The 5th ABTOI Summit begins Tuesday 2nd April in Italy and will welcome guest speakers, journalists and our tour operator members. Topics to be tackled will include (inevitably) post Brexit impact and practicalities (ABTA), the new trend of holiday claims (Kennedys Law) and business acumen to prosper in 2019 (John McEwan). Gill Haynes of the Silver Travel Advisor reveals some surprising facts from the latest findings in recent surveys on the 'mature' market.

Among visits to nearby Todi in Umbria and one of the borghi (most beautiful villages in Italy), the delegates have excellent opportunities to chat informally over regional dinners and wine tasting with some of our partners, including Kennedys and Moneycorp. Popular every year, there is an afternoon of micro sessions available which include top tips on how to increase newsletter opening rates (Jill Starley Grainger) and using film to promote your business by building it into a campaign that attracts google spiders (Crows Nest Films).

ABTOI is really excited about working again with BITN (Borghi Italia Tour Network) who will undoubtedly ensure the success of Summit 2019, along with the Region of Umbria and Italian Tourist Board.