Every year at WTM London, travel professionals come together to connect with one another and hear about how industry leaders have revamped their companies to keep up with a rapidly changing world. From November 7th – 9th, ExCeL London is the place to be. These 3 days are a wonderful opportunity for businesses to showcase their products and services to an international audience.
WTM London brings in speakers that are passionate about progressing the travel industry with innovation and new technologies that will revolutionize processes, customer experience, and sustainability. This epic travel event is back for its 43rd year. Up to 3,000 exhibitors will be in attendance, including 80 first-time exhibitors.
After a great hybrid event held last year in 2021, WTM London is ready to bring those virtual experiences back in person.
If you are still hesitant about attending, here are a few reasons why we think you should register ASAP.
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Our top 5 reasons to attend WTM London 2022:
1. A wide variety of companies in attendance
Exhibitors and visitors from a large variety of sectors are welcomed at WTM London. A few of these industries include hospitality, transport, travel, aviation, technology, and many more.
Businesses come from the UK, China, the USA, Italy, (Israel of course!), and more.
There will also be companies like Nitro Travel Solutions that aim to create tailor-made technological solutions for your travel company.
Marketing companies like Window to Luxury, who assist small luxury accommodations in marketing themselves more effectively, will also be there to offer advice.
2. Perfectly selected buyers
WTM London takes vetting buyers very seriously. They carefully select senior buyers who have vast experience in purchasing. These buyers are ready to get to know all brands at a personal and detailed level.
WTM uses matchmaking sessions to connect brands with the buyers that best help them achieve their goals. Companies are sure to maximize their business potential at this event.
Some of the expert buyers who will be in attendance include Olympic Holidays, Secret Escapes, and Gold Medal Travel.
3. Forty-two years of industry knowledge
WTM London is well known for connecting and rebuilding aspects of the travel industry through conversation and unique opportunities at its event. This year will be no different.
Tens of thousands of senior industry professionals are invited, as well as government ministers, and the international press.
This seasoned event is highly regarded, well-curated, efficiently run, and a one-stop shop for the biggest names in travel.
4. Sustainability is at the forefront
WTM London is part of RELX which is highly regarded in London and around the world as a leading socially conscious business.
This event brings several industries together to share their unique experiences with each other. WTM London prioritizes these conversations to learn from others and adopt techniques to achieve its own goal of net zero carbon emissions.
Some companies in attendance at this event that are also looking to achieve their own sustainability goals include Basecamp 532 and Blue Lagoon Iceland. Basecamp 523 is focusing on sustainability in rural areas, and Blue Lagoon Iceland is powered by sustainable energy.
5. The latest travel technology is at your fingertips
This event is a perfect opportunity for businesses to take advantage of a large platform and boost their company’s potential. WTM gives brands visibility in front of thousands of attendees. Spanning over 100 countries, the biggest names in travel will be there to scout out talent and offer expertise.
This event is also a great time to learn about trends that can help make crucial business decisions. One of these important trends is fare optimization for tour operators and travel agencies. HotelMize is the leading company provisioning this advanced technology and will be exhibiting its solutions at WTM London.
HotelMize will also be presenting several other products including the Optimization Network, Room Mapping, and Fintech Products. Stop by our booth in the Travel Technology Area, Booth TT242, to learn more about each tool.
Moreover, to support travel providers and alliances between technology companies, HotelMize will be hosting a Happy Hour in partnership with one of the most well-known tourism technology partners, Juniper. On Monday, November 7th from 17:00 – 18:00, stop by stand IH328 for free drinks and lovely conversation. There will be a DJ!
In conclusion
Don’t miss one of the biggest travel events of the year. We would love to meet you, and you can book a meeting with us here.
We’ll see you there.
Liat Perlman studies at George Washington University in Washington DC, majoring in Business with a Concentration in International Business and minoring in Journalism and Mass Communication. She loves to travel and passionate about connecting the world and creating content of her adventures. When Liat is not creating trip videos or posting on her Instagram story, you can find her grabbing coffee and taking photos of everything she passes.
