Booking of tickets for World Travel Market in London opens

The organizers are allowing visitors to book tickets well in advance for this year's show and have announced a number of exciting new changes.

Following extensive customer research conducted late last year, WTM has announced a series of developments to enhance the attendee experience and ensure every member of the travel community gets the most value from the event.

This year, WTM London will open its doors earlier than usual, ready to welcome visitors from 09:30am, providing an additional hour for visitors and exhibitors to have impromptu meetings. Visitors are invited to make use of the new Community Hubs, open to all, right in the center of the show, and attendees can also look forward to a 'welcome all' Networking Party taking place inside ExCel London, at its first day, Monday, November 6 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Developments also include a new VIP badge to welcome top industry leaders and a renowned and inspiring closing keynote address on Wednesday 8 November.

WTM Connect Me, the show's meeting booking platform, will return in 2023 and is available to buyers, VIPs and media via the WTM app. All attendees will have access to the official app, which returns this year with some exciting new enhancements.

In response to the growing importance of influencers in the travel and tourism industry, content creators will be invited to a luncheon with global destinations on Wednesday, November 8 to support collaboration and networking opportunities.

In other changes, the Summit of Ministers at World Travel Market; The world's largest gathering of tourism ministers, will return for its 17th year and will take place on its first day, Monday 6 November.

The November show is scheduled to launch its first Diversity & Inclusion Summit on Tuesday the 7th, supporting WTM's belief that the travel industry has the power to evoke positive change in the world.

Tickets for the three-day show will be free until October 31, after which there will be a charge of £45 per person. The organizers are encouraging early booking to ensure that visitors take the time to plan and maximize their visit.

Juliette Losardo, WTM London Exhibitions Director, said:
“We have been working behind the scenes to bring some exciting developments to World Travel Market this year. As the travel and tourism industry grows and changes, it is essential that WTM evolve to guide and support this change; A place to be inspired, to plan and solve problems, to diversify thinking and strengthen supply chains – our job is to ensure that the travel industry is equipped for the next chapter.

The developments you will see at WTM this year fully reflect what our attendees are asking for. We're reinforcing the ways you can maximize the value of your visit, with more contacts, better business opportunities, a revamped educational program, and a host of new partnerships.

We are excited to open ticket booking ahead of the summer and are committed to ensuring travel professionals have the best three days possible."

Participate in the most influential travel and tourism event in the world. World Travel Market London, November 6-8, ticket booking starts June 26, 2023.