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Hospitality Net
05-05-2025
- Business
- Hospitality Net
ITB Asia 2025 Unveils Top Exhibitors and Elite Buyer Networking
Now in its 18th year, ITB Asia will return to Marina Bay Sands from 15 to 17 October 2025, alongside MICE Show Asia and Travel Tech Asia. Asia's premier travel event is already attracting unprecedented exhibition demand from National Tourism Organisations (NTOs) and Regional Tourism Organisations (RTOs) such as Singapore Tourism Board, Visit Finland, Malta Tourism Authority, Sabah Tourism Board, Tourism Authority of Thailand, Seoul Tourism Organisation, Visit Berlin, Sarawak Tourism Board, and more. Exclusive Buyer Elite Programme offers priority one-to-one meetings and unique branding opportunities. Media accreditation is now live, media may pre-register by 13 October to guarantee all-access pass. A rich selection of national tourist boards will also be in attendance. Delegations from the Czech Tourism Board, Lithuania Travel, Malta Tourism Authority, Philippines Tourism Promotions Board, Singapore Tourism Board, Taiwan Tourism Administration, Tonga Tourism Authority, Tourism Association of Sarajevo Canton, Tourism Authority of Thailand, Tourism Seychelles, Visit Estonia, Visit Finland, Visit Iceland and Visit Norway will share insights into their latest marketing initiatives and travel incentives. Regional tourist boards, including Jakarta Tourism and Creative Economy Department, Pattaya Variety, Penang Tourism Board, Phuket Tourist Association, Sabah Tourism Board, Sarawak Tourism Board, Seoul Tourism Board, Visit Almaty, Visit Rovaniemi and visitBerlin, will demonstrate how they are driving growth in their respective markets. Meanwhile, Travel Tech Asia will host a world-class lineup of technology providers. Korea Tourism Startup Center, Juniper Travel Technoloy, Go Global Travel, Rakuten Travel Xchange, Wego, DerbySoft, RateHawk, Worldline, Flywire, RESTEL S.A., SiteMinder and SUNRATE will unveil innovations in booking platforms, payments and guest-experience management that are set to revolutionise the travel ecosystem. The Buyer Elite Partner Programme continues to be a cornerstone of ITB Asia's value proposition. In partnership with associations and agencies such as Association of the Indonesian Tours & Travel Agencies (ASITA), ASTINDO, BWH Hotels, Cambodia Tourism Association (CATA), Enterprising Travel Agent's Association (ETAA), EVINTRA, IME Consulting, Malaysian Association of Tour & Travel Agents (MATTA), Millennium Hotels and Resorts (MHR), Network of Indian MICE Agents (NIMA), Outbound and Tour Operators Association of India (OTOAI), Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA), Thai Travel Agents Association (TTAA), United Travel Agencies and Operators Association (UTAOA), Vietnam Society of Travel Agents (VISTA) and Vietnam Tourism Association (VITA), ITB Asia will deliver a hand-picked cadre of MICE, Leisure and Corporate buyers. Partners can recommend both existing clients and new prospects - ensuring high-quality, pre-arranged meetings that translate into real business outcomes. Exhibition space is filling fast. Companies eager to secure a presence at ITB Asia 2025 should register now at Trade visitors can take advantage of our Early Bird rate, available until 12 September 2025, by registering at Media registration now open Media professionals are invited to apply for accreditation now via The online pre-registration link closes on 13 October 2025 at 12:00 pm GMT +8, and on-site accreditation will not be offered. All media applications are subject to approval by the ITB Asia press team. For further information on ITB Asia 2025, please visit or contact [email protected]. We look forward to welcoming you to Singapore this October. About ITB Asia ITB Asia, Asia's leading travel trade show, is organised by Messe Berlin Asia Pacific and supported by the Singapore Exhibition & Convention Bureau. The annual B2B trade show and convention will feature hundreds of exhibiting companies from the Asia-Pacific region, Europe, the Americas, Africa, and the Middle East, covering not only the leisure market, but also MICE and corporate travel. Exhibitors from every sector of the industry, including destinations, airlines and airports, hotels and resorts, theme parks and attractions, inbound tour operators, inbound DMCs, cruise lines, spas, venues, other meeting facilities, and travel technology companies are expected to attend. ITB Asia is the premier meeting place for the travel trade industry to forge new partnerships and strengthen existing business relationships with the most important players in the region. About ITB Global Brand Family For more than 50 years the name ITB has stood worldwide for the travel industry knowledge 365 days a year, networking and trendsetting events - in a virtual, in-person, or hybrid format alike. As the travel industry resurges, the ITB brand family is among the first to come back to offering on-site in-person events. ITB Asia will be held in Singapore from 15 to 17 October 2025, covering the broader regional market. ITB China, the premier marketplace for China's travel industry, is scheduled for 27 to 29 May 2025, in Shanghai. ITB India will take place in Mumbai from September 2 to 4, 2025. ITB Berlin, the world's leading B2B trade show for the travel industry, will take place in Berlin from March 3 to 5, 2026. The inaugural ITB Americas will be held in Guadalajara, Mexico, from 10 to 12 November 2026, covering the American market.
Tourism Breaking News
27-03-2025
- Business
- Tourism Breaking News
Malta Tourism Authority wins ‘Most Innovative Luxury Travel Experience Campaign' at the Arabian Travel Awards 2024
Post Views: 103 Malta Tourism Authority won the title of the 'Most Innovative Luxury Travel Experience Campaign' at the seventh edition of the Arabian Travel Awards 2024. 'The Arabian Travel Awards held special significance, recognising the achievements of our clients. The event's organisation and entertainment were of top-notch quality! Congrats to ATA team. Securing an Arabian Travel Award 2023 is a significant emotional milestone.'- Glenn Johnston Vice President ME and Global Affairs – Representative of Malta Tourism Authority
Tourism Breaking News
10-03-2025
- Business
- Tourism Breaking News
Emirates and Malta Tourism Authority forge strategic partnership to enhance inbound tourism
Post Views: 56 Emirates signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Malta Tourism Authority to bolster inbound tourism through collaborative marketing efforts. The MoU was signed by Thierry Aucoc, Emirates' Senior Vice President, Commercial Operations (West) Europe and Americas and Carlo Micallef, Chief Executive Officer, Malta Tourism Authority, during ITB Berlin, Germany's premier travel trade exhibition. The signing ceremony was also attended by senior executives from both organizations. Under this strategic alliance, Emirates will leverage its expansive global network to promote Malta as a premier leisure destination. Key initiatives will include organizing media familiarisation trips from key target markets to showcase Malta's unique appeal as a Mediterranean gateway. The two entities will further explore joint advertising campaigns and collaborations with tour operators and travel agents to develop compelling promotional packages. Adnan Kazim, Emirates' Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer said: 'Malta has been a key destination in our European network for over two decades, and we've witnessed its growing popularity as a sought-after leisure gateway over the years. This agreement reaffirms our commitment to supporting Malta's tourism industry by leveraging our global reach to further boost inbound travel. Our daily service, operated by a Boeing 777-300ER—the largest scheduled passenger aircraft serving the destination—ensures that travellers enjoy our award-winning products and services, while local businesses benefit from the significant cargo capacity we offer on the route.' Malta's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism Hon. Ian Borg said: 'This agreement will continue strengthening the long-standing collaboration between Malta and Emirates, while helping us reach out to more travellers, as we spread the word about the Maltese Islands' unique attractions and experiences. By joining forces with international airlines and other key industry players, we are maximising our resources to constantly optimise our product development and promotion efforts and meet the ever-changing requirements of our diverse markets across the world, towards a more sustainable future for tourism in Malta and Gozo.' 'This strategic partnership with Emirates represents a pivotal step in our mission to elevate Malta's position as a premier destination for quality tourism. By harnessing Emirates' extensive global reach and industry expertise, we aim to attract discerning travellers seeking authentic and high-value experiences. This collaboration aligns with our long-term vision for sustainable tourism growth, ensuring that Malta continues to thrive as a distinguished Mediterranean destination known for its rich heritage, natural beauty, and exceptional hospitality' commented the CEO of the Malta Tourism Authority Carlo Micallef.
Gulf Today
08-03-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
Emirates, Malta Tourism sign partnership
Emirates airline has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Malta Tourism Authority to bolster inbound tourism through collaborative marketing efforts. The MoU was signed by Thierry Aucoc, Emirates' Senior Vice President, Commercial Operations (West) Europe and Americas, and Carlo Micallef, Chief Executive Officer of Malta Tourism Authority, during ITB Berlin, Germany's premier travel trade exhibition. Under this strategic alliance, Emirates will leverage its expansive global network to promote Malta as a premier leisure destination. Key initiatives will include organising media familiarisation trips from key target markets to showcase Malta's unique appeal as a Mediterranean gateway. The two entities will further explore joint advertising campaigns and collaborations with tour operators and travel agents to develop compelling promotional packages. Adnan Kazim, Emirates' Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer said, 'Malta has been a key destination in our European network for over two decades, and we've witnessed its growing popularity as a sought-after leisure gateway over the years. This agreement reaffirms our commitment to supporting Malta's tourism industry by leveraging our global reach to further boost inbound travel.' Malta's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism Hon. Ian Borg said that this agreement will continue strengthening the long-standing collaboration between Malta and Emirates, while reaching out to more travellers. To date, the airline has transported over 1.2 million passengers between Dubai and Malta. Emirates has been serving Malta since 2003 and currently operates a daily flight using a Boeing 777-300ER. Travellers to and from Malta benefit from Emirates' award-winning service and industry-leading products in the air and on the ground across all classes, with regionally-inspired dishes and complimentary beverages and the airline's ice inflight entertainment system which offers more than 6,500 channels of on-demand entertainment in over 40 languages.
Hi Dubai
07-03-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Emirates Expands Global Footprint and Strengthens Strategic Partnerships at ITB Berlin
Emirates has wrapped up a highly successful participation at ITB Berlin, marking a significant milestone in its global expansion and commitment to the travel industry. Over the course of the three-day event, the airline secured 11 strategic agreements, held 270 high-level meetings, and welcomed over 6,000 visitors to its booth, which showcased its state-of-the-art A350 cabins, Onboard Lounge, Shower Spa, and sustainability efforts. In a bid to strengthen its network, Emirates announced the launch of three new Asian destinations—Shenzhen, Da Nang, and Siem Reap—set to launch in June and July 2025. These routes will enhance connectivity and provide more options for both business and leisure travelers to Southeast and East Asia. The airline also renewed its commitment to Central Europe by extending its partnership with the Austrian National Tourist Office, celebrating 20 years of operations to Vienna. Additionally, Emirates signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Malta Tourism Authority to boost tourism to the Mediterranean. Emirates further expanded its air-land-sea connections by strengthening its cruise partnerships. The airline's extended collaborations with TUI Cruises, Costa Cruises, and AIDA Cruises will enhance seamless travel experiences between air, land, and sea, positioning Dubai as a key global cruise hub. In a move to elevate the customer experience, Emirates also expanded its partnerships with major online travel agencies, including a deeper collaboration with Expedia Group and a renewed partnership with These alliances aim to offer more personalized travel experiences, from booking to boarding, as part of the airline's ongoing focus on excellence in customer service. News Source: Dubai Media Office
