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Barometer results, a panel of industry experts specialised in Asian luxury travel will discuss the major differences between Western and Eastern approaches and come up with strategic and operational advice for managers of luxury travel firms dealing with Asian clients. The session will be chaired by international tourism consultant Jorn Gieschen. Tuesday 13.30-14.30
Middle East and Africa Inspiration Zone
Find this Inspiration Zone on stand AF190, at the back of the South Hall where the Middle East and Africa regions meet
gained much overseas business experience before joining the airline. We are looking forward to learning about her strategy to take RwandAir forward in her interview with John Strickland, director of JLS Consulting, as part of this year’s WTM aviation programme. Monday
13.45-14.30
Tourism and Water This session, chaired by WTM’s responsible tourism advisor, Professor Harold Goodwin, will consider the recent crises Sao Paulo and Cape Town have experienced over the supply of potable water, explore the scale of the water problem globally, and suggest measures that can be taken to avoid water shortages that create an economic crisis. Speakers include South Africa’s minister of tourism Derek Hanekom and International Tourism Partnership’s director Madhu Rajesh. Tuesday 15.30-16.00
Travel Trends in the Middle East and Africa, with Euromonitor
In interview: RwandAir chief executive officer Yvonne Manzi Makolo Rwanda, one of Africa’s most dynamic economies, is growing rapidly with tourism being a key component. The country is supported by the expansion of RwandAir, which is investing in new aircraft for its fleet and adding to its network. The airline is led by one of the few female chief executives in the industry, Yvonne Manzi Makolo, who
RwandAir’s chief executive outlines the airline’s expansion plans
The Middle East and Africa region represents high growth potential for the travel industry. It benefits from a dynamic demographic, fuelling inbound, outbound and domestic potential. This presentation will look at the current state of the travel industry in the region, highlighting how regional and global trends are expected to shape travel demand and supply in the years to come. Whether you are a local supplier, a destination looking to attract more travellers from the region or a player looking to enter the MEA region, this presentation by Euromonitor International analyst Lea Meyer, is a must to understand how consumer expectations and the travel landscape are set to change. Wednesday 12.00-12.30
Euromonitor International’s Lea Meyer
Sao Paulo’s recent water crisis is examined
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