{"id":64093,"date":"2026-06-24T08:54:09","date_gmt":"2026-06-24T08:54:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dailyspokesman.net\/live\/?p=64093"},"modified":"2026-06-24T08:58:01","modified_gmt":"2026-06-24T08:58:01","slug":"atm-2026-dubai-hosts-world-travel-industry-under-travel-2040-theme-of-future-preparedness","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyspokesman.net\/live\/2026\/06\/24\/atm-2026-dubai-hosts-world-travel-industry-under-travel-2040-theme-of-future-preparedness\/","title":{"rendered":"ATM 2026: Dubai Hosts World Travel Industry Under \u201cTravel 2040\u201d Theme of Future Preparedness"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Spokesman Report<\/p>\n<p>Dubai, UAE: Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, held 14-17 September at Dubai World Trade Centre, reinforced Dubai\u2019s role as a resilient global travel hub as the industry navigates shifting market conditions.<\/p>\n<p>Under the theme \u201cTravel 2040: Driving New Frontiers Through Innovation and Technology,\u201d ATM 2026 brought together international travel community leaders to discuss recovery, connectivity and long-term growth. Organizers emphasized Dubai\u2019s operational continuity, world-class infrastructure and strong public-private coordination, which have kept aviation, hospitality and events running smoothly despite regional tensions.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_64095\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-64095\" style=\"width: 200px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-64095 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/dailyspokesman.net\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/hoor-al-khaja-senior-vp-international-operations-dctcm-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dailyspokesman.net\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/hoor-al-khaja-senior-vp-international-operations-dctcm-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/dailyspokesman.net\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/hoor-al-khaja-senior-vp-international-operations-dctcm-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/dailyspokesman.net\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/hoor-al-khaja-senior-vp-international-operations-dctcm-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dailyspokesman.net\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/hoor-al-khaja-senior-vp-international-operations-dctcm-280x420.jpg 280w, https:\/\/dailyspokesman.net\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/hoor-al-khaja-senior-vp-international-operations-dctcm-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/dailyspokesman.net\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/hoor-al-khaja-senior-vp-international-operations-dctcm-300x450.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dailyspokesman.net\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/hoor-al-khaja-senior-vp-international-operations-dctcm-696x1044.jpg 696w, https:\/\/dailyspokesman.net\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/hoor-al-khaja-senior-vp-international-operations-dctcm.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-64095\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><strong>Hoor Al Khaja,\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/strong>Senior Vice President,<strong> International Operations at Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Key program highlights focused on resilience and future preparedness:<br \/>\n&#8211; *Resilience &amp; Crisis Management sessions* examined how destinations and companies can adapt to geopolitical, economic and environmental disruptions.<br \/>\n&#8211; *Aviation and connectivity panels* addressed restoring flight networks, airline capacity and seamless passenger experience.<br \/>\n&#8211; *Technology and innovation tracks* explored AI, digital transformation, sustainable tourism and \u201cTravel 2040\u201d strategies to future-proof the sector.<br \/>\n&#8211; *Destination and investment forums* showcased Dubai\u2019s diversified tourism economy and its appeal to investors and source markets.<\/p>\n<p>Industry leaders, including Danielle Curtis, Exhibition Director ME at RX Global, noted that Dubai\u2019s agility, infrastructure and collaborative approach provide confidence for global partners. STR research presented at the show indicated steady recovery in GCC hotel performance, supported by domestic demand and returning international visitors.<\/p>\n<p>ATM 2026 positioned Dubai not only as a host city but as a model for adaptive, innovation-driven tourism growth, with the conference program centered on building a more resilient, connected and future-ready travel ecosystem.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Spokesman Report Dubai, UAE: Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, held 14-17 September at Dubai World Trade Centre, reinforced Dubai\u2019s role as a resilient global travel hub as the industry navigates shifting market conditions. 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