Global Travel and Tourism Market Set to Reach $11.1 Trillion in 2024

The Arabian Travel Market (ATM) will return to the Dubai World Trade Centre from 28th April to 1st May 2025, under the theme “Global Travel: Developing Tomorrow’s Tourism Through Enhanced Connectivity.”

This year's event aims to highlight the critical role of connectivity in shaping the future of global tourism.

As the travel and tourism sector experiences unprecedented growth, ATM 2025 will bring together professionals from the leisure, MICE, luxury, and corporate sectors. The platform will facilitate networking, knowledge-sharing, and business opportunities, allowing participants to explore emerging trends and innovations.

Danielle Curtis, Exhibition Director ME, ATM, emphasized the broad scope of connectivity:

“It extends beyond technology. It’s about building communities that foster trade and tourism. By embracing innovation and enhancing connectivity, ATM is shaping the future of travel towards sustainability, inclusivity, and global economic growth.”

Dubai's tourism sector, buoyed by government initiatives like the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, saw a 9% rise in international visitors in the first half of 2024, totaling 9.31 million. This growth aligns with Dubai's aim to double its economy within the next decade. Globally, the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) projects the travel sector will contribute US$11.1 trillion to the economy, creating 449 million jobs by 2034.

ATM 2024 welcomed over 47,000 visitors from 161 countries, reflecting a 17.7% year-on-year increase. The 2025 edition promises to continue fostering collaboration and innovation, cementing its role as a gateway for the global travel industry's future.

News Source: Emirates News Agency