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November 2, 2017

Qatar sees the benefits of visa waiver initiative

Exhibitor News 2017

Authorities in Qatar are making it easier for visitors enter the country thanks to a recent series of measures. Qatar’s Ministry of Interior, Qatar Tourism Authority and Qatar Airways recently ... Read more

November 2, 2017

Pure! Travel Group expands business to Chile

Exhibitor News 2017

This year, WTM London participants will again witness an important announcement from Pure! Travel Group – the leading boutique tour operator for Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia – as the ... Read more

November 2, 2017

Handy tips from the President Hotel Cape Town

Exhibitor News 2017

Guests staying at the President Hotel Cape Town are in line to receive an even warmer welcome, with the four-star luxury hotel appointing a chief concierge. The President is one ... Read more

November 2, 2017

From Dubai to the world: Emaar Hospitality Group is going global

Exhibitor News 2017

Ten years ago, when Emaar Hospitality Group was established, its primary remit was to create vibrant hospitality experiences in the integrated master-planned communities developed by its parent group, Emaar Properties, ... Read more

November 2, 2017

Celebrations begin for Peru’s Paddington Bear turning 60 in 2018

Exhibitor News 2017

After the huge success of the first Paddington film in 2014, 10th November 2017 marks the release of Paddington 2 in UK cinemas and the film will again star Hugh ... Read more

October 26, 2017

Picture perfect

Exhibitor News 2017

Picfair, the world’s first photographer-controlled image marketplace is at WTM London 2017 to explain how it differs to other companies in the photo-licensing arena. The company allows anyone to upload ... Read more

October 26, 2017

Osaka and Hyogo offer visitors a sporting chance

Exhibitor News 2017

Osaka and Hyogo in Japan’s Kansai region will be at WTM London – the leading global event for the travel industry – to kick off their marketing push for major ... Read more

October 26, 2017

Oman Air hits new heights

Exhibitor News 2017

Oman Air is undergoing an exciting expansion programme, which will see the carrier operate 70 aircraft to around 75 destinations by 2023. In recent months, the airline has increased the ... Read more

October 26, 2017October 26, 2017

Midtown Manhattan

Exhibitor News 2017

NYC & Company, the tourist association of New York City, will be highlighting three brand-new major landmark attractions in Midtown. Opening in November 2017 is the immersive, first-of-its-kind NFL Times ... Read more

October 26, 2017

Nevada’s new adventure

Exhibitor News 2017

Nevada offers more to visitors than the bright lights of Las Vegas. Visitors to its stand at this year’s WTM London will hear all about the state’s second city Reno, ... Read more

October 26, 2017

Eilat’s new airport only months from opening

Exhibitor News 2017

Ramon Airport, which will serve as the international gateway to Southern Israel and the Red Sea, is set to open in early 2018. Located 18 kilometres north of Eilat, Ramon ... Read more

October 26, 2017October 26, 2017

Purely Pyrenees walks tall after successful launch

Exhibitor News 2017

Purely Pyrenees must be one of the youngest business exhibiting at WTM London 2017 – the specialist tour operator only started this August. It is dedicated to self-guided walking and ... Read more

October 26, 2017

Prince Hotels is getting Smart

Exhibitor News 2017

Prince Hotels, one of Japan’s leading hotel and leisure companies, is celebrating with visitors to WTM London the recent launch of its newest hotel, the  Nagoya Prince Hotel Sky Tower. ... Read more

October 26, 2017

Find out more about Fort Myers & Sanibel

Exhibitor News 2017

The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel has launched a new brand campaign for 2018, entitled It’s What Surrounds You. The campaign will cover six main areas: romance and honeymoon, ... Read more

October 26, 2017

Thai triumph

Exhibitor News 2017

Elephant Hills, Thailand’s first luxury tented jungle camp, will be revealing details of environmental and community work that has recently led to it receiving a coveted award. The company combines ... Read more

October 23, 2017

Ain’t no party like a Dom Rep party

Exhibitor News 2017

Dominican Republic will bring a flavour of its famous party atmosphere to WTM London 2017 and offer the chance to win a place on a fam trip. The island, surrounded ... Read more

October 23, 2017

New spa app upgrade

Exhibitor News 2017

Visitors to WTM London 2017 will have the opportunity to see and try an upgraded version of the Concept Spa & Membership iPad app. The new release, two years after ... Read more

October 23, 2017October 25, 2017

Arizona anniversaries

Exhibitor News 2017

Arizona is set to welcome even more Brits to the state, with the announcement of an increased British Airways service into Phoenix for summer 2018. Next year’s additional service adds ... Read more

October 23, 2017

Air Europa celebrates 30 years

Exhibitor News 2017

Spain’s largest privately owned airline, Air Europa, celebrates its 30th anniversary this year and the team will be out in force at WTM, led by director Colin Stewart, to update ... Read more

October 18, 2017

Sweden looks to build on bumper year

Exhibitor News 2017

Visit Sweden is using its presence at WTM London to showcase its wide and varied attractions, which have prompted a big increase in  interest from the trade, suppliers and, of ... Read more

October 18, 2017

Online training from Ontario

Exhibitor News 2017

The Ontario Tourism Marketing Partnership Corporation is inviting UK agents to learn more about its month-old online training programme. Destinations covered include the familiar – its capital Toronto  and Niagara ... Read more

October 18, 2017November 14, 2017

Guaranteed BOOST in distribution from your travel technology partner

Exhibitor News 2017

wbe.travel technology software will present at its 10th attendance at WTM London in 2017, a distribution model which will significantly increase the sales of the directly contracted rooms, both in ... Read more

October 18, 2017

Potter along to German porcelain attraction

Exhibitor News 2017

Visitors to Europe’s oldest porcelain factory can watch craft demonstrations and find out about the history of Meissen Porcelain. Established in 1710 near Dresden, the factory offers visitors the chance ... Read more

October 18, 2017

Cyprus on track for record numbers in 2017

Exhibitor News 2017

The Cyprus Tourism Organisation is predicting another record year for Cyprus, as tourist numbers have soared in the first half of 2017. From January to June, tourist numbers were almost ... Read more

October 18, 2017

Canada recognises travel agencies in award scheme

Exhibitor News 2017

Destination Canada’s UK office will promote the launch of the ‘Travel Agency of the Year’ category in the 2018 British Annual Canada Travel Awards. The awards scheme is one of ... Read more

October 12, 2017

CodeGen to showcase AI and web-enabling frameworks

Exhibitor News 2017

Travel technology provider, CodeGen, will be offering on-stand demonstrations of two of its new platforms at World Travel Market London. The team’s experts will explain how software innovations, TravelBox Surf ... Read more

October 12, 2017

Take flight to Colorado

Exhibitor News 2017

Colorado Tourism Office will be focusing on the state’s array of festivals and cultural offerings throughout 2018, and with more flights to the state from the UK boosting interest from ... Read more

October 12, 2017

Chile to unveil ‘Route of Parks’ following land donation

Exhibitor News 2017

Part of a major route in Chile is to be rebranded and extended as the new ‘Ruta de los Parques’ (‘Route of Parks’). Currently part of Chile’s Route 7, or ... Read more

October 12, 2017

Browse Brussels’ museums on new website

Exhibitor News 2017

The Brussels Museums Council has unveiled a new website for visitors to the Belgian capital. The site provides a wealth of information about more than 115 museums and arts centres ... Read more

October 12, 2017

Balkan Holidays freezes 2017-18 prices

Exhibitor News 2017

Balkan Holidays – a specialist tour operator to Bulgaria, Croatia, Slovenia, Montenegro and Romania – is holding prices on many of its summer and winter holidays for 2017-18. Visitors to ... Read more

October 12, 2017

$10bn investment in Bahrain tourism

Exhibitor News 2017

Bahrain will see the opening of 15 new hotels and beachfront resorts by 2020 – representing a total investment of more than $10 billion. New arrivals include global hotel brands ... Read more

October 12, 2017

St Pete/Clearwater is ready for a lively 2018

Exhibitor News 2017

Star Wars fans with a taste for craft beer-flavoured ice creams and boutique hotels will have a fine time in St. Petersburg/Clearwater in 2018. Florida’s west coast destination has an ... Read more

October 12, 2017

A new game in town for Las Vegas

Exhibitor News 2017

Las Vegas is well-known for its nightlife and entertainment, but authorities are now seeing a big increase in the number of visitors coming to Nevada for a variety of sporting ... Read more

October 12, 2017

Illinois Made for WTM

Exhibitor News 2017

Enjoy Illinois is offering visitors to WTM London 2017 the chance to sample a variety of products grown, designed or manufactured by local people and businesses. The Illinois Made campaign ... Read more

October 12, 2017

Host Hotel Systems has a host of options

Exhibitor News 2017

Host Hotel Systems is using its presence at WTM London 2017 to present its cloud-based property management system to individual and chain hotels. Its Hostpms product works with other technologies, ... Read more

October 12, 2017

Gambia looks to UK regions

Exhibitor News 2017

The Gambia Tourism Board is placing its emphasis for WTM London 2017 on developing regional routes from the UK to The Gambia, in particular encouraging operators to fly from Scotland. ... Read more

October 12, 2017

An influential campaign

Exhibitor News 2017

Four Seasons Fairways Quinta do Lago is set within Portugal’s Ria Formosa nature reserve, giving privacy and security to guests at the recently refurbished villa and apartments. Last winter, the ... Read more

October 12, 2017

New England airport attracts flights from Scotland

Exhibitor News 2017

Bradley International Airport in the US continues to grow, with recent direct transatlantic connections helping it to achieve four consecutive year of year-over-year passenger growth. This summer, rapidly growing long-haul ... Read more

October 9, 2017October 9, 2017

Cape Town development nears completion

Exhibitor News 2017

South Africa’s leading entertainment, hotel and gaming company, Tsogo Sun, will reveal details of its newest property at WTM. The new dual-brand 19-storey hotel development on the corner of Bree, ... Read more

October 8, 2017October 9, 2017

MBNA Thames Clippers offers dedicated WTM packages

Exhibitor News 2017

London riverboat company MBNA Thames Clippers has introduced special travel packages so trade professionals can arrive at WTM London 2017 in comfort and style. Over the three days of WTM, ... Read more

October 7, 2017October 9, 2017

Tales from Tahiti

Exhibitor News 2017

From UNESCO recognition to a global digital campaign featuring real families and the 50th anniversary of the signature ‘overwater bungalow’, Tahiti has much to talk about at WTM London 2017. ... Read more

October 6, 2017October 9, 2017

Israel offers cocktails and caricatures

Exhibitor News 2017

Israel Ministry of Tourism is delighted to announce a number of reasons to visit its pavilion at WTM London 2017. Starting on Monday there will be the chance to try ... Read more

October 5, 2017October 4, 2017

Looking grand in Belfast

Exhibitor News 2017

Hastings Hotels, Northern Ireland’s leading collection of hotels, is ready to promote the latest addition to its portfolio – the Grand Central Hotel Belfast. The £53 million project, with more ... Read more

October 4, 2017October 4, 2017

Building an audience for building a castle

Exhibitor News 2017

Guédelon Castle in France, which featured in a BBC2 television series in 2014, still has a lot to offer  visitors interested in observing the world’s largest archaeological experiment – building ... Read more

October 4, 2017October 4, 2017

Commissions possible

Exhibitor News 2017

Visitors to WTM London 2017 can hear about Global City Cards‘ latest commissionable product – an e-ticket for travel between London Marylebone and the Bicester Village designer outlet park. In ... Read more

October 3, 2017October 3, 2017

Fairmont Ajman quietly confident

Exhibitor News 2017

The emirate of Ajman offers a gentler pace for visitors than neighbouring Dubai, and the Fairmont Ajman offers a range of luxurious accommodations and experiences for its guests. The hotel, ... Read more

October 3, 2017October 3, 2017

Surround yourself with Fort Myers & Sanibel

Exhibitor News 2017

The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel is using its presence at WTM London 2017 to launch a new brand campaign for 2018 – “It’s what surrounds you”. The concept ... Read more

October 1, 2017October 1, 2017

HotelBeds Group getting active

Exhibitor News 2017

Hotelbeds Group‘s new global partnership with Big Bus Tours is helping the business towards its ambitious target announced at last year’s WTM London – to triple sales  in its tours ... Read more

October 1, 2017October 1, 2017

Great Lakes, great choice

Exhibitor News 2017

The Great Lakes is the largest expanse of freshwater in the world and offers a diverse and unique natural environment. Encompassing the states of Wisconsin, Ohio, Illinois, Minnesota and Michigan, ... Read more

October 1, 2017October 1, 2017

Merlin expands global portfolio

Exhibitor News 2017

Visitors to the Global Village can find out about Merlin Entertainments’ expansion plans for 2018. New openings in 2017 comprised of LEGOLAND Discovery Centres in Melbourne and Philadelphia, Madame Tussauds ... Read more

September 27, 2017October 4, 2017

Instagram – a travel marketer’s best friend

Social Media

It’s no secret that people are increasingly basing their travel decisions around Instagram. As the Facebook-owned app connects the world, we are increasingly exposed to exotic destinations throughout our daily ... Read more

September 22, 2017September 21, 2017

Land Ahoy

Exhibitor News 2017

Visitors to WTM can find out about a national visitor campaign to mark 400 years since the Mayflower set sail from the UK. The celebrations do not take place until ... Read more

September 8, 2017September 6, 2017

WTM London will weave its magic for Merlin Entertainments

Exhibitor News 2017

International attractions giant Merlin Entertainments is one of the new main stand-holders at this year’s WTM London – the leading global event for the travel industry. The parent company of ... Read more

September 7, 2017September 7, 2017

WTM London helps Mayflower400 prepare for 2020 anniversary

Exhibitor News 2017

Visitors to WTM can find out about a national visitor campaign to mark 400 years since the Mayflower set sail from the UK. The celebrations do not take place until ... Read more

September 7, 2017September 8, 2017

WTM delivers hotel and tech partnerships for eRevMax

Exhibitor News 2017

eRevMax will be exhibiting at the Travel Tech Show at WTM for the fifth consecutive year, with the hospitality technology specialist focussing its presence this year on its rapidly growing ... Read more

September 6, 2017September 25, 2017

Additional flights, award-winning sites and winter delights: Croatia hits new heights

Exhibitor News 2017

Croatia is pulling out all the stops to showcase its extensive tourism potential at WTM London 2017 – the leading global event for the travel industry – as it looks ... Read more

September 6, 2017September 13, 2017

Italy to promote rural life and gastronomy at WTM London 2017

Exhibitor News 2017

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

September 5, 2017September 25, 2017

MAMMA MIA! Croatia fast becoming Europe’s top film location hotspot

Exhibitor News 2017

Croatia’s strategy of encouraging the filming of blockbuster shows on its shores is paying off, with several high-profile films choosing the South-Eastern European destination as a backdrop – including the ... Read more

September 4, 2017September 5, 2017

Asia Boom at WTM London 2017

Exhibitor News 2017

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

September 4, 2017April 21, 2022

Four new exhibitors join Germany Stand at WTM London

Exhibitor News 2017

The German stand at WTM London, the leading global event for the travel industry, will be packed with a vast array of product offerings including four new exhibitors. Miller Reisen, ... Read more