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    WTM London 2025 unveils Technology Summit agenda with focus on AI, data and airlines

    WTM London, the world’s most influential travel event, organised by RX, is framing this year’s Technology Summit around the critical role that technology can play supporting sellers and suppliers during the current period of disruption and emerging new challenges. The summit takes place on Wednesday 5 November on the Purple Stage, starting at 10.45am. Over […] More

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    WTM London welcomes new tourism minister as ties with UK government strengthen

    Stephanie Peacock, recently named as the new minister in charge of tourism, will-be on-site at Excel London for the opening day of this year’s World Travel Market (WTM) London, the world’s most influential travel and tourism event. Peacock’s days begins as part of the official opening ceremony for WTM London 2025, taking place on Tuesday […] More

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    ATM 2026 to explore new frontiers of ultra-luxury travel, driven by technology

    Advanced technology, cultural authenticity and hyper-personalisation are coming together to create experiences that transcend traditional definitions of luxury. Once synonymous with comfort and exclusivity, today’s ultra-luxury offers transformation through access and meaningful experiences, blending technology, privacy and sustainability. This evolution will be explored in detail at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, taking place at the […] More

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    Etihad And Ethiopian Launch Frequent Flyer Partnership Strengthening Joint Venture

    As part of the landmark Joint Venture agreement between Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Guest and ShebaMiles have launched a frequent flyer partnership, allowing members of either carrier to earn and redeem miles across the networks in their respective loyalty programme. The partnership has launched following Etihad’s inaugural flight to Addis Ababa on 8 […] More

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    Autograph Collection Hotels Debuts in the Maldives with The Halcyon Private Isles

    Autograph Collection Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, announces the opening of The Halcyon Private Isles Maldives, Autograph Collection. Inspired by the myth of Alcyone, the resort’s name evokes the “halcyon days” – a time of peace, golden light, and unhurried discovery. The Halcyon Private Isles Maldives, Autograph […] More

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    Travel Tech Takes the Spotlight at World Travel Market 2025

    From November 4th to November 6th, World Travel Market (WTM) will bring together nearly 4,150 exhibitors from around the world and more than 46,000 attendees at the Excel in London. Additionally, the event will host 109 activities, including 79 conferences, focused on topics such as Sustainability, Technology, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility & Inclusion (DEAI), and Geo-economics, […] More

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    Why UK Holiday-Makers Are Shunning AI for Real Travel Agents

    AI threatens industry takeover for many, but not travel, as new research uncovers that travel agents remain the most popular holiday booking method amongst UK holiday-makers, and are 14 times more popular than the use of AI. The study of over 2000 people, commissioned by Brightsun Travel, has revealed that around one in two Brits […] More