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Register now for ABTA’s 2022 Travel Convention
Delegates are encouraged to register now for this year’s Travel Convention, the UK travel industry’s flagship event, to take advantage of discounted Early Bird fees.
FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour kicks off global journey in Dubai
The FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour kicked off with a first-stop event in Dubai, where former FIFA World Cup winners Iker Casillas and Kaká came together to send the original FIFA World Cup Trophy on its journey around the world ahead of the tournament later this year.

Unity across the continent will unlock Africa's tourism potential
The African travel and tourism industry has the potential to attract considerable investment if the continent works together as one destination, develops a more sustainable approach and enhances air connectivity, tourism ministers from across Africa have agreed.

Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games reveals Queen’s Baton Relay route through England
The Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games has unveiled the route that the Queen’s Baton Relay will take through England this summer. Travelling via land, air and sea, more than 180 communities in England will experience the Queen’s Baton on a route spanning 2,500 miles.

Tour de France event for amateur cyclists coming to Las Vegas May 2023
L’Étape Las Vegas by Tour de France is set to bring a unique cycling experience to Las Vegas and Red Rock Canyon next year
Hilton becomes official partner of the DP World Tour and 2023 Ryder Cup
The European Tour group has announced a new partnership with Hilton Worldwide that will see the global hospitality company become an Official Partner of the DP World Tour and Official Hotel of the 2023 Ryder Cup.

Travel leaders explore Middle East tourism trajectory as ATM 2022 wraps up
More than 23,000 visitors attended the 29th edition of ATM 2022, as industry leaders gathered at Dubai World Trade Centre to share insights into the future of international travel and tourism.

Emirates concludes busy ATM with Premium Economy focus and new partnerships
Emirates has successfully concluded the 2022 edition of ATM, welcoming more than 15,000 visitors to its stand. With an air of optimism, the airline also wrapped up a packed schedule of nearly 200 meetings with industry and trade partners, networking, press briefings, as well as numerous new tie-ups with airlines, tourism boards, free zones and technology partners.

SAUDIA wins Best Stand Design and People’s Choice Award at Arabian Travel Market 2022
The SAUDIA stand stood out for its futuristic and eye-catching design amongst 1,500 exhibiting companies at ATM 2022 in Dubai as it was crowned the winner of Best Stand Design and the People’s Choice Award at the popular Best Stand Awards.

Emirates opens gateway to Jamaica and Caribbean
Emirates Airlines is now selling seats to Jamaica, in a historic first for the country and for the Caribbean. The announcement follows a meeting between Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett and HH Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman & Chief Executive, Emirates Airline, at ATM 2022.

ATM 2022: SAUDIA and American Express announce partnership
Saudi Arabian Airlines and American Express Saudi Arabia have further strengthened their partnership by introducing the possibility for all American Express Saudi Arabia card members to transfer two membership rewards points.

ATM 2022: sustainability priority for airlines
The future of international travel and tourism came under the spotlight on the Global Stage at ATM 2022. Executives from airlines including Etihad shared insights from the pandemic and how sustainability is the greatest challenge for aviation.