ATM 2022 to focus on future of international travel

The 2022 edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) will focus on the future of international travel and tourism and the likely challenges and the benefits, for a resilient industry that is still coming to terms with the new normal, according to the organisers.

“Covid-19 has dominated our lives since March 2020 and continues to do so in many parts of the world. However, although international travel and tourism has learnt from past experiences and adapted in some cases almost seamlessly, we now have an ideal opportunity to look ahead to the future of our industry.

“Dwelling too much on the precovid past, would not necessarily be productive, especially because so many industry parameters and social attitudes have since been completely reset’’, said Danielle Curtis, Exhibition Director ME, Arabian Travel Market.

“Undoubtedly innovation through IOT, AI, AR, VR and improved connectivity overall, will change the face of our industry dramatically, however, there are other challenges, that we should address together and share industry best practice.

“These issues include climate change and broader social challenges, as well as stakeholder attitudes towards equity in health, education and economic opportunity, particularly in the communities that we operate in’’, added Curtis.

Now in its 29th year, the event, will take place live and in-person at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from May 8 to 11, 2022, while a virtual edition will again take place the following week on May 17-18, 2022.

ATM 2022 will also host dedicated conference summits on the Global Stage, covering aviation, hotels, sports tourism, retail tourism and a special hospitality investment seminar.