World Travel Market Africa
Christy Tawii
At WTM Africa, everyone belongs. We cultivate a culture of inclusion at all our events, where the very things that make each of us unique are celebrated.
Analysing Inbound Travel Payment Experience in East Asia's Key Destinations – Part II
David Zhang
In the first article about inbound travel payment experience, insights in Japan and Taiwan China as well as key partnership developments were discussed. In this second article, the analysis focuses on mainland China and Hongkong SAR (special administration region) China, as well as the key opportunities for travel payment development.
Analysing Inbound Travel Payment Experience in East Asia's Key Destinations – Part I
Prudence Lai
Fast, secure and frictionless payments can lead to a great travel experience. Conversely, slow, insecure and problematic payment can impact the overall trip severely, such as leading to booking failures, fraud and scams, and so on. In this two-part article, the authors analyse their own leisure and business travel payment experiences in key markets in East Asia.
Will the European Entry/Exit System Cause Border Delays?
Alexander Goransson
2024 will see the introduction of new migration formalities which will impact visitors to Europe’s Schengen zone, with an expected 285 million arrivals into the area this year.
Airline and Hotel Acquisitions Threaten to Increase US Travel Prices in 2024
Alex Jarman
The US travel market is facing significant consolidation in 2024. Currently, there are three major M&A stores in the US travel industry: Jet Blue/Spirit, Alaska/Hawaiian, and Choice/Wyndham. This post-pandemic rush of acquisitions mirrors the consolidation of the US airline industry following the 2008 recession. While travel companies may paint these as beneficial to consumers, the most likely consequence will be higher prices for US travellers.
ITB Berlin 2024
Caroline Bremner
Post-pandemic Luxury Travel demand is reaching record highs. Growth rates, price points, occupancies – across its various segments Luxury Travel is outperforming the market.
Top Trends for Travel in 2024
Caroline Bremner
The travel industry in 2024 will be shaped by a complex interplay of conflicting factors, including rising demand from Asia, economic and geopolitical instability, and sustainability challenges. Niche tourism such as wellness, luxury, eco- and adventure is expected to be a major growth area, as consumers increasingly prioritise personalised experiences aligned with their values, driving a willingness to pay more for what matters most to them.
2023’s Top 100 City Destinations Ranking: Triumphs and Turmoil Uncovered
Nadejda Popova
Euromonitor International’s Top 100 City Destinations Index 2023 uncovers the leading city players which have improved their economic and business activity, support thriving tourism infrastructure and performance, and show great potential for investment and operation amid increased overtourism, disruptive technology and increased need for sustainable actions. This report explores areas of innovation embraced by cities as they fight geopolitical tensions and rising costs of living.
Middle East and Africa Duty Free Association
Christy Tawii
This topic explores the invaluable realm of consumer insights in tracking the behaviour and preferences of post-Covid Middle East and Africa (MEA) travellers.