The Creole tropical islands of the Seychelles have confirmed that they will be participating at the 2011 Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Tourism Trade Fair in Dubai with a strong delegation of the island’s tourism trade who are supporting the consolidation of that market by ensuring Seychelles can be present in Dubai.

Euromonitor International is pleased to continue its support of the Arabian Travel Market, taking place in Dubai, UAE, on 2nd - 5th May, 2011.

Reed Travel Exhibitions has confirmed it will introduce its renowned ILTM Ultratravel Forum to Arabian Travel Market, May 2nd – 5th 2011 at Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre. Among the headline speakers will be Sir Rocco, who will reveal his plans to expand to the Middle East and Africa in 2011.

Kurt Ritter has been President & CEO of The Rezidor Hotel Group for more than 20 years, making him the longest serving CEO in hospitality worldwide. On the eve of AHIC 2011, BTN asks his take on hospitality in the Middle East and where he see the opportunities for growth.

The Meydan is Dubai’s new sporting and business hub, and the home of Dubai World Cup, the world’s richest and most glamorous horse race. In the build up to Arabian Travel Market, BTN caught up with Craig Senior, Regional Director of Sales & Marketing, Meydan Hotels & Hospitality.

Arabian Travel Market has revealed its plan to introduce a dedicated pavilion for the medical tourism sector at the 2011 show (May 2-5), initiatives that are supported by the rise in healthcare travel.