Arabian Travel Market 2025 returns to Dubai World Trade Centre from April 28th to May 1st, bringing together global industry leaders to explore the future of tourism through enhanced connectivity, innovation, and sustainability
As the countdown begins for the upcoming Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025, set to take place from April 28th to May 1st at Dubai World Trade Centre, the global travel industry is preparing for one of the most influential events on the tourism calendar. For over 30 years, ATM has served as the ultimate gateway to growth, innovation, and opportunity in the travel and hospitality sector and the 2025 edition will be no different.
This year, the event will once again bring together industry leaders, decision-makers, and visionaries from across the globe, offering a platform to explore new trends, instigate meaningful partnerships, and drive the future of tourism. With a strong focus on enhanced connectivity, ATM 2025 will examine how the industry can evolve in an era of unprecedented growth, ensuring a more interconnected, sustainable, and technologically advanced future for global travel.
What to Expect
At the heart of this year’s event is the theme “Global Travel: Developing Tomorrow’s Tourism Through Enhanced Connectivity.” In a world where seamless travel experiences are becoming the norm, connectivity plays a crucial role in shaping the future of tourism. The event will highlight the importance of interlinking borders, industries, and communities to create a more efficient and sustainable global travel landscape.
Exploring everything from advancements in aviation and infrastructure to the integration of digital technology and AI, the discussions at ATM 2025 will centre around how improved connectivity can enhance customer experiences, drive economic growth, and support the long-term sustainability of the industry. With a programme packed with thought-provoking panel discussions, expert insights, and groundbreaking announcements, attendees can expect to gain valuable knowledge on how businesses and destinations can thrive in a more interconnected world.
Innovation at its Core
The Arabian Travel Market is renowned for bringing together key players from across all travel verticals, including leisure, luxury, business events, and corporate travel. The event serves as a hub for the latest innovations in hospitality, tourism investment, aviation, and experiential travel, showcasing how the industry is adapting to evolving consumer preferences.
With the recent rise of eco-conscious travel, the increasing demand for authentic cultural experiences, and the latest developments in wellness tourism, ATM 2025 will provide a comprehensive overview of the trends shaping the future of travel. Exhibitors from around the world will present cutting-edge solutions, while expert speakers will offer fresh perspectives on the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
The GCC in Focus
This year’s edition will also put a spotlight on the remarkable growth of the GCC’s travel and hospitality sector. With the region establishing itself as one of the world’s fastest-growing tourism markets, ATM 2025 will examine how governments and businesses are leveraging innovation, infrastructure development, and strategic initiatives to drive the industry forward.
The UAE continues to lead the charge, with Dubai maintaining its status as a global tourism powerhouse, offering a dynamic mix of luxury, adventure, and business travel opportunities. Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative has also propelled the country into the spotlight, with massive investments in hospitality, entertainment, and cultural tourism reshaping its landscape. From the Red Sea’s ultra-luxury resorts to Riyadh’s booming business travel sector, the Kingdom’s tourism evolution is set to be a major talking point at ATM 2025.
Meanwhile, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, and Kuwait are also experiencing rapid expansion, with major investments in infrastructure, hotel developments, and mega-events further strengthening the region’s tourism appeal.
A Deep Dive into the Projected Future
The hospitality industry in the GCC is on an impressive upward trajectory, with projections indicating a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5% between 2023 and 2028, reaching an estimated USD 48.1 billion by 2028. Luxury hotels remain a significant driver of this growth, particularly in Dubai, where more than 50% of planned hotel projects are within the luxury segment.
Saudi Arabia has been undergoing a hospitality transformation over the last few years, with Riyadh leading in hotel development as the country expands its tourism offerings beyond religious travel to cater to business and leisure visitors. Qatar, having successfully hosted the FIFA World Cup 2022, is now witnessing the fastest growth rate in the region’s hospitality sector, with a CAGR of 10.9%, while Oman, Bahrain, and Kuwait are also experiencing substantial growth.
A Sustainable Outlook
Beyond the business opportunities and industry insights, ATM 2025 will also continue its commitment to sustainability, building upon its ambitious long-term goals to reduce the carbon footprint of the event and drive greener tourism practices. Following the launch of its dedicated sustainability pledge in 2023, ATM has taken significant steps toward net-zero emissions, with waste reduction and eco-conscious event planning at the forefront.
The event will feature discussions on how destinations and businesses can adopt more sustainable practices, from green hospitality initiatives to responsible tourism strategies. As the region places a greater emphasis on environmental responsibility, these conversations will play a critical role in shaping the future of sustainable travel.
An Unmissable Showcase
With over 46,000 industry professionals from 160 countries scheduled to attend, Arabian Travel Market is set to be an unmissable event for anyone looking to stay ahead in the global tourism landscape. The ideal opportunity to forge strategic partnerships, uncover the latest trends, or explore groundbreaking innovations, ATM 2025 will once again provide an unparalleled platform to navigate the future of travel and tourism.
As the GCC cements its status as a global travel hub, Arabian Travel Market remains the premier event for industry leaders, businesses, and travel enthusiasts to connect, collaborate, and shape the next era of tourism.
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