More than 40,000 people – including 30,000 visitors – attended the 30th edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), which ended last week in Dubai, UAE. This not only represents a year-on-year increase of 29% in attendees compared to 2022, it also represents a 5% increase over 2019, establishing a new record for the show, demonstrating that the Middle East’s travel and tourism sector is booming. In line with ATM 2023’s theme, ‘Working Towards Net Zero’, more than 2,100 exhibitors and representatives from over 150 countries gathered at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) to explore how the industry can ensure sustainable travel for future generations. McLoughlin began his career at Dubai Duty Free in 1983 and has since helped to transform the organisation into a $2 billion company. Moderated by Eleni Giokos, Anchor and Correspondent CNN, the show’s opening session delved into a climate change debate as tourism heads took to the Global Stage.

Source: Nigerian Tribune May 12, 2023 08:42 UTC