ATM, the leading travel and tourism event for professionals throughout the Middle East, has announced that ‘Working Towards Net Zero’ will be its official theme for ATM 2023. TT Bureau Arabian Travel Market (ATM) will be held at the Dubai World Trade Centre on 1-4 May 2022. RX (Reed Exhibitions), …
Read More »PATA reconnects global travel stakeholders
Global stakeholders will meet at PATA Annual Summit 2022, scheduled in the UAE on the theme ‘Reconnecting the World Sustainably’. Liz Ortiguera, CEO, PATA, shares with TRAVTALK about the importance of this year’s conference, as they select Ras Al Khaimah, an upcoming destination in the UAE, as the venue for …
Read More »McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Malaga consolidates its position with record growth in visitors
The Centre, which combines nearly 90 boutiques, has also broken visitor records this summer, surpassing the two million mark. McArthurGlen, Malaga’s large outlet located next to Plaza Mayor, closes its best summer ever. And it does so both in terms of sales growth – with an increase of 36% – …
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As governments start to ease out the travel protocols, people from all walks of life are excited to explore and see different places. They have several options to plan and book their trips amid this high technology era, but find that travel agents are much more helpful and reliable. Different …
Read More »Pre-events’ success ready ground for WTM
Organisers of World Travel Market London have hailed the performances of springboard events at WTM Latin America, WTM Africa and ATM in Middle East organised during the month of April and May, saying that their achievements have laid the groundwork for a successful trade show in London. TT Bureau WTM …
Read More »Wego delves into travellers’ behaviour
Wego and Cleartrip Travel shares an insight report on behaviour of travellers in the MENA region. The survey questioned 4,390 residents from UAE and KSA on travel issues. The report also highlights the impact of Covid-19 on travel, trends currently being witnessed and signs of recovery. TT Bureau The near-term …
Read More »Visa: Major hurdle to cross for travellers
As travel picks up after the decline in intensity of Covid, the greatest hurdle to cross is the visa process. Summer travel, especially this year, has become a challenge mainly due to visa traffic. Monaz Billimoria, Deputy Regional Head – UAE, VFS Global shares with TRAVTALK their efforts to make …
Read More »Chic summer offering from McArthurGlen
Plan a new wardrobe with value savings from designer brands The onset of summer is all about being bright and sunny. McArthurGlen is celebrating the new season with incredible discounts from everyone’s favourite designer brands. The list is endless and so are the options. Visitors who look to shelve the …
Read More »DDP mourns the death of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of UAE and the Ruler of Abu Dhabi
We convey our heartfelt condolences to the Royal family, and to the citizens and residents of United Arab Emirates. We join the whole nation in honouring his remarkable legacy as an exceptional and inspiring leader. His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan was elected as the President of UAE …
Read More »1,500 exhibitors attend ATM 2022
Danielle Curtis, Exhibition Director ME – Arabian Travel Market, shares facts about the international exhibition with TRAVTALK. Shehara Rizly What will be the focus or theme of ATM this year? The theme of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2022 is ‘The future of international travel and tourism’. This year’s show will …
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