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NEWS Register for The Travel Convention 2017
Registration opens at the end of March for ABTA’s Travel Convention 2017, which will take place from 9–11 October 2017 in Ponta Delgada in Sao Miguel, the largest of the nine Azores islands. With an exceptional lineup of inspirational
guest speakers, delegates will once again be inspired by an outstanding programme, with thought-provoking ideas to challenge the way they approach their business. ABTA’s chief executive Mark Tanzer said:
“Last year was eventful in so many ways, and 2017 looks set to follow suit. This year’s Travel Convention will uncover the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead, and explore the certainties that will guide us as we move into the next chapter. The Convention will provide an opportunity to gain insights and tips as we look to shape the industry of tomorrow rather than be shaped by it.” The Convention will take place over three days,
with a programme of networking events running alongside the business sessions, which will take place at the historic Teatro Micaelense Cultural and Congress Centre. Chris Ship will return by popular demand to
moderate the Convention. Chris is the recently appointed ITV royal editor and was previously deputy political editor for ITV News. Delegates can choose to stay at three hotels in Ponta
Delgada — the Hotel Marina Atlântico, the Azoris Royal Garden Hotel and the fi ve-star Hotel Azor, which will host the Convention Bar, the main venue for aſt er-hours delegate networking and socialising. Azores Airlines will operate dedicated scheduled fl ights to/
from London to Ponta Delgada for a return fare of just £238.02, with a limited number of Business Class seats also available. Reduced rates are also being off ered to/from Lisbon for delegates who prefer to travel via the Portuguese capital. Details of how to book fl ights and excursions will be provided at the time of registration.
Ponta Delgada Marina The Travel Convention 2017
This year’s Travel Convention will be held in Ponta Delgada, The Azores from 9–11 October. Business sessions will take place at the historic Teatro Micaelense. Delegates have a choice of three hotels in Ponta Delgada: the Hotel Marina Atlântico, the Azoris Royal Garden Hotel and the Hotel Azor. Azores Airlines will operate direct flights to/from London to Ponta Delgada. For a full programme of Convention events, and to register, visit
thetravelconvention.com
ABTA has been at the heart of travel for more than 60 years. Its main purpose is to assist Members in developing their businesses successfully and sustainably, and helping their customers have confidence in their travel experience.
The ABTA brand stands for expertise, reliability and fairness.
ABTA helps Members and their customers by providing schemes of financial protection and a course of redress if something goes wrong; by raising industry standards and giving guidance on issues from sustainability to health and safety and presenting a united voice to the Government.
ABTA LIFELINE ABTA’s charitable trust, ABTA LifeLine, aims to provide support to former and current industry staff and their families. It awards grants to help with both the big things and little things. From financial support and disability funding to property repairs and back to work initiatives, the ‘lifeline’ reaches far and wide. To find out how LifeLine can help you or to make a donation, email lifeline@
abtalifeline.org.uk or visit
abtalifeline.org.uk
TRAVELIFE Launched in 2007, Travelife was developed in partnership with tour operators as a way of managing the impact their accommodation has on the environment, people and local communities. Hotels meeting Travelife’s
requirements can achieve an award, undergo an audit and get advice on how to make improvements. For more details on how Travelife works, or to check out its awarded properties, please visit its website at
travelife.org
ABTA PARTNERS ABTA’s wide range of ABTA Partners can off er additional expert advice and guidance. Whether it’s help with taxes, website development or in-depth legal expertise, ABTA Partners off er a competitive, professional service. The Members section of
www.abta.com contains details of ABTA’s Partner+ members, who play a key role in supporting the industry and provide Members with industry insight and exclusive services.
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