A new series of buyer forums and networking events focused on India, Saudi Arabia, China and Russia’s growing outbound potential, has been launched by Arabian Travel Market 2020 (ATM), as GCC travel and tourism companies and destinations look to attract a larger share from these major source markets. These new forums and networking events have…
Chinese visitors up over 100% & international visitors up 20% Massive potential of Saudi Arabia’s new ‘White Oil’ recognised Travel & tourism technology now beyond disruption, say experts This year’s Arabian Travel Market witnessed a 106% increase in visitors from China and a 20% increase in international visitors to the event, which was held at…
Event to showcase next–gen industry innovations as part of Middle East’s largest gathering of hospitality professionals Conference will connect buyers and suppliers from around the world, enabling delegates to take advantage of latest industry tools Building on success of London edition, the Middle East’s first Travel Forward event forms part of Arabian Travel Week 2020 Travel, tourism and hospitality professionals from around the world…
Region’s low-cost market is growing four-and-a-half times faster than global average, say aviation experts Emirates adding second daily service to London Stansted from July 1 as airport and airline target more premium long-haul traffic Macro factors and regulatory issues debated at inaugural CONNECT Middle East, India & Africa The region’s aviation opportunities and challenges have been firmly in the spotlight at the first CONNECT Middle East,…
Data, automation and industry issues debated on opening day of first CONNECT MEIA route development forum Airbus spreads its ground handling wings China Southern highlights new Beijing Airport opening September 30 The importance of route planning to airlines as the aviation industry faces ongoing commercial challenges was top of the agenda today (Tuesday 30 April), during the opening morning…
It’s hard to stand out from the crowd when you’re one of 2,800 exhibitors – but the Moroccan National Provincial Tourist Office has been adjudged the Best Stand Design for its authentic representation of a typical Moroccan house at Arabian Travel Market 2019. Reproducing elements of both a ‘riad’ and a ‘dar’, the Moroccan stand featured a traditional townhouse with pink walls, a courtyard and a fountain, while EXPO…
Tourism related sectors expected to generate 3.3 per cent of KSA GDP in 2019 Hospitality, leisure and entertainment will play a major role in realising Saudi Vision 2030, according to panellists at Arabian Travel Market 2019 Total number of Saudi Arabia’s domestic and inbound trips projected to rise to 93.8 million by 2023 Tourism will play a major role in reducing Saudi Arabia’s dependence on oil revenues, according to experts speaking…
More than 40 airlines and 300 delegates attending first exhibition at ATM 2019 Aviation industry to debate manufacturer, airport, airline and regulatory issues at two-day conference More than 300 aviation and airport professionals will be heading to the first CONNECT Middle East, India & Africa (MEIA) conference which gets underway tomorrow (Tuesday 30 April). The two-day meet, which…
Saudi Arabia’s hospitality market, hotel industry and halal tourism among key topics to be discussed on ATM Global Stage Several high-profile speakers confirmed include Emirates Airline’s Sir Tim Clark and Air Arabia’s Adel Ali Saudi Arabia’s growing tourism sector will be one of over 40 key travel and tourism trends under the spotlight on Arabian Travel Market’s Global Stage – as more than 100…
His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation, officially inaugurated Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2019 today, marking the start of the 26th edition of the Middle East’s largest travel and tourism exhibition. His Highness Sheikh Ahmed was joined by Helal Saeed Al Marri, CEO of Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) and Director-General of Dubai’s Department…
