DOHA: A number of hospitality and cultural institutions are representing at the World Travel Market (WTM) 2013, the biggest global annual event for the travel industry, being held in London from tomorrow to November 7 at ExCel London.
Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) is leading the delegation to the event.
Hosted by QTA, the Qatar pavilion, a 406sqm facility with 23 participants, is helping position Qatar as the world’s upcoming destination and a central hub in the region for business, leisure, culture, education and sport.
Issa bin Mohammed Al Mohannadi, Chairman of QTA, said: “We have an exceptionally strong presence at this global show. This is the largest Qatar participation since our first exhibition at WTM back in the 1980s.”
“Situated centrally between East and West, and a short flight from Britain on Qatar Airways, Qatar offers a unique experience for its visitors. The country merges the classic Arabian traditions with modern luxury facilities.
In 2012 alone, we had nearly 40,000 arrivals from Europe. This elevated Europe to Qatar’s third visitor market for the first time. With Qatar Airways non-stop flights to 30 European cities, we are sure arrivals from Britain and Europe will increase further,” added, Al Mohannadi.
At the world’s largest tourism and hospitality tradeshow, Qatar is represented by the Ministry of Culture, Arts and Heritage, Katara, Qatar UK 2013, Qatar Museums Authority, Qatar Airways and The Diplomatic Club, in addition to a range of tour operators and hotels.
QTA will represent and promote Qatar to the UK and European market by focusing on buyers from the incentive, luxury travel and leisure sectors, among them associations, conferences organisers, incentive planners and large group travel organisers.
Already known as a progressive business hub, Qatar is well positioned to take advantage of the MICE market in the Middle East, offering state-of-the-art venues with a harmonious blend of upscale leisure and cultural attractions.
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