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Maldives MMPRC reconnects with Middle Eastern travel trade at ATM 2022
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC / Visit Maldives) is marketing the Maldives as a destination at ATM 2022, as part of the effort to reconnect with travel trade from the Middle East.

‘Welcome to the World’ wins first ATM tech startup competition
‘Welcome to the World’ has been named the first ever winner of the ATM Draper-Aladdin Startup Competition, which saw a selection of the region’s most innovative travel and tourism start-ups deliver pitches on the ATM Travel Tech Stage for the chance to secure up to $500,000.

Abu Dhabi launches ‘Summer Pass’ to travellers to the UAE capital
Abu Dhabi has launched its new destination campaign at ATM 2022, inspiring travellers to visit the UAE capital during the summer season and experience the incredible value across hotels and world-leading attractions like nowhere else in the world.

UNWTO announces partnership with Save The Children
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and Save the Children Dominican Republic have launched a new challenge to promote the development of educational ideas and experiences through the tourism sector in Central America and the Caribbean.

Cabin Ops Safety Conference announces key topics
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 2022 Cabin Ops Safety Conference (COSC) will take place as an in-person event in Lisbon, Portugal, 14-16 June with TAP Air Portugal as the Host Airline.

MMPRC markets Maldives’ luxury tourism at ILTM Arabia
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC / Visit Maldives) is marketing the Maldives’ luxury tourism at International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM) Arabia, which runs 10-11 May on the sidelines of ATM 2022 at Dubai World Trade Center.

Simone Biles, Olympic and World Champion named Godmother of Celebrity Beyond
Celebrity Cruises announced today that Simone Biles, 19-time World Champion and seven-time Olympic medallist, will add another very special title to her decorated career – Godmother for Celebrity BeyondSM, the industry’s most highly anticipated ship of the year that recently debuted in Southampton, UK.

Greece marks successful ATM return
The Greek National Tourism Organisation is celebrating a successful return to Arabian Travel Market with the announcement of two high-profile strategic partnerships, including new airline routes from the GCC.

Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt reveals four new culinary experiences
Fresh from the unveiling of a much anticipated expansion and enhancement, Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt has added four exciting new dining concepts, bringing the total number of restaurants and bars to a staggering twelve.

Accor takes over operations of QE2
Accor is adding the world-renowned cruise ship, Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2), into its portfolio. Taking over operations from May 2022, the cruise ship will undergo further upgrades and renovations prior to joining the MGallery Hotel Collection. Once fully rebranded, Queen Elizabeth 2 will undoubtedly become a landmark property for the MGallery brand and Dubai overall.

Arab Aviation Summit to mark milestone 10th edition in Ras Al Khaimah
Hosted in collaboration with RAKTDA, the three-day Summit will be held from March 6th to 8th at Al Hamra International Exhibition & Conference Centre
Sharjah Tourism highlights major tourism progress
The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority has unveiled the latest developments taking place in the emirate, including plans to build its position as a family tourism destination.