27 Oct 2015
It's that time of year again and our team is busy making all the final arrangements for World Travel Market (2-5 November 2015).
Below is a quick summary of what our clients are up to during World Travel Market.
Please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss any opportunities, to set up a meeting or interview, or to register for any of our media events and/or press conferences.
Lotus is representing the following companies at World Travel Market:
- Palladium Hotel Group, Stand EU1803
- Greek National Tourism Organisation, Stand EU1200, EU1270
- The Balearic Islands, Stand EU1550
- Ibiza Tourist Board, Stand EU1840/ EU1550
- State of Alaska, Stand NA350C
- CATA – The Central America Tourism Agency, Stand LA 470
- Visit Guernsey, Stand UK1540
- 'In Liguria', Stand EU2100
- LATAM Airlines Group (sharing a stand with Turismo Chile/ Brazil, stands LA500/LA100)
- China National Tourism Administration*, Stand AS650 (*Lotus represents Asia operator Wendy Wu Tours)
Stand Number: EU1803
Main news hook: Palladium Hotel Group to launch five star Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife in Autumn 2016 in collaboration with Hard Rock International. Palladium Hotel Group will also be launching a new hotel in Madrid in 2016 under sub-brand Ayre Hoteles.
Events for press and relevant bloggers: Gin & Tonic reception on stand on Monday 2 from 4pm to 5pm to announce details of launch of Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife. Invite only. To register your interest, please email phg@wearelotus.co.uk
Interview Opportunity: Sergio Zertuche, Sales & MKT Corporate Director is available for interviews to discuss new hotel launches. To arrange an interview, please email phg@wearelotus.co.uk
Greek National Tourism Organisation
Stand Number: EU1200, EU1270
Main news hook: Greece continues to be a key destination for UK holidaymakers. In 2015 and beyond, Greece has some exciting new tourism developments including a new marina on the Greek island of Rhodes, a revamp of the Piraeus Port facilities (to be completed by the end of 2015), the completion of the new National Museum of Contemporary Art (EMST) at the former Fix brewery in Athens, set to open in March 2016, and the privatisation of 14 Greek regional airports.
Events for press, relevant bloggers, and relevant agents selling Greek holidays:
Monday 2 November, 13:30-15.00: GNTO press conference, lunch and networking event in Platinum Suite 1. RSVP frances@wearelotus.co.uk
Monday 2 November, 16.30-18.00: Media and trade event on the stand with a focus on nature and soft adventure. RSVP frances@wearelotus.co.uk
Stand Number: EU1550
Main news hook: The Balearic Islands has long been a go-to destination for elite and amateur athletes. At WTM 2015, The Balearic Islands will highlight the sports opportunities and developments for athletes, as well as promoting their unique gastronomy, following a range of new gastro developments in Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera.
Events for press/ relevant bloggers:
Tuesday 3 November, 12.00 on the stand (EU1550), sports presentation and photo opportunity with Sir Bradley Marc Wiggins, CBE, and Irish cycling hero, Sean Kelly followed by a short drinks reception. Places are limited. RSVP lucy@wearelotus.co.uk
Tuesday 3 November, 18.00 – 20.00: A gastronomic showcase of the Balearic Islands at Ibérica Canary Wharf (12 Cabot Square, London E14 4QQ). Places are limited. RSVP lucy@wearelotus.co.uk
Stand Number: EU1840/ EU1550
Main news hook: Ibiza continues to promote its more authentic side, showcasing the “other side of Ibiza”, away from the nightlife.
Events for press a/o relevant bloggers: Drinks reception on the stand on Monday 2 November from 16.00 - 17.30. Places are limited. Please contact jules@wearelotus.co.uk
CATA – The Central America Tourism Agency
Stand Number: LA 470
Main news hooks: CATA launches pan-European campaign to promote multi-destination travel to Central America.
Interview Opportunity: Interviews available with CATA president to discuss developments in Central America. RSVP georgina@wearelotus.co.uk
China National Tourist Office*
Stand Number: AS650
Events for press and relevant bloggers: The Vice Chairman of the China National Tourism Administration Mr Li Shihong to host a China tourism reception on Tuesday 3 November at 13.30- 15.00 on the China stand (AS650).
With presentations from China's leading tourism and travel related companies including Wendy Wu Tours (Laurence Hicks), CTS Horizons, Air China, China Southern Airlines and China Eastern Airlines, this event offers a unique networking opportunity for media and travel businesses interested in travel to and around China.
RSVP: Wendywutours@lotus-uk.co.uk
*Please note, Lotus is offering limited media places on behalf of client Wendy Wu Tours
All WTM updates will be posted here
Please do not hesitate to contact our team to discuss any of these opportunities further - 02079537470
