Mike Kane MP, Minister for Aviation, Maritime and Security, Department for Transport, will be giving the keynote speech at ABTA’s Travel Matters, to be held in central London on Tuesday 3 December 2024.

With the new EU Entry/Exit System (EES) expected to launch in November 2024, ABTA is hosting a video conference call for members to help them prepare for this change to how people travel to Europe.

With a speech from Commissioner Johansson on the EU Entry/Exit System (EES) confirming the target date for implementation is 10th November, ABTA is encouraging members to use the time now to understand what the new system will mean for their customers and businesses.

New data from ABTA Travel Money, finds 58% of people are buying fewer souvenirs when going on a holiday abroad than they used to, with the change driven by tighter holiday spending budgets and environmental concerns.

ABTA estimates that over two million British holidaymakers are set to head overseas for summer holidays this weekend (26-29 July).

New pricing structure offers early bird rates for all conferences.

Millions of us might be persuaded to book a late holiday abroad this summer, ABTA figures reveal.

Representatives from the Future Travel Coalition met on Tuesday 17 July to discuss the implications and opportunities for the travel industry following the outcome of the General Election

Register for this year's Travel Convention taking place from 7-9 October in Costa Navarino, Greece, guest speakers and leading industry figures will tackle the theme, ‘Shaping our future’, during this year’s business sessions.

Read ABTA's response to the King’s Speech, the first under the new Government.

Read Mark Tanzer's statement following the General Election.

With the peak summer season fast approaching, ABTA – The Travel Association is encouraging holidaymakers to follow its Travel Checklist to make sure they’ve ticked off the most important steps to take when preparing for their holiday this year.