Arabian Travel Market News

Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority becomes world’s first regulator to make Metaverse debut
Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) announced its entry into the Metaverse with the establishment of its Metaverse HQ in the dynamic virtual world of ‘The Sandbox’.

Germany to kickstart tourism drive at ATM 2022
The German National Tourist Board is set to return to ATM next month by unveiling of two campaigns to the GCC market. Germany’s presence at ATM, which takes place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from May 9-12, will feature a strong focus on local culture and its various cities.

Azerbaijan hails return to Arabian Travel Market as inbound tourism surges
With a surge in number of travellers from the Middle East, Azerbaijan will be represented at ATM 2021 in Dubai with its largest stand ever, together with a host of local industry partners.

ATM 2022: TIME Hotels announces Middle East expansion plans
UAE-headquartered hospitality company TIME Hotels has outlined ambitious expansion plans to increase its portfolio by 40% to 21 properties throughout the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Sudan.

Dubai prepares to welcome global travel industry for ATM 2022
Dubai and Arabian Travel Market 2022 are ready to welcome the world to the UAE from 9-12 May. The exhibtion will host to 1,500 exhibitors, representatives from 112 global destinations and an anticipated 20,000 attendees.

ATM to focus on aviation and the future of transport
The Middle East’s aviation industry is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of more than 6 percent during the period 2022-27, according to data from research firm Mordor Intelligence. The news comes as the global travel and tourism community prepares to gather in Dubai for Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2022, which will take place at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from 9-12 May.

Oman Tourism Forum 2022 to launch at Arabian Travel Market
Oman’s Ministry of Heritage and Tourism announced the launch of “Oman Tourism Forum 2022” to be held on May 10, 2022, at Dubai World Trade Center (DWTC) during Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2022 in Dubai.

ATM to focus on aviation and the future of transport
The Middle East’s aviation industry is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of more than 6 percent during the period 2022-27, according to data from research firm Mordor Intelligence.

Farnek to launch ‘Trendz’ hotel management at ATM
Farnek is to launch ‘Trendz’ a new standalone hotel management company, at Arabian Travel Market, which takes place at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) on 9-12 May 2022.

ITIC-ATM Middle East Summit to spotlight post-pandemic project financing
Industry experts will gather to discuss ‘the Middle East as a financial hub for future worldwide tourism investment’ during the upcoming ITIC-ATM Middle East Summit at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2022, which will take place at Dubai World Trade Centre 9-12 May.

India remains key source market for GCC’s inbound travel sector
With the global post-pandemic recovery continuing to gather pace, India’s positioning as Dubai’s largest source market remains the key focus at the upcoming Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2022, which will take place at Dubai World Trade Centre from 9 to 12 May.

ATM 2022: Saudi Arabia preparing for return of religious tourism
A total of 32,621 hotel rooms are currently under construction in Saudi Arabia, as the kingdom prepares to meet pent-up demand from pilgrims returning to its holy cities.