WTM London

November 14, 2022November 15, 2022

WTM London 2022 heralds huge increase in buyer attendance

An incredible number of travel professionals walked through the doors at World Travel Market last week, with over 35,800 people participating – exceeding expected attendance – and presenting over double ... 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 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, 2022November 17, 2022

Meet the finalists in-line for a WTM Responsible Tourism Award

Reed Exhibitions, Responsible Tourism, WTM London, WTM Portfolio

Those shortlisted for a WTM Responsible Tourism Award have been announced for 2022. After an extensive process, there are businesses and destinations, from 21 countries, being recognised as finalists in the WTM Responsible ... 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 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 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

October 3, 2022October 1, 2022

EasyJet holidays boss to speak at WTM World Responsible Tourism Day

Aviation, Press Releases, Reed Exhibitions, Responsible Tourism, Responsible Tourism, Responsible Tourism, Responsible Tourism Spotlight, Travel Industry, WTM London, WTM Portfolio

The head of the first major UK tour operator to offset carbon emissions from package holidays will share his vision for making travel more sustainable at World Travel Market ... 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 12, 2022September 12, 2022

Watch this space: keynote session at WTM London probes space tourism

Press Releases, WTM London, WTM Portfolio

The former President of Virgin Galactic, Will Whitehorn, is set to present a keynote at World Travel Market London, 7-9 November 2022, exploring the astronomic potential for space tourism. Will ... 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

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 8, 2022June 8, 2022

WTM Portfolio events’ success provides springboard for WTM London 2022

Press Releases, WTM Portfolio

Organisers of World Travel Market London have hailed the remarkable performances of sister events in April and May, saying their achievements have laid the groundwork for a successful trade show ... Read more

May 5, 2022

Travel and tourism firms sign up to exhibit at World Travel Market London 2022

Press Releases, WTM London

Some of the world’s most exciting destinations have already signed up as exhibitors at World Travel Market London – the leading global event for the travel industry which returns to ... Read more

March 1, 2022March 1, 2022

The next adventure… where, how and why to travel in 2022

Events, WTM London 2021

February 17, 2022February 17, 2022

WTM Travel Leaders Awards – TourBusiness – Russia

Events, WTM London 2021

February 17, 2022February 17, 2022

Industry Real Talk – What’s next for Travel and Tourism

Events, WTM London 2021

February 17, 2022February 17, 2022

WTM’s Big Airline Session

Events, WTM London 2021

February 17, 2022February 17, 2022

WTM China Tourism Forum How to Attract Chinese visitors during and post Covid19

Events, WTM London 2021

February 17, 2022February 17, 2022

How can the travel and tourism industry contribute more to conservation and nature recovery

Events, WTM London 2021

February 17, 2022February 17, 2022

The 2021 WTM Responsible Tourism Awards

Events, WTM London 2021

February 17, 2022February 17, 2022

‘Building Back Better’ for Destination Resilience

Events, WTM London 2021

February 17, 2022February 17, 2022

UNWTO, WTTC and WTM Minsters Summit 2021 Investing in Tourism’s Sustainable Future

Events, WTM London 2021

February 17, 2022February 23, 2022

Saudi Arabia: A destination of the future Putting Sustainability First

Events, WTM London 2021

February 17, 2022February 17, 2022

Expanding the Saudi Tourism Ecosystem

Events, WTM London 2021

February 17, 2022February 17, 2022

Is TikTok the best platform for travel brands and content creators Organised by Travel Perspective

Events, WTM London 2021

February 17, 2022February 17, 2022

Google and travel: looking past the pandemic

Events, WTM London 2021

February 17, 2022February 17, 2022

Retailing as a New Look at Personalization in Hospitality

Events, WTM London 2021

February 17, 2022February 17, 2022

Who will be the winners in travel retail

Events, WTM London 2021

February 17, 2022February 17, 2022

East Meets West Restarting Travel and the Lessons Learned Along the Way

Events, WTM London 2021

February 17, 2022February 17, 2022

Travel Marketing Strategies for 2022

Events, WTM London 2021

February 17, 2022February 17, 2022

How the travel industry can move on from Brexit

Events, WTM London 2021

February 17, 2022February 17, 2022

Managing Uncertainty in Hospitality with Technology

Events, WTM London 2021

February 15, 2022February 17, 2022

Blastness: technologies, services and consultancy for digitalising and growing online sales

Events, WTM London 2021

February 15, 2022February 17, 2022

New Markets, New Opportunities – The new paradigm to post COVID travel

Events, WTM London 2021

February 15, 2022February 17, 2022

Responsible Technology for Travel & Tourism

Events, WTM London 2021

February 15, 2022February 17, 2022

Advancing greater protection for travel agents and travel suppliers through payment technology

Events, WTM London 2021

February 15, 2022February 17, 2022

Front Runners Travel Tech Competition and Summit

Events, WTM London 2021

February 15, 2022February 17, 2022

BaVelPay. The B2B payments revolution

Events, WTM London 2021

February 15, 2022February 17, 2022

Tackling the Widespread Data Breach in the Travel Industry

Events, WTM London 2021

February 15, 2022February 17, 2022

Currencies and competitiveness: FX risk strategies for the travel industry

Events, WTM London 2021

February 15, 2022February 17, 2022

Decarbonising the Travel and Tourism Sector

Events, WTM London 2021

February 15, 2022February 17, 2022

WTM Industry Report 2021

Events, WTM London 2021

February 15, 2022February 17, 2022

Fixing Travels Broken Business Model 1

Events, WTM London 2021

February 15, 2022February 23, 2022

Travel Rewired: Innovation Strategies for a Resilient Recovery

Events, WTM London 2021

February 15, 2022February 17, 2022

COVID Drives Continuous Innovation

Events, WTM London 2021

February 15, 2022February 17, 2022

Battle for Talent – solving the travel and tourism recruitment & retention crisis

Events, WTM London 2021

February 15, 2022February 17, 2022

The AI Driven Recovery

Events, WTM London 2021

February 15, 2022February 17, 2022

Building a Sustainable Air Transport Industry

Events, WTM London 2021

February 15, 2022February 17, 2022

Where Technology Meets Human

Events, WTM London 2021

February 15, 2022February 17, 2022

The Future of Travel Marketing

Events, WTM London 2021

February 14, 2022February 17, 2022

A brief guide to entering WTM Responsible Tourism Awards

Events, WTM London 2021

October 31, 2021October 31, 2021

Post Pandemic Payment Strategies: A Four Pillar Framework for Enhancing Protection & Driving Growth

Blog

Author: Kevin White, Vice President, Mastercard Enterprise Partnerships While the outbreak and spread of Covid-19 has impacted all sectors and geographies, the travel and tourism industry has been hit particularly ... Read more

October 18, 2021October 21, 2021

How technology transformed China’s tourism industry

Technology

Technology has had a massive impact on China’s tourism industry. Marcus Lee of China Travel Online explains how.

September 28, 2021February 21, 2022

Inbound Marketing Techniques for Travel Businesses

Blog, marketing, WTM Team

Want to improve your marketing strategy? SEO Travel shares some of the most effective inbound marketing techniques that travel businesses can use.

September 23, 2021September 27, 2021

COP26, Biodiversity and Destination Resilience at WTM London

Blog, Responsible Tourism

WTM London this year opens on the same day as COP26 in Glasgow. Given the mounting crisis of climate change and the challenge of adapting to it, it is no ... Read more

September 23, 2021September 23, 2021

The Platform for Change Directory

Blog, Responsible Tourism

Over the last twenty years, many tourism businesses and destinations have developed proven solutions to the issues which arise from tourism. This Solutions Platform provides many examples of reducing negative ... Read more

September 23, 2021September 23, 2021

Never mind the patter watch the hands

Blog, Responsible Tourism

Labels and certificates convey little; they lack meaning for travellers and holidaymakers The travel and tourism sector has generated a plethora of labels, all intended to convey that this form ... Read more

September 2, 2021

WTM London will be platform for exhibitors from across the globe

Press Releases, WTM London

Exhibitors from more than 30 countries around the world have already signed up for WTM London as all key elements of the global travel industry prepare for recovery. WTM London’s ... Read more

August 9, 2021August 9, 2021

Climate Change is a Business Risk

Blog, Responsible Tourism

For years, the climate change debate has been about the science, which is — ironically — convenient for deniers of climate change.

August 4, 2021January 31, 2022

What we’ve learned from marketing 50+ travel companies

Blog, marketing, Travel Industry

When it comes to effective marketing strategies, the range of suggestions out there is vast. If you’re looking for ways to grow your travel company’s customer base, convert more traffic ... Read more

July 29, 2021January 31, 2022

How to keep your travel brand top of mind

Blog, Travel Industry

Want to keep your travel brand on the minds of your customers? SEO Travel shares marketing secrets that will keep your audience coming back for more.

July 28, 2021July 30, 2021

Time to change: Procrastination is deadly and expensive

Blog, Responsible Tourism

For decades, scientists have refused to make a strong link between climate change and extreme weather events, but that has changed. Recently, Bloomberg Green reported extreme weather in several areas ... Read more

July 20, 2021July 20, 2021

Is there a business case for Responsible Tourism?

Blog, Responsible Tourism

The answer is yes and no. Yes, because as I have written about here before, the market research demonstrates that increasing numbers of travellers, from all source markets, are looking ... Read more

July 13, 2021July 20, 2021

Responsibility matters for businesses communities and destinations

Blog, Responsible Tourism

The Responsible Tourism movement is broad, it encompasses all those who are actively making tourism more sustainable. The taking of responsibility is demonstrated by action. It is about making better ... Read more

July 6, 2021

What can I do to travel sustainably?

Blog, Responsible Tourism

Research shows that travellers and holidaymakers want to travel sustainably and look for businesses and destinations that take responsibility for providing them with those opportunities. 48% say they find it ... Read more

June 22, 2021

Why Sustainable Tourism Failed

Blog, Responsible Tourism

This is a guest post written by John Swarbrooke. Way back in 1998, John published the seminal text on Sustainable Tourism Management, and it is still in print. It has, for ... Read more

September 9, 2017September 14, 2017

Meet Allora, the first AI-powered direct booking platform

Exhibitor News 2017

Hotel technology provider Avvio will showcase Allora, the world’s first direct booking platform powered by artificial intelligence (AI), at WTM London. Allora uses machine learning to constantly improve the booking ... Read more

September 8, 2017September 14, 2017

AC Group celebrates expansion

Exhibitor News 2017

Visitors to the Global Village can find out more about the AC Group’s expansion plans following the acquisition of two companies. The AC Group is a leading provider of independent ... Read more

September 7, 2017September 7, 2017

2017 sees the biggest responsible tourism programme ever at WTM London

Press Releases, Responsible Tourism, WTM London

This year sees big developments in WTM’s Responsible Tourism programme, as it seeks to build on its ever-growing popularity and increase its profile amongst its mainstream audience. For the first ... Read more

September 5, 2017September 5, 2017

UNWTO & WTM Ministers’ Summit to debate the so called ‘overtourism’

Press Releases, WTM London

The UNWTO & WTM Ministers’ Summit will debate the so-called ‘overtourism’ at WTM London on Tuesday 7 November 2017. The so called ‘Overtourism’ has become a hot topic in the ... Read more

August 21, 2017

WTM London 2017’s Premier Partner is Italy

Press Releases, WTM London

The Italian National Tourist Board will be the Premier Partner at WTM London 2017 – the leading global event for the travel industry – as Italy takes a “fundamental step” ... Read more

August 18, 2017August 21, 2017

WTM London open registration for Digital Influencers’ Speed Networking 2017 sponsored by Whalar

Press Releases, WTM London

WTM London 2017, the leading global event for the travel industry, is calling on digital influencers to apply for its hugely-popular and biggest-ever WTM London Digital Influencers’ Speed Networking event ... Read more

August 18, 2017August 18, 2017

WTM strengthens travel credentials with new marketing appointment

Press Releases, WTM London

WTM has boosted its executive team with a new Portfolio Head of Marketing, who has a wealth of travel industry experience. Jeannette Gilbert joins WTM from her role as Head ... Read more

August 8, 2017August 10, 2017

From virtual reality to easier payment systems and customer safety: Meet WTM London’s new travel tech exhibitors

Press Releases, WTM London

More than 20 technology companies have signed up as new exhibitors at the Travel Tech Show at WTM – the dedicated travel technology event at WTM London. The impressive list ... Read more

August 1, 2017August 1, 2017

Asia Pacific region sees surge in stand space booked at WTM London

Press Releases, WTM London

Exhibitors from the Asia Pacific region have significantly increased the size of their stands at this year’s WTM London – the leading global event for the travel industry. WTM London ... Read more

July 25, 2017July 25, 2017

Registration open for WTM London 2017

Press Releases, WTM London

WTM London, the leading global event for the travel industry, has opened registration for its 2017 edition. WTM London 2017, which takes place between Monday 6 – Wednesday 8 November, ... Read more

July 18, 2017July 18, 2017

From down under to Legoland, WTM London welcomes fresh faces from across the world

Press Releases, WTM London

Sixty new exhibitors have already signed up to do business at this year’s WTM London – the leading global event for the travel industry – including major tourist boards, innovative ... Read more

June 27, 2017June 27, 2017

Brits Change Holiday Plans Due To Fear Of Terrorism

Press Releases, WTM London

One third of Brits have changed their travel plans due to the fear of terrorism according to the latest research by World Travel Market London, the leading global event for ... Read more

June 6, 2017June 6, 2017

Travel Tech Show at WTM to Highlight Payment Solutions

Press Releases, WTM London

The Travel Tech Show at WTM London 2017 will focus on payments solution with a dedicated lounge, reflecting not only the importance of payments across the global travel ecosystem but ... Read more

May 31, 2017May 31, 2017

Travelocity and Kayak Pioneer Terry Jones To Speak At WTM London 2017

Press Releases, WTM London

Travelocity founder Terry Jones will be a keynote speaker at World Travel Market London 2017 – Monday 6 to Wednesday 8 November. Jones has been involved in two launch companies ... Read more

July 6, 2016January 23, 2017

The string that binds… is humanism

Wellness

The most fitting response I have heard amidst the continued and rather addictive coverage following last weeks’ referendum result has been from HRH Queen Elizabeth II. Whilst addressing the fifth ... Read more

June 29, 2016January 23, 2017

Say Hello to the New Tribe of Luxury Travellers. Which One Do You Belong to?

Luxury

Travel IT group Amadeus has recently released a new report, “Shaping the Future of Luxury Travel”. From recent luxury travel trend reports, we have gathered that the needs of the ... Read more

June 15, 2016January 23, 2017

What can you expect from the Women in Travel meetup at WTM London 2016?

Women in Travel

5 months to go and counting! As I look at the calendar I am thrilled about this third, forthcoming Women in Travel meetup 2016 but also know there is a ... Read more

June 14, 2016September 18, 2017

How to engage over 100,000 people in your responsible tourism campaign in under a month

Responsible Tourism, RT Marketing, Technology

A few months ago I was contacted by Anna Mckeon, the co-ordinator of the Better Volunteering Better Care initiative. She was seeking my advice on how to raise the profile ... Read more

June 3, 2016January 23, 2017

Chat Apps: Real-Time Travel Information on the Move

Social Media

If visiting Istanbul, you may well buy a tourist pass giving discounts to museums, bus tours and other attractions. Many cities have them. But not all offer what the Istanbul ... Read more

June 1, 2016September 18, 2017

The endless quest for authentic tourism is sowing the seeds of its own destruction

Overtourism, Responsible Tourism

Every week it seems, there are more stories about communities around the world banning or limiting tourism in order to protect that which they hold dear. Most recently, it has ... Read more

April 8, 2016January 23, 2017

Genesys Digital Transformation

Technology

I founded Genesys over 21 years ago. Back then, the Internet and the digital world that we know today were simply unheard of. Tim Berners-Lee had already conceived the idea ... Read more

April 1, 2016April 28, 2022

2016 – A Year of Challenge for the Airline Industry

Aviation

I did conjecture in one of last year’s blogs that we might have a decision about a new London runway by the time of the 2015 WTM. It’s now Spring ... Read more

April 1, 2016April 25, 2022

The only way is video

Social Media

I think this is a UK first: there is a drone film festival in London in May. It is essentially a drinks event with awards attached: 10 categories (including selfie). ... Read more

March 30, 2016January 23, 2017

7 Luxury hotel openings to look forward to in 2016

Luxury

The year 2016 is a bustling and exciting one in the luxury hotel industry. We’ve just finished off the first quarter of the year, and already, there have been long-awaited ... Read more

March 29, 2016April 26, 2022

2016 World Responsible Tourism Awards Launched Today

Development, Responsible Tourism

20 years ago South Africa became the first country in the world to adopt Responsible Tourism as a central part of its national tourism development strategy. And 10 years ago ... Read more

March 14, 2016January 23, 2017

Predicting Disruption

Technology

Disruption is the buzzword of our times. It is being powered by forward-thinking entrepreneurs who have the vision and tenacity to make their dreams come true. They are seeing opportunities ... Read more

March 1, 2016April 27, 2022

The future of elephants is in our hands

Development, Responsible Tourism

In 2013 the UN General Assembly decided to proclaim 3 March, the day of signature of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), ... Read more