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Arabian Travel Market (ATM) welcomed more than 55,000 industry professionals from 166 countries, representing a 16 per cent increase on last year’s edition. The event has showcased over 2,800 exhibiting companies, with 19 per cent from the Middle East and 81 per cent from the rest of the world. Organised by RX Global, ATM 2025 was based on the theme of ‘Global Travel: Developing Tomorrow’s Tourism Through Enhanced Connectivity,’ exploring how the future of tourism will be shaped by connectivity across borders, industries and communities. The theme was a central element throughout the event, which ran from 28 April to 1 May at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai, visited the exhibition and received an overview of this year’s key themes and innovations. Throughout the course of the four-day event, several prominent dignitaries and VIPs attended ATM 2025, including His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, who officially inaugurated the event, while His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, explored the show floor and was presented with highlights of the 2025 edition. Danielle Curtis, Exhibition Director ME, Arabian Travel Market, said, “My colleagues at RX Global and I are proud to have welcomed a vibrant and engaged community of travel professionals to ATM 2025. This year’s theme has resonated strongly throughout the show floor, emphasising how …

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has signed a series of strategic partnerships at Arabian Travel Market 2025, targeted to drive tourism growth and enhance visitor experiences across key international markets. The new initiatives span collaborations with leading travel operators, hotel groups and destination management companies and will focus on attracting visitors from Europe, Saudi Arabia, India and other key markets, while showcasing Abu Dhabi’s diverse offerings and year-round appeal. Abdulla Yousuf, Director of International Operations at the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi said, “The strategic partnerships signed at Arabian Travel Market 2025 represent a significant step forward in our efforts to position Abu Dhabi as a world-class tourism destination. Targeted collaborations across Europe, Saudi Arabia, India and other key markets, enable us to enhance Abu Dhabi’s international profile and reinforcing its appeal as a dynamic, year-round destination. Globally and locally, these partnerships underline our commitment to sustainable growth, offering unique, tailored experiences that resonate with diverse global audiences, while ensuring the long-term resilience and innovation of the sector.” Strengthening European Connections DCT Abu Dhabi is committed to strengthening its connections with European markets, recognising the region’s importance as a key source of international visitors. Loop Leisure Autumn 2025 : An agreement has been signed with Loop Leisure to host Loop Leisure Autumn 2025 from 12 – 16 October at the Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi. The announcement comes after Abu Dhabi hosted Loop Beyond Borders event which hosted travel agents from across Central and Eastern Europe in 2024. The Autumn edition will welcome 130 high-end travel agents, tour operators, and media from largely German-speaking markets with participants hailing from Germany, Switzerland, …

At Arabian Travel Market 2025, TravTalk hosted a power-packed session, ‘The Big Ticket Events: Global Impact and Learnings’. The session brought together top industry voices including H.E. Khalid Al Midfa, Dev Karvat, Sebastien Doussin, Noor Ahmad Hamid and moderator SanJeet. Together, they shared insights on how large-scale events are shaping global tourism, driving economic impact and redefining destination strategies across regions.

India is set to expand its presence at the Arabian Travel Market 2025, which will take place from 28 April to 1 May in Dubai. The country’s participation this year is likely to grow by 41% compared to last year. India’s MOT, along with key exhibitors such as Air India, Air India Express, and regional tourism boards from Goa, Karnataka, MP, and UP, will all be present at the event, showcasing India’s diverse tourism offerings.