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6th UNWTO/PATA forum on tourism trends and outlook
The United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) and the PATA in collaboration with the Hong Kong Polytechnic University and the Guilin Municipal Government have organised the 6th UNWTO/PATA Forum on Tourism Trends and Outlook in Guilin, China from October 11-13, 2012
Craigs in London to advance PATA agenda
PATA chief executive Martin Craigs has met with Lord Stephen Green, UK minister for trade and investment to advance the its advocacy platform on behalf of members. Lord Green invited Craigs to the meeting, at which Craigs took the opportunity to underline PATA’s fundamental remit to support and foster travel and tourism to, from and within the Asia Pacific region.
Discover more fun in the Philippines at PTM2012
The Department of Tourism and Tourism Promotions Board of the Philippines have created exclusive tour itineraries for delegates attending the PATA Travel Mart (PTM2012) in Manila, Philippines, September 25-28.
PATA and European tour operators association sign MoU
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the European Tour Operators Association (ETOA). The objective of the MoU is to enhance cooperation in the sharing of research, intelligence, information and the carrying out of joint lobbying and policy development activities.
PATA Chairman updated on China’s Hubei Province tourism growth plans
Over 3,000 attendees joined the 6th Central China Tourism Expo (CCTE), which took place July 6-8 in the City of Wuhan, Hubei Province of China.
Growing UK-Asia Pacific links emphasised at PATA Hub City London
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) hosted the PATA Hub City Forum, London, July 5, 2012 at the Institute of Directors in Pall Mall. The objective was to engage on a variety of strategic matters including UK border issues, inward investment for the UK, Heathrow Airport, crisis response, the 2012 Olympic impact, and the UK’s controversial Air Passenger Duty.
Growing UK-Asia Pacific links emphasized at PATA Hub City London
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) hosted the PATA Hub City Forum, London, July 5, 2012 at the Institute of Directors in Pall Mall.
PATA appoints new CFO
The Pacific Asia Travel Association has confirmed Pairoj Kiatthunsamai will take over as chief financial officer at the organisation at the end of this month. Pairoj, a Thai national, will work at the association’s headquarters in Bangkok and will be responsible for all financial and fiscal management of PATA and the PATA Foundation.
PATA reports robust tourism arrival figures for Asia Pacific
International arrivals into Asia Pacific destinations grew by ten per cent year-on-year during March 2012, according to preliminary data released by the Pacific Asia Travel Association. All sub-regions reported solid gains with North America, south Asia, south-east Asia and the Pacific showing double-digit growth.
PATA to run top level intelligence workshops at PTM in Manila
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) will present three hot issues affecting the travel and tourism industry with workshops on ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) 2015, the emerging CIVETS markets, and mTourism. As part of the PTM programme, the workshops will take place on September 25-28 at the SMX Convention Center, Manila, Philippines.
PATA records strong increase in Asia Pacific visitor numbers
International arrivals into Asia/Pacific destinations grew by a collective seven per cent year-on-year during the first two months of 2012, according to preliminary data released by the Pacific Asia Travel Association. At this point Southeast Asia is the fastest growing destination, followed by South Asia, however, both sub-regions generated somewhat slower growth than last year while North America and Northeast Asia saw an encouraging recovery after relatively sluggish growth in 2011.
PATA commits to ‘next gen’ action at its annual conference
At the opening of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Annual Conference in Kuala Lumpur today, PATA CEO Martin J Craigs committed the association to a four-year phase of “Next Generation” action to underpin the 61-year old travel body’s relevance in the digital age.