 16, 2025

Arabian Travel Market to gather global AI experts to explore new frontiers in travel

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 16th April 2025: The transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) will be under the spotlight at Arabian Travel Market (ATM), which takes place from 28 April ... Read more

April 10, 2025April 10, 2025

Saudi Arabia to showcase record tourism growth at ATM2025, marked by a 16% increase in exhibitor participation at the event

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 10 April 2025: Saudi Arabia’s travel and tourism sector continues on an upward trajectory, with the Kingdom welcoming 30 million international visitors in 2024, representing a ... Read more

March 25, 2025March 25, 2025

India expands its presence at Arabian Travel Market as nation’s outbound tourism market is projected to reach USD55bn by 2034

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, xx March 2025: India’s tourism industry is experiencing notable growth, fuelled by rising disposable incomes, a widening middle class and improved global connectivity. Reflecting the country’s ... Read more

March 19, 2025March 20, 2025

Arabian Travel Market to spotlight luxury travel as global demand rises

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 19 March 2025: Arabian Travel Market (ATM) is set to highlight the thriving luxury tourism sector when it returns to the Dubai World Trade Centre from ... Read more

March 4, 2025March 4, 2025

Arabian Travel Market 2025 to host expanded global participation as international tourism reaches 1.4 billion arrivals

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 4th March 2025: Arabian Travel Market, the leading global event for the travel and tourism industry, is set to welcome a diverse international presence at its ... Read more

February 19, 2025February 19, 2025

Regional hospitality growth under the spotlight at Arabian Travel Market 2025

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 19 February 2025: The hospitality sector in the GCC is experiencing a strong resurgence, with new data compiled by STR on behalf of Arabian Travel Market ... Read more

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

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

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

December 11, 2024December 11, 2024

ATM 2025 to examine how shifts in technology and traveller behaviour can contribute to and benefit from enhanced connectivity

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 11 December 2024: Key industry trends – including innovation, connectivity and customisation – will be front and centre at the 32nd edition of Arabian Travel Market ... 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

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

December 6, 2022December 6, 2022

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

Arabian Travel Market, Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

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

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 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

May 12, 2022May 12, 2022

Industry leaders explore long-term trajectory of Middle East travel and tourism at Arabian Travel Market 2022

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

ATM 2022 attracts over 23,000 visitors, growing by more than 100 percent YoY Over 30,000 participants, including 1,500 exhibitors and attendees from 150 countries, were at ATM 2022 Focusing on ... 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

Arabic travellers in the GCC plan for new travel experiences, says expert during ATM 2022

Arabian Travel Market, Press Releases

Speaking during Day 2 of Arabian Travel Market in Dubai, consumer intelligence company D/A highlighted the important role GCC travellers have to play in tourism recovery The UAE and Saudi ... 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

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

November 9, 2016January 25, 2017

WTM London closes on a high

Press Releases, WTM London

Tourism ministers, bloggers and party goers turned the final day of the revamped three-day WTM London into a festival of business and fun. The UNWTO & WTM Ministers’ Summit is ... Read more

June 25, 2015February 2, 2017

World Travel Market 2015 Premier Partner is Mexico

Press Releases, WTM London

World Travel Market is delighted to announce Mexico as its Premier Partner for WTM 2015. Mexico has become WTM 2015’s Premier Partner as part of the country’s promotion in the ... Read more

April 7, 2015February 2, 2017

Low-cost airlines central to Russia’s tourism recovery

Press Releases, WTM London

The WTM Vision Conference Moscow 2015 will hear today (Tuesday 7 April) that low-cost airlines’ commitment to flying to Russia is vital to the recovery of the country’s tourism business. ... Read more

February 18, 2015February 2, 2017

WTM Portfolio Facilitates $7 Billion in Travel Industry Deals

Press Releases, WTM London, WTM Portfolio

The World Travel Market Portfolio facilitated almost $7 billion (£4.2 billion) in travel and tourism industry deals in 2014. The WTM Portfolio consists of the four leading business-to-business travel trade ... Read more

October 27, 2014February 2, 2017

World Travel Market Welcomes Its First North Korean Exhibitor

Press Releases, WTM London

It has a notorious reputation as the most secretive state in the world under the dictatorship of Kim Jong-Un. But now leisure trips to see the isolated communist country of ... Read more

September 15, 2014February 2, 2017

First Time Exhibitor Saudi Looks to WTM to Help Grow Its Tourism

Press Releases, WTM London

Saudi Arabia will appear on the exhibition floor for the first time this year, as the Saudi government unveils plans to invest heavily into its tourism industry over the next ... Read more