WTM 2019 Special

The WTM London travel trade show, this year saw an increased number of ministers and almost 50,000 attendees, exhibitors, buyers and media.

Experts are calling on brands and influencers to make sure they are offering genuine and realistic portrayals of tourism destinations and experiences.

Scientists and environmental experts are calling on the tourism industry to take the lead in addressing the climate change challenge and work harder towards a carbon-free sector.

Greek naval company Athens Day Cruise presented its one-day cruise product to travel professionals from all over the world at WTM London 2019.

Argo Travel Group is going full speed ahead with its latest thematic tourism product, which looks to promote ideal destinations for weddings in Greece.

The Carpe Diem Exclusive Boutique Resort on Santorini has received the Silver Award in the “Best in Luxury” category at the 2019 ITTAs, held during WTM London.

Pre-booking activity for Halkidiki from the UK market is on track with limited losses, according to the Halkidiki Tourism Organization.

The ambitious “Cultural Route of the Ancient Theaters of Epirus” project was introduced to the world at the World Travel Market (WTM) 2019 exhibition in London.

Tourism leaders from around the world came together at WTM London 2019 for a high-level discussion on tourism’s role in rural development, the challenges and the opportunities.

History Channel has partnered with WFTGA and FEG tourist guides to inspire travel choices through dedicated content on its TV and online networks.

Greece’s sports tourism event “Navarino Challenge” was honored with the silver award in the “Best in Wellness” category at the International Travel & Tourism Awards held during WTM London 2019.

Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis invited all to discover the “unknown” Greece, during his recent appearance on CNN’s “Quest Means Business” show.

Until now, it seems that Brexit is not deterring British holidaymakers from booking and taking overseas holidays to EU destinations, including Greece.

Gulf Air, the Kingdom of Bahrain’s national carrier, has announced that it will begin a seasonal route from Bahrain to Mykonos in Greece as of July 2020.

On the sidelines of WTM London 2019, Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis met with airlines and travel groups interested in boosting their presence in Greece.

In its new report ‘Megatrends Shaping the Future of Travel: 2019 Edition’, Euromonitor looks at the latest trends shaping travel across the regions globally.

Greece in 2020 is expected to break even greater records in tourism, Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis said during the WTM London expo that opened on Monday.

Quality, sustainability and authenticity are the three main areas that Greek tourism will focus on in the coming years, it was announced at WTM London 2019.

Brexit, along with politics and the travel trade, was a major topic of discussion on Day 1 of WTM London 2019.

The USA, Australia and India continue to take the top spot for the UK’s most favourite long-haul inbound tourism markets, according to research by ForwardKeys at WTM London 2019.