As always, World Travel Market has been a productive opportunity for keeping in touch with members and colleagues from various parts of the industry. This year was clouded with sadness following the recent floods and tragic loss of life in Valencia and further afield in Spain. We offer heartfelt condolences to our Spanish partners, colleagues and friends.

I was pleased to have the chance to meet with tourism ministers and business leaders of various destinations to discuss the challenges they’re facing and the opportunities for travel. Among these was Spain where, at the Balearics stand, I was delighted to join dignitaries to officially launch Calvia, Mallorca as the destination for 2025’s Travel Convention.

The ABTA team hosted members and Partners in our business lounge again this year, including a business briefing where we shared exclusive insights on where people find their travel inspiration. The aim is to support members’ marketing strategies and the full findings will be made available to all members next week. The same briefing also reminded members how to get more out of their membership, including all our resources which can be found in the Member Zone. 

Mark Tanzer, Chief Executive