For over three decades, the World Travel Awards (WTA) has stood as the ultimate hallmark of industry excellence, honoring the leaders across all sectors of travel, tourism, and hospitality. Established in 1993, the WTA was created to acknowledge, reward, and celebrate excellence in the travel industry — and today, it is recognized globally as the most prestigious and comprehensive awards program in the sector.

Current trends in business travel spending, changing global economic conditions, and the increasing impact of regional economic strategies have emerged as significant forces shaping the future of business travel in the Middle East. Today, experts gathered at the new Business Events Stage during the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025, part of the newly launched IBTM@ATM Zone, to discuss how regional business travel spending is adapting in response to these global shifts and to explore the financial outlook driving strategic developments across the sector.

On the opening day of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) today, tourism leaders from the UAE were joined by representatives from the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) and the International Association of Professional Congress Organisers (IAPCO) on the Business Events Stage, to examine how major events and festivals are driving socio-economic growth in the UAE

Indonesia is participating in the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Dubai 2025 in the United Arab Emirates, which takes place from April 28 to May 1, 2025, in hopes of attracting more Middle Eastern tourists to visit the country.

Miral, Abu Dhabi’s leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences, announced today at the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai that the expansion of Yas Waterworld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi is set to open to the public this summer. Gearing up for a summer like never before, this phase of the waterpark’s expansion will significantly enhance Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi’s offerings, introducing 12 new rides and slides, in addition to new dining offering—promising unforgettable aquatic thrills for guests of all ages.

April is recognised globally as Stress Awareness Month, emphasising the importance of managing stress for overall wellbeing and Cap Maison Resort & Spa invites travellers to reset, rejuvenate and reconnect with themselves at one of the Caribbean's most serene and luxurious hideaways. Nestled atop a private oceanfront bluff on Saint Lucia's northern coast, Cap Maison offers the perfect blend of natural beauty, holistic wellness and five-star comfort – the ultimate destination for a spring wellness retreat.